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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Watkins Ford, IL

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If your loved one needs memory care in Watkins Ford, A Place for Mom can help. With 40 memory care facilities in Watkins Ford, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Marion, Harrisburg and Humm Wye.
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They took very good care of my father at New Haven Assisted Living, and they advocated for him when he had challenges. There was one employee that got a little too friendly with him and gave him her...
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Located in the beautiful town of Marion in Kentucky, New Haven Assisted Living is the best choice as the new home for your loved one. Known for our home-like atmosphere and high staff to resident ratio, we pride ourselves on offering the best possible care and attention for your family member. ...
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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.
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Finding the right place for your loved one doesn't have to a difficult decision with options like New Haven - Kevil so look no further. New Haven - Kevil, located in Kevil, KY is an assisted living facility that takes a more comprehensive approach to providing the very best care for your loved...
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The staff at this community are friendly and helpful. She loves the food and they keep the community clean. They offer daily activities. I would have to say the administration is a two. If the nurses need...
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Carbondale, Illinois is known for its community celebrations. Prairie Living at Chautauqua is an assisted living community whose residents have abundant opportunities for activities and community involvement, as well as a variety of religious and spiritual options. Known as 'Town of Poets' due to...
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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.
At Heritage Woods of McLeansboro IL, we boast ourselves as the affordable assisted living offering a really wonderful environment for any senior citizen that is in need. At Heritage Woods we offer a great deal of care for your loved one that you have found needs an assisted living community....
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We just moved my mom in here. It's really good so far. We like it because it's close by for one thing. It's not quite as nice as were she was but it's more affordable. They have lots of activities. They have...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Cost of memory care in Watkins Ford, IL

The average cost of senior living in Watkins Ford is $3,875 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vienna, IL with an average of $3,418 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Watkins Ford, IL vs. nearby cities

Watkins Ford, IL
$3,875/mo
$4,378/mo
$4,274/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Watkins Ford, IL vs. the state and national average

Watkins Ford, IL
$3,875/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Watkins Ford vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$3,875/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Watkins Ford, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$4,080/mo
Studio
$4,277/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,618/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,760/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,800/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in Watkins Ford

Recent reviews for memory care in Watkins Ford

Brookstone of Harrisburg

5.0
Everything is going quite well for my mom at Brookstone! The facility is well maintained and the staff are doing a great job with my mom. The food is also just fine for her. Overall, we are very pleased with her stay!

Gaither Suites At West Park Assisted Living and Personal Care Home in Paducah, KY

4.3
My loved one is currently a resident at Gaither Suites At West Park and overall her experience at this facility has been very good. I appreciate the staff's timeliness in responding to questions or concerns. It would be helpful if the staff wore name tags to be able to better identify them. The ...
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The Neighborhood at Paducah

5.0
My mother moved into Morningside and I think it's just a good place. It's a smaller community and that allows residents to get more individualized care. I think they are short staffed but I understand that isn't necessarily their fault and it's mostly state restrictions. My mother loves the food ...
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Watkins Ford review score based on 58 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 58 reviews of 33 Watkins Ford memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Watkins Ford 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

Watkins Ford review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
Watkins Ford, IL33 facilities
8.5
Eddyville, IL5 facilities
8.5
Stonefort, IL6 facilities

Review subcategories for Watkins Ford 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 58 reviews of 33 Watkins Ford memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Watkins Ford 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.
Watkins Ford, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.4
Friendliness
4.9
4.5
Care services
4.8
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.4
Meals & dining
4.3
4.0
Activities
4.5
4.0
Value for cost*
4.4
4.0
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Watkins Ford memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Watkins Ford memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Watkins Ford, 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 Watkins Ford 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 Watkins Ford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Watkins Ford, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
12.2%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
4.9%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80.5%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80.5%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
31.7%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.2%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
78%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
39%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
36.6%
64.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Watkins Ford 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 Watkins Ford Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Watkins Ford, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
29.3%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
24.4%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
26.8%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.8%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Watkins Ford 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 Watkins Ford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Watkins Ford, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.1%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.1%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
19.5%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
7.3%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.9%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Watkins Ford 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 Watkins Ford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Watkins Ford, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.2%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
24.4%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
17.1%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.6%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Watkins Ford 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 Watkins Ford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Watkins Ford, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
34.1%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.8%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.2%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
36.6%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
39%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31.7%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.4%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.6%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
39%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
17.1%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.1%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.1%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Villas of Holly Brook Herrin, Rivercrest Place and The Landings at Reed Station Crossing are the top-rated memory care facilities near Watkins Ford, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 40 memory care facilities near Watkins Ford, Illinois. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Watkins Ford, Illinois are The Landings at Reed Station Crossing. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 40 memory care facilities near you in Watkins Ford, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Watkins Ford, 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 Watkins Ford, 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 Watkins Ford, Illinois ranges from $1890 to $8900. The average Memory Care cost in Watkins Ford, Illinois is $3,875. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Watkins Ford, Illinois typically starts at $1890. 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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