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5 Best Memory Care Facilities in Polo, IL
Memory care in Polo 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 Polo is about $4,762 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 5 communities, read 30 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
As you explore memory care near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Freeport, Sterling and Dixon.
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14 reviews
My mom has been in Morningside for a few months now. The transition from living alone to assisted living has been easy. The place is top notch and mom is safe and surrounded by kind people. She enjoys 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.
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8.0
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6 reviews
It felt very homey. Everyone was friendly. Dad and I were invited to have lunch there. Everything is on one floor. Always care givers around. Other places were nice but felt like I was in a hotel. He...
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.
Experience Award Winning Senior Living with 5-Star Resort Hospitality at the Areas Most Affordable Prices. Liberty Court of Dixon provides all these with a warm and personal touch. Be our guest at one of the Illinois finest Assisted Living communities and enjoy quality food, friends, and...
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Our mother has flourished under the care she has received at Avonlea. Mom has a lot of needs—loss of memory, breathing difficulties, broken hip—but has received patient and always loving care from the staff...
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.
Shepherd Premier Senior Living is a loving home for Alzheimer’s/Dementia Residents serving up to 20 people in a home-like setting. The living room, dining room, and kitchen are all open to each other, just like home, and the sounds of cooking and cleaning, and smells of supper in the oven and...
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This facility was brighter and cleaner than the other places we visited. They offer quite a variety of activities. They do housekeeping once a week. Value for the money I rated lower because they raised...
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 Sterling is an assisted living community located in Sterling, IL. Situated along the north bank of the Rock River, Sterling is known for its scenic parks and fertile prairie soil. The city hosts a number of annual events, including the Mexican Fiesta Days, where participants...
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Since this is a smaller facility, the staff to resident ratio is better than at the larger facilities. They are more available to the family and the residents. My mom was in the memory care unit. She passed...
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.
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Cost of memory care in Polo, IL
The average cost of senior living in Polo is $4,762 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include German Valley, IL with an average of $4,160 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Polo, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Polo, IL vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Polo, IL by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Polo
Recent reviews for memory care in Polo
Heritage Woods of Sterling
4.9
I have been a resident of Heritage Woods for 1 year. I am very pleased with the care I receive. I very much enjoy the other residents and the staff is wonderful.
The food and activities are very satisfactory. We go on outings, we have entertainment come. We play games in the dining room and ...
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WinnPrairie Assisted Living and Memory Care in Freeport, IL
4.3
Well managed. Staff know the residents and treat them with respect.
Morningside of Sterling
5.0
The only complaint is sometimes a lack of communication. My dad needs a lot of care and has fallen a lot. Staff seems very friendly and helpful. They are most concerned about the well being of the residents.
Polo memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Polo memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Polo, 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 Polo 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 Polo that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Polo, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
80%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60%
48.1%
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
100%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
80%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Polo 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 Polo Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
80%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
80%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
40%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Polo 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 Polo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Polo, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
60%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
80%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Polo 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 Polo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Polo, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
100%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
40%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
40%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Polo 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 Polo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Polo, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
100%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
33.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
100%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
100%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
100%
47.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
100%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Morningside of Sterling, Oakley Courts and Avonlea Cottage of Sterling are the top-rated memory care facilities near Polo, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 5 memory care facilities near Polo, Illinois. See the full list.
The 5 memory care facilities near you in Polo, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Polo, 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 Polo, 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 Polo, Illinois ranges from $900 to $8530. The average Memory Care cost in Polo, Illinois is $4,762. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Polo, Illinois typically starts at $900. 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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