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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Monroe Center, IL

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The average monthly cost of Memory Care in Illinois is $7,681, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Monroe Center area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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They house 5 women all together which is nice for my loved one. And the best part of it is that it is much more affordable compared to the bigger places which are outrageously priced. She is able to still...
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.
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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.
The name says it all. Just Like Home IV is a place where you or your loved one can live with as much or as little help as is needed. We are located in the beautiful community of Elkhorn, Wisconsin, near lakes and only about 1 hour from Great Lake Michigan, just to the west between Milwaukee and...
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Cost of memory care in Monroe Center, IL

The average cost of senior living in Illinois is $7,681 per month as compared to $6,999 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Illinois vs. 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 state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeIllinoisU.S.Cost difference
Memory Care$7,681/mo$6,999/mo9.7% above national median
Assisted Living$6,329/mo$5,830/mo8.6% above national median
Independent Living$3,342/mo$3,520/mo5.1% below national median
Memory Care
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:9.7% above national median
Assisted Living
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:8.6% above national median
Independent Living
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:5.1% below national median
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What families are saying about memory care in Monroe Center

Recent reviews for memory care in Monroe Center

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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Wesley Willows a CCRC in Rockford, IL

5.0
Wesley Willows was great to work with. My mom was there for rehab, respite, and assisted living. We were very happy with the care. The nurse and CNAs took great care of my mom and always keep updated regarding her care. She was very happy with the food. We chose the community because my mom ...
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Heritage Woods of Belvidere

5.0
I am very content living at Heritage Woods. My apartment is very comfortable and convenient. The nurses and CNAs are very attentive and convenient. The food is good and I may also eat in my room if I so desire. There are activities every day. Also a small store 2 days a week.

Monroe Center review score based on 981 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 981 reviews of 178 Monroe Center memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Monroe Center 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

Monroe Center review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Monroe Center, IL178 facilities
7.6
Rockford, IL33 facilities
8.1
Dixon, IL56 facilities

Review subcategories for Monroe Center 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 981 reviews of 178 Monroe Center memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Monroe Center 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.
Monroe Center, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
3.7
Friendliness
3.9
3.8
Care services
3.6
3.5
Staff
3.8
3.6
Meals & dining
3.5
3.3
Activities
3.6
3.3
Value for cost*
3.6
3.4
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Monroe Center memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Monroe Center memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Monroe Center, 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 Monroe Center 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 Monroe Center that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Monroe Center, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
63.5%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
44.9%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.8%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
74.7%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
31.5%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.2%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.7%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.3%
69.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Monroe Center 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 Monroe Center Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Monroe Center, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.3%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
47.8%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.7%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.9%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Monroe Center 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 Monroe Center partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Monroe Center, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.4%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.1%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
41.6%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.1%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.7%
22.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Monroe Center 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 Monroe Center communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Monroe Center, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40.4%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.9%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
37.1%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Monroe Center 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 Monroe Center offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Monroe Center, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
61.8%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.3%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
39.9%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
69.7%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.4%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.7%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.9%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.1%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
61.8%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
36.5%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Monroe Center

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Clarendale of Algonquin, Encore Village of Schaumburg and Cedar Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated memory care facilities near Monroe Center, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 178 memory care facilities near Monroe Center, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Monroe Center, Illinois are Clarendale of Algonquin, Cedar Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care and The Auberge at Lake Zurich. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 178 memory care facilities near you in Monroe Center, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Monroe Center, Illinois, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
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