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7 Best Memory Care Facilities in Forrest, IL
If your loved one needs memory care in Forrest, A Place for Mom can help. With 7 memory care facilities in Forrest, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Forrest incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Forrest memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Forrest, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Pontiac, Dwight and Saybrook.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Pontiac, Dwight and Saybrook.
Forrest Memory Care Facilities | 18 Reviews
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My experience with finding a place for my Dad at Heritage Woods of Dwight was very nice. The administration people answered all my questions and concerns and made the process easy for me and my Father. My...
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.
Heritage Woods of Dwight is an assisted living community located in Dwight, IL. Dwight, which contains a stretch of the original famous U.S. Route 66, lies 80 miles southwest of Chicago. The town boasts a rich history, and is home to numerous landmarks and monuments. With well-preserved...
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7 reviews
What our family likes the most about The Pointe at Pontiac is the great communication, my mother is no longer there-moved to memory care so we were sad to see her move. Based on the experience we have had so...
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.
The Pointe at Pontiac senior supportive living provides apartment-style housing with personal care and other supportive services to adults age 65 and older. Our living environment enables seniors to maintain an active and independent lifestyle.The Pointe at Pontiac senior supportive living allows...
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This is a community I would recommend, they are taking very good care of my mother. She is doing well here and I'am pleased. It is a good looking community, they do a good job with keeping her room and 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.
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, 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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of memory care in Forrest, IL
The average cost of senior living in Forrest is $4,750 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sibley, IL with an average of $3,623 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Forrest, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Forrest, IL vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Forrest, IL by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Forrest
Recent reviews for memory care in Forrest
The Pointe at Pontiac
4.0
It's very clean and a good atmosphere overall. The last 2 months, there have been some staff changes in all departments. I think they're just going through growing pains right now, which is understandable. It's still a great place and the residents' needs are being met. They just have to get ...
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Heritage Woods of Dwight
5.0
Very knowledgeable and caring staff. Modern updates, something to do for everyone. My mom seems to like it there and is adjusting very well. Staff has been very helpful in getting her adjusted and in a routine due to her dementia. Highly recommend
Forrest memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forrest memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forrest, 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 Forrest 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 Forrest that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Forrest, ILNational
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
50%
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
16.7%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
33.3%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Forrest 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 Forrest Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Forrest, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
75.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Forrest 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 Forrest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Forrest, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
28.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Forrest 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 Forrest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Forrest, ILNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
37%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forrest 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 Forrest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Forrest, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
34%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Heritage Woods of Dwight, The Pointe at Pontiac and Gibson City Villas of Holly Brook are the top-rated memory care facilities near Forrest, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 7 memory care facilities near Forrest, Illinois. See the full list.
The 7 memory care facilities near you in Forrest, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Forrest, 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 Forrest, 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 Forrest, Illinois ranges from $439 to $10200. The average Memory Care cost in Forrest, Illinois is $4,750. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Forrest, 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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