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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 Watertown 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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My loved one has the biggest smile on his face and they're always glad to see him! The therapists are doing the best they can to get him moving on his own. He's worn out every day and that's a testament! The...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Choosing a healthcare and rehabilitation center for yourself or your loved one is one of the most important decisions you can make. You want someone who is caring, knowledgeable, and accessible; someone willing to take the time to go over all your options and treat you as a person. With the...
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They house 5 women all together which is nice for my loved one. And the best part of it is that it is much more affordable compared to the bigger places which are outrageously priced. She is able to still...
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, 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.
St. Elizabeth Manor is located in Rock County in Wisconsin. St. Elizabeth Manor provides high quality assistance, an engaging and welcoming environment, and a convenient lifestyle for each of its residents. The assisted living facility provides 24 hour caregivers ready to help each resident 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.
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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, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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
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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.
We began our quest into senior living because of our love for our beloved mother, Mary Bickford, whose needs became too great for us to manage.  As we researched senior living options, we were shocked at our findings.  The options offered too much or too little — none met her needs and...
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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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Cost of memory care in Watertown, 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 Watertown

Recent reviews for memory care in Watertown

Wesley Willows a CCRC in Rockford, IL

5.0
Wesley Willows was great to work with. My mom was there for rehab, respite, and assisted living. We were very happy with the care. The nurse and CNAs took great care of my mom and always keep updated regarding her care. She was very happy with the food. We chose the community because my mom ...
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Heritage Woods of Belvidere

5.0
I am very content living at Heritage Woods. My apartment is very comfortable and convenient. The nurses and CNAs are very attentive and convenient. The food is good and I may also eat in my room if I so desire. There are activities every day. Also a small store 2 days a week.

Shepherd Premier Assisted Living of Harvard

5.0
Great facility! Cozy and clean. Nurses keep family up date

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Dedicated and communicative staff. Several reviews highlight the friendly and caring nature of the staff across different communities, such as Azura of Monroe, where one family member expresses their confidence in the staff's ability to keep their loved one safe and respected. At Cedarhurst of Woodstock, residents' families are ...
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Effective memory care for residents. Memory care is a critical aspect of senior living, and various reviews mention the positive impact it has on their loved ones. For instance, at Anam Care of Rockford, the caregivers understand the unique needs of residents with memory issues, creating a small, well-staffed community where ever ...
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Personalized care plans and accommodations. Customized care plans are essential for addressing the specific needs of residents. At Anam Care, the staff took the time to understand the unique challenges of caring for a loved one with dementia, providing specialized care that made a significant difference in the person's quality of life.
Engaging activities and stimulating environment. Activities and social interactions help residents maintain an active and engaged lifestyle. At Dimensions Living Monroe, Azura offers a variety of activities that cater to the interests of its residents, ensuring they remain socially and mentally stimulated.
High staff-to-resident ratio. Adequate staffing is crucial to ensure the well-being and care of seniors, especially those with memory issues. At Dimensions Living Monroe, the staff-to-resident ratio is supportive, enabling caregivers to provide individualized attention and ensure the safety of the residents.
Home-like atmosphere and comfort. Creating a warm and welcoming environment is essential for making residents feel at home. At Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care, the new and pleasant facility offers a clean, comfortable living space for memory care residents, with a focus on ensuring their emotional and physical w ...
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Watertown review score based on 228 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 228 reviews of 83 Watertown memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Watertown 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

Watertown review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Watertown, IL83 facilities
7.8
Rockford, IL0 facilities
8.0
Dixon, IL0 facilities

Review subcategories for Watertown 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 228 reviews of 83 Watertown memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Watertown 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.
Watertown, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.8
Friendliness
3.7
3.9
Care services
3.5
3.6
Staff
3.6
3.8
Meals & dining
3.3
3.5
Activities
3.3
3.4
Value for cost*
3.4
3.5
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Watertown memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Watertown memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Watertown, 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 Watertown 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 Watertown that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Watertown, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
49.4%
63.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
32.5%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.2%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.6%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.1%
69.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.9%
28.2%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.4%
89.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
49.4%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
51.8%
69.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Watertown 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 Watertown Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Watertown, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
59%
72.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.7%
45.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.6%
67.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.1%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Watertown 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 Watertown partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Watertown, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.1%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.7%
44.6%
No sugar
No sugar
24.1%
41.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.5%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12%
22.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Watertown 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 Watertown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Watertown, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.9%
32%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47%
39.9%
Room service
Room service
27.7%
37.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.9%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Watertown 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 Watertown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Watertown, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
48.2%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.9%
33%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.7%
28.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.4%
53.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53%
50.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.2%
59.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.6%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.5%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.3%
36.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.6%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
54.2%
47.1%
Dances
Dances
25.3%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.3%
22.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.4%
46%
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State regulations for memory care in Watertown

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