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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Oak Park, IL

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Memory care in Oak Park 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 Park is about $5,840 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 65 communities, read 1816 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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We looked at other places and we chose The Hartwell because when we walked in it instantly resonated with my brother. They have had the same chef over 30 years and the staff have been there a long time. They...
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.
Hartwell PlaceMemory Care Assisted LivingA memory care community where you can feel your best.Serving the neighborhood since 1898, Chicago Methodist Senior Services established Hartwell Place in 2000, an intimate and vintage community, nestled in the heart of Andersonville for adults living with...
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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.
Churchview Supportive Living is an assisted living community located in Chicago, IL. The city of Chicago is located in Cook County and home to over 2.7 million people. It's an exciting city with lots of great restaurants and shops. Residents can enjoy going on outings when the weather is warm and...
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Dinner service at the Admiral at the Lake has successfully made it through the pandemic, staff shortages, and inflation that plague us all. Meals are nutritional and appetizing, and always include meat, fish...
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.
Step out your door to acres of beautiful parkland, the beach, and the lake’s shore. Look the other way and Chicago surrounds you – the stunning skyline, vibrant neighborhoods, and the cultural depth few other cities offer.Chicago’s oldest, nonprofit retirement living organization is introducing...
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My mother suffered a very severe stroke and was unable, to talk, communicate in any way, move, eat or do anything for herself at all. The level of care she received at K-B was extraordinary. She was fed,...
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.
King-Bruwaert House (KBH) continues its tradition of providing unsurpassed care and residential lifestyle options to seniors aged 60 or better for over 90 years. As a private, non-profit community, KBH offers a year-round active setting for those seeking independent living, 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.
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...
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44 Floor plans available
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Everyone is helpful and welcoming. The food is fairly bland to meet multiple palates and diets. The soups are very good.
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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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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1010 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
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.
Heritage Woods of Chicago is an affordable assisted living community exclusively designed for low income seniors 65 or older. Fully certified by the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Living, Heritage Woods is located on the west side of Chicago. Heritage Woods is a lovely place to call...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
The Ivy Apartments, nestled in the heart of the Lincoln Park/DePaul University area, provides both independent & supportive living options for its residents. Our 24 hour supportive living staff provides personal care assistance with activities of daily living for our seniors, in the privacy of...
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Hello my name is [removed] I'm a resident in Greenview Place.If you looking for a place that is interested in your health and your happiness,this is the place.Each one of the staff at Greenview Place has...
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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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
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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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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.
Pioneer Gardens senior residents in the windy city access to a great assisted living community within the grand city of Chicago, IL. Located just a few blocks from Lake Shore Drive, residents can enjoy the lush green park areas next to the lake during spring and summer days and enjoy the many...

Cost of memory care in Oak Park, IL

The average cost of senior living in Oak Park is $5,840 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lyons, IL with an average of $5,748 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Oak Park, IL vs. nearby cities

Oak Park, IL
$5,840/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Oak Park, IL vs. the state and national average

Oak Park, IL
$5,840/mo
U.S. national average
$4,984/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Oak Park vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,840/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Oak Park, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$8,142/mo
Studio
$6,160/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,128/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,900/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,013/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Oak Park over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Oak Park

Recent reviews for memory care in Oak Park

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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Churchill Place in Glen Ellyn, IL

5.0
Based on our experience I would recommend. So far everything has been very good no problems and everyone has been great and easy to work with.

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.

Oak Park review score based on 357 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 357 reviews of 62 Oak Park memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Oak Park 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 Park review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Oak Park, IL62 facilities
8.4
River Forest, IL65 facilities
8.2
Forest Park, IL57 facilities

Review subcategories for Oak Park 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 357 reviews of 62 Oak Park memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Oak Park 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 Park, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.1
4.0
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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Oak Park memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oak Park memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oak Park, 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 Park 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 Park 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
72.6%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
64.5%
48%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.4%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.4%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
87.1%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43.5%
28.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.8%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.9%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
75.8%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Oak Park 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 Park Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Oak Park, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
62.9%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
45.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.6%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
30.6%
26.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Oak Park 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 Park partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oak Park, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
56.5%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.3%
44.2%
No sugar
No sugar
58.1%
41.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
64.5%
49.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.2%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Oak Park 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 Park communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oak Park, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
59.7%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
72.6%
39.6%
Room service
Room service
58.1%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21%
22.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oak Park 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 Park offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oak Park, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
79%
45.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
58.1%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
59.7%
28.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
77.4%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
77.4%
51.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
87.1%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.1%
39.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
67.7%
34.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
72.6%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
79%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
75.8%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
58.1%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
62.9%
21.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
77.4%
46.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Northbrook, Encore at South Barrington and Sunrise of Naperville North are the top-rated memory care facilities near Oak Park, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 65 memory care facilities near Oak Park, Illinois. See the full list.

The 65 memory care facilities near you in Oak Park, 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 Park, 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 Park, 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 Park, Illinois ranges from $51 to $42521. The average Memory Care cost in Oak Park, Illinois is $5,840. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Oak Park, Illinois typically starts at $51. 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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