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Memory care in Barrow 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 Barrow is about $4,780 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 57 communities, read 607 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of The Carriages of Rochester
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My mom has been at CC for 1 year. She has dementia and when she went she weighed 85 lbs now she eats 3 healthy meals a day and is so happy there. I don't think there is not anything CC would not do for her...
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.
LIVE THE LIFE YOU LOVE!Making the move to senior living is a big decision. Fortunately, changing where you live doesn't mean changing your whole way of life. At The Carriages of Rochester, you'll find all the choices you need to live the life you love.Our welcoming campus features a variety of...
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Helpful staff, great food, staff takes a vested interest in everyone- even upper management. Recreational activities are fun. I would highly recommend to other families.
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 are Chatham's only ALL INCLUSIVE community. We are pet friendly as well. Tours and admissions accepted 7 days per week.
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So very caring. Couldn't be happier and yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far
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.
The Glenwood of Staunton is located in Staunton, Illinois. This is a town that prides itself on history and simple charm. Family members and active residents alike will enjoy the quaint Main Street atmosphere and the bustling feel of all the years tourists, residents, and enthusiasts who have...
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Our family was very happy with the care our cousin received in the memory care unit at The Boulevard. The staff provided many activities for the residents and their families, including crafts, movies and...
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 Boulevard Senior Living of St. Charles has been serving the seniors of St. Charles since September of 2017. Located in between interstate 70W and 370W, The Boulevard is minutes from restaurants, malls, grocery stores, and The Streets of St. Charles.The Boulevard offers a full continuum of...
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Staff is friendly and work with the residents. Food is good and plentiful along with snacks. I liked that they had a thanksgiving buffet a couple weeks ahead of the holiday, although seating was limited our...
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.
Providing exceptional, loving and healing care to seniors. Our residents are invited to enjoy their days with friends and hobbies instead of filling them with everyday chores and hassles. Our vibrant, charming community offers privacy, comfort and safety with thoughtful amenities and a wide...
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44 Floor plans available
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DAD has been a resident of Charter Senior Living of Godfrey for 12 months. During that time I've been impressed with the attentiveness and the pleasant atmosphere with the staff. Dad says most meals are OK...
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.
At Charter Senior Living of Godfrey we provide truly person-directed care, taking the time to know and work with each resident as an individual and providing them with care that’s as unique as they are. Whether in Assisted Living or Memory Care, our caring, compassionate staff, first-rate...
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The director [name removed] is very nice and helpful. Everyone is always willing to do what is needed to make sure my Mother in law gets the care she needs.
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.
At Cedarhurst of Bethalto, 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 Bethalto, Illinois, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living and memory care...
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I was searching for a place to live after my late husband was discharged from the hospital. I visited several places. While touring the residents were friendly and they seemed very happy. My husband thought...
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.
Garden Villas North represents the epitome of luxury and elegance, warmth and graciousness in retirement and assisted living. Designed for the active senior who has retired from work but not from life, Garden Villas North offers a carefree lifestyle with world class services and...
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22 Floor plans available
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I would give a 5 on all of them. The director [name removed] is absolutely amazing! My dad did not have Alzheimer's but had Parkinson's so it was hard to see him with the other memory care patients. Some of...
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 Mill Creek, we’re dedicated to creating a warm and inviting environment where each resident can honor the experience of aging. Through our Sinceri Senior Living-exclusive Meaningful Moments program, we focus on residents’ psychological, social, and spiritual needs as well as individualized...
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My dad is complaining about food. He and the guys at his table think they lost their main cook. Dad has joined some of the social activities and he likes the live music and singing. We are happy that he goes...
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.
At Cedarhurst of Springfield, IL, 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 Springfield, Illinois, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living and...
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Photo of San Gabriel Memory Care Godfrey
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I would highly recommend San Gabriel Memory Care Godfrey. The staff is nice, friendly, and respectable. It seemed like everything was well cleaned and the food seemed good. I wish my loved one would have...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
San Gabriel Memory Care is a family owned and operated assisted living community dedicated to serving the unique needs of adults with Alzheimer’s and other memory-related illnesses. Our approach is to assist residents on their individual “daily walks” by incorporating personally relevant...
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Photo of Courtyard Estates of Girard
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No matter if you need a quick move in or have time for a planned move in they can accommodate if the space is available. They will work to get your loved one in and feeling like home in no time. All the...
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.
Courtyard Estates’ rich history has deep roots within our community. We have over 100 years of experience caring for the ones you love. In 1905, we began caring for the elderly and a small group of orphans as “The Home”, a ministry of the Church of the Brethren.Today, we provide both independent...
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It was the Social Worker who decided that my mother cannot stay there anymore due to the doctor stating she needs more care and he wanted us to leave and take her out within one day and I told her no that we...
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.
Photo of Rochester Estates Senior Living
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8.5
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They are not well versed with dementia patients. Although their brochure stated they were a memory care. They are not. We would recommend this community to residents without dementia
Provides: Assisted 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.
Rochester Estates Senior Living is an assisted living community situated in beautiful Rochester, Sangamon County, Illinois. Located within minutes of the historic Illinois capital of Springfield, Rochester boasts the best of both worlds. Rochester still maintains that small town feel while...
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My mother loves the clean, open environment. She loves the friendliness of the staff. They need to increase their nurse staff so they can get RX medications distributed timely.
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.
Welcome to Trustwell Living of Springfield! Whether you are a resident, team member, visiting family member or guest, every person who walks through the door of a Trustwell Living community is treated like family. Our caring team looks forward to continuing to provide the quality care and...
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My dad really enjoys the staff. They are respectful, kind, and attentive. The apartment size is perfect for him. The staff keeps it clean for him, while also doing his laundry once per week.
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.
Eastland is owned and operated by the Moose family of Auburn Illinois. Eastland Retirement Community provides the best of both worlds – the independence residents want with the support they need.Eastland offers a clean and comfortable atmosphere with a caring and friendly staff. Our quiet,...
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My parents are currently residents at Cedarhurst of Godfrey. We initially had some issues with prescriptions. They also have staffing issues. Although I haven't eaten there, my parents say that the food is...
Provides: Assisted 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.
At Cedarhurst of Godfrey, 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 Godfrey, Illinois, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living.Cedarhurst of...
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I have been here only a month and found that I made the right decision My Villa is very comfortable and up to date The staff is very kind and helpful. The food is also very good I have made many new...
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.
Asbury Village is a 120-acre campus located in Godfrey, Illinois. Opened in late 1997, the community features 44 duplex Patio Homes referred to as Villas, as well as 64 Independent Living apartments, known as the Wiseman-Pollock Residence. There are also 44 Assisted Living apartments on campus...
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Timber Creek and the people that work there are fantastic! We picked thic community because, My mom's childhood friend was already living there. I'm ready to move in myself. I would recommend this community...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Photo of Fields of Florissant
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I will rate all categories a 5! This place is clean, staff is friendly and accommodating, everyone is engaged in the overall care of the residents! They seem to be cloning these friendly, helpful, and...
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 Garden Plaza of Florissant, Missouri, offers a dynamic lifestyle for seniors looking to get the most out of their retirement.Whether you prefer independent living in your own private patio home, assisted living with an apartment floor plan of your choice or a memory care neighborhood tailored...
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Even though my time was short with the Pointe due to Moms death, I was pleased with the whole process and the staff was wonderful - they were so kind and caring.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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My parents needed more help than we could give and we toured Cedarhurst. I instantly knew this is the right place. Good care, friendly staff that treats them like their own parents. Activities are good &...
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.
At Cedarhurst of Jacksonville, 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 Jacksonville, Illinois, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living and memory...
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We are very impressed with where our loved one is at, the appearance and the smell of the community really stood out to us. As an inspector for the state, we could tell the maintenance team is on top of...
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.
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Called about my dad moving there at 8am, and by 4pm; he was moved in. It was a relief knowing that he was being taken care of, and although I love my dad more than life itself, I finally was able to sleep...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Services provided at no additional cost: Private room and private bath 3 nutritious meals per day and snacks Medication administration including insulin administration Housekeeping services Laundry service Activities Our company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our...
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Villas of South Park Chatham is a beautiful facility. The staff is caring and responds quickly to my loved one's needs. They offer a lot of activities, although not a lot to his particular interests. The...
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.

Cost of memory care in Barrow, IL

The average cost of senior living in Barrow is $4,780 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Scottville, IL with an average of $4,079 per month.

Memory care costs in Barrow, IL, vs. nearby cities

Barrow, IL
$4,780/mo
$4,779/mo
$4,711/mo

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

Barrow, IL
$4,780/mo
U.S. national average
$4,943/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,780/mo

Memory care costs in Barrow, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,243/mo
Studio
$4,927/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,014/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,191/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,335/mo

Senior living costs in Barrow 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: Barrow, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBarrow, ILIllinoisU.S.
Memory Care$4,780/mo$5,387/mo$4,943/mo
Assisted Living$4,780/mo$5,367/mo$4,710/mo
Independent Living$3,624/mo$4,450/mo$4,158/mo
Memory Care
Barrow, IL:$4,780/mo
Illinois:$5,387/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
Assisted Living
Barrow, IL:$4,780/mo
Illinois:$5,367/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Independent Living
Barrow, IL:$3,624/mo
Illinois:$4,450/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
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Memory care costs in Barrow, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Barrow 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 Barrow, IL

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Barrow 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 median 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
Barrow, IL$6,522/mo$6,215/mo+4.9%
Illinois$6,939/mo$6,291/mo+10.3%
National$6,308/mo$5,864/mo+7.6%
Barrow, IL
2024 average cost:$6,522/mo
2023 average cost:$6,215/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$6,939/mo
2023 average cost:$6,291/mo
Percent change:+10.3%
National
2024 average cost:$6,308/mo
2023 average cost:$5,864/mo
Percent change:+7.6%
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What families are saying about memory care in Barrow

Recent reviews for memory care in Barrow

Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Springfield

5.0
My dad has lived in the Villas of Hollybrook for almost a year. The administration and staff have been caring and attentive to his needs. We are very grateful for the precautions that have been taken regarding covid-19. They recognize the severity of the virus as well as the importance of ...
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Cedarhurst of Jacksonville

4.1
My siblings and I have been very happy with the care and the physical facility of Cedarhurst. They strive to keep it clean, friendly and a well cared for community.

The Pointe at Jacksonville

5.0
I was very pleased with the entire experience. I would tell them to encourage their loved ones to move there. Not only were the employees kind and helpful but the residents were friendly. Staff members are very caring.

Barrow review score based on 184 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 184 reviews of 53 Barrow memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Barrow 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

Barrow review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
Barrow, IL53 facilities
8.6
Roodhouse, IL70 facilities
8.6
Alsey, IL47 facilities

Review subcategories for Barrow 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 184 reviews of 53 Barrow memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Barrow 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.
Barrow, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.3
Care services
4.0
3.9
Staff
4.2
4.1
Meals & dining
3.9
3.8
Activities
4.0
3.8
Value for cost*
3.9
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Barrow memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barrow memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barrow, 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 Barrow 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 Barrow that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Barrow, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
54.7%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
18.9%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.3%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.1%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.1%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.2%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
49.1%
59%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
49.1%
69.2%
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 Barrow 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 Barrow Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Barrow, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.6%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32.1%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
39.6%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17%
25.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Barrow 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 Barrow partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Barrow, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.4%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
43.4%
40.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.6%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.5%
20.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Barrow 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 Barrow communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Barrow, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.8%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.5%
39.2%
Room service
Room service
30.2%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.5%
22.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barrow 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 Barrow offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Barrow, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
54.7%
44.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.3%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.9%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.1%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.3%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.5%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.8%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.8%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.7%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
54.7%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
34%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
30.2%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.1%
45.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for memory care in Barrow

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

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 57 memory care facilities near Barrow, Illinois. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Barrow, Illinois is Villas of Holly Brook Chatham. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 57 memory care facilities near you in Barrow, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Barrow, 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 Barrow, 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 Barrow, Illinois ranges from $2130 to $8300. The average Memory Care cost in Barrow, Illinois is $4,780. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Barrow, Illinois typically starts at $2130. 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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