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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Swanwick, 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 Swanwick 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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Photo of The Riverview Care Center
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Everything is going well for my brother since his move to this community. I'am satisfied with the care and everything they have done for us. He is doing very good. They have a pleasant staff, they have been...
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.
Photo of Carondelet Retirement (Mental Health)
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.
Photo of Eden Retirement Center
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, 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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
Autumn Ridge offers two levels of occupancy, residential care and retirement living. We are convieniently located just off the freeway in Herculaneum.Autumn Ridge offers and tranquil and gracious lifestyle; we are just minutes away from restaurants, pharmacies, grocers and shopping centers. Our...
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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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One of the best facilities in the area. It has the feel of a resort instead of an assisted living facility. The staff is awesome. The food is wonderful. They use fresh food not just heat and serve from a...
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.
Memory Care Coming Soon! Wait list now forming. Sunshine Gardens is one of the largest independently owned assisted living facilities in Southern Illinois offering full spectrum of services at an affordable fee. We recognize that each individual has his or her own personal needs and we focus on...
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My parents chose to live in Meridian village because it was a Christian-based organization, and it was ranked one of the best in the area. They were very pleased with the kind and loving care that they...
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.
Meridian Village is a Continuing Care Retirement Community located in Glen Carbon/Edwardsville, IL area. This beautiful community is situated on 31 acres and features a pond and walking trails. Meridian Village offers a full range of senior living options: * Independent Living offers 2 bedroom...
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Cost of memory care in Swanwick, 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 Swanwick

Recent reviews for memory care in Swanwick

Cambridge House of Maryville

3.7
We chose Cambridge House of Maryville because it was recommended to us through family members, they said that it was a well-managed facility. The room sizes here are good, but I do think the kitchen could use some more space. Overall, it is a small community and everyone gets along well here. I ...
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Cedarhurst of Breese

4.7
We would not be happier with Cedarhurst of Breese. they have been a blessing all the way around. Not only do they help our father who is a resident there but also our mother who comes to visit almost every single day.

Addington Place of Collinsville

5.0
We chose Cedarhurst of Collinsville because they were accepting new residents during covid. It was also convenient location for family and I had heard good things about it from others. The room sizes here are spacious. It seems to be maintained really well both inside and outside. I would ...
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Swanwick review score based on 245 family reviews

7.9
Review score82 facilities245 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 245 reviews of 82 Swanwick memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Swanwick 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

Swanwick review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Swanwick, IL82 facilities
8.2
Waterloo, IL0 facilities
7.3
Carbondale, IL0 facilities

Review subcategories for Swanwick 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 245 reviews of 82 Swanwick memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Swanwick 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.
Swanwick, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.5
3.8
Friendliness
3.5
3.9
Care services
3.4
3.6
Staff
3.5
3.8
Meals & dining
3.1
3.5
Activities
3.1
3.4
Value for cost*
3.1
3.5
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Swanwick memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Swanwick memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Swanwick, 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 Swanwick 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 Swanwick that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Swanwick, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
41.5%
63.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
26.8%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.8%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.1%
69.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.8%
28.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.8%
89.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
47.6%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.4%
69.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Swanwick 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 Swanwick Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Swanwick, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
72.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.8%
45.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45.1%
67.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
24.4%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Swanwick 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 Swanwick partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Swanwick, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.4%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.7%
44.6%
No sugar
No sugar
36.6%
41.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
31.7%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.2%
22.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Swanwick 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 Swanwick communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Swanwick, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.8%
32%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
39.9%
Room service
Room service
34.1%
37.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.7%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Swanwick 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 Swanwick offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Swanwick, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
54.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.4%
33%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.1%
28.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.2%
53.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.3%
50.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.5%
59.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.2%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.8%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43.9%
36.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.7%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
56.1%
47.1%
Dances
Dances
32.9%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.1%
22.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46%
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State regulations for memory care in Swanwick

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Villas at St. James, Villas of Holly Brook Herrin and Keystone Place at Magnolia Commons are the top-rated memory care facilities near Swanwick, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 90 memory care facilities near Swanwick, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Swanwick, Illinois are Villas at St. James and Villas of Holly Brook Herrin. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 90 memory care facilities near you in Swanwick, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Swanwick, Illinois, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
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