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Memory care in Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest is about $6,007 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 31 communities, read 1204 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of Northbrook Inn Memory Care Community
99 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
1.0
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17 reviews
1.0
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17 reviews
5 star
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4 star
35%
3 star
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After touring several communities, this was the only community we felt love as we walked through the building. The staff are kind, caring and treat the patients as family. Moving my mom into Northbrook Inn...
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.
Northbrook Inn, part of the Koelsch Senior Communities, and family owned since 1958 is located in the village of Northbrook. The single-story memory care community in the Pointe Drive neighborhood is considered by many to be a retiree's dream neighborhood as it is peaceful and quiet, close to...
Photo of Shepherd of Gurnee
1313 Photos available
5 star
67%
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1 star
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My friend has lived at Shepherd Premier Senior Living for 3 months. A small boutique center where she is well cared for. Private, clean rooms, attentive staff, meals prepared by staff. They respond to her...
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 Heritage Woods of Gurnee
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22 Floor plans available
6.0
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17 reviews
6.0
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34%
4 star
24%
3 star
6%
2 star
18%
1 star
18%
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She likes living in her apartment at heritage Woods. The staff helps my mom every day. She is grateful for the nursing staff as they help her when she needs it. She has adjusted quite well to not living on...
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.
The Heritage Woods of Gurnee assisted living facility is located in the gorgeous city of Gurnee, IL. For many years now, this city has been known for its astonishing natural beauty located near the banks of the Des Plaines River. There are also a number of places where residents can shop and dine...
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11 reviews
6.5
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11 reviews
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There has been staff transitions that have made billing/care more difficult to manage recently. I'm hopeful that once settled things will be back to normal. I would like to mention that [name removed] 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.
Bickford isn’t just another senior living community. Our caregiver family is committed to ensuring that every resident lives their most fulfilling life. Here, your loved one will savor meals made from scratch, always have a dedicated caregiver by their side, and enjoy a vibrant social calendar. A...
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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.
Photo of Weinberg Community for Senior Living
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We have no real complaints so far. Based on our experiences talking to other facilities, I would say Weinberg is above average as a whole. Like any place, there's room for improvement. But there isn't...
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.
Conveniently located in Deerfield, the Weinberg Community for Senior Living is a beautiful campus surrounded by sculptures and lush landscaping. The Weinberg Community features two distinct residences, Gidwitz Place for Assisted Living and The Friend Center for Early Alzheimer's Care. Gidwitz...
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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.
Photo of Encore at the Lodge
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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Cost of memory care in Lake Forest, IL

The average cost of senior living in Lake Forest is $6,007 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waukegan, IL with an average of $5,891 per month.

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

Lake Forest, IL
$6,007/mo
$6,020/mo

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

Lake Forest, IL
$6,007/mo
U.S. national average
$4,900/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,007/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,894/mo
Studio
$6,452/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,957/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,419/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,555/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Lake Forest over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Lake Forest

Recent reviews for memory care in Lake Forest

Parkside Manor in Kenosha, WI

5.0
I can only comment about the memory unit. Those girls worked hard to maintain order and keep up. I thought to myself a few times that however much money they are making probably isn't enough. It takes a special person to that job.

Emerald Place in Glenview, IL

5.0
Their activities director [name removed] was outstanding, as well as their custodial and support staff team. Truly, but the cost at the time seemed high

Victory Centre of Elk Grove in Elk Grove Village, IL

5.0
My brother lives in Victory Centre of Elk Grove Village, IL. I visit him frequently and I have found it to be Clean, Friendly and warm. The Staff from Administration to Nursing, Dining, and Maintence are all warm and caring, they know the residents' names, are respectful and always willing ...
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Lake Forest review score based on 239 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 239 reviews of 30 Lake Forest memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Lake Forest 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

Lake Forest review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Lake Forest, IL30 facilities
8.1
Lake Bluff, IL23 facilities
8.2
Mettawa, IL37 facilities

Review subcategories for Lake Forest 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 239 reviews of 30 Lake Forest memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Lake Forest 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.
Lake Forest, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Lake Forest memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake Forest memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lake Forest, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
76.7%
65.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
70%
48.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.7%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
86.7%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
63.3%
28.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.7%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
76.7%
61.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
83.3%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lake Forest, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
74.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
70%
46.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
73.3%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
26.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lake Forest, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
53.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
70%
45%
No sugar
No sugar
70%
41.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
70%
50.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.7%
19.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lake Forest, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
70%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
73.3%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
56.7%
37.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36.7%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lake Forest, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
76.7%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
63.3%
33.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
60%
28.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
54.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
51.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
90%
61.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
73.3%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
73.3%
35.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
70%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
83.3%
48%
Dances
Dances
50%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
53.3%
22.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
76.7%
46.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Galloway Senior Living, Brookdale Northbrook and Clarendale of Algonquin are the top-rated memory care facilities near Lake Forest, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 31 memory care facilities near Lake Forest, Illinois. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Lake Forest, Illinois are Galloway Senior Living, Brookdale Northbrook and Clarendale of Algonquin. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 31 memory care facilities near you in Lake Forest, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, 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 Lake Forest, Illinois ranges from $600 to $28400. The average Memory Care cost in Lake Forest, Illinois is $6,007. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Lake Forest, Illinois typically starts at $600. 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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