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Memory care in Empire 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 Empire is about $5,630 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 11 communities, read 163 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Sugar Creek Alzheimer's Special Care CenterCommunity card badge
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22 Floor plans available
9.8
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37 reviews
9.8
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37 reviews
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The cleanliness, friendliness and the way they took care of our mother. Everyone cared for her like their own grandmother. We couldn't expect anything more. Great Place to have your loved one go.
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.
Sugar Creek Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is located in Normal, a charming suburb of Bloomington, Illinois. The one-story community features an outdoor courtyard, cozy common spaces, and a homelike atmosphere. Just off interstates 55 and 74, residents enjoy easy access to shopping and dining...
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Photo of Carriage Crossing Bloomington
2222 Photos available
9.5
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19 reviews
9.5
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19 reviews
5 star
63%
4 star
32%
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The staff and residents at Carriage Crossing have all been very friendly and welcoming. The staff appears to genuinely care for their residents. After a short adjustment period, my mom has settled in and is...
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.
Located near the intersection of I-55 and I-74, Carriage Crossing Bloomington provides a picturesque senior lifestyle just minutes from the Carle BroMenn and OSF St. Joseph Medical Centers. Schedule a tour and experience our spacious Assisted Living apartments, innovative on-site Memory Care and...
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Photo of The Glenwood Assisted Living of Mahomet
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8.5
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5 reviews
8.5
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5 reviews
5 star
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Everything I say is 5. That is is wonderful, friendly, and their Facebook page keeps you updated. They went beyond for my mom while she was there. We would absolutely recommend The Glenwood community to...
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.
Experience respectful assisted living in a beautiful space when you choose The Glenwood of Mahomet, assisted living community located in Mahomet, Illinois. Our acres of beautiful landscaping, incredible attention to detail, and modern spaces really make it a home-like location and one that's...
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7.9
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15 reviews
7.9
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15 reviews
5 star
53%
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27%
3 star
7%
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13%
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The company is in bankruptcy. They are trying hard to maintain their top quality care but it's not possible with the high staff turnover.
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.
Luther Oaks offers vibrant, grace-filled senior living in a welcoming and friendly environment in a peaceful and scenic location. Residents and team members alike share and embrace the comfort, well-being, and peace of mind of a continuing care retirement community. (CCRC) Luther Oaks has earned...
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7.8
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26 reviews
7.8
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26 reviews
5 star
31%
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34%
3 star
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At times there is only 1 caregiver on duty for 15 residents and there are some very high fall risk that can not be left to tend to another need until someone comes from other side. There is not good...
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.
If you think there’s not much going on in a senior living community, you’ve never been to Bickford. Imagine your loved one enjoying delicious, scratch-made meals, having a friendly caregiver always nearby, and a calendar chock-full of social activities. Our family of caregivers will do whatever...
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7.0
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8 reviews
7.0
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8 reviews
5 star
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Overall the staff are kind, warm, and my parents have experienced many staff to be quite loving and emotionally generous. While some staff are more adept at engaging residents on the memory care unit,...
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 Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Memory Care has been exceptionally designed and built to meet the needs, wants and desires of those moving into this grand community.We are the leader in providing compassionate and quality senior care. We focus on unique needs of each of our residents...
Photo of Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections - Bloomington South
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I recently moved my parents into Villas of Hollybrook from out of state. It was challenging on many levels and the staff was exceptional in helping navigate all challenges! They made sure we had all 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.
The Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Memory Care is a sate-of-the-art licensed assisted living community. We offer our residents the comforts of their own home while providing for their needs with a customized care plan. Each member of our staff is committed to helping our residents live...
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5.3
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40 reviews
5.3
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40 reviews
5 star
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I believe they have the same issues as other facilities - retaining quality help, specifically CNA's & frequently having to hire people not suited to caring for elderly. They don't last long. Turnover is...
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.
Since 1990, Capital Senior Living has grown to become one of the largest senior living providers in the United States. With a goal of offering affordable housing and an enriched lifestyle to thousands of seniors, our dedicated team of professionals succeeds in providing quality care in each of...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of memory care in Empire, IL

The average cost of senior living in Empire is $5,630 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gibson City, IL with an average of $4,142 per month.

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

Empire, IL
$5,630/mo
$4,641/mo

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

Empire, IL
$5,630/mo
U.S. national average
$4,900/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,630/mo

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

Semi-Private
$7,840/mo
Studio
$5,526/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,077/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,968/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Empire over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Empire

Recent reviews for memory care in Empire

Bickford of Bloomington

5.0
I have never been so happy with a place in my life. Bickford was not initially my first choice. Bickford has been so helpful through the whole 9 month process of moving my mom from a rehab out of state. They have been like a second family to my mom. Just like everyone she is having a hard time ...
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Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections - Bloomington East

4.3
Overall the staff are kind, warm, and my parents have experienced many staff to be quite loving and emotionally generous. While some staff are more adept at engaging residents on the memory care unit, professional development occurs. Rooms are given a light cleaning, my mother has never been ...
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Evergreen Senior Living in Normal, IL

5.0
Evergreen is the best place. If I couldn't be at home, this is where I would want to be. I have made many friends. A high school friend of mine is here. I have other family planning to move here because I told them how nice it is.

Empire review score based on 66 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 66 reviews of 9 Empire memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Empire 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

Empire review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Empire, IL9 facilities
7.3
Le Roy, IL73 facilities
7.4
Farmer City, IL8 facilities

Review subcategories for Empire 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 66 reviews of 9 Empire memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Empire 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.
Empire, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Empire memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Empire memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Empire, 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 Empire 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 Empire that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Empire, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
88.9%
65.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
48.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
88.9%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.1%
28.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
88.9%
61.4%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
77.8%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Empire 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 Empire Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Empire, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
77.8%
74.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
77.8%
46.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
77.8%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.1%
26.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Empire 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 Empire partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Empire, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
66.7%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
45%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
42%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
50.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.3%
19.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Empire 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 Empire communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Empire, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
66.7%
37.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Empire 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 Empire offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Empire, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
77.8%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
77.8%
33.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
55.6%
28.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
77.8%
54.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
88.9%
52%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
88.9%
61.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
77.8%
40%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.4%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
77.8%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
88.9%
47.8%
Live performances
Live performances
77.8%
48%
Dances
Dances
66.7%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
55.6%
22.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
77.8%
46.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 11 memory care facilities near Empire, Illinois. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Empire, Illinois is Sugar Creek Alzheimer's Special Care Center. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 11 memory care facilities near you in Empire, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Empire, 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 Empire, 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 Empire, Illinois ranges from $590 to $10360. The average Memory Care cost in Empire, Illinois is $5,630. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Empire, Illinois typically starts at $590. 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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