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9.9
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39 reviews
9.9
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Helpful staff, great food, staff takes a vested interest in everyone- even upper management. Recreational activities are fun. I would highly recommend to other families.
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.
We are Chatham's only ALL INCLUSIVE community. We are pet friendly as well. Tours and admissions accepted 7 days per week.
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9.5
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Staff is friendly and work with the residents. Food is good and plentiful along with snacks. I liked that they had a thanksgiving buffet a couple weeks ahead of the holiday, although seating was limited our...
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.
Providing exceptional, loving and healing care to seniors. Our residents are invited to enjoy their days with friends and hobbies instead of filling them with everyday chores and hassles. Our vibrant, charming community offers privacy, comfort and safety with thoughtful amenities and a wide...
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44 Floor plans available
9.3
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28 reviews
9.3
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28 reviews
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DAD has been a resident of Charter Senior Living of Godfrey for 12 months. During that time I've been impressed with the attentiveness and the pleasant atmosphere with the staff. Dad says most meals are OK...
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 Cedar Creek of Godfrey we provide truly person-directed care, taking the time to know and work with each resident as an individual and providing them with care that’s as unique as they are. Whether in Assisted Living or Memory Care, our caring, compassionate staff, first-rate amenities,...
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22 Floor plans available
9.2
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29 reviews
9.2
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29 reviews
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I would give a 5 on all of them. The director [name removed] is absolutely amazing! My dad did not have Alzheimer's but had Parkinson's so it was hard to see him with the other memory care patients. Some of...
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.
At Mill Creek, we’re dedicated to creating a warm and inviting environment where each resident can honor the experience of aging. Through our Sinceri Senior Living-exclusive Meaningful Moments program, we focus on residents’ psychological, social, and spiritual needs as well as individualized...
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9.1
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21 reviews
9.1
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My dad is complaining about food. He and the guys at his table think they lost their main cook. Dad has joined some of the social activities and he likes the live music and singing. We are happy that he goes...
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 Springfield is home to 52 assisted living apartments that have their own bathrooms and kitchenettes and 27 memory care apartments specifically designed to meet the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer’s and related memory loss. Cedarhurst of Springfield strives to be the best...
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11 Floor plan available
8.7
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10 reviews
8.7
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My mom has been at High Point for 4 years now. I love the place. They provide her with the care she needs whether she likes it or not, and she does not. She gets three meals a day in a lovely dining room...
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.
Highpoint Residence of Quincy is home to 56 Memory Care apartments specifically designed to meet the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer’s and related memory loss. This community is staffed with a friendly and expertly-trained team dedicated to the preservation of the dignity and...
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8.5
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No matter if you need a quick move in or have time for a planned move in they can accommodate if the space is available. They will work to get your loved one in and feeling like home in no time. All the...
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.
“A location you’ll like…A lifestyle you’ll love!”This is our pledge and promise.Pleasant Hill Village was founded in 1905 as a ministry of the Church of the Brethren. We are nestled on 34 acres of rolling hillside in the country, away from the hustle and bustle, providing our residents with the...
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8.5
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It was the Social Worker who decided that my mother cannot stay there anymore due to the doctor stating she needs more care and he wanted us to leave and take her out within one day and I told her no that we...
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.
Photo of Trustwell Living of Springfield
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8.4
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37 reviews
8.4
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37 reviews
5 star
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My mother loves the clean, open environment. She loves the friendliness of the staff. They need to increase their nurse staff so they can get RX medications distributed timely.
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.
Welcome to Trustwell Living of Springfield! Whether you are a resident, team member, visiting family member or guest, every person who walks through the door of a Trustwell Living community is treated like family. Our caring team looks forward to continuing to provide the quality care and...
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8.0
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11 reviews
8.0
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11 reviews
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I would highly recommend San Gabriel Memory Care Godfrey. The staff is nice, friendly, and respectable. It seemed like everything was well cleaned and the food seemed good. I wish my loved one would have...
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.
San Gabriel Memory Care is a family owned and operated assisted living community dedicated to serving the unique needs of adults with Alzheimer’s and other memory-related illnesses. Our approach is to assist residents on their individual “daily walks” by incorporating personally relevant...
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Photo of Cedarhurst of Godfrey
1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
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27 reviews
8.0
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27 reviews
5 star
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My parents are currently residents at Cedarhurst of Godfrey. We initially had some issues with prescriptions. They also have staffing issues. Although I haven't eaten there, my parents say that the food is...
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.
Thank you for your interest in Cedarhurst at Godfrey!Cedarhurst at Godfrey is an assisted living community in Godfrey, Illinois. Godfrey offers residents the best of Midwestern living with scenic trails, fine shopping, eclectic dining and warm, welcoming people. Located in the St. Louis metro...
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Photo of Eastland Retirement Community
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8.0
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8.0
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7 reviews
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My dad really enjoys the staff. They are respectful, kind, and attentive. The apartment size is perfect for him. The staff keeps it clean for him, while also doing his laundry once per week.
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.
Eastland is owned and operated by the Moose family of Auburn Illinois. Eastland Retirement Community provides the best of both worlds – the independence residents want with the support they need.Eastland offers a clean and comfortable atmosphere with a caring and friendly staff. Our quiet,...
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8.0
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9 reviews
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I have been here only a month and found that I made the right decision My Villa is very comfortable and up to date The staff is very kind and helpful. The food is also very good I have made many new...
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.
Asbury Village is a 120-acre campus located in Godfrey, Illinois. Opened in late 1997, the community features 44 duplex Patio Homes referred to as Villas, as well as 64 Independent Living apartments, known as the Wiseman-Pollock Residence. There are also 44 Assisted Living apartments on campus...
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33 Floor plans available
8.0
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26 reviews
8.0
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Twin Oaks and their other facility are amazing! Even housekeeping is friendly and they don't cut corners. [Name removed], who gets you checked in, takes you on tours of the whole facility, answering any and...
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.
Twin Oaks Estate began as a vision, a vision of the way assisted living care should be. Commited, caring people, in a warm and welcoming environment, where seniors would receive superior assisted living care and opportunities for meaningful social interaction and recreation. Founded in 1981, our...
Photo of Cedarhurst of Jacksonville
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55 Floor plans available
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My parents needed more help than we could give and we toured Cedarhurst. I instantly knew this is the right place. Good care, friendly staff that treats them like their own parents. Activities are good &...
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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Called about my dad moving there at 8am, and by 4pm; he was moved in. It was a relief knowing that he was being taken care of, and although I love my dad more than life itself, I finally was able to sleep...
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.
Services provided at no additional cost: Private room and private bath 3 nutritious meals per day and snacks Medication administration including insulin administration Housekeeping services Laundry service Activities Our company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our...
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After touring this community and comparing it to another place. I thought this was the best choice for my uncle. As a new resident he is doing fine so far. I like the care he gets from the staff. They offer...
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.
When you visit Sugar Creek, you'll find a warm, friendly community where folks can thrive and connect. It's a place full of friendly local faces where you and your loved one will feel right at home, whether that's in our inviting community spaces or homey studio apartments, alcoves, and 1-bedroom...
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Villas of South Park Chatham is a beautiful facility. The staff is caring and responds quickly to my loved one's needs. They offer a lot of activities, although not a lot to his particular interests. The...
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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It seems like a well run community. The staff seem to be caring and engaging with the residents. They are flexible with the individual needs of each resident and they do not have a " one size fits all"...
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.
River Birch Senior Living is a residential like community of 3 homes overlooking hole #6 of Panther Creek Golf Club in Springfield, IL. This location gives you the feeling of living in the country for peace and quiet yet still close to restaurants, shopping and major highways. Our caregiver to...
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I am very impressed with the care & compassion that the management & staff at Reflections Memory Care has shown to both my loved one & [I] (as the caretaker). They have been tremendous in helping with the...
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.
Photo of Centennial Pointe Senior Living
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My dad started off at Centennial Point in March of 2022. The employees did everything possible to welcome dad and accommodate to some of his “set in my way” needs. After a few months, we moved him over 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.
When the demands of living in your home require more than you’re willing and able to give on your own, you’ll find a welcome home at Centennial Pointe.To us, assisted living means two things. You do the living and we help you do it. Our personal assistants provide what you need when you need it....
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Unfortunately or loved one was not able to experience Bickford as long as we had hoped for, but we absolutely loved that community. It had a very clean and warm environment feeling to it. The employees were...
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.
Why settle for the ordinary in senior living when Bickford offers so much more? Freshly crafted meals, a dedicated caregiver always within reach, and a world of exciting activities await your loved one. Our commitment? Making sure they’re able to embrace life to the fullest, every single day....
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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.
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.
Photo of Lavender Ridge- Jacksonville
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.

Cost of memory care in Bedford, IL

The average cost of senior living in Bedford is $4,642 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Detroit, IL with an average of $4,116 per month.

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

Bedford, IL
$4,642/mo
$4,267/mo
$4,553/mo

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

Bedford, IL
$4,642/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

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

Memory Care
$4,642/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,000/mo
Studio
$4,912/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,942/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,969/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,335/mo

Senior living costs in Bedford 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: Bedford, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBedford, ILIllinoisU.S.
Memory Care$4,642/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,642/mo$5,149/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$3,873/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Bedford, IL:$4,642/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Bedford, IL:$4,642/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Bedford, IL:$3,873/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Bedford, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Bedford 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.

Bedford, ILIL stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Bedford, IL

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Bedford 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Bedford, IL$6,589/mo$6,282/mo+4.9%
Illinois$7,035/mo$6,490/mo+8.4%
National$6,392/mo$5,957/mo+7.3%
Bedford, IL
2024 average cost:$6,589/mo
2023 average cost:$6,282/mo
Percent change:+4.9%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$7,035/mo
2023 average cost:$6,490/mo
Percent change:+8.4%
National
2024 average cost:$6,392/mo
2023 average cost:$5,957/mo
Percent change:+7.3%
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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 Bedford

Recent reviews for memory care in Bedford

Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Springfield

5.0
My dad has lived in the Villas of Hollybrook for almost a year. The administration and staff have been caring and attentive to his needs. We are very grateful for the precautions that have been taken regarding covid-19. They recognize the severity of the virus as well as the importance of ...
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Cedarhurst of Jacksonville

4.1
My siblings and I have been very happy with the care and the physical facility of Cedarhurst. They strive to keep it clean, friendly and a well cared for community.

The Pointe at Jacksonville

5.0
I was very pleased with the entire experience. I would tell them to encourage their loved ones to move there. Not only were the employees kind and helpful but the residents were friendly. Staff members are very caring.

Bedford review score based on 99 family reviews

8.7
Review score41 facilities99 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 99 reviews of 41 Bedford memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Bedford 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

Bedford review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Bedford, IL41 facilities
7.0
Milton, IL31 facilities
8.2
Pearl, IL59 facilities

Review subcategories for Bedford 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 99 reviews of 41 Bedford memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Bedford 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.
Bedford, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.0
4.1
Friendliness
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Care services
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3.9
Staff
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Meals & dining
3.9
3.8
Activities
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3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Bedford memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bedford memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bedford, 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 Bedford 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 Bedford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Bedford, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
48.8%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
17.1%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.1%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
53.7%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.2%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.6%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.5%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
48.8%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Bedford 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 Bedford Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Bedford, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.5%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.3%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
36.6%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.5%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Bedford 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 Bedford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Bedford, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.6%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
39%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.4%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Bedford 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 Bedford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Bedford, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.1%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
29.3%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
31.7%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.5%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bedford 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 Bedford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Bedford, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.3%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.7%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.2%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.9%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.7%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.8%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.9%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.3%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
24.4%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.9%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
46.3%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
24.4%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.8%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.6%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Bedford

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 Bedford protect seniors.
Learn about Illinois memory care regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Villas of Holly Brook Chatham, Assisted Living at The Meadowlands and Charter Senior Living of Godfrey are the top-rated memory care facilities near Bedford, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 47 memory care facilities near Bedford, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Bedford, Illinois is Villas of Holly Brook Chatham. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 47 memory care facilities near you in Bedford, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Bedford, 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 Bedford, 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 Bedford, Illinois ranges from $1855 to $7825. The average Memory Care cost in Bedford, Illinois is $4,642. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Bedford, Illinois typically starts at $1855. 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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