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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in West Union, IL

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If your loved one needs memory care in West Union, A Place for Mom can help. With 62 memory care facilities in West Union, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Deming Woods, Twelve Points and East Shelburn.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Terre Haute, Robinson and Marshall.

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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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My Mother has resided at Willow Manor for 5 years. I am very pleased with her care. The staff get really involved and show her the attention she needs. She is very active and social, attending many of the...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
On behalf of the caregivers and support staff of Crestview, we thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the...
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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.
Located in Historical Vincennes Indiana, BridgePointe Health Campus provides our residents with a serene and familiar setting to call home. Residents who are interested in the local history can enjoy activities outside the campus such as, touring the George Roger Clark Memorial, and visiting...
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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
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Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Parkview Village is a not-for-profit facility with a warm environment and surrounded by friendly people with Christian values.  We operate with integrity in a trust-worthy atmosphere and will strive to provide for the needs of all our residents.  Located within the beautiful...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Parkview Village is a not-for-profit facility with a warm environment and surrounded by friendly people with Christian values.  We operate with integrity in a trust-worthy atmosphere and will strive to provide for the needs of all our residents.  Located within the beautiful...
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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.
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Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Washington Indiana is a town with a friendly, tight-knit community and strong family values. At The Villages at Oak Ridge, we are no different. We pride ourselves in providing a warm, welcoming place for our residents to call home. Residents of The Villages at Oak Ridge can choose from a variety...

Cost of memory care in West Union, IL

The average cost of senior living in West Union is $4,291 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Russellville, IL with an average of $3,888 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in West Union, IL vs. nearby cities

West Union, IL
$4,291/mo
$4,335/mo

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

West Union, IL
$4,291/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in West Union vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,291/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in West Union, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$6,198/mo
Studio
$3,895/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,054/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,821/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in West Union

Recent reviews for memory care in West Union

Heritage Woods of Charleston

4.9
I have lived here for about a year and a half. I have enjoyed it immensely. Very friendly people live and work here. I recommend it for people 65 years old and older. We get three meals a day plus snacks. We get activities that are great. We have exercise programs for 45 minutes at least 2 times ...
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Brookstone Estates of Olney

3.7
My father felt very isolated there as they did not have many activities he was interested in. He did not like the food but the personnel were friendly to him and helped him to meals and gave him his medications but otherwise he did not see them very often as he did not leave his room. He was 99 ...
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Autumn Trace Senior Communities Greene County in Linton, IN

4.6
I would recommend it highly. We picked it because it was close to family and she knew some of the people there.

West Union review score based on 101 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 101 reviews of 53 West Union memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The West Union 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

West Union review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
West Union, IL53 facilities
8.5
Hutsonville, IL55 facilities
8.5
Marshall, IL62 facilities

Review subcategories for West Union 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 101 reviews of 53 West Union memory care communities. This chart helps you compare West Union 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.
West Union, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.7
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.4
Meals & dining
4.3
4.0
Activities
4.3
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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West Union memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Union memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Union, 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 West Union 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 West Union that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
West Union, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
29.7%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
10.9%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
71.9%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
79.7%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
51.6%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.1%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
71.9%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40.6%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
51.6%
64.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in West Union 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 West Union Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
West Union, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
43.8%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.2%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.3%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in West Union 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 West Union partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
West Union, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.7%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29.7%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
28.1%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.9%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.7%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in West Union 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 West Union communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
West Union, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.6%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31.3%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
25%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.6%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Union 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 West Union offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
West Union, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
26.6%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.4%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.9%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.5%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
35.9%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.4%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.4%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.4%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.1%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.9%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
26.6%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.8%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.9%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Carriage Crossing Arcola, Villas of Holly Brook Newton and Villas of Holly Brook Marshall are the top-rated memory care facilities near West Union, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 62 memory care facilities near West Union, Illinois. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in West Union, Illinois are Carriage Crossing Arcola. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 62 memory care facilities near you in West Union, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in West Union, 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 West Union, 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 West Union, Illinois ranges from $1650 to $8500. The average Memory Care cost in West Union, Illinois is $4,291. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in West Union, Illinois typically starts at $1650. 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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