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Photo of StoryPoint Romeoville
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66 Floor plans available
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My sister and I checked out 4-5 senior centers that provide both independence and assisted living options. Staff turnover seems to be an issue at most of these places so prepared for that.
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Romeoville! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our various senior living options include independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Throughout each service...
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Charter is a great place with excellent staff, great food...the head nurse is amazing and the head of activities she's also amazing...the staff has always help me with getting my mom to the doctor and...
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.
Citadel Estates is an Assisted Living Community that caters to those diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or related dementia's. 100% of the staff are specially trained to care for individuals with Alzheimer's, Dementia and Memory Loss. Other features of Citadel Estates is its home-like atmosphere...
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The staff is very friendly, the activities are great. Administration seems to have a lot of turnover, leading to frequent changes in policies, but they seem to listen to their residents for the most part.
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.
Start living an upscale lifestyle in the spring of 2021 at The Sheridan at Oak Brook. Learn about our exclusive Diamond Charter Membership!The Sheridan at Oak Brook is located in one of Chicago’s most fancied neighborhoods. Part of the Signature Collection at Senior Lifestyle, this community...
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My mom has been in ALTO for a year and the biggest thing for me is that I know that I do not have to worry about her at all. The 4th floor nurses are wonderful and will call me with any problems that...
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 Alto Wheaton, we see things differently. And it shows. We believe that quality senior living is an ideal balance of care and hospitality. At Alto Wheaton, moving here is moving forward. Our communities offer the best of both worlds in assisted living and memory care services – luxury...
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Great offerings. Great clientele. If you can afford this, it is good activity, socialization, meals, facility. I toured many, I didn't see anything better than this in our area.
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.
Oak Trace, located in Downers Grove, IL, is not-for-profit continuing care retirement community that offers a continuum of living options. Catered living, skilled nursing care and memory support are all situated right on campus. With everything so close by, you'll know that you can find whatever...
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5 to all. We didn't have any complaints. Everyone was very supportive and friendly. They do affordable short-term respite stays for people who need a temporary option.
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.
Westbridge is located on the Wyndemere Retirement Community campus in Wheaton, IllinoisWestbridge residences offer a combination of gracious style and function that enables many to maintain their independence and enjoy life's simple pleasures. Our distinctive one-bedroom suites feature a...
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The friendliness and helpfulness of staff. My Mom loves the outdoor courtyard area that has plenty of chairs, tables, small path for walking & veggie/flower gardens. She also loves the Bistro that has an...
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 Grand Victorian of Sycamore is located in the county seat of DeKalb County, an ideal community in the heart of some of America's most productive farmland. Tree-lined streets and stately 19th century architecture offer picturesque small-town surroundings and a comfortable lifestyle....
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We have had great success with Encore. The staff goes above & beyond. I would recommend encore to others. All the staff goes out of their way to be helpful
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.
You can trust that your loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia is in good hands at family-owned and operated Encore at Bolingbrook, Illinois, assisted living memory care. We focus exclusively on memory care, providing care that's based on the most up-to-date research, for our residents with...
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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.
The Auberge at Naperville is a neighborhood specially designed to serve the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer's disease, dementia and other forms of memory loss. Every day we make it a goal to go above and beyond to enrich the lives of our residents. The staff is committed to delivering...
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I moved to Burr Ridge Senior living one month ago: This was the best decision I ever made! The staff is excellent and all the residents are welcoming! I have to say the food is delicious too! I rate Burr...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
At Burr Ridge Senior Living, we live by our core values of integrity, respect, leadership, personal growth, excellence, and stewardship.Our commitment to service and dedication to compassionate senior care can be felt throughout our community. From our empathetic staff to the many organized...
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Photo of Sunrise of Naperville
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It all went well. It was a great experience. I would recommend them to others who are needing memory care for their loved one. The staff has been very friendly and helpful. The facility is lovely. The food...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of River Glen of St. Charles
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Every staff member we encountered was professional, kind, caring, and helpful. There were plenty of fun activities to participate in as wanted, and my mom ended up enjoying lots of different things. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Come experience what makes River Glen so special! Independent Living townhomes now available as rentals! With two models to choose from; the ranch model is 1,434 sq ft and our two story model is very spacious at 2400 Sq ft. Both include full basements and screened in sun porches...you won't need...
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For each of the areas a solid 5. My mom is so incredibly happy. The staff are wonderful, the activities are perfect and impress me. The price for what you get is one of the best I've seen and to know the...
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.
Care—On Your TermsWouldn’t it be nice to trade in a life of fear, worry and isolation for one full of comfortable accommodations, wonderful friends and personalized care designed to meet your exact needs? If so, our assisted and memory care community may just be the place for you. The seniors who...
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I would rate a 5 on every question except on the Administration who I rate 3. My experience has been really excellent and I would invite every family to make a visit.
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.
Bethlehem Woods Retirement Community offers 270 spacious independent living residences and 64 licensed assisted living apartments in a variety of floor plans. Independent living amenities include: restaurant-style dinner served daily, 24-hour staff and emergency call system, Wellness Clinic and...
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A few things I really like about Prime Healthcare Fox Knoll Village is they are friendly, cooperative staff, clean good food. I would recommend this community to others.
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.
For over 20 years, Presence Fox Knoll has been serving the residents of the Fox Valley area in a tradition of understanding, support, and respect. Our community features a continuum of care in which our professional staff provide a variety of services to compliment our residents needs. Situated...
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The facility was unbelievably clean. When residents were down for meals, the staff would pop in and tidy up, clean up the room. The staff was professional, but friendly. Being a smaller facility, it made...
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.
Built in 1939, Sunnymere has now been providing a home for seniors with the best care for 83 years. Our Executive Director is an RN, and we have CNA's and Nursing Assistants on duty 24/7. We are a small community--35 residents is our max. Sunnymere is located in the southeast corner of Aurora...
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What the facility lacks in modernization is more than made up for by staff care and friendliness. They are quick to communicate any health issues that occur, respond immediately to ensure resident safety,...
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.
Established in 1943 Jennings Terrace is a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to serving the needs of area senior citizens in a home-like setting. Jennings is a provider of affordable high quality services. Our services are responsive and flexible to meet current and changing demands. ...
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I would rate it 4/5. Always room for improvement. Things I like The activities, the food menu and the in house doctor's visits for podiatry and ophthalmology. They also have a beautician that comes out once...
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.
The Pointe at Kilpatrick is an assisted living community located in picturesque and nature filled Crestwood, Cook County, Illinois. Our beautiful community is located in a central spot, just blocks away from the Little Calumet River and nestled between several forests and nature preserves. The...
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I think it's nice that they stop by the rooms and try to get people involved in different activities. As far as improvements I would say when a new resident moves in make sure they are aware that nursing...
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.
The living is easy here because the services are second to none!' HarborChase of Plainfield conveniently serves the assisted living and memory care needs of seniors and families in and around the Plainfield area. Our community is situated on 3.8 acres just 35 miles southwest of Chicago. The...
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All the staff at Belmont Village are kind, friendly and professional. Compared to other facilities we visited, Belmont looks and feels alive.
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.
Belmont Village Geneva Road is located in the greater-Chicago area, on farmland north of Wheaton, in the Village of Carol Stream. So as you might expect, assisted living residents of Belmont Village have easy access to all the amenities of a cosmopolitan city plus the comforts of the warm and...
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The apartments are spacious and bright! They have a 2 bedroom that is brand new. Staff very friendly and helpful. My in-laws are in independent living. Should they need to move to assisted living, they...
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.
Bardwell Residences is a senior living community in an incredible historic building. Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care round out this 99 apartment community. We embrace our history and are Senior Living, Reimagined. Scheduled to open 4/1/23 the entire building has been renovated...
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This is not a high skilled nursing facility, and the nursing staff are very limited on what they can do. The facility director [name removed] was excellent. She was very professional, courteous, attentive,...
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.
The Cottages of New Lenox is an assisted living and memory care community located in New Lenox, IL, in Will County. The community has been specially created to resemble the type of family home where most residents will have lived all of their lives, helping them to adapt to this next stage of...
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It has been a good experience & staff & neighbors are very nice. The staff is very helpful. Just call their No & the reception desk will connect you to Right person
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.
Take a deep breath and imagine what your everyday life could be if you eliminate having to prepare and cook meals and significantly reduce your housekeeping duties. How would you like being able to walk to Mass, a gorgeous outdoor stations of the cross devotion, a fine restaurant, bistro, gift...
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Staff friendly and helpful. Communication can be an issue with upper level staff may not see much and especially not on weekends. Difficult to get through if call main number as they do not have reception....
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.
Churchill Place is a unique memory care community dedicated to residents who are living with Alzheimer's and related dementia. Churchill Place is part of the Anthem Memory Care family of communities. The dedicated staff at Churchill Place provides a high level of personalized care as a part of...
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Mom says the food is usually very good, the care team is very good and caring, and the nursing team is great. There are plenty of activities for residents including onsite church services. Weekly Friday...
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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Cost of memory care in Wauponsee, IL

The average cost of senior living in Wauponsee is $5,510 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dwight, IL with an average of $4,506 per month.

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

Wauponsee, IL
$5,510/mo
$5,506/mo
$5,462/mo

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

Wauponsee, IL
$5,510/mo
U.S. national average
$4,794/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,510/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,416/mo
Studio
$5,556/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,724/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,966/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,956/mo

Senior living costs in Wauponsee 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: Wauponsee, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWauponsee, ILIllinoisU.S.
Memory Care$5,510/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Assisted Living$5,440/mo$5,149/mo$4,557/mo
Independent Living$5,794/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Memory Care
Wauponsee, IL:$5,510/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Assisted Living
Wauponsee, IL:$5,440/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Independent Living
Wauponsee, IL:$5,794/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Memory care costs in Wauponsee, IL, over time

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

Wauponsee, ILIL stateNational

Memory care cost trends in Wauponsee, IL

The table below shows how monthly memory care costs in Wauponsee 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
Wauponsee, IL$7,025/mo$6,804/mo+3.2%
Illinois$7,168/mo$6,812/mo+5.2%
National$6,504/mo$6,180/mo+5.2%
Wauponsee, IL
2024 average cost:$7,025/mo
2023 average cost:$6,804/mo
Percent change:+3.2%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$7,168/mo
2023 average cost:$6,812/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
National
2024 average cost:$6,504/mo
2023 average cost:$6,180/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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What families are saying about memory care in Wauponsee

Recent reviews for memory care in Wauponsee

The Sheridan at Oak Brook

5.0
Our Activities Director at the Sheridan of Oak Brook rewards its residents with numerous wonderful activities and events that result in large crowds. One significant activity, a favorite of mine, occurs annually and is identified as “ Show and Tell”. Residents are encouraged to bring to a ...
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Clarendale of Mokena

5.0
The Memory Care staff was always polite, friendly, and always willing to assist in my mother's needs. My family and I are very satisfied with how my mother was cared for.

Asbury of Kankakee Supportive Living and Memory Care

4.1
My loved one was welcomed into the community very sweetly. She did not want to be there at all and did not want to move. But they took her by the hand and got her comfortable. And by the next day when I came in to visit her, she already had three friends and was doing great. I've had some ...
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Wauponsee review score based on 1,269 family reviews

8.4
Review score141 facilities1269 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1269 reviews of 141 Wauponsee memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Wauponsee 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

Wauponsee review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Wauponsee, IL141 facilities
8.4
Verona, IL125 facilities
8.4
Mazon, IL155 facilities

Review subcategories for Wauponsee 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 1,269 reviews of 141 Wauponsee memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Wauponsee 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.
Wauponsee, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.3
Care services
4.0
3.9
Staff
4.2
4.1
Meals & dining
3.8
3.8
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Wauponsee memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wauponsee memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wauponsee, 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 Wauponsee 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 Wauponsee that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wauponsee, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
73%
66.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
59.6%
49.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98.6%
82.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.6%
99.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
85.8%
73.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.5%
29.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98.6%
90%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
67.4%
63%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.3%
74%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Wauponsee 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 Wauponsee Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wauponsee, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
73%
75.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.6%
47%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63.8%
72%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.2%
27.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wauponsee 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 Wauponsee partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wauponsee, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
56.7%
28.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
59.6%
45.1%
No sugar
No sugar
51.8%
42.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.8%
51%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17%
17%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Wauponsee 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 Wauponsee communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wauponsee, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51.1%
32.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
68.8%
40.4%
Room service
Room service
47.5%
37.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.2%
23.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Wauponsee 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 Wauponsee offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wauponsee, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
75.2%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
57.4%
34.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
51.1%
28.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
82.3%
55.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
78.7%
52.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
85.1%
62.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
65.2%
40.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
35.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63.8%
37%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75.2%
48.1%
Live performances
Live performances
77.3%
48.7%
Dances
Dances
51.1%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.6%
22.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
73.8%
47.2%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for memory care in Wauponsee

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Glen Ellyn, Palos Heights Senior Living and The Timbers of Shorewood are the top-rated memory care facilities near Wauponsee, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 151 memory care facilities near Wauponsee, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Wauponsee, Illinois are Brookdale Glen Ellyn, Palos Heights Senior Living and The Timbers of Shorewood. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 151 memory care facilities near you in Wauponsee, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Wauponsee, 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 Wauponsee, 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 Wauponsee, Illinois ranges from $600 to $28400. The average Memory Care cost in Wauponsee, Illinois is $5,510. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Wauponsee, Illinois typically starts at $600. 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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