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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Darien, WI

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Memory care in Darien 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 Darien is about $6,679 per month.

To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 408 communities, read 8755 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Janesville, Lake Geneva and Burlington.

Darien Memory Care Facilities | 8755 Reviews

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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: 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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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.
Frontida's Fardale Home offers a comfortable, home-like environment located on Milwaukee's South Side. The home is designed with large, bright, open living and dining areas that are easily accessible from each resident's private room. The atmosphere supports a sense of community and family...
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.
 You have spent a lifetime helping others and now it's time to do something special just for you. Barton Senior Residences of Zion gives you the time and opportunity to start enjoying senior living. Located on over 3 1/2 acres near Illinois Beach State Park ,Barton Senior Residences offers a...
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.
St. Monica's Senior Citizens Home, founded in 1971, sits on 40 wooded acres bordering the Root River in Racine, WI. In the spirit of our foundreses the Sisters of St. Rita, we provide a compassionate, safe loving family home environment that respects the dignity of all residents. We meet the...
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
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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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This facility really helped my Mother get in here and even though they couldn’t get her a room with a window, they are willing to let her move to one when it’s available. For the activities, they offer...
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.
Oak Crest Retirement Home - it's living in an assisted living home, with seniors like yourself, a home one would be proud to call their own. We can give assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, medication monitoring and dressing in a home like atmosphere with plenty of tender...
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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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This community was very good and the care staff are really good. We are happy with our loved one here.
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.
Welcome to Capitol Lakes! Capitol Lakes is downtown Madison, Wisconsin's only continuing care retirement community! Our entire campus is infused with the energy and inspiration of our vibrant location right in the heart of one of the Midwest's most sought after retirement destinations. We embrace...
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My mom was at the facility for 1 year it was an amazing experience for her. The caring staff always went above and beyond. They made my mom feel as an important member of the family. Everyone there was...
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.
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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.
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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
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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
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.
Lutheran Home and Harwood Place provides a full continuum of care and services. The Lutheran Home provides rehabilitation services, skilled nursing, specialized memory care assisted living, adult day services and child care. Harwood Place provides assisted living and independent living. Memory...
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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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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
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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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This is truly a lovely community, the staff is caring for her very well. They do a very good job with keeping her room and the community nice and clean. The staff is very good with informing me about...
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.
St. Anne's Salvatorian Campus, the 'Home With A Heart', has a 135-year history of caring for the elderly of greater Milwaukee. It was founded in 1876 by Little Sisters of the Poor, who transferred sponsorship in 1992 to Sisters of the Divine Savior (Salvatorians). In keeping with the core values...
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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: 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
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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.
Dupar Assisted Living (DALE) provides residential long-term care housing that is state regulated and monitored.DALE provides oversight and services to meet the residents' individualized scheduled needs, based on the residents' assestments and service plans and their unscheduled needs as they...

Cost of memory care in Darien, WI

The average cost of senior living in Darien is $6,679 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Janesville, WI with an average of $5,728 per month.

Memory care costs in Darien, WI, vs. state and national averages

Darien, WI
$6,679/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

Memory care costs in Darien, WI, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$6,679/mo

Memory care costs in Darien, WI, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,964/mo
Studio
$5,916/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,067/mo

Senior living costs in Darien 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: Darien, WI
Column state: Wisconsin
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDarien, WIWisconsinU.S.
Memory Care$6,679/mo$7,352/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$6,371/mo$5,889/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$2,507/mo$3,028/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Darien, WI:$6,679/mo
Wisconsin:$7,352/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Darien, WI:$6,371/mo
Wisconsin:$5,889/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Darien, WI:$2,507/mo
Wisconsin:$3,028/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Darien, WI, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Darien 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.

Darien, WIWI stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Darien, WI

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Darien 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Darien, WI$7,683/mo$6,789/mo+13.2%
Wisconsin$6,472/mo$6,100/mo+6.1%
National$6,041/mo$5,772/mo+4.7%
Darien, WI
2024 average cost:$7,683/mo
2023 average cost:$6,789/mo
Percent change:+13.2%
Wisconsin
2024 average cost:$6,472/mo
2023 average cost:$6,100/mo
Percent change:+6.1%
National
2024 average cost:$6,041/mo
2023 average cost:$5,772/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in Darien

Recent reviews for memory care in Darien

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.

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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Darien review score based on 1,453 family reviews

7.8
Review score408 facilities1453 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1453 reviews of 408 Darien memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Darien 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

Darien review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Darien, WI408 facilities
8.1
Kenosha, WI421 facilities
8.2
Janesville, WI69 facilities

Review subcategories for Darien 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 1,453 reviews of 408 Darien memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Darien 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.
Darien, WI averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
3.7
Friendliness
3.7
3.8
Care services
3.2
3.5
Staff
3.6
3.6
Meals & dining
3.3
3.3
Activities
3.4
3.3
Value for cost*
3.3
3.4
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Darien memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Darien memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Darien, 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 Darien 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 Darien that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Darien, WINational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.8%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
34.6%
47.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.8%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.5%
98.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.7%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.7%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.3%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.7%
59.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72%
69.6%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Darien 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 Darien Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Darien, WINational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.6%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.8%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.3%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Darien 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 Darien partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Darien, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.8%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.7%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
41%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40.8%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.9%
22.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Darien 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 Darien communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Darien, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.1%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.9%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
34.9%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Darien 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 Darien offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Darien, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
54.8%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.8%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.2%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
67.3%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.7%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.1%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.9%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.8%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
58.5%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
30.7%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.1%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.3%
46.3%
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State regulations for memory care in Darien

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 Wisconsin memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Darien protect seniors.
Learn about Wisconsin memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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