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Memory care in Dunham Castle 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 Dunham Castle is about $6,179 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 31 communities, read 1409 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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I would recommend to others for short term stay if they were mobile. My MIL fell out of bed because they couldn't use the side rail and the bed was high. They were very good with her and took good care of...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
Overview of Autumn Leaves of St. Charles, IL At Autumn Leaves of St. Charles, we provide a variety of community amenities. Our purpose-built community offers the benefit of individualized care; every aspect of the community is designed to cater to the particular needs of its residents. Dining...
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I love this place!!!.. This is the second time my mom has been here and the staff is sooo accommodating and they make the process so non stressful.. the rooms are so nice!!... the food is great!!..From the...
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.
The Heritage Woods affordable assisted lifestyle community has compassionately served adults 65 and older of all incomes who may need some help to maintain their independence since the community opened for occupancy in 2003. We provide a wonderful alternative to a nursing home or the lonely...
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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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My mother had Alzheimer's. She stayed at The Vines. First I should say that the owners are personal friends of mine for over 40 years. But don't write off my review. The owners are not some big...
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, 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.
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Windsor Park Rehab is the best facility by far, staff is so genuinely caring and their team is always available to speak to family at all times, always keeping you updated on your loved ones. Will highly...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
A nationally accredited lifecare retirement community set on an impeccably manicured 60-acre campus, Windsor Park Manor offers the tranquility and charm of a country home. We offer the largest variety of retirement lifestyles and services in Chicago’s western suburbs— a residential style for...
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Cost of memory care in Dunham Castle, IL

The average cost of senior living in Dunham Castle is $6,179 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Aurora, IL with an average of $6,044 per month.

Memory care costs in Dunham Castle, IL, vs. nearby cities

Dunham Castle, IL
$6,179/mo
$6,209/mo

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

Dunham Castle, IL
$6,179/mo
U.S. national average
$4,954/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,179/mo

Memory care costs in Dunham Castle, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,671/mo
Studio
$6,133/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,486/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,364/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,763/mo

Senior living costs in Dunham Castle 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: Dunham Castle, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDunham Castle, ILIllinoisU.S.
Memory Care$6,179/mo$5,398/mo$4,954/mo
Assisted Living$6,113/mo$5,378/mo$4,703/mo
Independent Living$6,408/mo$4,459/mo$4,160/mo
Memory Care
Dunham Castle, IL:$6,179/mo
Illinois:$5,398/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Assisted Living
Dunham Castle, IL:$6,113/mo
Illinois:$5,378/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Independent Living
Dunham Castle, IL:$6,408/mo
Illinois:$4,459/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Memory care costs in Dunham Castle, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Dunham Castle 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.
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Dunham Castle, IL$8,179/mo$7,698/mo+6.2%
Illinois$7,168/mo$6,812/mo+5.2%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Dunham Castle, IL
2024 average cost:$8,179/mo
2023 average cost:$7,698/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
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 Dunham Castle

Recent reviews for memory care in Dunham Castle

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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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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Victory Centre of Elk Grove in Elk Grove Village, IL

5.0
My brother lives in Victory Centre of Elk Grove Village, IL. I visit him frequently and I have found it to be Clean, Friendly and warm. The Staff from Administration to Nursing, Dining, and Maintence are all warm and caring, they know the residents' names, are respectful and always willing ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and attentive staff. Several reviews praise the kindness and compassion of the staff at different communities. For instance, at The Sheridan at Tyler Creek, the staff is described as having a 'warm and friendly' demeanor and 'going above and beyond' to ensure residents feel comfortable and cared for. At The Indig ...
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Varied activities for residents. Various activities are mentioned in the reviews as a popular feature among residents and their families. At Encore at South Barrington, residents enjoy daily crafts, baking activities, and memory games, while at Westbrook Senior Living, there are regular bingo and trivia nights, music events ...
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Welcoming and homely atmosphere. Some reviews emphasize the importance of a warm and welcoming atmosphere in their loved ones' communities. At Arden Courts Elk Grove, A Memory Care Community, the 'homey' setting and 'cheerful' staff leave residents feeling content and at ease. The facilities themselves are praised for being c ...
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Flexible and accommodating care plans. Families appreciate the ability to customize care plans to fit their loved ones' unique needs. At Eden Vista Hoffman Estates, one family chose the community because it allowed their mother to 'age in place' and receive care as her condition changed. At Autumn Leaves of St. Charles, the staff ...
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Excellent communication between staff and families. Clear communication between staff and families is mentioned in several reviews as crucial to their peace of mind. At White Oaks of Spring Street, the family was praised for their 'amazing support' and 'constant updates' on their mother's condition. At Encore at South Barrington, the director ...
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High staff-to-resident ratio. A high staff-to-resident ratio is highlighted in some reviews as essential for ensuring proper care and attention. At Encore at South Barrington, the small setting and the staff's ability to 'keep an eye on everyone' is emphasized, while at Arden Courts Elk Grove, A Memory Care Community, th ...
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Dunham Castle review score based on 253 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 253 reviews of 28 Dunham Castle memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dunham Castle 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

Dunham Castle review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Dunham Castle, IL28 facilities
8.5
Wayne, IL35 facilities
7.9
St. Charles, IL29 facilities

Review subcategories for Dunham Castle 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 253 reviews of 28 Dunham Castle memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Dunham Castle 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
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
4.2
Care services
4.0
3.9
Staff
4.4
4.1
Meals & dining
4.0
3.8
Activities
4.0
3.7
Value for cost*
4.0
3.8
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Dunham Castle memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dunham Castle memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dunham Castle, 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 Dunham Castle 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 Dunham Castle 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
75%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
64.3%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.9%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.4%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
78.6%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
39.3%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.9%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.7%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
82.1%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dunham Castle 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 Dunham Castle 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
82.1%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
67.9%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.4%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
32.1%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dunham Castle 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 Dunham Castle 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
46.4%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
67.9%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
57.1%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60.7%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
35.7%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Dunham Castle 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 Dunham Castle communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
60.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
64.3%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dunham Castle 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 Dunham Castle offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
82.1%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
53.6%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
85.7%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
78.6%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
71.4%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
67.9%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60.7%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
78.6%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
78.6%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
57.1%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
39.3%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
67.9%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Dunham Castle

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Encore Village of Schaumburg, a CCRC, Brookdale Glen Ellyn and Encore at South Barrington are the top-rated memory care facilities near Dunham Castle, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 31 memory care facilities near Dunham Castle, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Dunham Castle, Illinois are Inspirations of Northbrook, Discovery Village Des Plaines and Clarendale of Algonquin. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 31 memory care facilities near you in Dunham Castle, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Dunham Castle, 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 Dunham Castle, 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 Dunham Castle, Illinois ranges from $600 to $20350. The average Memory Care cost in Dunham Castle, Illinois is $6,179. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Dunham Castle, 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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