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Memory care in Carbondale 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 Carbondale is about $4,320 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 10 communities, read 64 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

As you explore memory care near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like  You may also consider nearby communities such as Marion, Carterville and Anna.

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My Mom is not thrilled with the food all the time but most of the time. The CNA's are great. They are fun and pay attention to the needs of my mom. The staff are all helpful. The other residents have enjoy...
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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Our dad is genuinely card for & honored. Every day my mom visits, she is treated like family. The staff seem to work well together and made the residents priority.
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 Villas of Holly Brook is the premier assisted living community in Southern Illinois. We are managed by Meridian Senior Living, a national leader in providing quality care for seniors. The community offers 1BR, 2BR, and 2BR deluxe apartment floor plans. Our staffing includes a 40-hour /week RN...
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Everyone is personable and demonstrate a sincere approach with my mother. They care about their patients like it is their parent. I am very fortunate to find such a wonderful place for my mother.
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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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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The staff at this community are friendly and helpful. She loves the food and they keep the community clean. They offer daily activities. I would have to say the administration is a two. If the nurses need...
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.
Carbondale, Illinois is known for its community celebrations. Prairie Living at Chautauqua is an assisted living community whose residents have abundant opportunities for activities and community involvement, as well as a variety of religious and spiritual options. Known as 'Town of Poets' due to...
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We just moved my mom in here. It's really good so far. We like it because it's close by for one thing. It's not quite as nice as were she was but it's more affordable. They have lots of activities. They have...
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, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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One of the best facilities in the area. It has the feel of a resort instead of an assisted living facility. The staff is awesome. The food is wonderful. They use fresh food not just heat and serve from a can
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.
Memory Care Coming Soon! Wait list now forming. Sunshine Gardens is one of the largest independently owned assisted living facilities in Southern Illinois offering full spectrum of services at an affordable fee. We recognize that each individual has his or her own personal needs and we focus on...
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Cost of memory care in Carbondale, IL

The average cost of senior living in Carbondale is $4,320 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Murphysboro, IL with an average of $4,245 per month.

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

Carbondale, IL
$4,320/mo
$4,301/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Carbondale, IL vs. the state and national average

Carbondale, IL
$4,320/mo
U.S. national average
$4,815/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,320/mo

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

Studio
$6,600/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,369/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,826/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in Carbondale

Recent reviews for memory care in Carbondale

The Landings at Reed Station Crossing in Carbondale, IL

3.9
The staff are usually great and I'm sure not appreciated enough for all they do. Sometimes there is not enough staff though. There are several events offered, but some residents seem to get left out. The food has a good variety, but is questionable at times. Rolls or bread should be offered ...
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Sunshine Gardens in Marion, IL

5.0
We have been very pleased with them. The food is really good there. We have eaten there like 3 or 4 times and have enjoyed it every time, it's all home cooked. It's open and airy, with a Florida resort feel, and she really liked that, it's one of the reasons we chose them.

Villas of Holly Brook Herrin in Carterville, IL

5.0
My husband is taken care of, he is content, well fed, has a clean apartment, the whole facility is VERY clean. Every staff member is the most find and understanding.

Carbondale memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carbondale memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carbondale, 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 Carbondale 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 Carbondale that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Carbondale, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
20%
65.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
40%
71.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Carbondale 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 Carbondale Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Carbondale, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
73.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
30%
45.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30%
70.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
30%
26.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Carbondale 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 Carbondale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carbondale, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
44%
No sugar
No sugar
10%
41.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Carbondale 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 Carbondale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Carbondale, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
39.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
22.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carbondale 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 Carbondale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carbondale, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
30%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
10%
33.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
27.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30%
54.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
51.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
60.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
39.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
35.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
10%
30.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
21.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30%
46%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 10 memory care facilities near Carbondale, Illinois. See the full list.

The 10 memory care facilities near you in Carbondale, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Carbondale, 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 Carbondale, 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 Carbondale, Illinois ranges from $2000 to $8900. The average Memory Care cost in Carbondale, Illinois is $4,320. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Carbondale, Illinois typically starts at $2000. 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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