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7 Best Memory Care Facilities in Akron, IL
If your loved one needs memory care in Akron, A Place for Mom can help. With 7 memory care facilities in Akron, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Akron incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Akron memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Akron, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Wesley, Highway Village and Cloverdale.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Peoria, Morton and Chillicothe.
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8.9
Review score
60 reviews
My mother passed away at Bickford. Bickford treated my mom and me with the utmost compassion. I highly recommend Bickford House! The facility and staff are truly top notch.
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.
There's a reason Bickford stands out in the world of senior living. Our focus? Ensuring your loved one feels at home, with delicious meals straight from our scratch kitchen, a roster of engaging activities, and the constant company of our devoted caregivers. But that's not all. Our HigherPath...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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8.7
Review score
35 reviews
We no loner have a family member here. During the time there, staff especially was wonderful. All in all it was a good experience considering it's hard to experience a family member decline. I don't think I...
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.
At Heartis Village, we have a unique perspective of senior living that not only changes minds. It changes lives!Heartis Village offers apartments for both Assisted Living and Memory Care. Right outside a resident’s door is a world of possibility, with a variety of community amenities. All-day...
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55 Floor plans available
8.4
Review score
9 reviews
We were very pleased with Evergreen Place, and I think dad would have really enjoyed living there. He was only there for about 2 1/2 months before he passed. They had a COVID outbreak right before he moved...
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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33 Floor plans available
6.7
Review score
49 reviews
Probably one of better homes in area. Excellent head nurse ([name removed]). Most staff very good. Could & should improve staff to resident ratio. Needs more music and activities. Clean facility in good...
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.
Our Sinceri Senior Living-exclusive Meaningful Moments memory care programming offers countless opportunities for residents to create new memories, maximize their independence, and enjoy enriching activities. By connecting with each resident and their families, we learn their history, interests,...
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.
At Bickford of Peoria we offer premiere Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care services to provide peace of mind if an unanticipated need arises. Our genuine intent is to create an environment that gives expression to personal choice and the fullest expression of assistance comes...
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 Akron, IL
The average cost of senior living in Akron is $4,099 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Toulon, IL with an average of $3,782 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Akron, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Akron, IL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Akron
Recent reviews for memory care in Akron
Gateway at River City in Peoria, IL
5.0
I absolutely love it here at Gateway. There are lots of activities, food is good, most residents are real nice and easy to get along with. The staff is wonderful. I’m friends with many residents who are awesome. Definitely worth living here.
The Grand Regency in Peoria, IL
4.3
It was a good place for my mom. Overall experience is good loving staff and a good clean community. They kind of take you in like its your home.
Charter Senior Living of Washington
4.8
This is probably a very good thing for my loved one being here, and the activities are great. The staff are friendly and overall I think they care for the residents. Everyone other than residents must wear a mask, and I believe this has kept COVID infections down in the community.
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Akron review score based on 31 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 31 reviews of 6 Akron memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Akron 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
Akron review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Akron 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 6 Akron memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Akron 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.Akron, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.1
4.4
Friendliness
4.0
4.5
Care services
3.9
4.2
Staff
4.0
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
3.7
4.0
Value for cost*
3.8
4.0
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Akron memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Akron memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Akron, 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 Akron 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 Akron 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
66.7%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
83.3%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Akron 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 Akron 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
66.7%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Akron 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 Akron 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
16.7%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
50.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Akron 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 Akron communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Akron 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 Akron offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
50%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Proctor Place, Bickford of Peoria and Heartis Village of Peoria are the top-rated memory care facilities near Akron, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 7 memory care facilities near Akron, Illinois. See the full list.
The 7 memory care facilities near you in Akron, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Akron, 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 Akron, 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 Akron, Illinois ranges from $439 to $9961. The average Memory Care cost in Akron, Illinois is $4,099. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Akron, Illinois typically starts at $439. 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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