Best Memory Care in Willowbrook, IL

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 4 memory care providers in Willowbrook, IL using IL Dept. of Public Health (IDPH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in IL
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Info below is compiled from the IL Dept. of Public Health (IDPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Sunrise of Willowbrook
MC
AL
HOS
Willowbrook
82
Facility 82
IL AVG 95
Rank #147 / 307
B+Yes
52
Facility 52
IL AVG 50
Rank #164 / 357
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 11
Rank #78 / 175
Szr Willowbrook Opco, LLC8
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 5
Rank #126 / 225
0.6
Facility 0.6
IL AVG 1.3
Rank #84 / 225
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 2
Rank #180 / 238
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 2.2
Rank #225 / 238
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Oak Trace
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
SNF
Downers Grove (Oak Trace)
198
Facility 198
IL AVG 95
Rank #29 / 307
BYes
35
Facility 35
IL AVG 50
Rank #260 / 357
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 11
Rank #78 / 175
Lifespace Communities, Inc3
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 5
Rank #168 / 225
2.3
Facility 2.3
IL AVG 1.3
Rank #192 / 225
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2
Rank #1 / 238
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 2.2
Rank #112 / 238
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Chateau Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Willowbrook
150
Facility 150
IL AVG 95
Rank #52 / 307
B+No
28
Facility 28
IL AVG 50
Rank #291 / 357
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BRIA of Westmont
MC
NH
Westmont
215
Facility 215
IL AVG 95
Rank #17 / 307
CNo
72
Facility 72
IL AVG 50
Rank #66 / 357
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other IL memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 4 analyzed for Willowbrook. See how we rank facilities

Sunrise of Willowbrook

6300 Clarendon Hills Rd, Willowbrook, IL 60527
Overview of Sunrise of Willowbrook

Sunrise of Willowbrook offers assisted living, hospice care, and memory care in Willowbrook, IL. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident maintains an apartment, memory care offers a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and hospice care supports people receiving end of life care. Respite care is also available for short stays, which can give a family caregiver time to travel or recover.

With 82 beds, Sunrise of Willowbrook has studios, suites, one bedroom units, and two bedroom units. A studio provides a single private living space, while a two bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. The combination of assisted living and memory care may be a good fit for someone whose needs could grow while remaining in the same community.

The starting price is $4,408 per month, giving families an entry point for planning monthly housing and care costs. Restaurant style dining includes chef prepared meals, seasonal menus, snacks, texture modified diets, and a bistro, while a beauty salon provides an on site personal care service. Music and art programs, fitness classes, daily walking clubs, excursions, and intergenerational programs give residents scheduled ways to participate in activities.

Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet to the community. A Walk Score of 52 places the area in the somewhat walkable band, meaning some errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may have some opportunities to get out independently. Sunrise of Willowbrook is operated by Szr Willowbrook Opco.

Starting Price $4,408/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Oak Trace

270 Village Dr, Downers Grove, IL 60516
Overview of Oak Trace

At Oak Trace in Downers Grove, IL, a continuing care retirement community, five levels of care are provided. They include independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home services, and skilled nursing. Independent living involves a personal residence and services from the community, without daily support. Assisted living includes dressing, bathing, and medication assistance. Memory care monitors residents who may roam, ensuring they remain in a secured environment, while skilled nursing provides licensed nurses available on the premises around the clock.

As demands increase, the community can meet them without a move. Oak Trace offers 94 beds, with therapy accessible via its rehabilitation services. Lifespace Communities, Inc manages it.

The average daily nursing time for each resident is 4 hours and 24 minutes. Animals can reside with inhabitants. At 35 on Walk Score, reliant on a car, the region conducts most errands by vehicle. Payments may be sourced from Medicare or private funds.

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Overview of Chateau Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Chateau Nursing and Rehabilitation Center delivers nursing care, skilled nursing, memory care, and palliative services in Willowbrook, Illinois. Continuous medical oversight from licensed nursing personnel runs 24 hours a day for clinical care, while memory care supplies a secured space to safeguard residents prone to wandering. Palliative support focuses on physical comfort and pain management, creating a care model that caters to complex health profiles alongside cognitive needs.

Living space includes 150 total beds across private and semi-private rooms, maintaining an 81% occupancy rate during its latest assessment. Daily nursing attention totals 2 hours and 30 minutes per resident. Financial coverage accommodates Medicare, Medicaid, and direct private payment to fit different budgets and benefit plans.

Physical rehabilitation programs help residents regain strength during recovery. Property features highlight an outdoor patio, a movie theater room, a library, an ice cream parlor, and a full-service salon and barber shop for convenient grooming.

Prospective representatives exploring multi-faceted clinical options can tour this Willowbrook property to evaluate its therapy services, medical coverage, and recreational spaces.

Contact Chateau Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Overview of Bria of Westmont

Bria of Westmont is a nursing home in Westmont, IL, offering long-term care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. The community’s nurturing and welcoming environment ensures older adults are well-cared for. With restaurant-style dining, 24-hour care, and therapies, residents receive the utmost attention and care to live comfortably. Through personalized care plans, the community strives to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences.

Light physical activities and fun events encourage residents to make friends and gain meaningful experiences. Residents can also focus on their wellness and rest comfortably with the newly renovated amenities and top-notch therapy equipment. Surrounded by restaurants, shops, and bus stops, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home ensures older adults can thrive in retirement, making it one of the best options for senior living in Illinois.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Resident & Family Experience 35%

The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.

  • Includes
  • Review Sentiment
  • Review Volume
02

Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • State Inspections
  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
03

Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

  • Includes
  • Video Tours
  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
04

Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

  • Includes
  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
05

Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
06

Environment & Pricing 5%

Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • Pricing Transparency
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Memory Care in Willowbrook at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 47/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Willowbrook, IL. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 161The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Willowbrook, IL. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Willowbrook, IL

What is the average cost of memory care in Willowbrook, IL?

The average monthly cost of memory care in Willowbrook, IL is approximately $5,000. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in Willowbrook, IL?

Memory care in Willowbrook, IL typically ranges from $4,000–$6,500 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Willowbrook, IL?

Memory care communities in Willowbrook, IL typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Illinois?

Assisted living in Illinois supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.

Does Illinois Medicaid cover memory care?

Illinois Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, but most states (including Illinois) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.

What is memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 4 memory care communities in Willowbrook, IL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.