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8 Best Memory Care Facilities in Union, IL
Memory care in Union 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 Union is about $5,548 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 8 communities, read 87 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 Barrington, Woodstock and Wauconda.
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9.9
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271 reviews
The staff are all caring and super friendly. They make us all feel truly at home. The building and amenities are above and beyond.
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.
At Clarendale of Algonquin, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Indoor and Outdoor parking available at our location. Our purpose-built community has the advantage of specialized...
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9.8
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69 reviews
Overall the facility is good and the staff are very friendly and seem to know my family member well. They aren't very communicative when it comes to care plans, updates, and medical information. The onus is...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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9.6
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24 reviews
They would allow 2 week respite stay where most other places were 1 month minimum. Also we visited many places in the area and Heritage made the best impression on all of us .Fantastic[name removed]really...
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.
Heritage Woods of Huntley provides you with the opportunity to enjoy apartment home living in a residential community while obtaining the personal services you may need to continue a life of purpose and individuality. Imagine a life without household chores, yard work or home maintenance. Invite...
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8.9
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31 reviews
The Director is EXCEPTIONAL, a rare gem! This facility is the ONLY place that my mom has been that treats her with TLC and as a VALUED person!
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.
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We had a great experience with The Heathers. It's a homelike atmosphere - bright, light, secure. intentionally, they have a smaller number of residents, which is a huge plus.
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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7.9
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9 reviews
Clean, beautiful place. Awesome activity director, [name removed], and the rest of staff is friendly and responsive. [name removed] did a nice job working with us at the beginning and is still helpful and...
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.
Cedarhurst of Woodstock is a top-tier assisted senior living community located in Woodstock, Illinois. Our community offers a wide range of amenities and services, and compassionate staff provide individualized care plans to meet each resident's unique needs, including medication management and...
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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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Provides: Memory Care
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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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We have been very happy at Hearthstone so far. I would recommend Hearthstone. They have a variety of room sizes. The staff is there to help and support my dad. My dad likes the food. They are now with the...
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.
More than sixty years ago, Orson Welles saw the historic Village Square, walked the cobblestone streets and fell in love with the city of Woodstock. Right in the heart of Woodstock is Hearthstone Village, a retirement community located on a scenic, 17-acre campus. Hearthstone Village understands...
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 Union, IL
The average cost of senior living in Union is $5,548 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Capron, IL with an average of $4,689 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Union, IL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Union
Recent reviews for memory care in Union
Heritage Woods of Belvidere
5.0
I am very content living at Heritage Woods. My apartment is very comfortable and convenient. The nurses and CNAs are very attentive and convenient. The food is good and I may also eat in my room if I so desire. There are activities every day. Also a small store 2 days a week.
Woodlands at Canterfield in West Dundee, IL
4.3
Quality of care - the doctor that was chosen is a bit lax & not as organized as we would like. [name removed] has been helpful with dealing with the dr & keeping on top of meds & changes. We understand its a new facility & everyone needs to get their rhythm. The menu has been the same for ...
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Anam Care of Rockford
5.0
The community is small, well staffed. They really understand of the needs of residents with memory issues. When I visit my loved one it is just like coming to nice homey living room.
Union review score based on 31 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 31 reviews of 8 Union memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Union 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
Union review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Union 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 31 reviews of 8 Union memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Union 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.Union, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.2
4.4
Meals & dining
3.6
4.0
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
3.8
4.0
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Union memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Union memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Union, 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 Union 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 Union that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
50%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
37.5%
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
87.5%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.5%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Union 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 Union 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
87.5%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
62.5%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.5%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Union 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 Union partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
37.5%
17.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Union 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 Union communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
31.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.5%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
62.5%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Union 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 Union offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.5%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
28.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
87.5%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.5%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Encore at South Barrington, Clarendale of Algonquin and Sunrise of Crystal Lake are the top-rated memory care facilities near Union, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 8 memory care facilities near Union, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Union, Illinois are Encore at South Barrington, Clarendale of Algonquin and Sunrise of Crystal Lake. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 8 memory care facilities near you in Union, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Union, 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 Union, 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 Union, Illinois ranges from $440 to $42521. The average Memory Care cost in Union, Illinois is $5,548. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Union, Illinois typically starts at $440. 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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