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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Shelby County, IL

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If your loved one needs memory care in Shelby County, A Place for Mom can help. With 55 memory care facilities in Shelby County, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Effingham, Mattoon and Pana.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Effingham, Mattoon and Pana.

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Photo of Eagle Ridge of Decatur
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The apartments are roomy and lots of space in the facility. Opportunities for activities however the doors lock too early and it's hard to get someone to let you in after 4:30 or earlier PM. Spacious...
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.
Eagle Ridge is an affordable assisted living community that is offered to 65 and older adults. The emphasis is on maintaining your health, wellness, and independence at Eagle Ridge.  A full array of amenities and helpfull services will make your days fulfilled and comfortable for you and...
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I would highly recommend Villas of Holly Brook. The staff were attentive, the community was clean, and they were courteous. The community was able to work with hospice care, and they worked as a team very...
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.
At the Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Memory Care, you will have the perfect balance of independence and living the standard you need, want and deserve. We ca do it ALL! We cook! We clean! We do the laundry! We also take care of the yard. We are here to serve our residents 24 hours a...
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The main reason we chose Arbor Rose of Monicello was because of the family atmosphere. I would tell others looking into any facility to make sure and look for the care that is received, and not just all of...
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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Overall I think they did a pretty good job. They did what they said they were going to do for my loved one. They were good about calling and following up with us if anything came up. He didn't really care...
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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At The Oaks, there is not a nurse on staff. So family members have to ensure that pill boxes are filled. You will want to have multiple pill boxes in the event you live many miles away. They are quaint and...
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.
The Oaks Manor was built in 2008, by and for the community by local business professionals. You will receive high-quality support when dealing with life’s many challenges. Your safety and security is our first goal followed closely by our goals to meet all your expectations, so you can live in...
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Cedarhurst of Greenville is wonderful! They an app where I'm informed everyday of what she's doing and it makes it easier. We go there for a week once a month and it's always clean with no odor of any kind....
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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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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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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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.
Courtyard Estates of Sullivan is a modern, beautiful assisted living community located in the residential neighborhood of Sullivan, Illinois. You'll enjoy our incredible spaces indoors while also spending plenty of time on our outdoor paths and patios or even under the gazebo. And, when you do...
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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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Photo of Montgomery Terrace
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.
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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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.
Photo of Evergreen Place Decatur
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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.
Photo of Reflections Memory Care  - Charleston
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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We could not be happier with Keystone Senior Living. All of the staff have been wonderful to my parents. The facility is clean and offers everything they need.
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.
A caring community that promotes health, well-being, and independence. Our community offers two lifestyles side by side on the same campus. Keystone Gardens Independent Living has services and amenities that complement an active lifestyle. When additional care or assistance becomes necessary,...
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.
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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I have lived at Evergreen Place for 8 years. They take good care of everyone. Dining services are very cheerful and caring. Food is good. They clean our rooms and do our laundry for use. They have a lot of...
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.
Evergreen Place offers worry-free living, where independence thrives and compassionate care is always nearby. Our beautiful campus offers lovely supportive living options. We welcome you to learn more and visit our community of care, where friendships flourish and families find peace of mind....

Cost of memory care in Shelby County, IL

The average cost of senior living in Shelby County is $4,656 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shelbyville, IL with an average of $4,019 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shelby County, IL vs. nearby counties

Shelby County, IL
$4,656/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shelby County, IL vs. the state and national average

Shelby County, IL
$4,656/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Shelby County vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$4,656/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Shelby County, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$6,265/mo
Studio
$4,199/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,081/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,995/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Shelby County over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Shelby County

Recent reviews for memory care in Shelby County

Heritage Woods of Charleston

4.9
I have lived here for about a year and a half. I have enjoyed it immensely. Very friendly people live and work here. I recommend it for people 65 years old and older. We get three meals a day plus snacks. We get activities that are great. We have exercise programs for 45 minutes at least 2 times ...
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Randall Residence of Decatur

5.0
Everything is wonderful and clean at this community. The staff are very nice and attentive to my aunt and especially in her time of need after losing her dog. My aunt is adjusting well and has gained 10 pounds since staying with the community. My aunt loves the meals provided, she reads me the ...
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Brookstone Estates Tuscola

4.6
It's a very friendly place. They are very respectful to the residents. And they show true concern and care for them The facility is good. They clean the apartments every week. My loved one likes the food for the most part, although he's not picky. Sometimes it can be tough / hard to eat, ...
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Shelby County review score based on 168 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 168 reviews of 46 Shelby County memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Shelby County 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

Shelby County review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Shelby County, IL46 facilities
9.2
Shelbyville, IL7 facilities
8.3
Tower Hill, IL77 facilities

Review subcategories for Shelby County 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 168 reviews of 46 Shelby County memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Shelby County 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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Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.6
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.4
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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Shelby County memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shelby County memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shelby County, 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 Shelby County 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 Shelby County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
32.6%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
6.5%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.8%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.4%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.8%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.3%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
54.3%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shelby County 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 Shelby County Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shelby County, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
54.3%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.7%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.3%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shelby County 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 Shelby County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shelby County, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
43.5%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
34.8%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.7%
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Shelby County 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 Shelby County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
6.5%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.8%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
32.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.2%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shelby County 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 Shelby County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shelby County, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
37%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.3%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.1%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.2%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.5%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.3%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.7%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.9%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.8%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.3%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
56.5%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
39.1%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.9%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.2%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 55 memory care facilities near Shelby County, Illinois. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Shelby County, Illinois are Carriage Crossing Rochester, Carriage Crossing Arcola and Carriage Crossing Taylorville. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 55 memory care facilities near you in Shelby County, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Shelby County, 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 Shelby County, 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 Shelby County, Illinois ranges from $1600 to $8500. The average Memory Care cost in Shelby County, Illinois is $4,656. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Shelby County, Illinois typically starts at $1600. 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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