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Memory care in Helmar 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 Helmar is about $7,913 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 266 communities, read 11165 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Joliet, Oswego and Plainfield.

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The staff at Prairie Pointe are very efficient, capable, and caring towards their residents. Any questions we have had are answered in a timely manner. Family access to visit residents is excellent. The...
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.
From personalized assisted senior living to day care services, we offer expansive services, inspirational programs and tasteful environments where seniors thrive. Prairie Pointe leads the way in meeting the changing needs of senior adults and their families. We are dedicated to providing world-...
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55 Floor plans available
9.6
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95 reviews
9.6
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5 on all. I am very pleased with the interaction with them. I live 4.5 hours away and was notified of power outages due to storms. They are all friendly and helpful when I contact them anytime. Mom set up a...
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.
American House Cedarlake is a pet-friendly independent living and assisted living community for seniors in the greater Chicago area. For those who want to enjoy their retirement in the comfort and privacy of their own one-bedroom or two-bedroom apartment without the fuss of home ownership and...
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2121 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.6
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109 reviews
9.6
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I have been here for 1 year. I am very happy here. from the executive director to the life enrichment director to all the staff and chef and wellness director. They are so friendly and will help with my...
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Bolingbrook! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we strive to make...
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9.6
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It is pleasant here. Residents are friendly and staff is considerate, responsive, and caring. I would recommend it to others. Our story is not like those online or most people here. I found The Sheridan at...
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.
Start living an upscale lifestyle in the spring of 2021 at The Sheridan at Oak Brook. Learn about our exclusive Diamond Charter Membership!The Sheridan at Oak Brook is located in one of Chicago’s most fancied neighborhoods. Part of the Signature Collection at Senior Lifestyle, this community...
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33 Floor plans available
9.6
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161 reviews
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I chose Brookdale/Discovery Village independent living for my 87 yr old Dad based on a referral from A Place For Mom. [Name Removed] was super helpful and kind when I did the tour. She answered all my...
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.
When it comes to home upkeep, less is more.Our community, located next door to a golf course and across the street from Arthur L. Janura Forest Preserve, has both independent living and assisted living so you’ll have care options if you need more care later.When something needs to be fixed,...
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The staff is friendly, the rooms are beautiful. Constant activities and outings. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
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.
The new Lombard Place Assisted Living and Memory Care in Lombard, IL is the perfect alternative for seniors who value their independence but still need some help from time to time. Carefully designed and professionally managed, Lombard Place features beautiful apartments in a home-like setting....
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9.6
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Facilities were good size and kept very clean. Food was very good. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one. However this is the only place I visited but we were...
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.
Welcome to HarborChase of Naperville Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Here, you’ll discover stimulating activities, customized programs, innovative health services and generous amenities, along with a welcome abundance of Midwestern charm. We offer a large variety of spacious and...
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What we like the most about the community is how friendly the management and staff are. They go further to make sure that they are doing what they promised to do.
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.
The Auberge at Naperville is a neighborhood specially designed to serve the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer's disease, dementia and other forms of memory loss. Every day we make it a goal to go above and beyond to enrich the lives of our residents. The staff is committed to delivering...
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The staff that works with the patient are phenomenal. The front office staff are pleasant and friendly. The cleaning staff are always friendly and cleaning every time I visit. The rooms are small but I...
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.
For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
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88 Floor plans available
9.5
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I'd rate everything at Atria a 5, except for cost. They've had nearly 12% increases each year for the last 2 years. That's unsustainable over the long haul. All other services are excellent: nursing staff,...
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.
Located in a residential neighborhood only minutes from Wheaton, Atria Park of Glen Ellyn offers all the benefits of living in a vibrant, supportive community, with the discreet support of a care staff close at hand. Without the worries of chores and home maintenance, residents are free to pursue...
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9.5
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Dining room staff is not real friendly. Mom complains about the food a lot. Meats fatty. Stew looks like dog food. Salads look like they were already picked at. That type of thing. She is also very...
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Naperville! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include independent living, enhanced living, assisted living, memory care and respite care....
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Terra Vista of Oak Brook Terrace would be a 5! What a difference of a privately owned company who doesn't use any agencies to source their staff. They are all hand picked to ensure they have the "care giving...
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.
Terra Vista of Oakbrook Terrace is changing the view on Alzheimer's care. We have recognized that a diagnosis of dementia for a loved one is a diagnosis for the whole family. We believe that keeping a family connected is imperative to not only providing the best possible, personalized care to the...
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9.5
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I would definitely recommend 3oaks. They have taken good care of my Dad. 3 things stood out, the cleanliness, staffing ratios, the staff
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.
Three Oaks is the premier assisted living community in Cary, Illinois just north of the Fox River. We offer Assisted Living and Dementia/Memory Care. This newly built retirement community will begin welcoming residents in Spring 2012.We know how difficult change can be, especially for seniors, so...
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You should be aware that Lexington was sold to the Citrine Investment Group and will be run by Certus Living as of 5/1/2026. No immediate changes in staffing or procedures are initially planned. Some...
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.
At Lexington Square Lombard a CCRC, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. We offer free high speed internet. Free resident parking and guest parking available at our location. All...
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The staff is very caring and friendly. They understand her individual needs and have tried to tailor her day to day to fit her needs. The building is kept very clean and well kept. Overall she is very happy.
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.
You can trust that your loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia is in good hands at family-owned and operated Encore at Bolingbrook, Illinois, assisted living memory care. We focus exclusively on memory care, providing care that's based on the most up-to-date research, for our residents with...
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9.4
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The staff is very caring and considerate towards my dad and my whole family. They are understanding of the adjustment period for everyone involved and are willing to discuss and address concerns
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.
LUXURY COMES STANDARD AT THE RADCLIFF...Our spacious apartments, stunning community rooms and exciting social events reflect this!From the unique roof top patio and resident greenhouse, the cafe and inviting library, to the movie theater and inspring art studio, The Radcliff offers endless...
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9.4
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There is always room for improvement. The rooms are decently sized, clean. Lots of activities for joiners. Care is good. They communicate well with families. Food is good. I would highly recommend Storypoint
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Romeoville! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include independent living, enhanced living, assisted living and memory care. Throughout each...
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I would definitely recommend Eden Vista to others! I loved how there was 24/7 nurse care. My sister and I felt comfortable with the staff knowing they helped my dad with his medication throughout the day,...
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.
Eden Vista Rock Run is a premier assisted living and memory care community located in the heart of Joliet, Illinois. We offer a variety of spacious, comfortable floor plans designed to feel like home, along with engaging daily programming that supports wellness of the body, mind, and spirit —...
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9.4
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My mom is well taken care of and they communicate well. Always have clean rooms. I would recommend them to others who are searching for care for their loved one.
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.
Imagine a warm and friendly community with a small-town feel, where making friends is easy, and people care about and help each other. Located in Bartlett, Illinois on 41 acres of wetlands and rolling woodlands we offer the ideal location to appreciate the calm beauty of nature while still...
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9.4
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Overall 5 stars. The staff was for the most part fantastic..it's a tough job and was also impressed by the lack of staff turnover.
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.
Bloomingdale's finest memory care community is open now! Lakeview Memory Care Community is home to 65 residents who may require services related to memory loss. Lakeview Memory Care provides on-site licensed nurses 24 hours a day, hourly and respite care, as well as our Living Well Program. The...
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The staff and caregivers are so compassionate and thoughtful it has made a difficult time easier. Everyone takes time and shows genuine empathy to the families who live there. My parent enjoys the food and...
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.
You can trust that your loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia is in good hands at Encore at South Barrington memory care assisted living in South Barrington, Illinois. We focus exclusively on memory care, providing care that is based on the most up-to-date research, for our residents with...
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9.4
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Most of the staff are caring and supportive a few show that they hate their job. Rocky start but has improved must give it time for love one to settle in.
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.
Church Creek, ideal for seniors who value their independence and appreciate the good life, is an independent full-service community conveniently located next to Northwest Community Hospital. Our community features a comfortable lifestyle, superb amenities and the highest standards of hospitality...
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All the staff quickly learned our family's names .They are constantly cleaning the common areas to keep it sanitized and tidy. They really embrace a team effort at Encore. ALL the staff are there to assist...
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.
Building on a tradition of excellence, Encore at Crystal Lake features the highest quality of care, but also an outstanding quality of life.At Encore at Crystal Lake the joy of life is plain to see. For all those in our care, we are dedicated to creating a sensitive, nurturing and comfortable...
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Because it was clean, odor-free and the staff were very nice. I would recommend Arden. But my experience with them was limited because my husband died there within a few weeks.
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.
Arden Courts of Palos Heights is a Memory Care Assisted Living community dedicated to caring for individuals living with various forms of memory impairment and dementia. Located near the corner of Southwest Highway and College Drive, our community has been serving Palos Heights and the...
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9.4
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One word "IMPECCABLE". The level of excellence that Bethlehem Woods have from the entry staff ([name removed]) to the custodial staff ([Name Removed]) and the maintenance engineer ( I can't remember his...
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.
Bethlehem Woods Retirement Community offers 270 spacious independent living residences and 64 licensed assisted living apartments in a variety of floor plans. Independent living amenities include: restaurant-style dinner served daily, 24-hour staff and emergency call system, Wellness Clinic and...

Cost of memory care in Helmar, IL

The average cost of senior living in Helmar is $7,913 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Joliet, IL with an average of $6,983 per month.

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

Helmar, IL
$7,913/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$7,913/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,711/mo
Studio
$8,094/mo
1 Bedroom
$9,167/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,469/mo

Senior living costs in Helmar 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: Helmar, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHelmar, ILIllinoisU.S.
Memory Care$7,913/mo$7,681/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$6,613/mo$6,329/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$3,395/mo$3,342/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Helmar, IL:$7,913/mo
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Helmar, IL:$6,613/mo
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Helmar, IL:$3,395/mo
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Helmar, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Helmar 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.

Helmar, ILIL stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Helmar, IL

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Helmar 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 average 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
Helmar, IL$7,411/mo$7,127/mo+4.0%
Illinois$7,236/mo$6,979/mo+3.7%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Helmar, IL
2024 average cost:$7,411/mo
2023 average cost:$7,127/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$7,236/mo
2023 average cost:$6,979/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in Helmar

Recent reviews for memory care in Helmar

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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Brookdale Orland Park

4.7
I've had a limited amount of experience with this type of thing, but we did have our loved one at another place, and we like Brookdale better. Brookdale costs a little less, which we appreciate, and they're also friendlier. They're very nice here. I haven't noticed any smells or anything ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and compassionate staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and dedication of the staff in various communities, such as Arden Courts South Holland, A Memory Care Community, Sunrise of Schaumburg, and Arden Courts Glen Ellyn, A Memory Care Community, who go above and beyond to ensure residents feel valued and comfort ...
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Secure and homelike environments. Residents and their families appreciate the sense of safety and familiarity in communities like Terra Vista of Oakbrook Terrace, The Reserve at Oswego, and Encore at South Barrington, where secure environments allow for peace of mind while still maintaining a warm and welcoming atmosphere. ...
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Individualized care for residents. Reviews for The Landings Senior Living, Porter Place Memory Care, and Encore at South Barrington highlight the attentiveness of staff to each resident's unique needs and preferences, enabling personalized care plans and activities tailored to their interests.
Engaging activities for memory care residents. Memory care communities, such as Clarendale of Addison, Arden Courts South Holland, A Memory Care Community, and Clarendale Six Corners, offer a variety of activities designed to engage and stimulate residents, fostering socialization and cognitive engagement.
Thorough communication between staff and families. Families at communities like Terra Vista of Oakbrook Terrace, Charter Senior Living of Hazel Crest, and Westbrook Senior Living appreciate the open and consistent communication between staff and loved ones, ensuring everyone is informed and involved in their care.
High-quality meals and dining experiences. Meals are a highlight in many communities, such as Alto Wheaton, Discovery Commons Orland Park, and Bardwell Residences, where the quality and variety of food offerings contribute to residents' overall satisfaction and well-being.
AI generated from the text of family reviews

Helmar review score based on 2,252 family reviews

8.5
Review score253 facilities2252 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 2252 reviews of 253 Helmar memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Helmar 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

Helmar review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Helmar, IL253 facilities
8.7
Aurora, IL0 facilities
8.5
Joliet, IL0 facilities

Review subcategories for Helmar 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 2,252 reviews of 253 Helmar memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Helmar 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.
Helmar, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
3.8
Friendliness
3.9
3.9
Care services
3.6
3.6
Staff
3.8
3.8
Meals & dining
3.6
3.5
Activities
3.6
3.4
Value for cost*
3.6
3.5
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Helmar memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Helmar memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Helmar, 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 Helmar 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 Helmar that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Helmar, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
74.4%
63.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
63.4%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.1%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.5%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
85.8%
69.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.3%
28.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.1%
89.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.8%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.8%
69.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Helmar 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 Helmar Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Helmar, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
74%
72.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
56.7%
45.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.2%
67.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.6%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Helmar 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 Helmar partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Helmar, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
57.9%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.8%
44.6%
No sugar
No sugar
59.1%
41.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.3%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
31.1%
22.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Helmar 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 Helmar communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Helmar, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
59.8%
32%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
71.3%
39.9%
Room service
Room service
50.4%
37.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.4%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Helmar 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 Helmar offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Helmar, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
78%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
56.7%
33%
Community service programs
Community service programs
56.3%
28.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80.7%
53.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
79.9%
50.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
85%
59.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
67.7%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
69.7%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.9%
36.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
78.3%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
78.7%
47.1%
Dances
Dances
55.5%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46.9%
22.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75.2%
46%
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State regulations for memory care in Helmar

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Inspirations of Northbrook, Discovery Village Des Plaines and The Timbers of Shorewood are the top-rated memory care facilities near Helmar, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 266 memory care facilities near Helmar, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Helmar, Illinois are Discovery Village Des Plaines, The Timbers of Shorewood and Clarendale of Algonquin. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 266 memory care facilities near you in Helmar, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Helmar, 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 Helmar, 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 Helmar, Illinois ranges from $2766 to $15775. The average Memory Care cost in Helmar, Illinois is $7,913. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Helmar, Illinois typically starts at $2766. 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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