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8 Best Memory Care Facilities in Neilson, IL
Memory care in Neilson 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 Neilson is about $4,657 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 8 communities, read 77 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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6 reviews
We picked this community, because the situation called for someplace close to home.[name removed] at A Place for Mom mentioned Fifth Seasons in Benton and helped us connect with the right person to set up a...
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 Fifth Season, our facility design is smaller, in order to provide unique Personal Lifestyle Programs that are intended to instill a feeling of self worth and value to our residents. Specifically, our programming is designed to provide quality of life and slow the aging process. Alzheimer's...
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29 reviews
The amenities are many well run, nursing and care very good. Food excellent. Beautiful rooms and certain calmness prevails Administrator business mgr. Maintenance and nursing and housekeeping 5 stars.
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.
The Villas of Holly Brook is the premier assisted living community in Southern Illinois. We are managed by Meridian Senior Living, a national leader in providing quality care for seniors. The community offers 1BR, 2BR, and 2BR deluxe apartment floor plans. Our staffing includes a 40-hour /week RN...
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9.4
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35 reviews
I wish it was a little cheaper since mom is on a fixed income. I wish they had a few more activities for the memory care folks. Based on the experience we have had with The Landings, we would recommend this...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
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Everyone is personable and demonstrate a sincere approach with my mother. They care about their patients like it is their parent. I am very fortunate to find such a wonderful place for my mother.
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.
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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One of the best facilities in the area. It has the feel of a resort instead of an assisted living facility. The staff is awesome. The food is wonderful. They use fresh food not just heat and serve from a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Memory Care Coming Soon! Wait list now forming. Sunshine Gardens is one of the largest independently owned assisted living facilities in Southern Illinois offering full spectrum of services at an affordable fee. We recognize that each individual has his or her own personal needs and we focus on...
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.
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Cost of memory care in Neilson, IL
The average cost of senior living in Neilson is $4,657 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vienna, IL with an average of $3,490 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Neilson, IL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Neilson
Recent reviews for memory care in Neilson
Brookstone of Harrisburg
5.0
Everything is going quite well for my mom at Brookstone! The facility is well maintained and the staff are doing a great job with my mom. The food is also just fine for her. Overall, we are very pleased with her stay!
Reflections Memory Care - Hollybrook in Harrisburg, IL
5.0
This is a great community. The staff are outstanding. The activities are so important for my mom's care. We are happy with the one on one for care. The meals are really good and the variety. We love the memory care for my mom. I highly recommend the great care to other family.
The Landings at Reed Station Crossing in Carbondale, IL
3.9
The staff are usually great and I'm sure not appreciated enough for all they do. Sometimes there is not enough staff though. There are several events offered, but some residents seem to get left out. The food has a good variety, but is questionable at times. Rolls or bread should be offered ...
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Neilson review score based on 40 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 40 reviews of 8 Neilson memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Neilson 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
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Review subcategories for Neilson 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 40 reviews of 8 Neilson memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Neilson 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.Neilson, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.9
4.5
Care services
4.7
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.4
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.0
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Neilson memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Neilson memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Neilson, 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 Neilson 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 Neilson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Neilson, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
25%
65.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.5%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.5%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Neilson 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 Neilson Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Neilson, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.5%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.5%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
37.5%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Neilson 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 Neilson partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Neilson, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
41.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Neilson 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 Neilson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Neilson, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
39.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
23.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Neilson 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 Neilson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Neilson, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
51.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
35%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
36.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
12.5%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Villas of Holly Brook Herrin, The Landings at Reed Station Crossing and Fifth Season Residential are the top-rated memory care facilities near Neilson, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 8 memory care facilities near Neilson, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Neilson, Illinois is The Landings at Reed Station Crossing. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 8 memory care facilities near you in Neilson, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Neilson, 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 Neilson, 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 Neilson, Illinois ranges from $2230 to $8900. The average Memory Care cost in Neilson, Illinois is $4,657. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Neilson, Illinois typically starts at $2230. 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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