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Memory care in Mechanicsburg 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 Mechanicsburg is about $4,608 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 67 communities, read 478 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: 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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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
Hopedale Commons is conveniently located in the beautiful and peaceful community of Hopedale, Illinois, only 30 minutes from Peoria, Bloomington and Pekin, Illinois.Our well-trained and caring staff truly enjoy working with the elderly. It is not unusual to find a staff member stopping to chat...
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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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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 Village at Morse Farm offers its residents carefree independent and supportive living. We will cook, clean and do your laundry. Medication assistance, transportation, cable television and wi-fi included in the rental price.
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.
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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.
Courtyard Estates of Sullivan is a modern, beautiful assisted living community located in the residential neighborhood of Sullivan, Illinois. You'll enjoy our incredible spaces indoors while also spending plenty of time on our outdoor paths and patios or even under the gazebo. And, when you do...
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I have lived at Evergreen Place for 8 years. They take good care of everyone. Dining services are very cheerful and caring. Food is good. They clean our rooms and do our laundry for use. They have a lot of...
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.
Evergreen Place offers worry-free living, where independence thrives and compassionate care is always nearby. Our beautiful campus offers lovely supportive living options. We welcome you to learn more and visit our community of care, where friendships flourish and families find peace of mind....
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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.
Autumn Accolade Assisted LivingAt Autumn Accolade we are beginning our 15th year in business and we hold a Certification (CDP) Certified Dementia Practitioner. Our staff is trained and dedicated to our residents.We are only minutes from shopping, hospital, dining, and parks. We are centrally...

Cost of memory care in Mechanicsburg, IL

The average cost of senior living in Mechanicsburg is $4,608 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mount Pulaski, IL with an average of $4,525 per month.

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

Mechanicsburg, IL
$4,608/mo
$4,852/mo
$4,867/mo

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

Mechanicsburg, IL
$4,608/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,608/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,587/mo
Studio
$5,223/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,350/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,424/mo

Senior living costs in Mechanicsburg 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: Mechanicsburg, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMechanicsburg, ILIllinoisU.S.
Memory Care$4,608/mo$5,390/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$4,598/mo$5,370/mo$4,740/mo
Independent Living$3,292/mo$4,453/mo$4,203/mo
Memory Care
Mechanicsburg, IL:$4,608/mo
Illinois:$5,390/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Mechanicsburg, IL:$4,598/mo
Illinois:$5,370/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Independent Living
Mechanicsburg, IL:$3,292/mo
Illinois:$4,453/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Memory care costs in Mechanicsburg, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Mechanicsburg 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 median 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Mechanicsburg, IL$6,044/mo$6,007/mo+0.6%
Illinois$6,945/mo$6,291/mo+10.4%
National$6,282/mo$5,847/mo+7.4%
Mechanicsburg, IL
2024 average cost:$6,044/mo
2023 average cost:$6,007/mo
Percent change:+0.6%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$6,945/mo
2023 average cost:$6,291/mo
Percent change:+10.4%
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2024 average cost:$6,282/mo
2023 average cost:$5,847/mo
Percent change:+7.4%
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What families are saying about memory care in Mechanicsburg

Recent reviews for memory care in Mechanicsburg

Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Springfield

5.0
My dad has lived in the Villas of Hollybrook for almost a year. The administration and staff have been caring and attentive to his needs. We are very grateful for the precautions that have been taken regarding covid-19. They recognize the severity of the virus as well as the importance of ...
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Randall Residence of Decatur

5.0
Everything is wonderful and clean at this community. The staff are very nice and attentive to my aunt and especially in her time of need after losing her dog. My aunt is adjusting well and has gained 10 pounds since staying with the community. My aunt loves the meals provided, she reads me the ...
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Cedarhurst of Jacksonville

4.1
My siblings and I have been very happy with the care and the physical facility of Cedarhurst. They strive to keep it clean, friendly and a well cared for community.

Mechanicsburg review score based on 154 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 154 reviews of 63 Mechanicsburg memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Mechanicsburg 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

Mechanicsburg review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Mechanicsburg, IL63 facilities
8.5
Buffalo, IL7 facilities
8.5
Dawson, IL5 facilities

Review subcategories for Mechanicsburg 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 154 reviews of 63 Mechanicsburg memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Mechanicsburg 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.
Mechanicsburg, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.1
Friendliness
4.5
4.2
Care services
4.2
3.9
Staff
4.4
4.1
Meals & dining
4.1
3.8
Activities
4.1
3.7
Value for cost*
4.1
3.8
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Mechanicsburg memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mechanicsburg memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mechanicsburg, 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 Mechanicsburg 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 Mechanicsburg that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
46%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
9.5%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.1%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.4%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63.5%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
7.9%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.7%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
49.2%
69.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Mechanicsburg 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 Mechanicsburg Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mechanicsburg, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
52.4%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
34.9%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mechanicsburg 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 Mechanicsburg partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mechanicsburg, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
43.9%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
40.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
7.9%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.9%
20.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Mechanicsburg 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 Mechanicsburg communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
6.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39.7%
39.3%
Room service
Room service
23.8%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.5%
22.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mechanicsburg 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 Mechanicsburg offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mechanicsburg, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
49.2%
44.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.4%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50.8%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
50.8%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
34.9%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.8%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.3%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Mechanicsburg

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