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5 Best Memory Care Facilities in Richardson, IL

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Memory care in Richardson 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 Richardson is about $6,126 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 Geneva, Crystal Lake and Elgin.

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Photo of Grand Victorian of Sycamore
1313 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.4
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21 reviews
9.4
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21 reviews
5 star
61%
4 star
29%
3 star
10%
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The friendliness and helpfulness of staff. My Mom loves the outdoor courtyard area that has plenty of chairs, tables, small path for walking & veggie/flower gardens. She also loves the Bistro that has an...
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 Grand Victorian of Sycamore is located in the county seat of DeKalb County, an ideal community in the heart of some of America's most productive farmland. Tree-lined streets and stately 19th century architecture offer picturesque small-town surroundings and a comfortable lifestyle....
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2121 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
5 star
38%
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36%
3 star
13%
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Mom was doing well at Heritage Woods before her fall. She is hoping to return to the community once she is done with rehab. There are plenty of activities for the residents to enjoy. The food is good 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.
An inviting, beautiful assisted living community located in DeKalb, Illinois, Heritage Woods of DeKalb is a welcoming place to call home. Located conveniently off 1-88 and Highway 64, it is an ideal choice for those who want to be close to family and friends. We're located near Northern Illinois...
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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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We have had a great experience so far. I can tell that my mom is very happy and really thriving here. They encourage her to participate in activities and I really like that. I would definitely recommend to...
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.
Lincolnshire Place Lincolnshire Place is an assisted living community that specializes in the art of making seniors feel at home while providing expert dementia care in Sycamore, DeKalb County, Illinois. Located in northern Illinois, Sycamore is home to the Sycamore Pumpkin Festival, an annual...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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Cost of memory care in Richardson, IL

The average cost of senior living in Richardson is $6,126 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kirkland, IL with an average of $4,705 per month.

Memory care costs in Richardson, IL, vs. nearby cities

Richardson, IL
$6,126/mo
$6,228/mo

Memory care costs in Richardson, IL, vs. state and national averages

Richardson, IL
$6,126/mo
U.S. national average
$5,039/mo

Memory care costs in Richardson, IL, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
$6,126/mo

Memory care costs in Richardson, IL, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,656/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,420/mo
2 Bedroom
$9,888/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$1,477/mo

Senior living costs in Richardson vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Richardson, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRichardson, ILIllinoisU.S.
Memory Care$6,126/mo$5,463/mo$5,039/mo
Assisted Living$6,039/mo$5,442/mo$4,767/mo
Independent Living$4,374/mo$4,488/mo$4,189/mo
Memory Care
Richardson, IL:$6,126/mo
Illinois:$5,463/mo
U.S.:$5,039/mo
Assisted Living
Richardson, IL:$6,039/mo
Illinois:$5,442/mo
U.S.:$4,767/mo
Independent Living
Richardson, IL:$4,374/mo
Illinois:$4,488/mo
U.S.:$4,189/mo
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Memory care costs in Richardson, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Richardson and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Memory care cost trends in Richardson, IL

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Richardson have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Richardson, IL$7,812/mo$7,872/mo-0.8%
Illinois$7,175/mo$6,812/mo+5.3%
National$6,485/mo$6,145/mo+5.5%
Richardson, IL
2024 average cost:$7,812/mo
2023 average cost:$7,872/mo
Percent change:-0.8%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$7,175/mo
2023 average cost:$6,812/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
National
2024 average cost:$6,485/mo
2023 average cost:$6,145/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about memory care in Richardson

Recent reviews for memory care in Richardson

Melody Living Lake in the Hills

5.0
After my father's death we wanted my mother to be closer to us. She suffered from progressive dementia and needed care on virtually every level. We heard about Melody Living and decided to investigate. We wanted to be sure that her care would be good as her former residence. We visited the ...
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The Indigo at Bartlett

4.8
I would definitely recommend Artis. It is very expensive though and going up and it private pay. Their communications are lacking in giving updates on the resident, but great when I contact them. The director when my loved one moved in has left and I don't think he's been replaced. They are ...
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The Heathers Senior Homes in Lake In The Hills, IL

4.9
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.

Richardson memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Richardson memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Richardson, 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 Richardson 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 Richardson that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Richardson, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
20%
63.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
46.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
82.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80%
98.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
69.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80%
89.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
58.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
69.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Richardson 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 Richardson Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Richardson, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40%
71.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
20%
67.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
40%
25.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Richardson 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 Richardson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Richardson, ILNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
39.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Richardson 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 Richardson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Richardson, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
32.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
52.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
50.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
59.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
38.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
35%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
20%
31.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
45.5%
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State regulations for memory care in Richardson

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Illinois memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Richardson protect seniors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Grand Victorian of Sycamore, Heritage Woods of DeKalb and Bethesda Lutheran Home are the top-rated memory care facilities near Richardson, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 5 memory care facilities near Richardson, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Richardson, Illinois are Clarendale of Algonquin, Discovery Village Hoffman Estates and Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 5 memory care facilities near you in Richardson, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Richardson, 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 Richardson, 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 Richardson, Illinois ranges from $750 to $20350. The average Memory Care cost in Richardson, Illinois is $6,126. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Richardson, Illinois typically starts at $750. 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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