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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Wood Dale, IL

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Memory care in Wood Dale 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 Wood Dale is about $7,913 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 361 communities, read 14924 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Chicago, Evanston and Arlington Heights.

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Photo of Azalea Place
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.
Photo of Pennoyer Home
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.
Dayton Residential Care Facility is a Community Based Residential Facility located in the thriving downtown Kenosha area next to Lake Michigan. Dayton Residential Care Facility is VA certified and contracted with Kenosha County, Family Care, and Community Care. Dayton Residential Care Facility...
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Photo of Miller Beach Terrace
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: 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 Lake Park Residential Care
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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Words are powerless to express my feelings about Arbor Village of Geneva Crossing. The facility is beautiful inside and out with a court yard, beautiful dining room, party room and much more. There are many...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Photo of Village Glen Of Geneva Crossing
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.
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: 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.
Making a decision to place a loved one is one of the hardest decisions you will ever have to make. At Beverly LivingCenters we encourage you to Tour, Talk, Question and Compare. We are a place to find peace in pressured times. Our doors are always open for you to tour with or without an...

Cost of memory care in Wood Dale, IL

The average cost of senior living in Wood Dale is $7,913 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Joliet, IL with an average of $6,983 per month.

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

Wood Dale, IL
$7,913/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$7,913/mo

Memory care costs in Wood Dale, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,711/mo
Studio
$8,094/mo
1 Bedroom
$9,167/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,469/mo

Senior living costs in Wood Dale 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: Wood Dale, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWood Dale, ILIllinoisU.S.
Memory Care$7,913/mo$7,681/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$6,613/mo$6,329/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$3,395/mo$3,342/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Wood Dale, IL:$7,913/mo
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Wood Dale, IL:$6,613/mo
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Wood Dale, IL:$3,395/mo
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Wood Dale, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Wood Dale and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Wood Dale, IL

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Wood Dale have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Wood Dale, IL$7,411/mo$7,127/mo+4.0%
Illinois$7,236/mo$6,979/mo+3.7%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Wood Dale, IL
2024 average cost:$7,411/mo
2023 average cost:$7,127/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$7,236/mo
2023 average cost:$6,979/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in Wood Dale

Recent reviews for memory care in Wood Dale

Melody Living Lake in the Hills

5.0
After my father's death we wanted my mother to be closer to us. She suffered from progressive dementia and needed care on virtually every level. We heard about Melody Living and decided to investigate. We wanted to be sure that her care would be good as her former residence. We visited the ...
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Parkside Manor in Kenosha, WI

5.0
I can only comment about the memory unit. Those girls worked hard to maintain order and keep up. I thought to myself a few times that however much money they are making probably isn't enough. It takes a special person to that job.

The Sheridan at Oak Brook

5.0
Our Activities Director at the Sheridan of Oak Brook rewards its residents with numerous wonderful activities and events that result in large crowds. One significant activity, a favorite of mine, occurs annually and is identified as “ Show and Tell”. Residents are encouraged to bring to a ...
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Wood Dale review score based on 2,805 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 2805 reviews of 361 Wood Dale memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Wood Dale 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

Wood Dale review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Wood Dale, IL361 facilities
8.5
Aurora, IL334 facilities
8.1
Chicago, IL182 facilities

Review subcategories for Wood Dale 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 2,805 reviews of 361 Wood Dale memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Wood Dale 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.
Wood Dale, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.7
Friendliness
3.7
3.8
Care services
3.4
3.5
Staff
3.6
3.6
Meals & dining
3.4
3.3
Activities
3.4
3.3
Value for cost*
3.4
3.4
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Wood Dale memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wood Dale memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wood Dale, 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 Wood Dale 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 Wood Dale that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wood Dale, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
75.7%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
62.4%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.4%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.5%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
86.5%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.3%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.1%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
61.9%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.2%
69.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Wood Dale 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 Wood Dale Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wood Dale, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75.1%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
57.5%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63.3%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.2%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wood Dale 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 Wood Dale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wood Dale, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
55.8%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
65.2%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
60.8%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.3%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
31.8%
22.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Wood Dale 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 Wood Dale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wood Dale, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
61.6%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
70.2%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
52.2%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wood Dale 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 Wood Dale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wood Dale, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
77.1%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
56.1%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
55.2%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
78.7%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
79.8%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
85.1%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.9%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
68%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
78.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
78.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
52.2%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46.4%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
74.9%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Wood Dale

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The Radcliff, The Clare, a CCRC and Discovery Village Des Plaines are the top-rated memory care facilities near Wood Dale, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 361 memory care facilities near Wood Dale, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Wood Dale, Illinois are Discovery Village Des Plaines, The Timbers of Shorewood and Clarendale of Algonquin. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 361 memory care facilities near you in Wood Dale, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Wood Dale, 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 Wood Dale, 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 Wood Dale, Illinois ranges from $$2,766 to $$15,775. The average Memory Care cost in Wood Dale, Illinois is $7,913. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Wood Dale, Illinois typically starts at $$2,766. 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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