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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Smithdale, IL

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Memory care in Smithdale 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 Smithdale is about $8,497 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 67 communities, read 1372 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Ottawa, Pattonsburg and Munster.

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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, 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.
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.
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.
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.
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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I’ve lived here since October 2016, on the Indepent side I moved from Missouri to be near my daughter in Mendota. The majority of residents ate from LaSalle and Lee counties in Illinois, andthey all are very...
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.
Mendota Retirement Community is an assisted living community located in Mendota, Illinois. Located minutes from the center of town, our assisted and independent living community provides easy access for families while providing a peaceful setting for our residents. You'll enjoy our beautiful...
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, 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.
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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: 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, 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.
Like us on Facebook! Welcome to Courtyard Estates of Bradford, the area's premiere assisted living community. At Courtyard Estates, our goal is to provide professional, compassionate services for the older adults while promoting independence, which allows our tenants to maintain or improve their...
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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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We can’t say enough about Riverside. The staff is just fantastic! The facility is bright and clean and warm and inviting. The rooms are spacious and comfortable. The pricing is very fair for the industry and...
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.
Riverside Assisted Living and Memory Care is an assisted living and memory care community located in Bourbonnais, IL in Kankakee County. Bourbonnais is about an hour south of Chicago. This vibrant town is known as the 'Village of Friendship,' and has many shops and restaurants. The Kankakee River...
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After looking at other senior living places, LHV was the winner. Well maintained, great staff, friendly people, Nice landscaping including many flowers, tree's, shrubs. Winter snow removal. Before the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, 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.
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.
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.
The premier continuing care retirement community in Peoria, Lutheran Hillside Village is the perfect starting place for an exciting new chapter of your life. Here on our serene, beautifully wooded campus, you’ll find an active lifestyle, freedom from the hassles of home repairs, and priority...
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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.
Prairie Crossing Supportive Living offers an innovative approach to assisted living housing for seniors ages 65 and older of all income levels. Our community combines apartment-style home with personal care, and the availability of 24 hour support staff. We understand how important it is for our...
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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.
At Bickford of Peoria we offer premiere Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care services to provide peace of mind if an unanticipated need arises. Our genuine intent is to create an environment that gives expression to personal choice and the fullest expression of assistance comes...

Cost of memory care in Smithdale, IL

The average cost of senior living in Smithdale is $8,497 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wenona, IL with an average of $5,916 per month.

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

Smithdale, IL
$8,497/mo
U.S. national average
$7,121/mo

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

Memory Care
$8,497/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,973/mo
Studio
$8,649/mo

Senior living costs in Smithdale 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: Smithdale, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSmithdale, ILIllinoisU.S.
Memory Care$8,497/mo$7,829/mo$7,121/mo
Assisted Living$5,700/mo$6,413/mo$5,909/mo
Independent Living$3,247/mo$3,360/mo$3,532/mo
Memory Care
Smithdale, IL:$8,497/mo
Illinois:$7,829/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Assisted Living
Smithdale, IL:$5,700/mo
Illinois:$6,413/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Independent Living
Smithdale, IL:$3,247/mo
Illinois:$3,360/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Smithdale

Recent reviews for memory care in Smithdale

Villas at Kankakee

5.0
Staff is very knowledgeable, my room was always clean, good is good, everyone is very helpful. i would highly recommend Heritage Village.

Villas of Holly Brook Streator

5.0
If you have parents who are in need of assisted living, this is the place to go. The staff are very nice and accommodating. To this day, anything I ask of them they will do. All of the people here are just so nice. Everybody always says hi, and many of them know me. The facility is a couple ...
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Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections - Bloomington East

4.3
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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Smithdale review score based on 229 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 229 reviews of 67 Smithdale memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Smithdale 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

Smithdale review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Smithdale, IL67 facilities
8.5
Morris, IL196 facilities
8.2
Streator, IL68 facilities

Review subcategories for Smithdale 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 229 reviews of 67 Smithdale memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Smithdale 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.
Smithdale, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.1
3.7
Friendliness
3.2
3.8
Care services
2.8
3.4
Staff
3.0
3.6
Meals & dining
2.8
3.3
Activities
2.8
3.3
Value for cost*
2.9
3.4
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*Learn more about cost details

Smithdale memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Smithdale memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Smithdale, 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 Smithdale 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 Smithdale that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Smithdale, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
58.2%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
35.8%
47.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.5%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.5%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.1%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.9%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.5%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.2%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.2%
69.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Smithdale 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 Smithdale Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Smithdale, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61.2%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
43.3%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.8%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.4%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Smithdale 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 Smithdale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Smithdale, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.8%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.8%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
31.3%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.8%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.4%
22.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Smithdale 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 Smithdale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Smithdale, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
23.9%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50.7%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
34.3%
37.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.4%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Smithdale 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 Smithdale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Smithdale, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
64.2%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.8%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.3%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
67.2%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.7%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.6%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.7%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
49.3%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.2%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.2%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
67.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
46.3%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.8%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.7%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Smithdale

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The Timbers of Shorewood, Sugar Creek Alzheimer's Special Care Center and American House Cedarlake are the top-rated memory care facilities near Smithdale, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 67 memory care facilities near Smithdale, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Smithdale, Illinois is The Timbers of Shorewood. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 67 memory care facilities near you in Smithdale, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Smithdale, 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 Smithdale, 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 Smithdale, Illinois ranges from $$1,000 to $$15,775. The average Memory Care cost in Smithdale, Illinois is $8,497. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Smithdale, Illinois typically starts at $$1,000. 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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