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5 Best Memory Care Facilities in Dow, IL

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If your loved one needs memory care in Dow, A Place for Mom can help. With 5 memory care facilities in Dow, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

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Photo of Charter Senior Living of Godfrey
66 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.5
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35 reviews
9.5
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35 reviews
5 star
71%
4 star
29%
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The staff was great we never had a problem with them. Her room several times when we went there looked like they hadn't even bothered to clean it. There was always crap on the toilet that could've improved....
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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1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
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28 reviews
8.0
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28 reviews
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4 star
11%
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2 star
4%
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First, we were contacted by [name removed] with Longevity and she was involved in every step of the process. She was a dream to work with and really set the bar when talking with my mother. Secondly, 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.
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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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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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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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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Cost of memory care in Dow, IL

The average cost of senior living in Dow is $6,603 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Otterville, IL with an average of $6,603 per month.

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

Dow, IL
$6,603/mo
U.S. national average
$6,999/mo

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

Memory Care
$6,603/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,000/mo
Studio
$7,103/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,190/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,655/mo

Senior living costs in Dow 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: Dow, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDow, ILIllinoisU.S.
Memory Care$6,603/mo$7,681/mo$6,999/mo
Assisted Living$5,444/mo$6,329/mo$5,830/mo
Independent Living$3,659/mo$3,342/mo$3,520/mo
Memory Care
Dow, IL:$6,603/mo
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Assisted Living
Dow, IL:$5,444/mo
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Independent Living
Dow, IL:$3,659/mo
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Memory care costs in Dow, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Dow 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 average 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
Dow, IL$6,420/mo$6,379/mo+0.6%
Illinois$7,236/mo$6,979/mo+3.7%
National$6,685/mo$6,446/mo+3.7%
Dow, IL
2024 average cost:$6,420/mo
2023 average cost:$6,379/mo
Percent change:+0.6%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$7,236/mo
2023 average cost:$6,979/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
National
2024 average cost:$6,685/mo
2023 average cost:$6,446/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
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What families are saying about memory care in Dow

Recent reviews for memory care in Dow

Twin Oaks Estate in O'Fallon, MO

5.0
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 all questions. The nursing staff always has time to help or advise families as life ...
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Villages of St. Peters Memory Care in Saint Peters, MO

5.0
I cannot say enough nice things about the Villagers of St. Peter's. My mom's over all care was exceptional. My sister and I received help as well with better instructions on how to deal with mom's mental challenges. My mother passed away in [date removed]v and they again were a great help with ...
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Charter Senior Living of Godfrey

5.0
I'm very happy with the experience that I see mom having. I like the camaraderie among the staff. They seem very integrated. I like the attentiveness they extend to the residents. I like the activities that are provided. The facility is clean, and mom is always clean and dressed. I would ...
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Dow review score based on 5,332 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 5332 reviews of 151 Dow memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Dow 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

Dow review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Dow, IL151 facilities
8.4
Otterville, IL7 facilities
8.4
Elsah, IL213 facilities

Review subcategories for Dow 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 5,332 reviews of 151 Dow memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Dow 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.
Dow, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.4
Friendliness
4.4
4.5
Care services
4.2
4.3
Staff
4.4
4.6
Meals & dining
4.1
4.2
Activities
4.3
4.3
Value for cost*
4.2
4.2
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Dow memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dow memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dow, 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 Dow 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 Dow that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dow, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
67.7%
56.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
49.7%
42.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
89%
75.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.7%
95.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72%
63.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.8%
24.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91.2%
81.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51%
53.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68%
65%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Dow 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 Dow Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dow, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
72.7%
65.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
61.4%
39.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
75.3%
61.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
32.1%
23.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dow 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 Dow partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dow, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
45.6%
24.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
51.4%
38.7%
No sugar
No sugar
46.7%
35.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.8%
45.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.5%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Dow 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 Dow communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dow, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43.9%
27.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.1%
34.5%
Room service
Room service
49.6%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
39.3%
19.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dow 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 Dow offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dow, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
61.5%
39.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.8%
28.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.3%
24.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.9%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.1%
44.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.4%
53.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
54.9%
34%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
51.4%
30.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.7%
31.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.5%
40.7%
Live performances
Live performances
61.6%
41%
Dances
Dances
45.9%
27.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.8%
19.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.1%
39.9%
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State regulations for memory care in Dow

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Charter Senior Living of Godfrey, Cedarhurst of Godfrey and San Gabriel Memory Care Godfrey are the top-rated memory care facilities near Dow, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 5 memory care facilities near Dow, Illinois. See the full list.
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The best memory care facilities near you in Dow, Illinois are Clarendale of St. Peters and Assisted Living at The Meadowlands. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 5 memory care facilities near you in Dow, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Dow, 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 Dow, 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 Dow, Illinois ranges from $3940 to $11200. The average Memory Care cost in Dow, Illinois is $6,603. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Dow, Illinois typically starts at $3940. 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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