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Memory care in Dorsey 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 Dorsey is about $5,005 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 195 communities, read 3494 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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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.
Photo of Montgomery Terrace
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.
Photo of Residential Living Center Inc
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.
Photo of Willowbrook Alzheimer and Dementia Care Residences Vandalia
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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.
Welcome to Willowbrook! Our homes have been designed to provide care and support to your loved ones while promoting dignity and independence. We have been providing award winning memory care for over 10 years, care that celebrates each resident’s abilities. Each home accommodates 12-14...
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Cost of memory care in Dorsey, IL

The average cost of senior living in Dorsey is $5,005 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bethalto, IL with an average of $4,723 per month.

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

Dorsey, IL
$5,005/mo
$4,723/mo

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

Dorsey, IL
$5,005/mo
U.S. national average
$5,016/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,005/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,268/mo
Studio
$5,193/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,047/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,809/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,403/mo

Senior living costs in Dorsey 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: Dorsey, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDorsey, ILIllinoisU.S.
Memory Care$5,005/mo$5,427/mo$5,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,019/mo$5,407/mo$4,750/mo
Independent Living$3,733/mo$4,485/mo$4,213/mo
Memory Care
Dorsey, IL:$5,005/mo
Illinois:$5,427/mo
U.S.:$5,016/mo
Assisted Living
Dorsey, IL:$5,019/mo
Illinois:$5,407/mo
U.S.:$4,750/mo
Independent Living
Dorsey, IL:$3,733/mo
Illinois:$4,485/mo
U.S.:$4,213/mo
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Memory care costs in Dorsey, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Dorsey 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 Dorsey, IL

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Dorsey 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
Dorsey, IL$6,092/mo$5,626/mo+8.3%
Illinois$7,175/mo$6,812/mo+5.3%
National$6,485/mo$6,145/mo+5.5%
Dorsey, IL
2024 average cost:$6,092/mo
2023 average cost:$5,626/mo
Percent change:+8.3%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$7,175/mo
2023 average cost:$6,812/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
National
2024 average cost:$6,485/mo
2023 average cost:$6,145/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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What families are saying about memory care in Dorsey

Recent reviews for memory care in Dorsey

Autumn View Gardens, Assisted Living and Memory Care in Ellisville, MO

4.7
My wife is very happy here. The staff is always very friendly and caring to the residents and the family - I know it can be a hard job so I really appreciate them. I have been here for meal times and the food looks to be good. I would absolutely recommend Autumn View Gardens to others. ...
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Twin Oaks at Heritage Pointe in Wentzville, MO

5.0
The owners of Twin Oaks are generous, family-oriented persons. They care about the physical, emotional and spiritual well-being of the residents. And they instill these values in their staff, who are helpful, friendly and professional. The result is an environment that fosters a true sense of ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Competent and well-trained caregivers. Several reviews highlight the importance of competent and well-trained caregivers in ensuring the safety and well-being of loved ones. At Barathaven Memory Care, the staff's dedication and attentiveness to the residents' needs is noted, while Kinwell at Sunset Hills mentions the staff's unde ...
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Communication between families and staff. Clear and frequent communication between families and staff is crucial in maintaining trust and ensuring the best care for loved ones. Facilities like Dougherty Ferry Assisted Living and Memory Care and NHC Place Saint Peters Memory Care are praised for their responsiveness and openness to a ...
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Engaging activities for residents. Meaningful and engaging activities provide residents with opportunities to socialize and stay active. Communities such as American House Wildwood Village and Autumn View Gardens, Assisted Living and Memory Care offer various activities, including outings and hobbies, to keep residents engage ...
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High-quality dining experiences. Well-prepared and delicious meals are an important aspect of daily life for seniors. Residents at Fairmont on Clayton and San Gabriel Memory Care Godfrey express their satisfaction with the food, noting that accommodations are made for dietary preferences and restrictions.
Proper maintenance and upkeep of facilities. Residents at Sunrise of Chesterfield and The Vero of O'Fallon appreciate clean and well-maintained facilities, with particular mention of cleanliness and upkeep of living spaces, ensuring a comfortable and inviting environment.
Access to health care services on-site. Having health care services readily available can provide peace of mind for families and residents. Facilities like Clarendale Clayton and Creve Coeur Assisted Living offer on-site health care services, making it easier for residents to receive care when needed.
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Dorsey review score based on 944 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 944 reviews of 180 Dorsey memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dorsey 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

Dorsey review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Dorsey, IL180 facilities
8.6
Bunker Hill, IL7 facilities
8.8
Bethalto, IL12 facilities

Review subcategories for Dorsey 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 944 reviews of 180 Dorsey memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Dorsey 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.
Dorsey, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.2
Care services
3.5
3.9
Staff
3.8
4.1
Meals & dining
3.5
3.8
Activities
3.6
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.8
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Dorsey memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dorsey memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dorsey, 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 Dorsey 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 Dorsey that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dorsey, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
60.6%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.6%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.6%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.4%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.2%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.6%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.8%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.6%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.6%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dorsey 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 Dorsey Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dorsey, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61.1%
71.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.2%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.6%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.2%
25.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dorsey 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 Dorsey partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dorsey, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
46.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.2%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
47.2%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.6%
49.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.8%
20.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Dorsey 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 Dorsey communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dorsey, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.3%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
47.2%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
35%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dorsey 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 Dorsey offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dorsey, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
61.1%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.7%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.6%
50.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.2%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.1%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.9%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
51.7%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.2%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
58.9%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
41.7%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.3%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.1%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Dorsey

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