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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Aurora, IL

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Memory care in Aurora offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Aurora is about $7,913 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 335 communities, read 14331 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Elgin, Joliet and Plainfield.

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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Tucked away in one of Evanston's quiet residential neighborhoods, Three Crowns Park is a continuing care retirement community on a beautiful 7-acre piece of property.  We are a not-for-profit community whose mission is to provide high quality retirement housing and health care options that...
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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 the Museum Residences on Oak, a signature senior living community located in the heart of Evanston, Illinois. The Museum Residences on Oak prides itself on individualized programming tailored to each resident allowing empowerment through independence. Discover the Museum Residences on...
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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.
Photo of Rest Haven Holland Home
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.
Rest Haven Christian Services, a non-profit organization, has been committed to promoting independence and providing services to those entrusted to our care for 90 years. Not only is our staff inspired, but also committed to complementing Great Lives with great living! We will be busy handling...
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44 Floor plans available
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.
Dedicated to Good LivingOur longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Victory Centre of River Oaks community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one. Above all...
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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.
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Silver Birch is a fun place to live. You can meet new people, enjoy activities, play games, and have quiet time. You are treated with respect and your opinion is valued. The receptionist is the best,...
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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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.
Symphony of Dyer is located in Dyer, IN. This licensed assisted living community provides seniors with a great place to call home. Dyer is a part of Lake County, and it is beautiful in setting. Dyer offers the opportunity for residents and guests to spend time outdoors at one of the town’s parks....
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I’ve lived here since October 2016, on the Indepent side I moved from Missouri to be near my daughter in Mendota. The majority of residents ate from LaSalle and Lee counties in Illinois, andthey all are very...
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.
Mendota Retirement Community is an assisted living community located in Mendota, Illinois. Located minutes from the center of town, our assisted and independent living community provides easy access for families while providing a peaceful setting for our residents. You'll enjoy our beautiful...
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We can’t say enough about Riverside. The staff is just fantastic! The facility is bright and clean and warm and inviting. The rooms are spacious and comfortable. The pricing is very fair for the industry and...
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.
Riverside Assisted Living and Memory Care is an assisted living and memory care community located in Bourbonnais, IL in Kankakee County. Bourbonnais is about an hour south of Chicago. This vibrant town is known as the 'Village of Friendship,' and has many shops and restaurants. The Kankakee River...
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Cost of memory care in Aurora, IL

The average cost of senior living in Aurora is $7,913 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include DeKalb, IL with an average of $7,145 per month.

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

Aurora, IL
$7,913/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$7,913/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,711/mo
Studio
$8,094/mo
1 Bedroom
$9,167/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,469/mo

Senior living costs in Aurora 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: Aurora, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAurora, ILIllinoisU.S.
Memory Care$7,913/mo$7,681/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$6,613/mo$6,329/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$3,395/mo$3,342/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Aurora, IL:$7,913/mo
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Aurora, IL:$6,613/mo
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Aurora, IL:$3,395/mo
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Aurora, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Aurora and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Aurora, ILIL stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Aurora, IL

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Aurora have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Aurora, IL$7,411/mo$7,127/mo+4.0%
Illinois$7,236/mo$6,979/mo+3.7%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Aurora, IL
2024 average cost:$7,411/mo
2023 average cost:$7,127/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$7,236/mo
2023 average cost:$6,979/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Aurora

Recent reviews for memory care in Aurora

Melody Living Lake in the Hills

5.0
After my father's death we wanted my mother to be closer to us. She suffered from progressive dementia and needed care on virtually every level. We heard about Melody Living and decided to investigate. We wanted to be sure that her care would be good as her former residence. We visited the ...
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The Sheridan at Oak Brook

5.0
Our Activities Director at the Sheridan of Oak Brook rewards its residents with numerous wonderful activities and events that result in large crowds. One significant activity, a favorite of mine, occurs annually and is identified as “ Show and Tell”. Residents are encouraged to bring to a ...
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Heritage Woods of Belvidere

5.0
I am very content living at Heritage Woods. My apartment is very comfortable and convenient. The nurses and CNAs are very attentive and convenient. The food is good and I may also eat in my room if I so desire. There are activities every day. Also a small store 2 days a week.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and caring staff. Several reviews from The Reserve at Oswego, The Springs at Monarch Landing, and StoryPoint Bolingbrook highlight the friendly and caring nature of the staff in their communities. Residents and their families express appreciation for the personal attention and dedication of staff members wh ...
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Variety of stimulating activities. Activities are a key component of many residents' satisfaction with their senior living communities. Residents and their families at The Reserve at Oswego, Ciel Senior Living at Plainfield, and The Landings Senior Living mention the engaging activities offered, such as games, crafts, and s ...
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Thoughtful communication with families. Communication is crucial for families to feel assured that their loved ones are receiving the best care possible. Families at Sunrise of Naperville North, The Auberge at Naperville, and The Reserve at Oswego praise the regular and detailed updates they receive from community staff, providi ...
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Modern and clean facilities. Residents and their families value clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews from The Landings Senior Living, Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care, and Arden Courts Geneva, A Memory Care Community mention the modern amenities and cleanliness of their loved ones' communities, ...
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Flexible and accommodating staff. Some reviews from The Reserve at Oswego, The Auberge at Naperville, and Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care mention the adaptability of community staff in addressing individual residents' needs, whether it be dietary restrictions, specific care requirements, or personal preferen ...
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Supportive and inclusive community atmosphere. A sense of community and belonging is essential for many seniors. Families at The Reserve at Oswego, Ciel Senior Living at Plainfield, and StoryPoint Bolingbrook describe the welcoming and inclusive atmosphere of their loved ones' communities, where residents feel at home and valued.
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Aurora review score based on 2,741 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 2741 reviews of 335 Aurora memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Aurora 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

Aurora review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Aurora, IL335 facilities
8.5
Naperville, IL343 facilities
8.4
DeKalb, IL274 facilities

Review subcategories for Aurora 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 2,741 reviews of 335 Aurora memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Aurora 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.
Aurora, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.7
Friendliness
3.8
3.8
Care services
3.4
3.5
Staff
3.7
3.7
Meals & dining
3.4
3.4
Activities
3.4
3.3
Value for cost*
3.4
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Aurora memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Aurora memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Aurora, 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 Aurora 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 Aurora that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Aurora, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
76%
63.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
65.6%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.7%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.6%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
87.7%
69.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
44.3%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.4%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.1%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.2%
69.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Aurora 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 Aurora Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Aurora, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75.7%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
59.3%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
65%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Aurora 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 Aurora partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Aurora, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
58.1%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.8%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
62.6%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60.8%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
32.6%
22.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Aurora 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 Aurora communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Aurora, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
63.8%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
72.2%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
52.4%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.1%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Aurora 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 Aurora offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Aurora, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
78.4%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
59%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
58.4%
29%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
81.1%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
81.4%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
86.8%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
68.6%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
71.3%
35.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
68.9%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
79.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
79.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
55.1%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
49.4%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
76.9%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Aurora

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Illinois memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Aurora protect seniors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Jennings Terrace, Bardwell Residences and Sunnymere are the top-rated memory care facilities near Aurora, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 335 memory care facilities near Aurora, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Aurora, Illinois are Discovery Village Des Plaines, The Timbers of Shorewood and Clarendale of Algonquin. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 335 memory care facilities near you in Aurora, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Aurora, 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 Aurora, 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 Aurora, Illinois ranges from $2766 to $15775. The average Memory Care cost in Aurora, Illinois is $7,913. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Aurora, Illinois typically starts at $2766. 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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