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Memory care in Belden 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 Belden is about $5,600 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 12 communities, read 153 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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9.8
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Great caregivers! Management is doing a superb job. Could have my sister in law in assisted living and brother in law in memory care at the same facility!
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.
The Cottages of Fox Lake - A Charter Senior Living Community - is a unique, retirement lifestyle which opened in 2005. Located on a beautiful campus, each of the four assisted living homes caters to only 16 residents. Our residents can feel the warmth of home and experience individualized...
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2020 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.1
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34 reviews
9.1
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34 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
18%
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0%
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The staff at White oaks is outstanding. Everyone (from maintenance to Kitchen staff to CNAs and nursing) care for all the residents. The food is GREAT and the activities are so good and fun for the...
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.
White Oaks at McHenry opened in 2017 and is a Memory Care Community for the Older Adult. Our community program embraces experiences that offer a sense of purpose, love, and belonging throughout the different seasons of dementia. Through our person-centered planning, we focus on abilities rather...
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8.6
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14 reviews
8.6
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14 reviews
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I really like the people. They are all very kind and the nurses are super and hard working. It's just I feel that family takes better care of them. No facility can match home care with the ratios they have....
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.
At Cedarhurst of McHenry, it’s our mission to tailor senior living to you so you can feel loved, valued, and supported each and every day. Our senior living community in McHenry, Illinois, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living and memory care for...
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8.5
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49 reviews
8.5
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49 reviews
5 star
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They did a good job with my husband. I'd select them again. Nice staff. Small so more care. Needed something close by. Caretakers were nice
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.
Burr Oak Manor in Genoa City, WI is a 33 bed State Licensed Assisted Living Home with a very comfortable environment. We have a unique license to care for independent individuals as well as those requiring total care at an affordable cost. We provide escorted transportation to and from physician...
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8.5
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5 reviews
8.5
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5 reviews
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Excellent care of loved ones. Experienced, respectful, competent staff. Patient, understanding, and kind towards patients and families. If I could give them 10 I would.
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 HEATHERS SENIOR HOMES IN RINGWOOD, ILLINOISThe Personalized and Personal Care we provide in the beautiful 7 bedroom ranch home is the new Assisted Living and Memory Care of serving the residents with dedication and love. Your can choose Private or Shared setting at affordable...
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7.5
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26 reviews
7.5
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26 reviews
5 star
38%
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The staff are very friendly and attentive to the residents. The facility decorates for holidays and has a homey atmosphere. The activity director coordinated a delicious Thanksgiving dinner for the residents...
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.
Come and see all Sage Meadow Lake Geneva has to offer. Located on over 20 acres of beautiful land providing quality care throughout our Assisted Living and Memory Care programs.Quality Care and personalized services are the foundation for our Assisted Living and Memory Care communities....
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We are happy that our in-laws are happy at Heritage Woods because that was a big concern for us. The are starting to make friends and join in all the activities which helps get them out of their room. They...
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.
Heritage Woods of McHenry opened July 2008 in McHenry — the Heart of the Fox River. Our 100 apartment certified IL Supportive Living Community is managed by BMA Management, Ltd. The emphasis is on operating communities for those over 65 years of age that are warm and welcoming as well as...
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Words are powerless to express my feelings about Arbor Village of Geneva Crossing. The facility is beautiful inside and out with a court yard, beautiful dining room, party room and much more. There are many...
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.
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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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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
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, 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.

Cost of memory care in Belden, IL

The average cost of senior living in Belden is $5,600 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Harvard, IL with an average of $5,073 per month.

Memory care costs in Belden, IL, vs. nearby cities

Belden, IL
$5,600/mo
$5,513/mo
$5,348/mo

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

Belden, IL
$5,600/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,600/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,700/mo
Studio
$7,097/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,675/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,995/mo

Senior living costs in Belden 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: Belden, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBelden, ILIllinoisU.S.
Memory Care$5,600/mo$5,390/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$5,528/mo$5,370/mo$4,698/mo
Independent Living$4,235/mo$4,453/mo$4,153/mo
Memory Care
Belden, IL:$5,600/mo
Illinois:$5,390/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Belden, IL:$5,528/mo
Illinois:$5,370/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Independent Living
Belden, IL:$4,235/mo
Illinois:$4,453/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Memory care costs in Belden, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Belden 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.

Belden, ILIL stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Belden, IL

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Belden 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 median 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
Belden, IL$6,019/mo$5,823/mo+3.4%
Illinois$6,691/mo$6,173/mo+8.4%
National$6,063/mo$5,720/mo+6.0%
Belden, IL
2024 average cost:$6,019/mo
2023 average cost:$5,823/mo
Percent change:+3.4%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$6,691/mo
2023 average cost:$6,173/mo
Percent change:+8.4%
National
2024 average cost:$6,063/mo
2023 average cost:$5,720/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
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What families are saying about memory care in Belden

Recent reviews for memory care in Belden

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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Parkside Manor in Kenosha, WI

5.0
I can only comment about the memory unit. Those girls worked hard to maintain order and keep up. I thought to myself a few times that however much money they are making probably isn't enough. It takes a special person to that job.

New Day Assisted Living of Elkhorn

4.9
My loved one was a resident at Frontida of Elkhorn. Everything was great for my loved one at this facility. The friendliness and cleanliness were great. The staff and quality of care was great also. I would recommend this facility to others.

Belden review score based on 37 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 37 reviews of 11 Belden memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Belden 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

Belden review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Belden, IL11 facilities
8.9
Richmond, IL8 facilities
8.0
Hebron, IL11 facilities

Review subcategories for Belden 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 37 reviews of 11 Belden memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Belden 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.
Belden, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
4.0
3.9
Staff
4.1
4.1
Meals & dining
3.6
3.8
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
3.6
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Belden memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Belden memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Belden, 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 Belden 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 Belden that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Belden, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
54.5%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.5%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81.8%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
36.4%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.5%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
81.8%
69.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Belden 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 Belden Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Belden, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
54.5%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.4%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.5%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.1%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Belden 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 Belden partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Belden, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.4%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
27.3%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
18.2%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
20.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Belden 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 Belden communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Belden, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.4%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
36.4%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
22.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Belden 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 Belden offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Belden, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
54.5%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.5%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.5%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
81.8%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.6%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
81.8%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.3%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.4%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
63.6%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
54.5%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
36.4%
31.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.6%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Belden

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 Belden protect seniors.
Learn about Illinois memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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