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5 Best Memory Care Facilities in Dow, IL
Memory care in Dow 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 Dow is about $4,564 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 5 communities, read 63 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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44 Floor plans available
9.2
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24 reviews
I would recommend without hesitation. The amount of care received , especially for the cost, is exceptional. My mother is blind and therefore a high maintence resident. The staff is very friendly and appear...
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 Charter Senior Living of Godfrey we provide truly person-directed care, taking the time to know and work with each resident as an individual and providing them with care that’s as unique as they are. Whether in Assisted Living or Memory Care, our caring, compassionate staff, first-rate...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.0
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11 reviews
I would highly recommend San Gabriel Memory Care Godfrey. The staff is nice, friendly, and respectable. It seemed like everything was well cleaned and the food seemed good. I wish my loved one would have...
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.
San Gabriel Memory Care is a family owned and operated assisted living community dedicated to serving the unique needs of adults with Alzheimer’s and other memory-related illnesses. Our approach is to assist residents on their individual “daily walks” by incorporating personally relevant...
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33 Floor plans available
8.9
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27 reviews
My parents are currently residents at Cedarhurst of Godfrey. We initially had some issues with prescriptions. They also have staffing issues. Although I haven't eaten there, my parents say that the food is...
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.
Thank you for your interest in Cedarhurst at Godfrey!Cedarhurst at Godfrey is an assisted living community in Godfrey, Illinois. Godfrey offers residents the best of Midwestern living with scenic trails, fine shopping, eclectic dining and warm, welcoming people. Located in the St. Louis metro...
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We are very impressed with where our loved one is at, the appearance and the smell of the community really stood out to us. As an inspector for the state, we could tell the maintenance team is on top of...
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.
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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Cost of memory care in Dow, IL
The average cost of senior living in Dow is $4,564 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kane, IL with an average of $4,002 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Dow, IL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Dow
Recent reviews for memory care in Dow
St. Andrew's Assisted Living of Bridgeton
5.0
We are so thankful for and pleased with St. Andrews. They have been very caring and helpful. I appreciate the time they take to educate us on items, when needed. They always reassure when calling that nothing's urgent, but just wanting to share information. It's comforting to know my Dad is in a ...
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Villages of St. Peters Memory Care in Saint Peters, MO
5.0
I cannot say enough nice things about the Villagers of St. Peter's. My mom's over all care was exceptional. My sister and I received help as well with better instructions on how to deal with mom's mental challenges. My mother passed away in [date removed]v and they again were a great help with ...
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Assisted Living at The Meadowlands in O'Fallon, MO
4.9
[name removed] was wonderufl-kind, professional, and very helpful. The staff that helped my dad while here were a blessing and wonderful. God provides.
Dow memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dow memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dow, 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 Dow 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 Dow 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
60%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Dow 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 Dow 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
80%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
40%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dow 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 Dow 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
60%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
80%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
60%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
80%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
17.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Dow 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 Dow communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
40%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
60%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dow 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 Dow offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
33.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
20%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Clarendale of St. Peters, The Boulevard of St. Charles Senior Living and Brookdale Creve Coeur are the top-rated memory care facilities near Dow, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 5 memory care facilities near Dow, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Dow, Illinois is Clarendale of St. Peters. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 5 memory care facilities near you in Dow, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Dow, 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 Dow, 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 Dow, Illinois ranges from $1 to $10272. The average Memory Care cost in Dow, Illinois is $4,564. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Dow, Illinois typically starts at $1. 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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Memory Care in Cities Near Dow
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- Edwardsville, Illinois
- St. Peters, Missouri
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- Godfrey, Illinois
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- Alton, Illinois
- Jerseyville, Illinois
- Maryland Heights, Missouri
- All Saints Village, Missouri
- Bridgeton, Missouri
- Bethalto, Illinois
- King, Illinois
- Eldred, Illinois
- Olivette, Missouri
- Granite City, Illinois
- Wood River, Illinois
- Hillsdale, Missouri
- Bunker Hill, Illinois
- Kane, Illinois
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