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If your loved one needs memory care in River Forest, A Place for Mom can help. With 65 memory care facilities in River Forest, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.
Alzheimer’s care in River Forest incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. River Forest memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in River Forest, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Dunning, Norwood Park and Jefferson Park.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Chicago, Skokie and Palatine.
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My parents are living here and I believe my family is very happy so far. I think the staff at the facility is very attentive; they’ve had the nurses coming to the room, and have done a pretty good job with...
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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.
Norwood Crossing, a not-for-profit community located on the Northwest side of Chicago, has been serving older adults since 1896. Each day, Norwood Crossing holds true to their mission of enhancing the independence and well-being of older adults. Norwood Crossing offers several levels of service...
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I picked this community, because it was near my home, the sales director at the time, [name removed]made me feel really comfortable with me leaving my aunt under her care, and the pricing was the most...
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.
Paul House offers our assisted living program members a central Irving Park address with a vibrant, inviting community, deep historical roots and a worry-free residential community. We have three service levels and three types of private apartments: efficiency studio, studio and one bedroom, all...
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From the first visit a great experience. Friendly, knowledgeable, caring staff. The place was always spotless The food was very good My cousin received excellent care. Would recommend it to everyone...
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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.
A gracious 55-unit assisted living residence rebuilt in a great Chicago neighborhood in 1997, Covenant Home brings a new style of assisted living to its urban Chicago neighborhood. Our building wraps a floor-to-ceiling central atrium, making the interior bright and cheerful. Studio, one- and...
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My mother suffered a very severe stroke and was unable, to talk, communicate in any way, move, eat or do anything for herself at all. The level of care she received at K-B was extraordinary. She was fed,...
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.
King-Bruwaert House (KBH) continues its tradition of providing unsurpassed care and residential lifestyle options to seniors aged 60 or better for over 90 years. As a private, non-profit community, KBH offers a year-round active setting for those seeking independent living, assisted living,...
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Everyone At Bethany Retirement seems friendly and helpful. The room size and layout of the community is good. My likes the food. They have an outdoor courtyard for residents to use. My mom is happy there.
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.
Bethany Retirement is a faith-based, non-profit serving the vibrant Andersonville and Ravenswood neighborhoods in Chicago for over 126 years! We were founded in the Methodist tradition; however, we are home to a variety of faiths. We are 'Called to Care' and our desire is to provide active living...
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We looked at other places and we chose The Hartwell because when we walked in it instantly resonated with my brother. They have had the same chef over 30 years and the staff have been there a long time. They...
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.
Hartwell PlaceMemory Care Assisted LivingA memory care community where you can feel your best.Serving the neighborhood since 1898, Chicago Methodist Senior Services established Hartwell Place in 2000, an intimate and vintage community, nestled in the heart of Andersonville for adults living with...
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My parents have been at The Clare since 2008, first in Independent Living, then my Father in Memory care and now my mother in Assisted Living. They chose the Clare as their plan for retirement. They both...
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.
The Clare rises as an integral part of downtown Chicago—with the blue of Lake Michigan at one hand, the proud skyline at the other and at its feet all you could ever desire for enrichment, excitement and fulfillment. This premiere retirement residence and the unique lifestyle it offers await you...
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My sister loves being in a place that treates her and all residence with kindness and respect. It’s almost like a hotel with a dining room on the first floor and each resident has their own apartment with...
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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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.
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, 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.
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.
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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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 Chicago is an affordable assisted living community exclusively designed for low income seniors 65 or older. Fully certified by the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Living, Heritage Woods is located on the west side of Chicago. Heritage Woods is a lovely place to call...
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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 Ivy Apartments, nestled in the heart of the Lincoln Park/DePaul University area, provides both independent & supportive living options for its residents. Our 24 hour supportive living staff provides personal care assistance with activities of daily living for our seniors, in the privacy of...
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Hello my name is [removed] I'm a resident in Greenview Place.If you looking for a place that is interested in your health and your happiness,this is the place.Each one of the staff at Greenview Place has...
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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.
Cost of memory care in River Forest, IL
The average cost of senior living in River Forest is $5,792 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lyons, IL with an average of $5,696 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in River Forest, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in River Forest, IL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in River Forest vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in River Forest, IL by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in River Forest
Recent reviews for memory care in River Forest
Cantata Adult Life Services a CCRC in Brookfield, IL
4.8
I recommend Cantata because they have a robust rehab gym staffed with professionals in physical therapy, occupational therapy, balance, speech/memory therapy. It is located on a quiet tree lined landscaped campus with onsite Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing and Independent Living. The staff ...
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Churchill Place in Glen Ellyn, IL
5.0
Based on our experience I would recommend. So far everything has been very good no problems and everyone has been great and easy to work with.
Artis Senior Living of Lakeview in Chicago, IL
4.0
My mother is currently a resident at Artis Senior Living of Lakeview and we are very happy with the place. The staff and my mother have both adjusted well. We are satisfied that this was the right place for her.
River Forest review score based on 425 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 425 reviews of 62 River Forest memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The River Forest 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
River Forest review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for River Forest 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 425 reviews of 62 River Forest memory care communities. This chart helps you compare River Forest 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.River Forest, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
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4.4
Friendliness
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4.5
Care services
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Staff
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4.4
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Value for cost*
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River Forest memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in River Forest memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in River Forest, 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 River Forest 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 River Forest that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
River Forest, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
73.4%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
67.2%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.3%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
95.3%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
89.1%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43.8%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.8%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
67.2%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
71.9%
64.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in River Forest 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 River Forest Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
River Forest, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67.2%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
48.4%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
54.7%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
29.7%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in River Forest 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 River Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
River Forest, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
56.3%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
64.1%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
60.9%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
67.2%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.6%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in River Forest 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 River Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
River Forest, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
62.5%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
73.4%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
60.9%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in River Forest 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 River Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
81.3%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
59.4%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
62.5%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
78.1%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
79.7%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
89.1%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
68.8%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
70.3%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
75%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
81.3%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
78.1%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
57.8%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
64.1%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
78.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Northbrook, Encore at South Barrington and Sunrise of Naperville North are the top-rated memory care facilities near River Forest, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 65 memory care facilities near River Forest, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in River Forest, Illinois are Brookdale Northbrook, Encore at South Barrington and Sunrise of Naperville North. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 65 memory care facilities near you in River Forest, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in River Forest, 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 River Forest, 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 River Forest, Illinois ranges from $600 to $42521. The average Memory Care cost in River Forest, Illinois is $5,792. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in River Forest, 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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