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Memory care in Joy 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 Joy is about $4,477 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 86 communities, read 568 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Kensington of Galesburg
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.
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.
Photo of The Summit of Bettendorf
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.
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.
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.
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.
Grand Haven is a 53 apartment community that offers both independent and assisted living options. Our Individualized service plan is tailored to your needs. Independent and Assisted living apartments are mixed throughout the building. The services come to your door. You can choose from...
Photo of Courtyard Estates Of Knoxville
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.
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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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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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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Photo of Silver Palms
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 Parkview Home
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.
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 Liberty Village
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.
Photo of United Presbyterian Home
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 Washington Care Ctr
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.
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.
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 of Galva is a beautiful, well-maintained assisted living community located in Galva, Illinois. Our modern community is within minutes of all of Peoria's numerous shopping and entertainment options. Our residents benefit from the impressive landscape, park-like setting, and...
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.
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 Iowa City Rehab-Health Care
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 Maggie's House Assisted Living
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 Maggie's House Assisted Living
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 Mercy Hospital
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.
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.

Cost of memory care in Joy, IL

The average cost of senior living in Joy is $4,477 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Henderson, IL with an average of $3,755 per month.

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

Joy, IL
$4,477/mo
$4,379/mo

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

Joy, IL
$4,477/mo
U.S. national average
$4,943/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,477/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,509/mo
Studio
$5,124/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,840/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,497/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,775/mo

Senior living costs in Joy 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: Joy, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeJoy, ILIllinoisU.S.
Memory Care$4,477/mo$5,387/mo$4,943/mo
Assisted Living$4,411/mo$5,367/mo$4,710/mo
Independent Living$3,542/mo$4,450/mo$4,158/mo
Memory Care
Joy, IL:$4,477/mo
Illinois:$5,387/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
Assisted Living
Joy, IL:$4,411/mo
Illinois:$5,367/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Independent Living
Joy, IL:$3,542/mo
Illinois:$4,450/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
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What families are saying about memory care in Joy

Recent reviews for memory care in Joy

Bickford of Davenport

5.0
My mom's memory is improving, before she would say little phrases and now she is asking me questions. They have challenging activities and she participates in a lot of things. I talked with the staff and they tell me she is pleasant and happy. She is where she should be and they treat her with ...
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New Perspective Silvis

4.7
We have been very happy with New Perspectives in Silvis, IL. The facility is very clean and inviting. The staff is very friendly. They have done everything possible to make Mom's transition as easy as possible!

Silvercrest at Garner in Davenport, IA

5.0
My apartment is very nice and nicely decorated. I got the first floor so I do not have to take the elevator. I like the fact that they always have a lot of activities going on, and they are optional. They have a continental breakfast every morning and the option for lunch or breakfast. The food ...
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Joy review score based on 178 family reviews

8.4
Review score79 facilities178 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 178 reviews of 79 Joy memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Joy 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

Joy review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Joy, IL79 facilities
8.4
New Boston, IL7 facilities
8.3
Aledo, IL76 facilities

Review subcategories for Joy 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 178 reviews of 79 Joy memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Joy 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.
Joy, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
4.3
Care services
3.9
3.9
Staff
4.2
4.1
Meals & dining
3.8
3.8
Activities
3.9
3.8
Value for cost*
3.8
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Joy memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Joy memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Joy, 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 Joy 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 Joy that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Joy, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
46.8%
63.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
17.7%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50.6%
69.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.5%
27.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
39.2%
59%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40.5%
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 Joy 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 Joy Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Joy, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
43%
71.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.8%
44.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.3%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.5%
25.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Joy 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 Joy partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Joy, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.2%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.8%
43.8%
No sugar
No sugar
24.1%
40.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.6%
49.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.1%
20.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Joy 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 Joy communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Joy, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.2%
39.2%
Room service
Room service
25.3%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.4%
22.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Joy 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 Joy offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Joy, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
39.2%
44.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.8%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.8%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.1%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.2%
50.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.1%
59%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.8%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.8%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.2%
46.3%
Live performances
Live performances
38%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
22.8%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.1%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.4%
45.4%
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State regulations for memory care in Joy

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Brookstone of Aledo, The Summit of Coralville and The Fountains are the top-rated memory care facilities near Joy, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 86 memory care facilities near Joy, Illinois. See the full list.

The best memory care facility near you in Joy, Illinois is Brookstone of Aledo. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

The 86 memory care facilities near you in Joy, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Joy, 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 Joy, 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 Joy, Illinois ranges from $360 to $9600. The average Memory Care cost in Joy, Illinois is $4,477. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Joy, Illinois typically starts at $360. 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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