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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Aurora, IL
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 $5,831 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 28 communities, read 1109 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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We absolutely love it there, and everyone is so nice. Our loved is very happy there. The rooms are very nice, they offer three different types of rooms with different prices associated with them. Our loved...
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.
If you've yet to witness a vibrant senior living environment, it's high time you visited Bickford. From appetizing, home-cooked meals to the reassuring presence of our compassionate caregivers, your loved one is in for a treat. Our activity calendar is bursting at the seams, ensuring they're...
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Greenfields is a beautiful and well-appointed retirement facility. It has a very good food plan with delicious offerings. As of now, they have plenty of activities and care services but we can see the push...
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.
It only takes a moment to see the future in a completely new way at GreenFields of Geneva. GreenFields is offers a full-continuum of care all under one roof, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. Independent living here keeps you...
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 loved one was previously a resident at Tabor Hills and overall her experience at this facility was good. She had a large living area and the cost was less than several other facilities in the area.
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.
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Cost of memory care in Aurora, IL
The average cost of senior living in Aurora is $5,831 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Woodridge, IL with an average of $5,660 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Aurora, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Aurora, IL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Aurora vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Aurora, IL by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Aurora
Recent reviews for memory care in Aurora
Cantata Adult Life Services a CCRC in Brookfield, IL
4.8
I recommend Cantata because they have a robust rehab gym staffed with professionals in physical therapy, occupational therapy, balance, speech/memory therapy. It is located on a quiet tree lined landscaped campus with onsite Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing and Independent Living. The staff ...
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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.
Silver Glen Senior Living in South Elgin, IL
4.7
I would definitely recommend Silver Glen Senior Living to others. The facility itself is great, the rooms are really nice, and everyone seems so nice and welcoming. Another great thing they have is they work with a company that provides Physical therapy, Speech and OT on the premises.. so ...
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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 A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Geneva mention the modern amenities and cleanliness of their loved ones' c ...
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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 280 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 280 reviews of 28 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
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 280 reviews of 28 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
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.0
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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.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
75%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60.7%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.4%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.4%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
82.1%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
32.1%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.4%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
82.1%
72.1%
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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
78.6%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
67.9%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.4%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
10.7%
26.4%
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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.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60.7%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.7%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
57.1%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.4%
18.1%
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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
60.7%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
67.9%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.4%
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
71.4%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
53.6%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
53.6%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
82.1%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.3%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
67.9%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
39.3%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.7%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
67.9%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Encore Village of Schaumburg, a CCRC, Sunrise of Naperville North and Encore at South Barrington are the top-rated memory care facilities near Aurora, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 28 memory care facilities near Aurora, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Aurora, Illinois are Encore at South Barrington, Brookdale Glen Ellyn and The Timbers of Shorewood. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 28 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 $1130 to $28400. The average Memory Care cost in Aurora, Illinois is $5,831. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Aurora, Illinois typically starts at $1130. 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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