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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Brookfield, IL

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Memory care in Brookfield 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 Brookfield is about $5,961 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 50 communities, read 1826 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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.
Heritage Woods of Chicago is an affordable assisted living community exclusively designed for low income seniors 65 or older. Fully certified by the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Living, Heritage Woods is located on the west side of Chicago. Heritage Woods is a lovely place to call...
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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.
Carmelite Carefree Village is a retirement residence for men, women and married couples of all faiths and races who are capable of independent living. However, our residents also have access to supportive services for various personal needs. Carefree has 96 motel-style rooms, each with a...
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Cost of memory care in Brookfield, IL

The average cost of senior living in Brookfield is $5,961 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Justice, IL with an average of $5,802 per month.

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

Brookfield, IL
$5,961/mo
$6,000/mo

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

Brookfield, IL
$5,961/mo
U.S. national average
$5,004/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,961/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,711/mo
Studio
$5,829/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,891/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,625/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,853/mo

Senior living costs in Brookfield 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: Brookfield, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBrookfield, ILIllinoisU.S.
Memory Care$5,961/mo$5,390/mo$5,004/mo
Assisted Living$5,935/mo$5,370/mo$4,740/mo
Independent Living$5,991/mo$4,453/mo$4,203/mo
Memory Care
Brookfield, IL:$5,961/mo
Illinois:$5,390/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Assisted Living
Brookfield, IL:$5,935/mo
Illinois:$5,370/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Independent Living
Brookfield, IL:$5,991/mo
Illinois:$4,453/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Memory care costs in Brookfield, IL, over time

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

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Memory care cost trends in Brookfield, IL

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Brookfield 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
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Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Brookfield, IL$7,150/mo$6,681/mo+7.0%
Illinois$7,168/mo$6,812/mo+5.2%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Brookfield, IL
2024 average cost:$7,150/mo
2023 average cost:$6,681/mo
Percent change:+7.0%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$7,168/mo
2023 average cost:$6,812/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Brookfield

Recent reviews for memory care in Brookfield

Royal Estates Assistive Living in Dolton, IL

4.9
We were looking for place for our Mother to live near us. After touring a fair amount of facilities in Southern suburbs, we had almost give up. Then my sister and I found Royal Estates. After meeting with the staff there we thought this might be good fit for Mother. We learned that the services ...
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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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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

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and dedicated staff. Numerous reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, including Terra Vista of Oakbrook Terrace, Harvester Place, and The Indigo at Elmhurst, who go above and beyond to ensure residents' needs are met and provide emotional support.
Engaging activities for memory care residents. Activities are a significant aspect of memory care, and communities such as Sunrise of Westmont, Grace Point Place Memory Care, and Terra Vista of Oakbrook Terrace offer a variety of activities tailored to memory care residents to encourage socialization and cognitive stimulation.
Communication and transparency with families. Families highly value clear and frequent communication with their loved ones and communities, as mentioned in reviews for Harvester Place, Grace Point Place Memory Care, and Sunrise of Westmont.
Plentiful and nutritious meal options. Meals play a crucial role in residents' well-being, with communities like Burr Ridge Senior Living, Terra Vista of Oakbrook Terrace, and The Indigo at Elmhurst offering diverse and delicious meal choices that cater to individual preferences and dietary needs.
Secure and clean living spaces. Reviews for communities such as Harvester Place, Sunrise of Westmont, and Grace Point Place Memory Care highlight the importance of cleanliness and safety, with staff being responsive to maintenance requests and ensuring residents' living spaces are well-maintained.
Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. A welcoming environment is essential for residents' emotional well-being. Reviews for communities like Magnolia Senior Living, Terra Vista of Oakbrook Terrace, and Harvester Place mention the friendly, homelike atmosphere that makes residents feel comfortable and content.
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Brookfield review score based on 369 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 369 reviews of 46 Brookfield memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Brookfield 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

Brookfield review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Brookfield, IL46 facilities
8.3
La Grange Park, IL50 facilities
8.0
Riverside, IL47 facilities

Review subcategories for Brookfield 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 369 reviews of 46 Brookfield memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Brookfield 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.
Brookfield, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.2
4.2
Care services
3.8
3.9
Staff
4.1
4.1
Meals & dining
3.7
3.8
Activities
3.7
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.8
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Brookfield memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Brookfield memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Brookfield, 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 Brookfield 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 Brookfield that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Brookfield, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80.4%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
65.2%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91.3%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
93.5%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
84.8%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43.5%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.5%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.3%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.7%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Brookfield 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 Brookfield Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Brookfield, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.6%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
56.5%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.9%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
34.8%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Brookfield 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 Brookfield partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Brookfield, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
65.2%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
65.2%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
63%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60.9%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
32.6%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Brookfield 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 Brookfield communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Brookfield, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
63%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
76.1%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
60.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.9%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Brookfield 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 Brookfield offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Brookfield, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
80.4%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
65.2%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
63%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
82.6%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
82.6%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
84.8%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
71.7%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
76.1%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
76.1%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
82.6%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
80.4%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
65.2%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
58.7%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
78.3%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Brookfield

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Cantata Adult Life Services a CCRC, Discovery Village Des Plaines and Mercy Circle Senior Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Brookfield, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 50 memory care facilities near Brookfield, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Brookfield, Illinois are Inspirations of Northbrook, Discovery Village Des Plaines and Mercy Circle Senior Living. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 50 memory care facilities near you in Brookfield, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Brookfield, 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 Brookfield, 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 Brookfield, Illinois ranges from $600 to $20350. The average Memory Care cost in Brookfield, Illinois is $5,961. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Brookfield, Illinois typically starts at $600. 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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