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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Barrington, IL
Memory care in Barrington 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 Barrington is about $6,263 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 30 communities, read 1218 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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8.3
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30 reviews
Some areas smell of urine but not in overall community. The staff are wonderful - very attentive and engaging! The food I have experienced at events has been good with nice presentation. Daily food seems to...
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.
New Perspective Long Grove is a vibrant community with plenty to offer. Residents can be found soaking up the sun on the spacious patio, enjoying made-from-scratch meals in our dining room, or meeting friends for coffee at the cafe.We believe older adults deserve to live joyfully, affordably, and...
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8.2
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31 reviews
I don't have any negative feedback whatsoever . The facility has been a good fit for my mother in law. As I have recently toured facilities for my mother, I've noticed some are newer, brighter, and 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.
Part of the magic of retirement is that it's time to relax and enjoy all you've worked for through the years. It's time to dream. Time to socialize. Time to take up a new hobby. Because we are a rental community, there is no long term financial commitment or ownership through an endowment fee....
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7.9
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33 reviews
The people from the director to the staff are wonderful- you get the feeling money is an issue- things could be nicer/ better maintained but the needs, people and food are nice enough. For accuracy the...
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.
Harbor House in Wheeling, IL, is dedicated to serving individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders. It is our mission to provide a residence in the least-restrictive, safe environment that affords a quality of care beyond all industry standards. It is our philosophy to show respect...
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My mother seems to be doing very well since her move to The Garlands. At first, it was a bit tough on her, but she is slowly adjusting and enjoying the place. The staff has been great, they are more than...
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 Garlands is a unique community for people ages 55 and older that offers residents an uncompromising lifestyle in a resort setting with unprecedented amenities and services. The Garlands homes offer superb construction, thoughtful interior design and the finest quality. They feature large and...
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We chose Waverly Inn because the quality of the services offered and the location is close to me as well. It is a smaller facility with only about 60 residents. The building is built in a circle so that...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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.
Waverly Inn Memory Care Community, a Koelsch Community, and family owned since 1958 is located in the Village of Arlington Heights.Along with excellence in care, Waverly Inn Memory Care Community will offer full meals, vibrant mental and physical activities 7 days a week, scheduled social outings...
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I have been here 5 years and I am very happy. Staff does it's best to help, keep us safe. Stuff happens but I am very grateful and blessed. It's always works out.
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.
Plum Creek Supportive Living Community is located in beautiful Rolling Meadows, Illinois. Rolling Meadows is a quiet, relaxing community in Cook County in Northern Illinois. The Rolling Meadows Park District maintains several parks in the area where your grandchildren can play when they come to...
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2 reviews
Very happy with this facility. It's next over to their assisted living facility so I am next door to my husband who is there. Their programs are wonderful.
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.
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: 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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Cost of memory care in Barrington, IL
The average cost of senior living in Barrington is $6,263 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Indian Creek, IL with an average of $5,999 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Barrington, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Barrington, IL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Barrington
Recent reviews for memory care in Barrington
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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Emerald Place in Glenview, IL
5.0
Their activities director [name removed] was outstanding, as well as their custodial and support staff team. Truly, but the cost at the time seemed high
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Thoughtful adjustments to meet residents' changing needs. Many reviews mention the accommodating nature of caregivers, including quick and thoughtful adjustments made by staff to help make daily tasks easier and safer for residents and their families at various communities, such as Encore at South Barrington, Deer Park Village, and Eden Vista Hoff ...
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Community events that bring joy and engagement. Residents and their families appreciate the various community events that facilitate engagement and joy, such as luaus, singing, and themed parties, as mentioned in reviews for Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Elk Grove, Westbrook Senior Living, and Ciel of Long Grove.
Warm, friendly, and caring staff. Several reviews praise the kindness and compassion of the staff members, with residents and their families feeling welcomed and at ease, as expressed in reviews for communities like Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Elk Grove, Clarendale of Algonquin, and Encore at South Bar ...
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Individualized approach to care and activities. Reviews highlight the unique approach taken by staff to cater to each resident's individual needs and preferences, from modified activities and menu options to personalized care plans, as mentioned in reviews for Encore at South Barrington, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in El ...
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Delicious meals and exceptional dining experiences. Quality food is a notable factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community, with residents and their families looking forward to mealtimes every day due to the tasty and nutritious options provided, as mentioned in reviews for communities such as Eden Vista Hoffman Estates, The ...
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Secure and safe environment for peace of mind. Families express their appreciation for the secure environment that keeps their loved ones safe and protected while allowing them the freedom to socialize, as expressed in reviews for communities like Westbrook Senior Living, Deer Park Village, and Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Commu ...
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Barrington review score based on 295 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 295 reviews of 29 Barrington memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Barrington 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
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Review subcategories for Barrington 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 295 reviews of 29 Barrington memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Barrington 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.Barrington, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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Barrington memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barrington memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barrington, 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 Barrington 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 Barrington 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
79.3%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
65.5%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
89.7%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
62.1%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.6%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.1%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
69%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Barrington 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 Barrington Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
82.8%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
69%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
72.4%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.6%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Barrington 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 Barrington 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
69%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
79.3%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
75.9%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
75.9%
50.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
31%
18.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Barrington 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 Barrington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
79.3%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
79.3%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
62.1%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
34.5%
23.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barrington 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 Barrington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
89.7%
45.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
62.1%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
69%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
82.8%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
86.2%
51.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
89.7%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
69%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
79.3%
35%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
79.3%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
86.2%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
86.2%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
62.1%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
55.2%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
82.8%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Encore Village of Schaumburg, a CCRC, Brookdale Northbrook and Galloway Senior Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Barrington, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 30 memory care facilities near Barrington, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Barrington, Illinois are Brookdale Northbrook, Encore at South Barrington and Brookdale Des Plaines. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 30 memory care facilities near you in Barrington, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Barrington, 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 Barrington, 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 Barrington, Illinois ranges from $1130 to $28400. The average Memory Care cost in Barrington, Illinois is $6,263. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Barrington, 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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