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Alzheimer’s care in Gardner incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Gardner memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Gardner, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

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Photo of The Landings Senior Living
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1717 Floor plans available
8.9
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the Landings Senior Living has beautiful surroundings and the facility is new. It is an awesome place for the price. I would highly recommend this facility to others and already have.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our brand new, beautifully designed community is conveniently located in a vibrant area near downtown Batavia and within minutes of shopping, restaurants, entertainment and medical care. At The Landings, you will find no buy-ins or hidden fees and the perfect combination of comfort, care and an...
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Photo of Brookdale Orland Park
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66 Floor plans available
9.3
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care—On Your TermsWouldn’t it be nice to trade in a life of fear, worry and isolation for one full of comfortable accommodations, wonderful friends and personalized care designed to meet your exact needs? If so, our assisted and memory care community may just be the place for you. The seniors who...
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Photo of Brookdale Lisle
1515 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.1
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My brother in-law has been very happy with Brookdale. The staff is helpful and has enough activities that he is comfortably busy. Enjoys the exercise class and woodcarving and a few others. He enjoys walking...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Good Times, Good PeopleAre you ready to enjoy everything senior living has to offer? At our continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in Lisle, Illinois, you can enjoy a beautiful and inviting environment with spacious common rooms, a fun-filled events calendar with a multitude of...
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9.6
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What I like most about the community is they go out of their way to make the new resident comfortable and get acclimated to the new environment.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to HarborChase of Naperville Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Here, you’ll discover stimulating activities, customized programs, innovative health services and generous amenities, along with a welcome abundance of Midwestern charm. We offer a large variety of spacious and...
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Photo of Lexington Square Lombard a CCRC
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They are wonderful. My parents are very happy there. [name removed] is amazing. Patient and supportive, willing to work with you and no question or concern is too big or too small. All the staff is friendly...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Lexington Square Lombard a CCRC, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. We offer free high speed internet. Free resident parking and guest parking available at our location. All...
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33 Floor plans available
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My mom has been in ALTO for a year and the biggest thing for me is that I know that I do not have to worry about her at all. The 4th floor nurses are wonderful and will call me with any problems that...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Alto Wheaton, we see things differently. And it shows. We believe that quality senior living is an ideal balance of care and hospitality. At Alto Wheaton, moving here is moving forward. Our communities offer the best of both worlds in assisted living and memory care services – luxury...
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9.4
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Thoughtfully designed to help older adults enjoy greater well-being, StoryPoint Bolingbrook is an assisted living and memory care community serving the families of Bolingbrook and Naperville.Whether residents select a spacious studio, one- or two-bedroom apartment, they will have access to a...
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Photo of Marian Village
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Monthly calendars are given to all residents. Many activities are offered from shopping, luncheons, religious opportunities, craft classes, and so much more. Moving here was the best decision I could have...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Looking for senior housing near you? Situated on 80 sprawling acres in the southwest suburbs of Chicago, Marian Village in Homer Glen, Illinois offers easy living that is enriching and inspiring. Our Catholic senior living community welcomes people of all faiths as our focus is truly on your...
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44 Floor plans available
9.8
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Staff attentive to the needs of residents and families. Communication is frequent and clear. Questions are addressed in timely manner. Upper management heavily involved.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Harvester Place is a purpose built memory care community for seniors in the Chicago area. We specialize in providing high quality care for seniors living with dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, by offering a personal touch that makes every resident feel welcome and at ease. Our services and...
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Photo of Lombard Place Assisted Living and Memory Care
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55 Floor plans available
9.5
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My mother lived at Lombard Place for almost two years before she passed. It was a great place for her. My mother could be cranky and stubborn at times, but her care never suffered. The caregivers and staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The new Lombard Place Assisted Living and Memory Care in Lombard, IL is the perfect alternative for seniors who value their independence but still need some help from time to time. Carefully designed and professionally managed, Lombard Place features beautiful apartments in a home-like setting....
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Photo of Bardwell Residences
1717 Photos available
9.0
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Overall experience I'd say has been a 4/5. We have nothing to compare it to so hard to judge. Dad seems to like the place and has made friends and plays cards with them. Although he doesn't take advantage of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Bardwell Residences is a senior living community in an incredible historic building. Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care round out this 99 apartment community. We embrace our history and are Senior Living, Reimagined. Scheduled to open 4/1/23 the entire building has been renovated...
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Photo of Bardwell Residences
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Overall experience I'd say has been a 4/5. We have nothing to compare it to so hard to judge. Dad seems to like the place and has made friends and plays cards with them. Although he doesn't take advantage of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Bardwell Residences is a senior living community in an incredible historic building. Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care round out this 99 apartment community. We embrace our history and are Senior Living, Reimagined. Scheduled to open 4/1/23 the entire building has been renovated...
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Photo of Westbridge Assisted Living and Memory Care
88 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.4
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5 to all. We didn't have any complaints. Everyone was very supportive and friendly. They do affordable short-term respite stays for people who need a temporary option.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Westbridge is located on the Wyndemere Retirement Community campus in Wheaton, IllinoisWestbridge residences offer a combination of gracious style and function that enables many to maintain their independence and enjoy life's simple pleasures. Our distinctive one-bedroom suites feature a...
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Photo of Maple Glen Memory Care
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66 Floor plans available
8.0
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My father has been at Maple Place for a few months now and we are extremely pleased with our choice. ALL the staff is amazing, the building is decorated in a classic style which he loves, and the building is...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Koelsch family has more than six decades in developing, building and operating senior housing. The tradition began in 1958 when Emmett Koelsch and Alice Koelsch-Schultz founded the company and employed the simple philosophy, 'Treat all people with the respect they deserve and the special...
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Photo of Grace Point Place Memory Care
11 Video available
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8.2
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The director and the other administration were wonderful. Very involved and attentive. They were always available for questions or concerns. Nursing was great! Detail oriented and available for questions or...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Grace Point Place is a memory care community in the Chicago metropolitan area for seniors age 60 and over. Our purpose-built campus was designed specifically for residents with all forms of dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease. We offer an innovative, person-centered approach to memory care...
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Photo of Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Palos HeightsCommunity card badge
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9.5
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My brother only had 2 weeks there before he passed, but we are so grateful for that time. He was able to live in a clean, comfortable, and caring facility. We are particularly appreciative to [names...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Arden Courts of Palos Heights is a Memory Care Assisted Living community dedicated to caring for individuals living with various forms of memory impairment and dementia. Located near the corner of Southwest Highway and College Drive, our community has been serving Palos Heights and the...
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Photo of Clarendale of Mokena
99 Photos available
1515 Floor plans available
9.7
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124 reviews
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I loved Clarendale in Mokena Beautiful facility, had a lovely apt. .... small but efficient . Good food and great people. Would be there now if I could.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Clarendale of Mokena is the only senior living community in The Village of Mokena, Ill. It is also the newest such community in the greater market area to offer three integrated lifestyle options under one roof - residential living, assisted living and memory care. Clarendale of Mokena creates an...
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Photo of Sunrise of Willowbrook
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44 Floor plans available
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Staff is friendly and attentive. When Mom first moved in they helped her get accustomed to living in a new home. She hasn't participated in activities yet. Food I'd good with many options at each meal. Mom...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of Waterford Estates Senior Living
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Very happy with Waterford. She is in Supportive Living with Medicaid. Very nice facility and staff. I think they do a great job with everything.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The essence of Waterford Estates is best described in three words: understanding, care, and community. Waterford Estates is located near I57 & I80, on 12 beautiful acres with private walking paths, two ponds and scenic views. Our campus offers those age 62+ independence, privacy, security,...
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Photo of Charter Senior Living of Orland Park
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44 Floor plans available
8.4
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Staff is very positive when interacting with the occupants and their families. I highly recommend this facility to anybody looking for memory care.
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
WELCOME TO your new home at Charter Senior Living of Orland ParkExperience our warm and welcoming environment at Charter Senior Living of Orland Park, a licensed, stand-alone memory care community, located in Orland Park, Illinois. We are committed to ensuring each of our residents living with...
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Thank you for assisting me with the difficult decision to move my mother into a Senior Care Facility. We were truly undecided, and the staff at Ciel of Plainfield read very reassuring. They showed genuine...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The living is easy here because the services are second to none!' HarborChase of Plainfield conveniently serves the assisted living and memory care needs of seniors and families in and around the Plainfield area. Our community is situated on 3.8 acres just 35 miles southwest of Chicago. The...
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It has been a good experience & staff & neighbors are very nice. The staff is very helpful. Just call their No & the reception desk will connect you to Right person
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Take a deep breath and imagine what your everyday life could be if you eliminate having to prepare and cook meals and significantly reduce your housekeeping duties. How would you like being able to walk to Mass, a gorgeous outdoor stations of the cross devotion, a fine restaurant, bistro, gift...
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At The Reserve at Oswego, residents enjoy an active, engaging lifestyle that promotes wellness and independence. It is our goal to keep our residents linked to resources and opportunities that will fulfill their needs and interests in the Oswego area. Residents have many opportunities to...
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8.6
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I rate all categories a 5!!! Staff: kind, caring, helpful and always on time-on giving meds. This is a wonderful place to live.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Cordia Senior Residence is taking senior living to a new level and it all begins with the fresh and innovative approach that we take towards it. Through our staff and a variety of unique and engaging programs, we inspire our residents to lead lives on the own terms. At Cordia Senior Residence, we...
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44 Floor plans available
9.7
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After experiencing the loss of one parent navigating grief we need extra support. Every staff members we encountered seemed open to meeting potential new neighbors.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Just 30 minutes south of Chicago, Sunrise Villa Olympia Fields provides a highly personalized approach to care, including independent and assisted living tailored to resident needs and abilities. Here, you have a choice of unique ranch-style townhome villas with two-car garages, front porches,...
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Cost of memory care in Gardner, IL

The average cost of senior living in Gardner is $5,347 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Emington, IL with an average of $4,318 per month.

Memory care costs in Gardner, IL, vs. nearby cities

Gardner, IL
$5,347/mo

Memory care costs in Gardner, IL, vs. state and national averages

Gardner, IL
$5,347/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Memory care costs in Gardner, IL, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$5,347/mo

Memory care costs in Gardner, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,458/mo
Studio
$5,620/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,690/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,910/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,945/mo

Senior living costs in Gardner vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Gardner, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGardner, ILIllinoisU.S.
Memory Care$5,347/mo$5,098/mo$4,761/mo
Assisted Living$5,284/mo$5,079/mo$4,515/mo
Independent Living$5,570/mo$4,489/mo$3,951/mo
Memory Care
Gardner, IL:$5,347/mo
Illinois:$5,098/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
Assisted Living
Gardner, IL:$5,284/mo
Illinois:$5,079/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Independent Living
Gardner, IL:$5,570/mo
Illinois:$4,489/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Gardner

Recent reviews for memory care in Gardner

Churchill Place in Glen Ellyn, IL

5.0
Based on our experience I would recommend. So far everything has been very good no problems and everyone has been great and easy to work with.

Cedarhurst of Naperville in Woodridge, IL

4.8
Our loved one was on the memory care side and the staff members were extremely hands on and gave our loved one great personal attention. The permanent staff at Cedarhurst are outstanding, very attentive and we could ask them questions at any time and they were always there and just have been ...
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Arbor Terrace Naperville

4.6
The staff are very good and they all know my mother in law and address her by name. In fact, when I visit, they greet me by my name as well. Since COVId-19, they have keep us up to date with how they are handling things , such as, delivering meals to the residents rooms and offering hallway ...
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Gardner review score based on 1,130 family reviews

8.3
Review score151 facilities1130 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1130 reviews of 151 Gardner memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Gardner review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Gardner review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Gardner, IL151 facilities
8.2
South Wilmington, IL160 facilities
7.7
East Brooklyn, IL5 facilities

Review subcategories for Gardner memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 1,130 reviews of 151 Gardner memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Gardner resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Gardner, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.0
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Gardner memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gardner memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gardner, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Gardner memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Gardner that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Gardner, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
68.2%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
56.1%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.9%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.9%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80.9%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.1%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.9%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.8%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.8%
64.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Gardner memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Gardner Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Gardner, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70.1%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
59.2%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.3%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gardner memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Gardner partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gardner, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
54.8%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.4%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
48.4%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.8%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.7%
14.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Gardner memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Gardner communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gardner, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
49.7%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
65.6%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
43.3%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.8%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gardner memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Gardner offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gardner, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
70.7%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
52.2%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.8%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
77.1%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
74.5%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80.9%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.2%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
61.1%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
59.9%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71.3%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
73.2%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
47.8%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.9%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70.7%
41.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Frequently Asked Questions

Sunrise of Naperville North, Mercy Circle Senior Living and The Timbers of Shorewood are the top-rated memory care facilities near Gardner, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 164 memory care facilities near Gardner, Illinois. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Gardner, Illinois are Sunrise of Naperville North, Mercy Circle Senior Living and The Timbers of Shorewood. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 164 memory care facilities near you in Gardner, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Gardner, Illinois, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Gardner, Illinois, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Gardner, Illinois ranges from $600 to $28400. The average Memory Care cost in Gardner, Illinois is $5,347. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Gardner, Illinois typically starts at $600. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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