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6 Best Memory Care Facilities in Merriam, IL
Memory care in Merriam 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 Merriam is about $4,051 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 6 communities, read 13 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Opened in 2001 and recently remodeled in 2013, Brookstone Estates of Fairfield represents the finest in Independent Living and Supportive Living. Located in Fairfield, Illinois, our community is designed to promote creativity and independence within a safe and loving environment. We would love...
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The staff are so motivated. They never give up making sure we are entertained. The marketing director [name removed] is so creative and engaging us. The place delivers respect, excellence, and compassion is...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Heritage Woods of Flora is a large and active community of seniors located in Flora, Illinois that sits on a large lot of land, giving residents ample opportunities to explore the great outdoors. We believe that residents deserve options when it comes to where they live and what they do, and...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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.
At Heritage Woods of McLeansboro IL, we boast ourselves as the affordable assisted living offering a really wonderful environment for any senior citizen that is in need. At Heritage Woods we offer a great deal of care for your loved one that you have found needs an assisted living community....
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of memory care in Merriam, IL
The average cost of senior living in Merriam is $4,051 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Fairfield, IL with an average of $3,577 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Merriam, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Merriam, IL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Merriam vs. other types of senior living
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What families are saying about memory care in Merriam
Recent reviews for memory care in Merriam
Heritage Woods of Flora
5.0
My wife and I love the family atmosphere here. We don’t have a lot of family and love that the family here have become our family.
Merriam memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Merriam memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Merriam, 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 Merriam 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 Merriam that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Merriam, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
16.7%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.7%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
16.7%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.3%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
33.3%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Merriam 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 Merriam Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Merriam, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
74.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
16.7%
70.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Merriam 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 Merriam partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Merriam, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
50.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Merriam 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 Merriam communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Merriam, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
39.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Merriam 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 Merriam offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Merriam, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookstone Estates of Fairfield, Heritage Woods of Flora and Supportive Living of Wabash are the top-rated memory care facilities near Merriam, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 6 memory care facilities near Merriam, Illinois. See the full list.
The 6 memory care facilities near you in Merriam, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Merriam, 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 Merriam, 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 Merriam, Illinois ranges from $1950 to $7435. The average Memory Care cost in Merriam, Illinois is $4,051. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Merriam, Illinois typically starts at $1950. 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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