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Memory care in Elvira 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 Elvira is about $4,466 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 12 communities, read 117 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Halloween at Hollybrook is a blast for everyone! The kids had such a good time in their costumes. Everyone was so nice and fun and really took the time to talk to the kids as they have them candy! Staff is...
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.
The Villas of Holly Brook is the premier assisted living community in Southern Illinois. We are managed by Meridian Senior Living, a national leader in providing quality care for seniors. The community offers 1BR, 2BR, and 2BR deluxe apartment floor plans. Our staffing includes a 40-hour /week RN...
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We picked this community, because the situation called for someplace close to home.[name removed] at A Place for Mom mentioned Fifth Seasons in Benton and helped us connect with the right person to set up a...
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.
At Fifth Season, our facility design is smaller, in order to provide unique Personal Lifestyle Programs that are intended to instill a feeling of self worth and value to our residents. Specifically, our programming is designed to provide quality of life and slow the aging process. Alzheimer's...
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They are so thoughtful and caring and made sure the whole family was comfortable through a very difficult time. I would recommend to others
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.
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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.
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
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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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One of the best facilities in the area. It has the feel of a resort instead of an assisted living facility. The staff is awesome. The food is wonderful. They use fresh food not just heat and serve from a...
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.
Memory Care Coming Soon! Wait list now forming. Sunshine Gardens is one of the largest independently owned assisted living facilities in Southern Illinois offering full spectrum of services at an affordable fee. We recognize that each individual has his or her own personal needs and we focus on...
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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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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.
Experience exceptional care in a warm, home-like environment. Our mission is to provide a fulfilling and safe life for your loved ones, with personalized attention and specialized memory care.At Century Assisted Living, our specialization in memory care is one feature that sets us apart from...
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The staff at this community are friendly and helpful. She loves the food and they keep the community clean. They offer daily activities. I would have to say the administration is a two. If the nurses need...
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.
Carbondale, Illinois is known for its community celebrations. Prairie Living at Chautauqua is an assisted living community whose residents have abundant opportunities for activities and community involvement, as well as a variety of religious and spiritual options. Known as 'Town of Poets' due to...
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Cost of memory care in Elvira, IL

The average cost of senior living in Elvira is $4,466 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ullin, IL with an average of $3,234 per month.

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

Elvira, IL
$4,466/mo
$4,466/mo
$4,466/mo

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

Elvira, IL
$4,466/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,466/mo

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

Studio
$5,450/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,525/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,075/mo

Senior living costs in Elvira 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: Elvira, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElvira, ILIllinoisU.S.
Memory Care$4,466/mo$5,390/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$4,466/mo$5,370/mo$4,698/mo
Independent Living$4,327/mo$4,453/mo$4,153/mo
Memory Care
Elvira, IL:$4,466/mo
Illinois:$5,390/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Elvira, IL:$4,466/mo
Illinois:$5,370/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Independent Living
Elvira, IL:$4,327/mo
Illinois:$4,453/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Elvira

Recent reviews for memory care in Elvira

The Landings at Reed Station Crossing in Carbondale, IL

3.9
The staff are usually great and I'm sure not appreciated enough for all they do. Sometimes there is not enough staff though. There are several events offered, but some residents seem to get left out. The food has a good variety, but is questionable at times. Rolls or bread should be offered ...
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Reflections Memory Care - Carterville

4.6
Everyone is personable and demonstrate a sincere approach with my mother. They care about their patients like it is their parent. I am very fortunate to find such a wonderful place for my mother.

Sunshine Gardens in Marion, IL

5.0
We have been very pleased with them. The food is really good there. We have eaten there like 3 or 4 times and have enjoyed it every time, it's all home cooked. It's open and airy, with a Florida resort feel, and she really liked that, it's one of the reasons we chose them.

Elvira review score based on 60 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 60 reviews of 10 Elvira memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Elvira 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

Elvira review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Elvira, IL10 facilities
8.3
Buncombe, IL13 facilities
8.3
Goreville, IL13 facilities

Review subcategories for Elvira 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 60 reviews of 10 Elvira memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Elvira 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.
Elvira, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.1
Friendliness
4.8
4.2
Care services
4.7
3.9
Staff
4.7
4.1
Meals & dining
4.1
3.8
Activities
4.3
3.7
Value for cost*
4.1
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Elvira memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elvira memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elvira, 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 Elvira 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 Elvira that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Elvira, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
10%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
10%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
90%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
10%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
69.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Elvira 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 Elvira Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Elvira, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elvira 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 Elvira partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elvira, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Elvira 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 Elvira communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elvira, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
39.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elvira 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 Elvira offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elvira, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
44.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Elvira

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