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Memory care in Mc Girr 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 Mc Girr is about $5,996 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 6 communities, read 30 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Grand Victorian of Sycamore
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77 Floor plans available
9.4
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21 reviews
9.4
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21 reviews
5 star
61%
4 star
29%
3 star
10%
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0%
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The friendliness and helpfulness of staff. My Mom loves the outdoor courtyard area that has plenty of chairs, tables, small path for walking & veggie/flower gardens. She also loves the Bistro that has an...
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.
The Grand Victorian of Sycamore is located in the county seat of DeKalb County, an ideal community in the heart of some of America's most productive farmland. Tree-lined streets and stately 19th century architecture offer picturesque small-town surroundings and a comfortable lifestyle....
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Photo of Heritage Woods of DeKalb
2121 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
5 star
38%
4 star
36%
3 star
13%
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Mom was doing well at Heritage Woods before her fall. She is hoping to return to the community once she is done with rehab. There are plenty of activities for the residents to enjoy. The food is good and...
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.
An inviting, beautiful assisted living community located in DeKalb, Illinois, Heritage Woods of DeKalb is a welcoming place to call home. Located conveniently off 1-88 and Highway 64, it is an ideal choice for those who want to be close to family and friends. We're located near Northern Illinois...
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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.
Prairie Crossing Supportive Living offers an innovative approach to assisted living housing for seniors ages 65 and older of all income levels. Our community combines apartment-style home with personal care, and the availability of 24 hour support staff. We understand how important it is for our...
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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.
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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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We have had a great experience so far. I can tell that my mom is very happy and really thriving here. They encourage her to participate in activities and I really like that. I would definitely recommend to...
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.
Lincolnshire Place Lincolnshire Place is an assisted living community that specializes in the art of making seniors feel at home while providing expert dementia care in Sycamore, DeKalb County, Illinois. Located in northern Illinois, Sycamore is home to the Sycamore Pumpkin Festival, an annual...
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Cost of memory care in Mc Girr, IL

The average cost of senior living in Mc Girr is $5,996 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hillcrest, IL with an average of $4,537 per month.

Memory care costs in Mc Girr, IL, vs. nearby cities

Mc Girr, IL
$5,996/mo
$5,882/mo
$4,963/mo

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

Mc Girr, IL
$5,996/mo
U.S. national average
$5,004/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,996/mo

Memory care costs in Mc Girr, IL, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,567/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,800/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,150/mo

Senior living costs in Mc Girr 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: Mc Girr, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMc Girr, ILIllinoisU.S.
Memory Care$5,996/mo$5,390/mo$5,004/mo
Assisted Living$5,660/mo$5,370/mo$4,740/mo
Independent Living$3,986/mo$4,453/mo$4,203/mo
Memory Care
Mc Girr, IL:$5,996/mo
Illinois:$5,390/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Assisted Living
Mc Girr, IL:$5,660/mo
Illinois:$5,370/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Independent Living
Mc Girr, IL:$3,986/mo
Illinois:$4,453/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Mc Girr

Recent reviews for memory care in Mc Girr

Bickford of St. Charles in Saint Charles, IL

5.0
Overall they have done really well and the staff members are super friendly. Our loved one is on the memory care side so sometimes it is hard to get feedback regarding the activities, but it seems like they do have a lot - we see the activities coordinating working with the residents everyday. ...
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Heritage Woods of Yorkville

4.0
Quality of care got a low mark because there is almost no care provided. If you are pretty healthy and independent, this place is great. When my mom caught Covid from a resident who was sneezing and coughing at an event, she was told to stay in her room for a week. No one came to examine her, ...
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Bickford of Aurora

4.5
This community is highly expensive. They do offer a lot of nice amenities and activities. The food is good and the community is beautiful. This community is centrally located for the family. I would recommend this community.

Mc Girr memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mc Girr memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mc Girr, 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 Mc Girr 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 Mc Girr that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Mc Girr, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
33.3%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.3%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
83.3%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.3%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Mc Girr 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 Mc Girr Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mc Girr, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
71.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
16.7%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mc Girr 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 Mc Girr partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mc Girr, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
27.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Mc Girr 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 Mc Girr communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mc Girr, ILNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
39.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mc Girr 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 Mc Girr offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mc Girr, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Mc Girr

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Grand Victorian of Sycamore, Heritage Woods of DeKalb and Prairie Crossing Assisted Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Mc Girr, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 6 memory care facilities near Mc Girr, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Mc Girr, Illinois are Arden Courts Geneva, A Memory Care Community and Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 6 memory care facilities near you in Mc Girr, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Mc Girr, 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 Mc Girr, 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 Mc Girr, Illinois ranges from $925 to $15938. The average Memory Care cost in Mc Girr, Illinois is $5,996. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Mc Girr, Illinois typically starts at $925. 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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