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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Oak Forest, IL
Memory care in Oak Forest 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 Oak Forest is about $5,395 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 35 communities, read 1405 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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It is a very comfortable and positive environment. My mom has been very happy there. My mom likes the food. The layout of the community and room sizes are good. My mom has a balcony and that over looks the...
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.
Peace Village is an Independent and Assisted Living community sitting 22 beautiful acres of land in Palos Park, IL, close to suburbs such as Orland Park, Lemont, Worth, Oak Lawn,Tinley Park and Frankfort. We are a MEMBERSHIP FEE community for Independent Living and month to month rental for...
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Most places for short-term stay have minimum of days like one month or two weeks. Celebrate allows you to take the number of days you need.
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.
Elevate Senior Living in South Holland is a close-knit retirement community with independent living, assisted living, and memory care. As a member of the Elevate Housing Foundation, our philosophy is rooted in effective, resident-centered and life-changing senior living. Being a nonprofit...
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Prairie Green was an excellent place. We were really happy with it. The staff were very nice to work with, and they were so helpful. None of us (our family or Prairie Green) realized how much care our...
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.
Prairie Green at Dixie Crossing is a top wheelchair accessible assisted living community for seniors in the Chicago area. We offer tastefully decorated studio and one-bedroom apartments with a full range of amenities, including a microwave and refrigerator, as well as services to accommodate each...
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My Loved one resides at Victory Centre of Park Forest. The community is kept clean and organized. The meals that are served are good. My loved one feels that the community is safe. One of the things that is...
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.
Dedicated to Good LivingOur longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Victory Centre of Park Forest 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...
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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 Roseland 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 and...
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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.
Moraine Court Supportive Living supports and encourages our residents to enjoy and active-lifestyle in a safe community. Let us show you how Moraine Court can combine the best of private living and assistance with daily living needs. Our supportive Living program is designed to promote...
Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Robbins Supportive Living Center invites you to come and tour a unique living environment designed to enrich the lives of Seniors 65 and over. This can be the ideal environment for the senior that can no longer be safe at home but does not require a skilled nursing center.
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.
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.
Rest Haven Christian Services, a non-profit organization, has been committed to promoting independence and providing services to those entrusted to our care for 90 years. Not only is our staff inspired, but also committed to complementing Great Lives with great living! We will be busy handling...
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Dedicated to Good LivingOur longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Victory Centre of River Oaks 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...
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Cost of memory care in Oak Forest, IL
The average cost of senior living in Oak Forest is $5,395 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Homewood, IL with an average of $4,962 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Oak Forest, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Oak Forest, IL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Oak Forest
Recent reviews for memory care in Oak Forest
Cantata Adult Life Services a CCRC in Brookfield, IL
4.8
I recommend Cantata because they have a robust rehab gym staffed with professionals in physical therapy, occupational therapy, balance, speech/memory therapy. It is located on a quiet tree lined landscaped campus with onsite Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing and Independent Living. The staff ...
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Artis Senior Living of Lakeview in Chicago, IL
4.0
My mother is currently a resident at Artis Senior Living of Lakeview and we are very happy with the place. The staff and my mother have both adjusted well. We are satisfied that this was the right place for her.
Cedarhurst of Naperville in Woodridge, IL
4.8
Our loved one was on the memory care side and the staff members were extremely hands on and gave our loved one great personal attention. The permanent staff at Cedarhurst are outstanding, very attentive and we could ask them questions at any time and they were always there and just have been ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Caring and compassionate staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and empathy of the staff at various communities. For instance, at Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Palos Heights, caregivers are described as being 'very caring, compassionate and genuine'. At Porter Place Memory Care, the administrator is ce ...
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Engaging activities. Activities are highlighted as an important factor in keeping residents active and engaged. At Porter Place Memory Care, residents are praised for being 'constantly busy' and 'helping set the tables or clean up'. At Grace Point Place Memory Care, the availability of various activities is seen ...
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Clear communication. Families value open and frequent communication with staff, as seen in reviews for Porter Place Memory Care, where staff are commended for their 'great communication all around'. At Evergreen Senior Living - Orland Park, the lack of communication about a resident's health is pointed out as an ...
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Individualized care. Residents' unique needs are addressed in several reviews, such as at Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Palos Heights, where caregivers are recognized for going the 'extra mile' to meet individual requirements. At Porter Place Memory Care, families appreciate the staff's dedic ...
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Properly maintained facilities. Cleanliness and upkeep of facilities are mentioned as important considerations for residents and their families. At Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in South Holland, the building is described as 'clean' overall, but the second and third floor rooms could use renovations. At Por ...
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Supportive environment. Several reviews mention the overall supportive and welcoming nature of the communities. For example, at Porter Place Memory Care, staff are described as being 'very supportive', and at Grace Point Place Memory Care, residents are 'loved and cared for'.
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Oak Forest review score based on 327 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 327 reviews of 35 Oak Forest memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Oak Forest 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
Oak Forest review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Oak Forest 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 327 reviews of 35 Oak Forest memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Oak Forest 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.Oak Forest, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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Oak Forest memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oak Forest memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oak Forest, 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 Oak Forest 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 Oak Forest 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
82.9%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
71.4%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.1%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
88.6%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.7%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.1%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
72.1%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Oak Forest 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 Oak Forest Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
74.3%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
57.1%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
68.6%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
34.3%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Oak Forest 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 Oak Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.9%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
57.1%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.7%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.6%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Oak Forest 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 Oak Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
74.3%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
37.1%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.1%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oak Forest 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 Oak Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
74.3%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
51.4%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
88.6%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
82.9%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
91.4%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
74.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
77.1%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
82.9%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
62.9%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45.7%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
77.1%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sunrise of Naperville North, Mercy Circle Senior Living and Brookdale Oak Park are the top-rated memory care facilities near Oak Forest, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 35 memory care facilities near Oak Forest, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Oak Forest, Illinois are Mercy Circle Senior Living, Brookdale Oak Park and Brookdale Glen Ellyn. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 35 memory care facilities near you in Oak Forest, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Oak Forest, 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 Oak Forest, 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 Oak Forest, Illinois ranges from $600 to $19000. The average Memory Care cost in Oak Forest, Illinois is $5,395. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Oak Forest, Illinois typically starts at $600. 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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