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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Ernst, IL
Memory care in Ernst 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 Ernst is about $4,349 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 52 communities, read 199 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Parkview Village is a not-for-profit facility with a warm environment and surrounded by friendly people with Christian values. We operate with integrity in a trust-worthy atmosphere and will strive to provide for the needs of all our residents. Located within the beautiful...
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Cost of memory care in Ernst, IL
The average cost of senior living in Ernst is $4,349 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Palestine, IL with an average of $4,106 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Ernst, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Ernst, IL vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Ernst, IL by room type
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Average cost of Memory Care in Ernst over time
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What families are saying about memory care in Ernst
Recent reviews for memory care in Ernst
Heritage Woods of Charleston
4.9
I have lived here for about a year and a half. I have enjoyed it immensely. Very friendly people live and work here. I recommend it for people 65 years old and older. We get three meals a day plus snacks. We get activities that are great. We have exercise programs for 45 minutes at least 2 times ...
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Brookstone Estates of Olney
3.7
My father felt very isolated there as they did not have many activities he was interested in. He did not like the food but the personnel were friendly to him and helped him to meals and gave him his medications but otherwise he did not see them very often as he did not leave his room. He was 99 ...
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Brookstone Estates Tuscola
4.6
It's a very friendly place. They are very respectful to the residents. And they show true concern and care for them The facility is good. They clean the apartments every week. My loved one likes the food for the most part, although he's not picky. Sometimes it can be tough / hard to eat, ...
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Ernst review score based on 83 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 83 reviews of 52 Ernst memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Ernst 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
Ernst review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Ernst 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 83 reviews of 52 Ernst memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Ernst 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.Ernst, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.8
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.4
Meals & dining
4.3
4.0
Activities
4.4
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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Ernst memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ernst memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ernst, 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 Ernst 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 Ernst 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
34.6%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
9.6%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
86.5%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.2%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
61.5%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.4%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
86.5%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
59.6%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Ernst 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 Ernst 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
51.9%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
19.2%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
26.9%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.7%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ernst 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 Ernst 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
34.6%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.6%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
32.7%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.8%
17.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Ernst 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 Ernst communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36.5%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
28.8%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ernst 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 Ernst offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
30.8%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.9%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.2%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.3%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.7%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.9%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.7%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.3%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
44.2%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
32.7%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.1%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Carriage Crossing Arcola, Villas of Holly Brook Newton and Villas of Holly Brook Effingham are the top-rated memory care facilities near Ernst, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 52 memory care facilities near Ernst, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Ernst, Illinois is Carriage Crossing Arcola. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 52 memory care facilities near you in Ernst, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Ernst, Illinois, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
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The cost of memory care facilities in Ernst, Illinois ranges from $1790 to $8500. The average Memory Care cost in Ernst, Illinois is $4,349. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Ernst, Illinois typically starts at $1790. 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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