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6 Best Memory Care Facilities in Dwight, IL
If your loved one needs memory care in Dwight, A Place for Mom can help. With 6 memory care facilities in Dwight, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in Dwight incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Dwight memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Dwight, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Eileen and Eileen.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Morris, Morris and Streator.
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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
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.
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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We put my grandma here and she really was enjoying it till her health turned and she had to be put in the hospital. But when she was there she enjoyed the activities like bingo and she said the food was...
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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.
We assist with the activities of daily living and provide lots of amenities and services including fabulous meals, housekeeping, laundry service, medication assistance, a personal response notification system, social activities, community field trips, transportation, and 24 hour staffing seven...
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Cost of memory care in Dwight, IL
The average cost of senior living in Dwight is $4,506 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Emington, IL with an average of $4,318 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Dwight, IL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Dwight
Recent reviews for memory care in Dwight
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
Villas of Holly Brook Streator
5.0
I would say to check out this community. It was one of the best communities that I have seen. They have activities like bingo, cooking, baking, they did an Easter egg hunt for the community and kids got to join also. They also had a mardi gras party and try to celebrate all of the holidays with ...
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Dwight memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dwight memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dwight, 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 Dwight 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 Dwight that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Dwight, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
14.3%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.6%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.7%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
71.4%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.1%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.7%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42.9%
64.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Dwight 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 Dwight Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Dwight, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
42.9%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.3%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
14.3%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
14.3%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dwight 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 Dwight partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dwight, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
44.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Dwight 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 Dwight communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dwight, ILNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dwight 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 Dwight offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dwight, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Heritage Woods of Dwight, The Pointe at Pontiac and The Gardens at Park Pointe are the top-rated memory care facilities near Dwight, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 6 memory care facilities near Dwight, Illinois. See the full list.
The 6 memory care facilities near you in Dwight, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Dwight, 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 Dwight, 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 Dwight, Illinois ranges from $1353 to $10200. The average Memory Care cost in Dwight, Illinois is $4,506. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Dwight, Illinois typically starts at $1353. 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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