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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Marengo, IL

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

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 340 communities, read 12231 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Rockford, Crystal Lake and Elgin.

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Far better care than I thought my mother would receive. Whole family very appreciative of how well they cared for her and the other pts. They were attentive and kind. Also very clean without usual LTC...
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.
The Courts of Waterford in Aurora, DuPage County, Illinois is an assisted living community specializing in memory care. Our tranquil community offers a nurturing environment and all the comforts of home. From the flowing waters of our fountain to the luxury hotel style setting, our 38-arce...
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We chose this community because she had lots of friends there and the care she needs are here too. This is in a brand new building and is beautiful and stays clean all the time.My sister is thriving here...
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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We are at the beginning of this journey, and Arbor Terrace has been a wonderful start. Because I live many miles and states away, I had to rely on internet research, phone conversations, a virtual tour, and...
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.
Located in the Village of Glenview on the North Shore, Arbor Terrace Glenview is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being. For people living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia, Arbor Terrace Glenview a...
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The staff have been very helpful and mom is getting a lot of attention. This community is the size of a large ranch house and mom likes this. The food is good, healthy and made fresh. The community is well...
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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.
Our beautiful Memory Care residence in Janesville provides dignified, quality care for seniors who can no longer live alone because of dementia and other forms of memory loss. Our programs are designed to help those with cognitive needs providing a safe, nurturing and secure home environment. We...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
The Brant at Oswego is located in Oswego, IL and our community offers the feeling we all desire in a home. It’s welcoming, caring, and beautifully kept all within a luxury setting. Nestled in Kendall County, you’ll find attractions such as Keller’s Farm Stand, Fox Valley Winery, Hudson Crossing...
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What we like the most about the community is just everything. Our loved one is happy there and we would definitely recommend Bridgeway of Bensenville to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
Bridgeway of Bensenville features independent living homes and apartments offering a worry-free lifestyle. Additionally, Bridgeway of Bensenville offers various levels of assisted living and memory care to those that require more help with daily activities.Lifestyle Amenities:Choice of large...
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After touring several communities, this was the only community we felt love as we walked through the building. The staff are kind, caring and treat the patients as family. Moving my mom into Northbrook Inn...
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.
Northbrook Inn, part of the Koelsch Senior Communities, and family owned since 1958 is located in the village of Northbrook. The single-story memory care community in the Pointe Drive neighborhood is considered by many to be a retiree's dream neighborhood as it is peaceful and quiet, close to...
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This is the place to go for a community for your loved one. The meals are gourmet and as much as the residents want, and the meals are served in a beautiful dining room. The community has lots of...
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.
Arbor Terrace Highland Park is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle and experience greater well-being. The community offers spacious studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, most with a kitchenette. Residents enjoy amenities including...
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As a guardian I needed a place that would work with Medicaid, [name removed] (manager) has been very nice and easy to work with. No surprises. there is a new ownership but so far it's ok.
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 Downers Grove Senior Living, we believe that independence and support can go hand in hand.Our Assisted Living community is designed for older adults who value their autonomy but appreciate a helping hand with daily activities. Residents enjoy a vibrant lifestyle in a welcoming environment,...
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I would say that it was a wonderful place for parents on fixed income. And even if you are private pay they provide a ton of activities and access. It is located in a great spot as well within reach of...
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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.
Lacey Creek is a highly rated assisted living community in the greater Chicago area for seniors 65 and over. We offer a wide range of amenities and services so our residents feel right at home as they make new friends and engage in social and wellness programs. They can enjoy a maintenance-free...
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Photo of Our House Senior Living Memory Care - Whitewater
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I have been very happy with this service. I liked that staff that was able to get me a caretaker for the needs for my mom. The care taken did not mind coming far for the assistance that we needed.The care...
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.
Our beautiful Memory Care residence in Whitewater, WI provides dignified, quality care for seniors who can no longer live alone because of dementia and other forms of memory loss. Our programs are designed to help those with cognitive needs providing a safe, nurturing and secure home environment....
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The facility is always clean and the staff is always helpful and pleasant! Always pretty attentive and knowledgeable as well.
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 The Addison of Pleasant Prairie, the premier senior living community in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin, offering Assisted Living and Memory Care. Pleasant Prairie families are always welcome to visit their loved ones at The Addison, which is conveniently located at Prairie Ridge Blvd. and...
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Overall experience was good. Cleanliness is great. Friendliness is spectacular Quality of care is good, a couple of occurrences Food to be desired breakfast looked great Activities not sure saw two Value...
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.
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I walked in the Sheridan of Park Ridge and was greeted by a wonderful sales associate and the admin. They explained everything to me and showed me around. The facility is clean (spotless). The staff is...
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 Sheridan at Park Ridge is a new assisted living and memory care community for seniors age 55 and over in the Chicago metropolitan area. We specialize in helping seniors live their lives to the fullest, no matter what level of specialized care they need. For our assisted living residents, we...
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What I like the most about Heritage Woods of Yorkville is the staff. The staff members there are very friendly and I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience I have had so...
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 first of its type in Kendall County, Heritage Woods of Yorkville is a wonderful assisted living community that is nestled into the woods of Yorkville, IL close to Fox River. The Chicago suburb offers the proximity of the city to senior residents but the care and affordable living of the...
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They raised the rent in Jan and it is very expensive! We are pleased with them. The facility has been recently remodeled and is very clean, maintenance service is prompt and overall food is very good, the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Park Place of Elmhurst is a state of the art Continuing-Care Retirement Community. We are able to provide luxurious housing options for individuals with minimal as well as intensive assistance needs all under one roof. Our goal is to provide an opportunity for people to 'age in place' and find...
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My mother who recently passed away spent about 7 years as a resident of Central Baptist Village. First in the Terrace for those with mid stage Alzheimer’s and then in the Skilled Nursing Pavilion for those...
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.
We invite you to join us at Central Baptist Village, where we are inspired by faith, family, and friendship. From the moment you arrive, you'll feel at home at this community that's been at the heart of Chicago's near north suburbs for more than a century. Here, friends await you, ready to chat...
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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.
Presence Resurrection Retirement Community is primarily independent living with a 36 room assisted living nestled into 16 acres of walking paths and a garden-like setting in the northwest side of Chicago, Illinois. Our property is the perfect place for those looking to have the beauty of nature...
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My parents are living here and I believe my family is very happy so far. I think the staff at the facility is very attentive; they’ve had the nurses coming to the room, and have done a pretty good job with...
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.
Norwood Crossing, a not-for-profit community located on the Northwest side of Chicago, has been serving older adults since 1896. Each day, Norwood Crossing holds true to their mission of enhancing the independence and well-being of older adults. Norwood Crossing offers several levels of service...
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The food is great. They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They have a lot of great activities. They offer; crafts, movie night, art, workout facilities, trainers, happy hour, and religious opportunities. I...
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.
We, at Magnolia Assisted Living, are committed to providing a highly personalized assisted living experience, complete with a full range of services to maintain your mother’s lifestyle preferences. We recognize that striking a balance between community and individuality is as unique as each...
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The staff here is friendly and caring. The building is always neat and clean. The atmosphere is pleasant. Things are going just fine so far and I do not have any complaints about Heritage Woods.
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 Heritage Woods of Bolingbrook, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. Free resident parking available at...
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My loved one is currently a resident at Victory Centre of River Woods and overall things have been good for him. I think he's in a good place, not great but good. I do recommend this facility to others.
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.
Our longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Victory Centre of River Woods community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one. Above all else, this is your life...
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Place is beautiful, clean and helpful/friendly staff. Rooms are spacious and very comfortable. Dining (restaurant style) and a lot of various activities. Very community/home atmosphere
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.
As you or a loved one ages, there are certain daily tasks that may become more challenging. We believe there is a balance to be achieved between a need for support and a desire for independence. This is where an Assisted Living option at Charter Senior Living Kenosha can help.At Charter Senior...
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Wonderful assisted living facility. Caring staff, delicious home cooked meals and small comfortable cottages. There are twelve rooms in each cottage which means personal well managed care for the residents....
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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 Elder Care Cottages of Wisconsin is a fresh approach to traditional Assisted Living. We have designed each of Our Cottages to be home to 12 Elders, each with their own private bedroom and bath. At the heart of the Cottage is an open kitchen where meals are served family style and the Elders...
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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.
Maywood Supportive Living is an affordable, caring, all-inclusive assisted living community. It features the adaptive re-use of the former Baptist Retirement Homes. The Maywood community serves low-income older adults, including those on Medicaid or those who receive monthly Social Security...

Cost of memory care in Marengo, IL

The average cost of senior living in Marengo is $7,913 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Belvidere, IL with an average of $6,304 per month.

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

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

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

Memory Care
$7,913/mo

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

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Marengo 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
Marengo, 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%
Marengo, 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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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Marengo

Recent reviews for memory care in Marengo

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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Parkside Manor in Kenosha, WI

5.0
I can only comment about the memory unit. Those girls worked hard to maintain order and keep up. I thought to myself a few times that however much money they are making probably isn't enough. It takes a special person to that job.

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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Marengo review score based on 2,305 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 2305 reviews of 340 Marengo memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Marengo 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

Marengo review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Marengo, IL340 facilities
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Aurora, IL334 facilities

Review subcategories for Marengo 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 2,305 reviews of 340 Marengo memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Marengo 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.
Marengo, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.7
Friendliness
3.8
3.8
Care services
3.4
3.5
Staff
3.7
3.7
Meals & dining
3.4
3.4
Activities
3.4
3.3
Value for cost*
3.4
3.4
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Marengo memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Marengo memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Marengo, 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 Marengo 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 Marengo that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Marengo, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
72.4%
63.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54.4%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.8%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.2%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80.9%
69.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.3%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.4%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.6%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.4%
69.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Marengo 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 Marengo Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Marengo, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.8%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.2%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.5%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.6%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Marengo 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 Marengo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Marengo, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
48.2%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.6%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
54.1%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.8%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
31.5%
22.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Marengo 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 Marengo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Marengo, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
52.6%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.6%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
47.6%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.4%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Marengo 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 Marengo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Marengo, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
68.2%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50.6%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.2%
29%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
74.1%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.5%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.1%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.4%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.9%
35.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.4%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
69.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
70.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
44.1%
32.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.5%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
67.4%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Marengo

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Discovery Village Des Plaines, Sedgebrook, a CCRC and Clarendale of Algonquin are the top-rated memory care facilities near Marengo, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 340 memory care facilities near Marengo, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Marengo, Illinois are Discovery Village Des Plaines, Clarendale of Algonquin and Brookdale Glen Ellyn. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 340 memory care facilities near you in Marengo, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Marengo, 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 Marengo, 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 Marengo, Illinois ranges from $2766 to $15775. The average Memory Care cost in Marengo, Illinois is $7,913. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Marengo, 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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