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Memory care in Wilkinson 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 Wilkinson is about $5,672 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 292 communities, read 9762 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Everyone is nice and accommodating. They have good activities for the residents. My Mom is able to move around the facility without any issues. The food is outstanding.They took a group out for lunch one day...
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.
There's a reason Bickford stands out in the world of senior living. Our focus? Ensuring your loved one feels at home, with delicious meals straight from our scratch kitchen, a roster of engaging activities, and the constant company of our devoted caregivers. But that's not all. Our HigherPath...
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The place is very clean and bright. The CNAs are super kind, they seem like they really care about my dad and the residents. Sometimes there's a bit of a wait though when you buzz for someone, but that's to...
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.
Dedicated to Good LivingPathway to Living’s longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Azpira Place of Lake Zurich community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one....
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Everyone there was very nice and helpful to my dad. It is a bit expensive, but overall a great place. I have heard that new owners have taken control since my Dad left and quite a few of the staff were...
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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We chose Cedarhurst of Woodstock because of the facility's close proximity to me and very clean facility and responsive staff. They have a really great activities director there. My uncle is very happy...
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.
At Cedarhurst of Woodstock, it’s our mission to tailor senior living to you so you can feel loved, valued, and supported each and every day. Our senior living community in Woodstock, Illinois, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living and memory care...
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Staff have all been very helpful. The food is not appealing to the residents. They might need a new chef. There needs to be an activity director that gets people excited about the activities so they would...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
The Grand Victorian of Rockford is located in an all-American city of 150,000 with all the attractions and services of a large metropolis but with the pace and lifestyle of a smaller town. Nicknamed 'The Forest City,' Rockford is a city of tree-lined streets and quiet, friendly neighborhoods. The...
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Originally I placed [name removed] at Artis of Elmhurst via a place for mom over 2 years ago, which was taken over several months ago by Chapters, which lasted a few months, which was just taken over by...
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.
At Chapters Living of Elmhurst, we recognize it’s a privilege to serve as a dedicated support system for our residents. With a deep commitment to personalized care, our compassionate teams strive to create tailored experiences for our residents, ensuring their individual needs are met. Through...
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Positives: The professional staff is very friendly and capable: the physical therapists, the exercise teachers, the EMTs, the buildings and grounds, and ---mostly---the front desk people. The medical...
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.
Sedgebrook, located in Lincolnshire, Lake County, Illinois is a premier assisted living community in the area. The community is designed to fit the lives of each unique individual. With state of the art amenities installed on site, the community has a life of its own, despite it being surrounded...
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They've been a bit slow to fix some issues like internet and a list of other items. All in all, people are decent and Mom is pretty happy there. Just would like faster and better responsiveness on smaller...
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.
Bridgeway of Bensenville features independent living homes and apartments offering a worry-free lifestyle. Additionally, Bridgeway of Bensenville offers various levels of assisted living and memory care to those that require more help with daily activities.Lifestyle Amenities:Choice of large...
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They are always there for me and my father. Whatever we need they are there for us and are very helpful and friendly. They answer all my questions and my concerns. Room sizes in memory care, they are big...
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.
Rock Run Place offers a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you everyday. Assisted Living and Memory Care levels of care are available on our campus. Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to...
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At that time we were able to negotiate on the apartment price, but not the care They gave two separate numbers you paid care for one thing and you paid for the apartment separately So it made it more...
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.
With our HigherPath senior health model leading the way, Bickford redefines senior living. It's not just about care; it's about proactive well-being, enabling your loved one to live happier, healthier — longer.Our approach clearly resonates — our happiness ratings among residents are double the...
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Photo of Prairie Crossing Assisted Living
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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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There have been a few things that needed to be addressed, but The Grand Regency is receptive and responsive to concerns. I believe there's an adjustment period with any long term facility, where they need...
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.
The Apartments Designed to provide a secure and comfortable environment, the spacious studio apartments feel like home. Features include efficient kitchenettes with waist-height refrigerators/freezers and microwaves, full bathrooms, handicap accessible with individual showers. Furnishings are...
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We chose Heritage Woods of South Elgin because of the convenient location, they accept Medicaid, and just the overall gut feeling. I toured 7 places and I got the best feeling here. The director of sales is...
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.
Adults 65 or better may qualify for Illinois Supportive Living Program, an assisted lifestyle.Seniors of all income levels are welcome, including those on Medicaid or only Social Security. Carefree Living at its finest include: *  Private Apartments *  Restaurant Style Dining...
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I don't have any negative feedback whatsoever . The facility has been a good fit for my mother in law. As I have recently toured facilities for my mother, I've noticed some are newer, brighter, and have...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Part of the magic of retirement is that it's time to relax and enjoy all you've worked for through the years. It's time to dream. Time to socialize. Time to take up a new hobby. Because we are a rental community, there is no long term financial commitment or ownership through an endowment fee....
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We felt that Prairie View sincerely cared for our brother and his health. They respected him and took care of him. We feel that staff were always attentive, courteous and sincere! We feel we got the best...
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.
Dimensions Living Winnebago is located in picturesque Winnebago, Illinois. It is a village located in Winnebago County. It is a very small town, with a population of only over 3,000. The village has a total area of only 1.9 square miles. The beautiful green grass fields and the small town...
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The staff has been fantastic since my grandmother moved in six months ago. The building is beautiful and well kept. As difficult as this process has been, this part of it has been very pleasant. I'm happy if...
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.
Rates vary between $4,500 and $6,000 per month depending on room configuration (Private of Semi-Private) and the resident's individual care needs, which are determined upon initial assessment. This 160 year old, 7,700 square foot Victorian home is one of the oldest buildings in Harvard, and after...
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Like most people in this situation, this was a difficult situation for our family. The people at Shepherd Premier eased our concerns immediately. We went from terrified to excited about my dad moving in. He...
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.
Shepherd Premier Living Crystal Lake II offers assisted living and memory care to seniors and their families in and around Crystal Lake, Illinois. In the quiet rolling green fields and white picket fences of Crystal Lake, it’s easy to forget that this is a suburb of Chicago. But if residents or...
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I would recommend 100% because of everything they offer. The price is the highest I've seen but since they take Medicaid it ends up working out. We picked this community, because they could get my dad on...
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.
At Alden of Waterford, you become part of a continuum of care community offering the warmth of a friendly village, the amenities of a lively resort and the skilled medical services of a superb health facility all within pleasant, safe surroundings. Should you ever need rehab therapy or treatment...
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Far better care than I thought my mother would receive. Whole family very appreciative of how well they cared for her and the other pts. They were attentive and kind. Also very clean without usual LTC...
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.
The Courts of Waterford in Aurora, DuPage County, Illinois is an assisted living community specializing in memory care. Our tranquil community offers a nurturing environment and all the comforts of home. From the flowing waters of our fountain to the luxury hotel style setting, our 38-arce...
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They have been phenomenal. If we could give the friendliness of the staff a 10 we would. Like, seriously, the people are so nice, friendly, kind and patient. They made my mom and dad feel so welcomed in a...
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.
The Garlands is a unique community for people ages 55 and older that offers residents an uncompromising lifestyle in a resort setting with unprecedented amenities and services. The Garlands homes offer superb construction, thoughtful interior design and the finest quality. They feature large and...
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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.
WELCOME TO THE HEATHERS SENIOR HOMES IN RINGWOOD, ILLINOISThe Personalized and Personal Care we provide in the beautiful 7 bedroom ranch home is the new Assisted Living and Memory Care of serving the residents with dedication and love. Your can choose Private or Shared setting at affordable...
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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.
The Suites of Beloit offers bright and comfortable rooms that allow residents to enjoy their personal space; outdoor courtyards and spacious lounges throughout the center offer a vibrant social scene.
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It felt very homey. Everyone was friendly. Dad and I were invited to have lunch there. Everything is on one floor. Always care givers around. Other places were nice but felt like I was in a hotel. He...
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.
Experience Award Winning Senior Living with 5-Star Resort Hospitality at the Areas Most Affordable Prices. Liberty Court of Dixon provides all these with a warm and personal touch. Be our guest at one of the Illinois finest Assisted Living communities and enjoy quality food, friends, and...
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The activities were fun and the staff was pretty mindful of the wandering patients...Yes, we would recommend Maple Glen Memory Care to other families based on the experience we had
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.
The Koelsch family has more than six decades in developing, building and operating senior housing. The tradition began in 1958 when Emmett Koelsch and Alice Koelsch-Schultz founded the company and employed the simple philosophy, 'Treat all people with the respect they deserve and the special...
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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.
The Oasis of PlainfieldOpening late summer 2025!Nestled a short distance from the heart of historic downtown Plainfield, our Plainfield community is designed to be a place of peace and belonging—a warm, home-like environment where residents feel safe, supported, and engaged. Comfort is at the...
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Cost of memory care in Wilkinson, IL

The average cost of senior living in Wilkinson is $5,672 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Davis Junction, IL with an average of $4,427 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Wilkinson, IL vs. nearby cities

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$5,774/mo
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Wilkinson, IL vs. the state and national average

Wilkinson, IL
$5,672/mo
U.S. national average
$4,913/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Wilkinson vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,672/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Wilkinson, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$5,601/mo
Studio
$5,827/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,021/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,232/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,413/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Wilkinson over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Wilkinson

Recent reviews for memory care in Wilkinson

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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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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Effective behavior management and redirection. Many reviews mention the kindness and patience of staff in handling challenging behavior from residents. At Harvester Place, for example, the caregivers were praised for calmly redirecting agitated residents and keeping the community peaceful. In communities like The Laurel at Vernon Hills, ...
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Comprehensive medication management. Medication management was a major concern for some families, and they were reassured by the thorough and attentive care provided at their loved ones' communities. At Aspen Woods of Vernon Hills, for instance, the staff were commended for administering medications efficiently and ensuring prope ...
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Secure and peaceful environment. Several reviews highlighted the importance of a calm and secure environment for memory care residents. At Encore at South Barrington, the feeling of safety and tranquility was cited as a reason for choosing the community. The staff at Sunrise of Prospect Heights were praised for making sure ...
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Thoughtful eating experiences and diet accommodations. Many residents found joy in the dining experiences at their memory care communities. At Aspen Woods of Vernon Hills, for example, the chef catered to individual preferences and dietary needs. Families at Anam Care/ Anam Glen were impressed by the variety of food options and the staff's atten ...
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Individually tailored care plans. Customized care plans were mentioned in numerous reviews as a key factor in ensuring that memory care residents received the attention they needed. At Terra Vista of Oakbrook Terrace, the staff were praised for taking the time to understand each resident's unique needs and creating personalize ...
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Engaging activities for memory care residents. Keeping memory care residents engaged and active was a priority for many communities. At Encore at South Barrington, for instance, the team organized games, crafts, and music sessions to encourage socialization. The residents at Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Geneva enjoye ...
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Wilkinson review score based on 2,021 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 2021 reviews of 274 Wilkinson memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Wilkinson 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

Wilkinson review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
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Review subcategories for Wilkinson 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 2,021 reviews of 274 Wilkinson memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Wilkinson 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.
Wilkinson, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Wilkinson memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wilkinson memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wilkinson, 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 Wilkinson 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 Wilkinson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wilkinson, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
73%
66.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
56.9%
48.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.1%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.9%
98.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
83.6%
72.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.2%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.8%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65.3%
61.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.5%
72.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Wilkinson 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 Wilkinson Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wilkinson, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75.2%
74.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
55.8%
46.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63.1%
70.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.9%
26.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wilkinson 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 Wilkinson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wilkinson, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
55.5%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
58.4%
45.5%
No sugar
No sugar
54.4%
42.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.7%
51.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28.5%
20.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Wilkinson 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 Wilkinson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wilkinson, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
54.4%
32.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.1%
40.8%
Room service
Room service
49.3%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.9%
23.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Wilkinson 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 Wilkinson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wilkinson, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
74.1%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
55.1%
34.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
53.3%
29.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
77%
54.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
76.3%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
81%
61.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.4%
40.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
61.3%
36.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63.5%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75.5%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
75.5%
48.5%
Dances
Dances
45.6%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.2%
22.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
73.4%
47.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Northbrook, Clarendale of Algonquin and Dimensions Living Clinton are the top-rated memory care facilities near Wilkinson, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 292 memory care facilities near Wilkinson, Illinois. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Wilkinson, Illinois are Brookdale Northbrook, Clarendale of Algonquin and Dimensions Living Clinton. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 292 memory care facilities near you in Wilkinson, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Wilkinson, 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 Wilkinson, 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 Wilkinson, Illinois ranges from $700 to $28400. The average Memory Care cost in Wilkinson, Illinois is $5,672. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Wilkinson, Illinois typically starts at $700. 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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