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Alzheimer’s care in Big Foot Prairie incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Big Foot Prairie memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Big Foot Prairie, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

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Photo of Our House Senior Living Memory Care - Whitewater
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I have been very happy with this service. I liked that staff that was able to get me a caretaker for the needs for my mom. The care taken did not mind coming far for the assistance that we needed.The 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.
Our beautiful Memory Care residence in Whitewater, WI provides dignified, quality care for seniors who can no longer live alone because of dementia and other forms of memory loss. Our programs are designed to help those with cognitive needs providing a safe, nurturing and secure home environment....
Photo of Our House Senior Living Assisted Care - Janesville
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This is a nice community for care for a loved one. The community is clean and maintained. My father said that the meals need some improvements. My father is active in the community and the activities. He is...
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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.
For residents who cherish their independence but also need assistance with daily activities, Our House Senior Living in Janesville is the optimal lifestyle choice for assisted care. We provide a comfortable, caring and family-like atmosphere with three home-cooked meals a day (plus snacks), a...
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Overall experience was good. Cleanliness is great. Friendliness is spectacular Quality of care is good, a couple of occurrences Food to be desired breakfast looked great Activities not sure saw two Value...
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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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 Our House Senior Living Memory Care - Janesville
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The staff have been very helpful and mom is getting a lot of attention. This community is the size of a large ranch house and mom likes this. The food is good, healthy and made fresh. The community is well...
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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.
Our beautiful Memory Care residence in Janesville provides dignified, quality care for seniors who can no longer live alone because of dementia and other forms of memory loss. Our programs are designed to help those with cognitive needs providing a safe, nurturing and secure home environment. We...
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We chose this community because she had lots of friends there and the care she needs are here too. This is in a brand new building and is beautiful and stays clean all the time.My sister is thriving here...
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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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I am very pleased with the way they have helped and continue to help my mom
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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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Our mother has been living at Oak Hill for 2 years and we are very happy with the care she receives. The staff is very attentive and friendly with her and us. The residents are all very friendly 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.
Dedicated to Good LivingOur longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Oak Hill Supportive Living 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...
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They are very willing to make changes to care when requested or as necessary. Their activities person, [name removed], is very creative at coming up with ideas for keeping everyone active, especially for the...
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.
Wesley Willows, a not-for-profit organization, has been making a difference in the lives of seniors since 1966. The Rockford area's premier continuing-care retirement community, Wesley Willows, offers a full continuum of housing and services on one campus — duplex homes, independent living...
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What we love about The Village at Victory Lakes is the staff team - they are so friendly, workable and were very understanding of our families situation. During the beginning transitions and while we were...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
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 Village at Victory Lakes, located in Lindenhurst, Illinois on a 38-acre campus with a picturesque, lush prairie setting, offers an active, enriching lifestyle with everything you need now and in the future, including: *Independent Living *Assisted Living *Skilled Nursing Care and...
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Photo of Maplewood Cottage
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Wonderful assisted living facility. Caring staff, delicious home cooked meals and small comfortable cottages. There are twelve rooms in each cottage which means personal well managed care for the residents....
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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.
The Elder Care Cottages of Wisconsin is a fresh approach to traditional Assisted Living. We have designed each of Our Cottages to be home to 12 Elders, each with their own private bedroom and bath. At the heart of the Cottage is an open kitchen where meals are served family style and the Elders...
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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.
Wellington Place at Fort Atkinson is a friendly assisted living community with a legacy of excellence in senior care. Independence and quality of life a are always promoted and caring, professional staff are nearby to help with activities of daily living, ensuring the comfort and safety of our...
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Great maintenance and management. I love the activities and the way everyone always seems so willing to help. They genuinely seems to care. Just remodeled and everything is beautiful and always clean. It's...
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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Bickford felt like home from the first visit. Supportive staff, very clean and modern looking, lots of activities throughout the day, although my mom was not a big eater the food looked and smelled...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Bickford isn’t just another senior living community. Our caregiver family is committed to ensuring that every resident lives their most fulfilling life. Here, your loved one will savor meals made from scratch, always have a dedicated caregiver by their side, and enjoy a vibrant social calendar. A...
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My friend has lived at Shepherd Premier Senior Living for 3 months. A small boutique center where she is well cared for. Private, clean rooms, attentive staff, meals prepared by staff. They respond to her...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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My Mothers been there just about 10 Months now, and the facility is wonderful I come in to visit 3 times a week and my mother is always doing something, the activities that are arranged are always going...
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.
White Oaks at Heritage Woods of South Elgin is a memory care community in the greater Chicago area serving seniors with dementia, including Alzheimer’s. Our services are designed to meet the needs of people living with all stages of dementia so we can provide each one the personalized care they...
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From what I have seen, most meals are processed/prepared foods. I would like to see maybe a few healthier meals. Also, the rates just went up significantly. I realize that inflation has hit everyone, but a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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The staff is kind and respectful at Sunset Ridge Memory Care. The housekeeper takes pride in her work and likes talking with the residents. Communication with our family has been great. We requested a care...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Sunset Ridge Memory Care is an assisted living community located in the lovely city of Jefferson, Jefferson County, Wisconsin. Jefferson is located right along the meeting point of the Crawfish and Rock Rivers. This lends to amazing and breathtaking scenery and numerous recreational...
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Based on the experience we have had so far, we can say that we like the staff that work at Heritage of Muskego and it is a very pretty place for families.
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.
Heritage Muskego is a state-of-the-art 108-unit community on Janesville Road that offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Enhanced Assisted Living and Memory Care, allowing residents to age in place as their health care needs change. Opened in 2018, Heritage Muskego’s high-end units come...
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In house visiting nurse practitioner is excellent. Executive staff is trying; much upheaval. Polite and helpful initial entry. Clean and organized. Safe. Nursing staff is non-communicative. Dining is...
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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.
Our longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Victory Centre of Vernon Hills 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, this is your life...
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She likes living in her apartment at heritage Woods. The staff helps my mom every day. She is grateful for the nursing staff as they help her when she needs it. She has adjusted quite well to not living on...
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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.
The Heritage Woods of Gurnee assisted living facility is located in the gorgeous city of Gurnee, IL. For many years now, this city has been known for its astonishing natural beauty located near the banks of the Des Plaines River. There are also a number of places where residents can shop and dine...
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I've had several relatives and a couple of close friends stay at Sylvan Crossings over the last 25 years, most recently my Mom. Sylvan took great care of all of them. The staff were very caring people, the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
We see in each individual their grand potential to live a life of self-respect and integrity. We also strive to lessen your worry as we provide compassionate skilled care that brings a spirit of independence into the life of your loved one. Our priority is to provide the highest level of care...
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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...
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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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We are happy with them so far. We haven't had complaints about the food, or the other residents, or laundry or anything really so far. I would like to see them be a little more proactive with communication...
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 Comforts of Home Killarney Kourt is made up of spacious one and two bedroom apartments, with amenities including dining rooms, balconies, and washer and dryer connections. There are many different styles of private patios and balconies for the resident's enjoyment. The kitchens are...
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So far Kenosha Place is very nice for our loved one. The staff are very caring and it has been a far better fit then [community name removed]. Based on the experience we have had, we would absolutely...
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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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Cost of memory care in Big Foot Prairie, IL

The average cost of senior living in Big Foot Prairie is $5,012 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include South Beloit, IL with an average of $3,917 per month.

Memory care costs in Big Foot Prairie, IL, vs. nearby cities

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Memory care costs in Big Foot Prairie, IL, vs. state and national averages

Big Foot Prairie, IL
$5,012/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

Memory care costs in Big Foot Prairie, IL, vs. other senior living options

Memory Care
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Memory care costs in Big Foot Prairie, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,462/mo
Studio
$5,466/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,688/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,684/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,916/mo

Senior living costs in Big Foot Prairie 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: Big Foot Prairie, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBig Foot Prairie, ILIllinoisU.S.
Memory Care$5,012/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$4,924/mo$5,149/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$3,463/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Big Foot Prairie, IL:$5,012/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Big Foot Prairie, IL:$4,924/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Big Foot Prairie, IL:$3,463/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Big Foot Prairie, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly memory care costs have shifted over the past five years in Big Foot Prairie 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 Big Foot Prairie, IL

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Big Foot Prairie 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
Big Foot Prairie, IL$7,602/mo$7,191/mo+5.7%
Illinois$7,168/mo$6,812/mo+5.2%
National$6,490/mo$6,152/mo+5.5%
Big Foot Prairie, IL
2024 average cost:$7,602/mo
2023 average cost:$7,191/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$7,168/mo
2023 average cost:$6,812/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
National
2024 average cost:$6,490/mo
2023 average cost:$6,152/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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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 Big Foot Prairie

Recent reviews for memory care in Big Foot Prairie

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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Parkside Manor in Kenosha, WI

5.0
I can only comment about the memory unit. Those girls worked hard to maintain order and keep up. I thought to myself a few times that however much money they are making probably isn't enough. It takes a special person to that job.

Wesley Willows a CCRC in Rockford, IL

5.0
Wesley Willows was great to work with. My mom was there for rehab, respite, and assisted living. We were very happy with the care. The nurse and CNAs took great care of my mom and always keep updated regarding her care. She was very happy with the food. We chose the community because my mom ...
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Big Foot Prairie review score based on 1,861 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 1861 reviews of 389 Big Foot Prairie memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Big Foot Prairie 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

Big Foot Prairie review score compared against nearby cities

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Big Foot Prairie, IL389 facilities
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Harvard, IL13 facilities
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Hebron, IL11 facilities

Review subcategories for Big Foot Prairie 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 1,861 reviews of 389 Big Foot Prairie memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Big Foot Prairie 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.
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Staff
4.2
4.1
Meals & dining
3.9
3.8
Activities
4.0
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Big Foot Prairie memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Big Foot Prairie memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Big Foot Prairie, 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 Big Foot Prairie 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 Big Foot Prairie that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Big Foot Prairie, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
68.9%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
41.9%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.7%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.7%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
77.6%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
30.8%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.2%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.6%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.5%
74%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Big Foot Prairie 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 Big Foot Prairie Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Big Foot Prairie, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
68.4%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
44.5%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
57.1%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.5%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Big Foot Prairie 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 Big Foot Prairie partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Big Foot Prairie, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.4%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.3%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
43.7%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.7%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.5%
17%
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Availability of select dining options in Big Foot Prairie 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 Big Foot Prairie communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Big Foot Prairie, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.6%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.4%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
36%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.3%
23.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Big Foot Prairie 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 Big Foot Prairie offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Big Foot Prairie, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
58.9%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.2%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.7%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
70.4%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
63.2%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.5%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.4%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.2%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44.7%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.7%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
34.2%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
59.9%
47.2%
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State regulations for memory care in Big Foot Prairie

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Shepherd of Harvard, Brookdale Northbrook and Galloway Senior Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Big Foot Prairie, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 448 memory care facilities near Big Foot Prairie, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Big Foot Prairie, Illinois are Brookdale Northbrook, Galloway Senior Living and Brookdale Des Plaines. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 448 memory care facilities near you in Big Foot Prairie, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Big Foot Prairie, 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 Big Foot Prairie, 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 Big Foot Prairie, Illinois ranges from $96 to $28400. The average Memory Care cost in Big Foot Prairie, Illinois is $5,012. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Big Foot Prairie, Illinois typically starts at $96. 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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