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Memory care in Dorchester 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 Dorchester is about $4,952 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 206 communities, read 2765 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Autumn View Gardens, Assisted Living and Memory Care
44 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.9
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67 reviews
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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.
Autumn Gardens provides your loved one with a caring embrace in Creve Coeur. It is a faith-based nonprofit organization. Across all our communities, faith is a cornerstone of how we operate, which means everything we do is in service of our residents. Our assisted living community promotes...
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Photo of Addington Place of Collinsville
55 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.8
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This property is closing but would recommend the other sister locations. Staff is very caring and helpful. They take good care of the residents. The meals were great, my mother enjoyed them. They were...
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.
Let inviting design whisk you through Addington Place of Collinsville, where you’ll find lifestyles abundant in enrichment, fun, and friendship. The community’s residential location creates a peaceful environment with easy access to Collinsville’s conveniences and various attractions.Addington...
Photo of NHC Place Saint Peters Memory Care
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We've had a good experience and would recommend. We picked this community because of all types of beds available as we need them: rehab, memory care and Medicaid. Also close to hospital
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.
We at Villages of St. Peters Memory Care provide specialized care to our “Neighbors” with various forms of dementia and Alzheimer’s. Our state-of-the-art facility provides an open concept and inviting environment. Our neighborhood concept allows for 15 Neighbors to reside in a home-like...
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Photo of Cedarhurst of Springfield IL
2323 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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The staff and nurses at Cedarhurst on Old Jacksonville road are excellent. They are very caring and personalble. The community is very welcoming and relaxed. The facility is clean and well appointed. The...
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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What we like the most about Lake St. Charles is the staff. The staff are wonderful and the facility itself is very clean and well organized. Our loved one is on the independent living section. I cannot...
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.
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Photo of Southview Assisted Living and Memory Care
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.7
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69 reviews
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Everything so far has been great. Great overall experience, perfect size place and not too fancy for mom's taste. Everything seems clean as far as I can tell. Staff is friendly to mom and the family. Mom...
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.
Southview Assisted Living is the premier senior living community in South County near St. Louis, Missouri. We offer, assisted living and Dementia / Memory Care . This newly built senior living community will begin welcoming residents in Summer 2012.We know how difficult change can be, especially...
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22 Floor plans available
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honestly 5 all the way down the list. what we like the most about Garden Villas is the friendliness and quality of care. yes, we would recommend Garden Villas community to other families based on the...
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.
About the community:Garden Villas Luxury Retirement and Assisted Living Community continues the grand tradition of excellence established by the Delmar Gardens Family in 1965. Based in St. Louis and owned by the same local family for over 55 years, everything we do is founded upon a unique...
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Photo of Cedarhurst of Tesson Heights
1919 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.8
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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.
At Cedarhurst of Tesson Heights, 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 St. Louis, Missouri, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living and...
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Photo of Cedarhurst of St. Charles
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99 Floor plans available
8.7
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My husband had a stroke and returned to the facility afterwards & I don't feel he is a good representative to let you know about all the questions you have asked. Everyone is very friendly . I feel the...
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 St. Charles, 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 St. Charles, Missouri, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living and memory...
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Photo of The Boulevard Senior Living of St. Peters
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The staff are always friendly and ready to help! It clicks! Chose this facility over others because of the staff and the cleanliness of the facility! I checked out other places for my friend and the BLVD is...
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.
Welcome to The Boulevard Senior Living of St. Peters, now open in St. Peters, MO! Featuring senior independent living, assisted living and memory care with a classic, homey, and senior-friendly design. Amazing things happen when worries consist of which events to attend or what to order for...
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Photo of Cedarhurst of Bethalto
1515 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.6
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29 reviews
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29 reviews
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The entire staff, resident ambassadors, and residents in general were so kind and welcoming. Facilities were beautiful and apartment sizes were quite generous
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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Photo of Trustwell Living of Springfield
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8.6
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I would like to see more activities. The staff is friendly but I would like to see more interaction from them. Maybe that happens & I just haven't witnessed it. My friend's toilet hasn't been cleaned in over...
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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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 Keystone Place at Richland Creek
1313 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.6
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I feel like my parents receive excellent care in a place that truly makes me feel comfortable for them. The care is outstanding. The facility is beautiful and the residents are amazing, inclusive, and so...
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.
Welcome to Keystone Place at Richland CreekEvery person who chooses to make Keystone their home has not only lived an extraordinary life but shares the desire to keep living life to the fullest.Whether you choose Independent Living, Assisted Living, or Memory Care at Keystone Place at Richland...
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Photo of The Gables at Brady Circle
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I found them to be a great place for respite. It was a clean facility and they seem to have taken great care with my dad while I was away. I will definitely use them in the future and would recommend this...
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.
The Gables at Brady Circle is revolutionizing assisted living care by removing the institutional setting and returning to an intimate, residential social model.We understand that the choice of an assisted living/ Memory Care community is a difficult and stressful process. That is why we embrace...
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Photo of The Grande at Creve Coeur
1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.6
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I couldn’t recommend this place more than I do. When I came to visit The grande, I didn’t have many questions to ask after my tour. I was just in awe. Answered more questions than I had even had didn’t...
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.
At The Sheridan at Creve Coeur, residents pursue their passions within a lively, social atmosphere. They enjoy chef-prepared meals with friends in the elegant dining room, play games in the living rooms, get creative in the art studio, and exercise in the fitness center and physical therapy...
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Photo of Asbury Village
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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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Photo of San Gabriel Memory Care
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We've had a very positive experience this past year. My dad seems to like the staff and the facility. They organize a lot of activities during the day so the residents are always busy. They also 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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Photo of Eastland Retirement Community
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We picked this community, because of the location (closer to children) was an important factor. More importantly, however, was their tiered system for different care levels which some other places did not...
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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Photo of Brightly Senior Living Mascoutah
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Our first two months at Brightly have been great. Everyone has been warm and welcoming and Mom feels right at home. The nursing and PT staff are knowledgeable and have been great in accessing 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.
Brightly Senior Living Mascoutah's services are never an additional cost, whether your loved one needs independent, assisted living or memory care. We structure our living plan to always make it affordable for families and their loved ones while continually striving to provide the utmost care and...
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Marvelous facility! My mom lived at Laclede Groves for the last 3 years of her life. From her 90th birthday party in the first month of her stay to her last week in Laclede’s hospice care, our family was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Home Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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.
Photo of Brookdale West County
1616 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.5
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The staff was very nice and caring, and the facility was clean. However, they could improve on the food service, it was understaffed. Based on the experience we had, we would still recommend Brookdale West...
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.
Embrace FreedomWhat would you do if you woke up each morning in your own private retreat knowing the only thing you were responsible for was cultivating the retirement of your dreams? Here at our assisted living and memory care community in Ballwin, Missouri, you can make that your reality....
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Photo of The Lumiere of Chesterfield
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The staff is kind and friendly. They got to know my mom and sit and just talk with her. They built a relationship with her. This is a must for someone in memory care. The food is amazing. The chef knows my...
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 LUMIERE OF CHESTERFIELDIN CHESTERFIELD, MONestled in a peaceful suburban setting just 30 minutes away from downtown St. Louis, seniors lead a luxurious retirement supported by a full range of personalized care at The Lumiere of Chesterfield. French for light, we live up to our Lumiere...
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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.

Cost of memory care in Dorchester, IL

The average cost of senior living in Dorchester is $4,952 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Carlinville, IL with an average of $4,085 per month.

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

Dorchester, IL
$4,952/mo

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

Dorchester, IL
$4,952/mo
U.S. national average
$4,899/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,952/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,150/mo
Studio
$5,335/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,255/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,704/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,863/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Dorchester over time

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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Dorchester

Recent reviews for memory care in Dorchester

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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Lutheran Senior Services At Breeze Park in St. Charles, MO

4.0
They are pretty good. It's very clean. The staff is pretty friendly. They have stuff going on for activities, but they told me they take them out at least once a week, they told us they had a bus with a lift, and they don't. They told us when she was there she would be able to eat in any of the ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Effective communication between staff and families. Many reviews highlight the importance of clear and frequent communication between staff and families at various communities. For example, at The Grande at Laumeier Park, the staff keeps families informed about their loved ones through regular updates and open dialogue.
Thoughtful and caring staff members. Numerous reviews express appreciation for the friendly and compassionate nature of the staff, such as at Mill Creek Alzheimer's Special Care Center, where the staff is praised for their kindness and attentiveness to residents' needs.
Personalized care tailored to residents' preferences. Residents find joy in the specialized activities and services offered in communities, with staff members catering to individual interests. At The Grande at Laumeier Park, for instance, the staff accommodates residents' dietary needs and preferences.
Safe and secure environment. Reviews often praise the cleanliness and safety of the communities, ensuring residents' well-being. For example, at High Point Residence Taylorville, the facility's welcoming atmosphere and secure environment put families at ease.
Access to quality health care services. Some reviews mention the availability and accessibility of health care services within the communities, allowing for peace of mind. At Fairmont on Clayton, for instance, the on-site health care team helps manage residents' medical needs effectively.
Engaging social activities for residents. Communities provide opportunities for socializing and staying active, with regular events and activities designed to promote interaction and mental stimulation. At Addington Place of Edwardsville, for example, residents enjoy participating in a range of activities tailored to their interests a ...
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Dorchester review score based on 755 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 755 reviews of 186 Dorchester memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dorchester 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

Dorchester review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Dorchester, IL186 facilities
8.8
Wilsonville, IL7 facilities
8.9
Mount Clare, IL6 facilities

Review subcategories for Dorchester 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 755 reviews of 186 Dorchester memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Dorchester 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.
Dorchester, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Dorchester memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dorchester memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dorchester, 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 Dorchester 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 Dorchester that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dorchester, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.5%
65.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40.9%
48.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.6%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.5%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.7%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
27.4%
28.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.8%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
49.5%
61.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
59.7%
72.1%
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 Dorchester 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 Dorchester Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dorchester, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57%
74.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40.3%
46.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.9%
26.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dorchester 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 Dorchester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dorchester, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.1%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
49.5%
45%
No sugar
No sugar
45.2%
41.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.2%
50.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.3%
19.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Dorchester 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 Dorchester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dorchester, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.9%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
44.1%
37.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.8%
23.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Dorchester 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 Dorchester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dorchester, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
57%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.5%
33.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.8%
28.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.7%
54.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.8%
51.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.8%
61.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.8%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.9%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.7%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.1%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
55.9%
48%
Dances
Dances
39.2%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.7%
22.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.8%
46.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 206 memory care facilities near Dorchester, Illinois. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Dorchester, Illinois are The Glenwood Supportive Living of Greenville, Villas of Holly Brook Chatham and The Landing of O'Fallon. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 206 memory care facilities near you in Dorchester, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Dorchester, 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 Dorchester, 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 Dorchester, Illinois ranges from $1 to $10780. The average Memory Care cost in Dorchester, Illinois is $4,952. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Dorchester, Illinois typically starts at $1. 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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