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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Blue Ridge, IL

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Memory care in Blue Ridge 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 Blue Ridge is about $4,787 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 64 communities, read 586 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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We could not be happier with Keystone Senior Living. All of the staff have been wonderful to my parents. The facility is clean and offers everything they need.
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.
A caring community that promotes health, well-being, and independence. Our community offers two lifestyles side by side on the same campus. Keystone Gardens Independent Living has services and amenities that complement an active lifestyle. When additional care or assistance becomes necessary,...
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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.
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, 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.
Photo of Autumn Fields
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.
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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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Photo of Autumn Fields
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.
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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.
Courtyard Estates of Sullivan is a modern, beautiful assisted living community located in the residential neighborhood of Sullivan, Illinois. You'll enjoy our incredible spaces indoors while also spending plenty of time on our outdoor paths and patios or even under the gazebo. And, when you do...
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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.
Castle Manor offers worry-free living, where independence thrives and compassionate care is always nearby. Our beautiful campus offers lovely supportive living options. We welcome you to learn more and visit our community of care, where friendships flourish and families find peace of mind. Live...
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.
Hopedale Commons is conveniently located in the beautiful and peaceful community of Hopedale, Illinois, only 30 minutes from Peoria, Bloomington and Pekin, Illinois.Our well-trained and caring staff truly enjoy working with the elderly. It is not unusual to find a staff member stopping to chat...
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Cost of memory care in Blue Ridge, IL

The average cost of senior living in Blue Ridge is $4,787 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Elliott, IL with an average of $4,104 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Blue Ridge, IL vs. nearby cities

Blue Ridge, IL
$4,787/mo
$4,889/mo

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

Blue Ridge, IL
$4,787/mo
U.S. national average
$4,867/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Blue Ridge vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,787/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Blue Ridge, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$6,019/mo
Studio
$4,945/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,116/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,810/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Blue Ridge over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Blue Ridge

Recent reviews for memory care in Blue Ridge

Sugar Creek Alzheimer's Special Care Center in Normal, IL

5.0
I can't say enough about the great care my husband has received at Sugar Creek. The staff provides great care with a genuine dose of love. Service & care with love is what they provide for the residents

Bickford of Bloomington

5.0
I have never been so happy with a place in my life. Bickford was not initially my first choice. Bickford has been so helpful through the whole 9 month process of moving my mom from a rehab out of state. They have been like a second family to my mom. Just like everyone she is having a hard time ...
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Randall Residence of Decatur

5.0
Everything is wonderful and clean at this community. The staff are very nice and attentive to my aunt and especially in her time of need after losing her dog. My aunt is adjusting well and has gained 10 pounds since staying with the community. My aunt loves the meals provided, she reads me the ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Delicious meals and exceptional dining experiences. Numerous reviews praise the high-quality food offerings at various communities, such as Carriage Crossing and Sugar Creek. Residents look forward to each meal, with personalized accommodations made for dietary restrictions and preferences.
Compassionate and dedicated staff members. Several communities, like Arbor Rose and Brookdale, have received acclaim for their caring and supportive staff members. Families express their gratitude for the long-term relationships formed between residents and caregivers.
Engaging activities tailored to residents' interests. Residents at facilities such as Carriage Crossing and Lincolnshire Place appreciate the diverse range of activities designed to cater to their unique needs and preferences. These activities help promote social interaction and overall well-being.
Spacious and well-maintained living areas. Reviews for communities like Sugar Creek and Arbor Rose highlight the importance of cleanliness and upkeep, both for private rooms and common spaces. This contributes to a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere for residents.
Personalized care plans for memory care patients. Several families share their positive experiences with memory care services at facilities like Amber Glen and Bickford of Bloomington. Staff members are trained to provide individualized attention, ensuring residents receive the care and support they need.
Communication and transparency between staff and families. Clear and consistent communication is a common theme in reviews for communities like Carriage Crossing and Brookdale. Staff members are attentive to families' concerns and keep them informed about their loved ones' care and progress.
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Blue Ridge review score based on 187 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 187 reviews of 60 Blue Ridge memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Blue Ridge 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

Blue Ridge review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Blue Ridge, IL60 facilities
7.6
Mansfield, IL7 facilities
7.7
Bellflower, IL60 facilities

Review subcategories for Blue Ridge 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 187 reviews of 60 Blue Ridge memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Blue Ridge 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.
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Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.0
4.0
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Blue Ridge memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Blue Ridge memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Blue Ridge, 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 Blue Ridge 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 Blue Ridge 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
55%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
18.3%
48.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.7%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15%
28.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.3%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.7%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Blue Ridge 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 Blue Ridge 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
58.3%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.3%
46.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.7%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.3%
26.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Blue Ridge 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 Blue Ridge 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
53.3%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.3%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
35%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.7%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.7%
18.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Blue Ridge 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 Blue Ridge communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
15%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.3%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
38.3%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.3%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Blue Ridge 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 Blue Ridge offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
58.3%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.3%
33.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35%
28.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.3%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.3%
51.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
61%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
39.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.7%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
36.7%
36.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.7%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
41.7%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.3%
46.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 64 memory care facilities near Blue Ridge, Illinois. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Blue Ridge, Illinois are Carriage Crossing Arcola and Sugar Creek Alzheimer's Special Care Center. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 64 memory care facilities near you in Blue Ridge, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Blue Ridge, 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 Blue Ridge, 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 Blue Ridge, Illinois ranges from $1087 to $9961. The average Memory Care cost in Blue Ridge, Illinois is $4,787. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Blue Ridge, Illinois typically starts at $1087. 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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