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Memory care in Shirley 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 Shirley is about $5,142 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 6 communities, read 112 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Sugar Creek Alzheimer's Special Care CenterCommunity card badge
2323 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.6
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29 reviews
9.6
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29 reviews
5 star
76%
4 star
21%
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From the administration, nurses, CNA's all the way to the cleaning staff, all do a great pb suck caring and compassion given to the residents and their families. They are earthly angels!!
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.
Sugar Creek Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is located in Normal, a charming suburb of Bloomington, Illinois. The one-story community features an outdoor courtyard, cozy common spaces, and a homelike atmosphere. Just off interstates 55 and 74, residents enjoy easy access to shopping and dining...
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Photo of The Village at Mercy Creek
1414 Photos available
9.3
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14 reviews
9.3
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14 reviews
5 star
86%
4 star
14%
3 star
0%
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We chose The Village at Mercy Creek based on the fact of it being Franciscan, since my mom is catholic. It has overall been a great experience and I would recommend the facility to those looking for...
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.
In 2018, Franciscan Ministries, sponsored by the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago, acquired a 60-acre senior living campus that was originally built and nurtured by 14 area Mennonite churches. Renamed The Village at Mercy Creek, it is now part of the Franciscan Communities, which has been providing...
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1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.6
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23 reviews
8.6
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23 reviews
5 star
61%
4 star
35%
3 star
4%
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0%
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This is the best place I could find, it's like my family. People knew my name when I came in and I felt very welcomed on my first day. I couldn't have made a better decision.
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.
Evergreen Place offers worry-free living, where independence thrives and compassionate care is always nearby. Our beautiful campus offers lovely assisted living services. We offer both long term stay options and short-term respite care. We welcome you to learn more and visit our community of...
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8.4
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14 reviews
8.4
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14 reviews
5 star
58%
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My loved one was previously a resident at Luther Oaks and the overall experience was very good for her. The cleanliness and friendliness were good. The staff, care services, meals and activities were also...
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.
Luther Oaks offers vibrant, grace-filled senior living in a welcoming and friendly environment in a peaceful and scenic location. Residents and team members alike share and embrace the comfort, well-being, and peace of mind of a continuing care retirement community. (CCRC) Luther Oaks has earned...
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7.0
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21 reviews
7.0
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21 reviews
5 star
33%
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33%
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14%
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10%
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My mom has been there a few months (independent living), and so far, the experience has been really good. The apartments are incredibly well laid out and clean. Mom really enjoys the food, activities, and...
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.
If you think there’s not much going on in a senior living community, you’ve never been to Bickford. Imagine your loved one enjoying delicious, scratch-made meals, having a friendly caregiver always nearby, and a calendar chock-full of social activities. Our family of caregivers will do whatever...
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3.0
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11 reviews
3.0
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11 reviews
5 star
64%
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18%
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I recently moved my parents into Villas of Hollybrook from out of state. It was challenging on many levels and the staff was exceptional in helping navigate all challenges! They made sure we had all the...
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.
The Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Memory Care is a sate-of-the-art licensed assisted living community. We offer our residents the comforts of their own home while providing for their needs with a customized care plan. Each member of our staff is committed to helping our residents live...
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Cost of memory care in Shirley, IL

The average cost of senior living in Shirley is $5,142 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hopedale, IL with an average of $4,277 per month.

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

Shirley, IL
$5,142/mo
$5,142/mo

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

Shirley, IL
$5,142/mo
U.S. national average
$4,815/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,142/mo

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

Semi-Private
$7,395/mo
Studio
$5,520/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,541/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,946/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Shirley over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Shirley

Recent reviews for memory care in Shirley

Sugar Creek Alzheimer's Special Care Center in Normal, IL

5.0
I can't say enough about the great care my husband has received at Sugar Creek. The staff provides great care with a genuine dose of love. Service & care with love is what they provide for the residents

Bickford of Bloomington

5.0
I have never been so happy with a place in my life. Bickford was not initially my first choice. Bickford has been so helpful through the whole 9 month process of moving my mom from a rehab out of state. They have been like a second family to my mom. Just like everyone she is having a hard time ...
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Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections - Bloomington East

3.8
Overall the staff are kind, warm, and my parents have experienced many staff to be quite loving and emotionally generous. While some staff are more adept at engaging residents on the memory care unit, professional development occurs. Rooms are given a light cleaning, my mother has never been ...
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Shirley review score based on 46 family reviews

7.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 46 reviews of 6 Shirley memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shirley 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

Shirley review score compared against nearby cities

7.7
Shirley, IL6 facilities
7.8
Bloomington, IL10 facilities
7.8
Heyworth, IL8 facilities

Review subcategories for Shirley 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 46 reviews of 6 Shirley memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shirley 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.
Shirley, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.0
Activities
3.9
3.9
Value for cost*
3.9
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Shirley memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shirley memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shirley, 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 Shirley 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 Shirley that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shirley, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
100%
65.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
47.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
28.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
100%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
100%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shirley 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 Shirley Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shirley, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
100%
73.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
83.3%
45.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
83.3%
70.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shirley 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 Shirley partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shirley, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
66.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
44%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
41.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
49.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
16.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Shirley 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 Shirley communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shirley, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
83.3%
39.4%
Room service
Room service
83.3%
36.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shirley 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 Shirley offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
100%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
83.3%
33.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
66.7%
27.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
83.3%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
100%
51.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
60.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
83.3%
39.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
83.3%
35.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
100%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
100%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
83.3%
30.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
66.7%
21.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
100%
46%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 6 memory care facilities near Shirley, Illinois. See the full list.

The 6 memory care facilities near you in Shirley, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Shirley, 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 Shirley, 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 Shirley, Illinois ranges from $439 to $9961. The average Memory Care cost in Shirley, Illinois is $5,142. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Shirley, Illinois typically starts at $439. 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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