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Memory care in Will County 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 Will County is about $5,245 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 7 communities, read 222 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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Photo of The Timbers of ShorewoodCommunity card badge
1616 Photos available
9.8
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94 reviews
9.8
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94 reviews
5 star
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We moved our mom in just about a year ago. The overall experience has been amazing from the first time stepping foot into The Timbers the process was very easy all of the staff is always welcoming. My mom is...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
The Timbers of Shorewood delivers an unusual blend of secure senior living with elegance and independence! With full-service kitchens in every apartment, supportive services available for Independent living residents and perfectly coordinated services for Assisted Living residents. There is a...
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99 Photos available
1515 Floor plans available
9.1
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124 reviews
9.1
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124 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
22%
3 star
3%
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2%
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When we met with [name removed] at Clarendale she spent soooooo much time with us as compared to other facilities. It made all the difference. The staff is always so nice and helpful. I was impressed with...
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.
Clarendale of Mokena is the only senior living community in The Village of Mokena, Ill. It is also the newest such community in the greater market area to offer three integrated lifestyle options under one roof - residential living, assisted living and memory care. Clarendale of Mokena creates an...
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9.0
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45 reviews
9.0
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45 reviews
5 star
80%
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18%
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Generally very happy with the care, etc. But with anything some help are better than others. My Mom chooses not to participate in most of the activities, choosing to nap- but they have tried to encourage...
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.
Evergreen Senior Living offers worry-free living, where independence thrives and compassionate care is always nearby. Our beautiful campus offers lovely assisted living options and unmatched memory support. We offer both long-term care and short-term respite care. We welcome you to learn more and...
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8.8
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38 reviews
8.8
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38 reviews
5 star
49%
4 star
18%
3 star
15%
2 star
8%
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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.
The Cottages of New Lenox is an assisted living and memory care community located in New Lenox, IL, in Will County. The community has been specially created to resemble the type of family home where most residents will have lived all of their lives, helping them to adapt to this next stage of...
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1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.4
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14 reviews
8.4
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14 reviews
5 star
43%
4 star
36%
3 star
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Positive experience. Our dad was being transferred from another home. It was a smooth transition and any requests we have made have been honored. It is a rather new community, very clean. Likes the food...
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 FrankfortAt Cedarhurst of Frankfort, it’s our mission to tailor senior living to you so you can feel loved, valued, and supported each and every day. Our senior living community in Frankfort, Illinois, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily...
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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.
Dedicated to Good LivingOur longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Victory Centre of Joliet community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one. Above all else,...
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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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 Will County, IL

The average cost of senior living in Will County is $5,245 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Park Forest, IL with an average of $4,822 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Will County, IL vs. nearby counties

Will County, IL
$5,245/mo
$5,275/mo
$5,395/mo

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

Will County, IL
$5,245/mo
U.S. national average
$4,861/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Will County vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,245/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Will County, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$5,550/mo
Studio
$6,908/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,719/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,890/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Will County over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Will County

Recent reviews for memory care in Will County

Cedarhurst of Naperville in Woodridge, IL

4.8
Our loved one was on the memory care side and the staff members were extremely hands on and gave our loved one great personal attention. The permanent staff at Cedarhurst are outstanding, very attentive and we could ask them questions at any time and they were always there and just have been ...
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Arbor Terrace Naperville

4.6
The staff are very good and they all know my mother in law and address her by name. In fact, when I visit, they greet me by my name as well. Since COVId-19, they have keep us up to date with how they are handling things , such as, delivering meals to the residents rooms and offering hallway ...
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Ascension Living Heritage Village in Kankakee, IL

5.0
Staff is very knowledgeable, my room was always clean, good is good, everyone is very helpful. i would highly recommend Heritage Village.

Will County review score based on 29 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 29 reviews of 7 Will County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Will County 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

Will County review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Will County, IL7 facilities
8.6
Manhattan, IL5 facilities
8.6
New Lenox, IL13 facilities

Review subcategories for Will County 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 29 reviews of 7 Will County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Will County 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.
Will County, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
3.8
4.0
Value for cost*
3.5
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Will County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Will County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Will County, 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 Will County 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 Will County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Will County, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71.4%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
57.1%
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
71.4%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.6%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.4%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Will County 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 Will County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Will County, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.4%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
57.1%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.1%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.6%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Will County 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 Will County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Will County, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
71.4%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
57.1%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Will County 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 Will County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Will County, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.1%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
42.9%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Will County 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 Will County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Will County, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
57.1%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
57.1%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Mercy Circle Senior Living, The Timbers of Shorewood and Palos Heights Senior Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Will County, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 7 memory care facilities near Will County, Illinois. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Will County, Illinois are Mercy Circle Senior Living, The Timbers of Shorewood and Palos Heights Senior Living. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 7 memory care facilities near you in Will County, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Will County, 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 Will County, 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 Will County, Illinois ranges from $600 to $28400. The average Memory Care cost in Will County, Illinois is $5,245. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Will County, 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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