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Chicago features an array of care and lifestyle options for its diverse and growing senior population. Chicago memory care communities provide assistance with a senior’s daily activities and support their well-being and quality of life through customized care. Some of Chicago’s memory care communities feature both assisted living and memory care within the same facility, and many include on-site skilled nursing. Since memory care communities tend to reach capacity quite often, communities that include assisted living can often accommodate individuals in earlier stages of dementia even as they await an open spot in the memory care unit.

A Place for Mom partners with 19 memory care communities within a 10-mile radius of the Chicago city center. This guide gathers information from A Place for Mom’s proprietary data on Chicago memory care communities, 20+ years of senior living experience, and contacts with local experts. With this guide, you can browse memory care options based on specific needs — budget-friendly services and amenities, care types, pet accommodations, and many other offerings. You will also find cost information, Illinois senior living laws and regulations, and other resources for Chicago seniors.

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Cordia is a great place! My father lived there and loved it. Our only regret is that he did not move there sooner. We transferred him to Cordia from another facility. For people seeking the VA’s Aid and Attendance pension benefit, Cordia is the perfect choice. Other facilities (even very expensive o...

4 / 5.0

My loved one is a resident at Encore at Bolingbrook. Our experience so far at this facility has been fine. They seem to be doing a good job with my loved one, he is not the easiest to care for. We moved my loved one from his previous facility to this one.

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I lived for 26 years in a townhome by Lake Katherine, just 6 blocks away. It's just myself and Giovanni, my 12 year old Italian Greyhound. My 2,050 sq feet home was just too much to keep up. Plus health issues made me want to downsize.i moved in on [date removed]. I just LOVE living here. Food is gr...

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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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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, 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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Costs of memory care in the Chicago area

A Place for Mom’s memory care partner facilities in Chicago cost an average of $6,657 per month, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data.[01] This figure represents the cost of rent and care services in a Chicago memory care facility, as well as any additional costs for add-ons and amenities, averaged from what real families referred to Chicago memory care have paid in the past 12 months.

Add-ons that may affect the cost of memory care can include services like the following:

  • Special diets
  • Health care services
  • Podiatry services
  • Physical and occupational therapies
  • Transportation and concierge services
  • Day trips and events
  • Beauty salon, barbershop, and spa services
  • Pet fees
  • Optional room amenities

Costs in the areas surrounding Chicago can greatly vary. Senior care in the northern suburbs of Chicago often costs closer to $10,000 per month. South of the city, the cost of senior care communities trends downwards.

When looking for affordable memory care communities in Chicago for their loved ones, Illinois residents may find that Wisconsin and northern Indiana are worth exploring. The costs of living and senior care services are significantly lower in these states, and senior care communities in these areas still offer manageable proximity to Chicago.

The figures in the chart below represent baseline costs for memory care in Chicago and nearby cities before adding the costs of optional services and amenities.

Average cost comparisons near Chicago, IL

Average monthly costs

Chicago, IL

$5,592

How people pay for memory care in Chicago

There are many private pay and public assistance options available that can help cover the costs of Chicago memory care. Assessing your senior loved one’s financial situation will help you determine the best ways to pay for memory care.

Even if your loved one has private pay methods available, make sure to also apply for any aid or benefits seniors may be eligible for in your area. There may be assistance available that will help private pay options go farther.

Private pay methods in Chicago

To pay for your loved one’s memory care in Chicago, first consider any income your loved one receives, including Social Security benefits, savings, pensions, or investments. Other private pay options include the following:

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VA benefits for memory care in Chicago

If your loved one is a U.S. military veteran, they may be able to receive financial support from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to help cover the cost of memory care. Veterans pension benefits, such as the Aid and Attendance benefit, can help senior veterans and their surviving spouses improve their quality of life with supplemental income.[03]

Assistance with VA benefits

Applying for veterans benefits can be a challenging process. Even eligible veterans usually require assistance or advocacy to successfully apply. You and your loved one can receive assistance and referrals from veteran service officers in your area by visiting one of the Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs field offices. Veteran service officers are trained and certified fellow veterans in benefits offerings, and they’re available to help Chicago senior veterans get the most out of their eligibility.

The VA works with veterans services organizations (VSOs) in each state, including Veterans of Foreign Wars and Disabled Veterans of America offices. Find information on Chicago offices of Veterans Affairs and veterans services officers below.

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Number of veterans who live in Chicago

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Resources for Chicago veterans

Chicago veterans offices

Chicago Office of Veterans Affairs
2102 W. Ogden Ave.
Chicago, IL 60612
Phone: 312-743-0720

Chicago Vet Center
3348 W. 87th St., Suite 2
Chicago, IL 60652-3767
Phone: 773-962-3740
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Veterans Benefits Administration Chicago Regional Office
Chicago Disabled American Veterans Office
2122 W. Taylor St., Suite 104
Chicago, IL 60612
Phone: 800-827-1000
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs (IDVA)
Chicago Medicaid for memory care

Medicaid provides health care coverage to low-income seniors and people with disabilities. All Medicaid programs must follow federal and state guidelines. Illinois Medicaid is often called Illinois Medical Assistance Programs and offers several health care programs for seniors.

Illinois Medicaid may help cover the costs of Chicago memory care. Seniors whose income is too high may still qualify by spending their excess income on care services, called a spend down.[04] The following programs may help qualifying seniors in Illinois pay for memory care:

  • Illinois Medicaid offers a Persons who are Elderly waiver. As one of the state’s home and community based services (HCBS) waivers, the Persons who are Elderly waiver is designed to help cover care within a community setting for individuals eligible for skilled nursing care but who’d prefer to remain in their home or a senior living facility, such as memory care. This waiver is for Illinois residents who are 60 or older and meet the eligibility requirements for Medicaid, in addition to meeting specific eligibility requirements for home and community based services waivers.
  • Medicaid’s Aid to the Aged, Blind, and Disabled (AABD) program is specifically for individuals who are 65 or older, blind, or disabled that meet income limits. The benefits of this program generally entail cash, medical assistance, and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). For a disability to qualify an individual for AABD Medicaid, it must meet the Social Security Administration’s definition of a disability.
  • Medicaid’s Supportive Living Program (SLP) waiver program offers eligible seniors in senior living communities coverage for health care services not usually covered by Medicaid, such as assistance with activities of daily living and social and health activities. The state of Illinois offers locations within the SLP waiver program specifically designed to offer dementia care.

Note that while Illinois Medical Assistance Programs cover some long-term care services, such as dementia support and other health care services, they do not cover room and board at an assisted living community or memory care facility.

To find out if your loved one qualifies, you can check their eligibility online through the ABE (Application for Benefits Eligibility) website linked in the resources below or call 1-800-843-6154.

A local area agency on aging (AAA) can help you and your loved one find additional support with Medicare, Medicaid, and other services. A long-term care ombudsman can also provide advice and advocacy on your loved one’s rights as a resident in senior living, such as a memory care community. Find information on these and other helpful resources below.

Chicago resident Medicaid resources

Illinois Area Agencies on Aging (AAA)

Chicago Department on Aging
6117 S. Kedzie Ave.
Chicago, IL 60629
Phone: 312-747-0440
312-744-4016
Email: aging@cityofchicago.org
Hours: Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Medicare memory care coverage in Chicago

Medicare extends coverage to Americans 65 or older and to individuals with certain disabilities. Medicare has many parts that cover different aspects of health care services. Some health care services covered by Medicare include the following:

  • Inpatient hospital stays or skilled nursing care
  • Doctors’ services, medical services, and medical supplies
  • Prescription medications

While Medicare in Chicago won’t cover nonmedical care services at a senior living community, like room and board, it may cover care costs associated with medical treatment, including dementia care. To see what costs Medicare in Cook County will cover, you can dial 2-1-1, visit the federal Medicare website, or reach out to one of your local Chicago Social Security Administration offices. The following programs specifically can help offset some care costs:

  • Qualified seniors may get help paying for Medicare deductibles and premiums through Medicare Savings Programs. In Illinois, call 1-800-252-8966 or get help through the Medicare advising service: Senior Health Insurance Program, linked in the resources list below.
  • Illinois also offers dual Medicare/Medicaid coverage in which Medicaid can help pay Medicare premiums, deductibles, and coinsurance. Your loved one can access the application to this specific program and others through the HMS Medical Forms page. For this specific program, look for form HFS 2378M: Application for Payment of Medicare Premiums, Deductibles and Coinsurance.

If your loved one is eligible for Medicare, the U.S. Social Security Administration can help you access their Medicare benefits. A local long-term care ombudsman can advocate for your loved one’s rights, as well as investigate any complaints of long-term care residents and help ensure that seniors receive the quality of care they deserve. Find links to these resources below.

Chicago resident Medicare resources

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Understand Illinois laws and regulations for memory care facilities

Illinois memory care communities must be licensed by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Division of Assisted Living. According to Illinois state law, memory care communities must offer the same mandatory services as required for assisted living, including the following:

  • Three daily meals
  • Assistance with activities of daily living
  • Housekeeping services
  • Security
  • Emergency response systems
  • At least one awake staff member 24 hours per day

In addition to these services, Illinois senior care facilities designated to provide memory care must also abide by the following regulations:

  • The administrator and care staff must receive ongoing training in caring for individuals with dementia.
  • The facility must have safety measures in place for individuals who may wander.
  • The facility must provide activities to support cognitive function.

The IDPH Division of Assisted Living also regulates shared housing establishments, which can also serve as memory care communities. The same regulations apply to both assisted living and shared housing, except for their distinct size requirements. Both assisted living and shared housing facilities provide residential care for a minimum of three unrelated individuals, at least 80% of whom are 55+ in age. Shared housing communities, however, can have a maximum of 16 residents.

The IDPH Division of Assisted Living performs an unannounced annual review on each Illinois assisted living community and shared housing community, including memory care communities.[05]

Generally, Illinois assisted living and memory care licenses are available for view by using the Illinois Department of Health’s search tool. If the search tool is unavailable, please contact the IDPH directly at 312-814-5278.

Families can research prospective nursing homes by using Medicare’s local provider search tool.

View Illinois handbook of long-term care residents’ rights.

Illinois Department of Health contact information

IDPH Chicago Headquarters Offices:

122 S. Michigan Ave., 7th and 20th Floor
Chicago, IL 60603
Phone: 312-814-2793

69 W. Washington St., 35th Floor
Chicago, IL 60602
Phone: 312-814-5278

COVID-19 regulations for Chicago memory care facilities

While most COVID-19 restrictions have been eased in Chicago, long-term care facilities, such as memory care and other senior care communities, still have recommended guidelines from the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) for residents’ safety.

Read the full Illinois Department of Public Health COVID-19 guidelines for long-term care facilities.

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Vaccinations. COVID-19 vaccines are available to all residents. Staff are required to be either up to date with COVID-19 vaccinations or to be tested twice per week.

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Masking. All visitors and staff of Chicago memory care communities must wear masks. When COVID-19 cases are higher, more protective equipment is required for memory care staff.

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Testing. Though it is no longer required, the IDPH highly recommends COVID-19 testing and tracing possible exposures for memory care staff and residents.

Get to know memory care in Chicago

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4.2/5.0 average in-network rating
74% of partner memory care communities offer pet-friendly services
21% of Chicago memory care facilities offer Hoyer lifts
47% of our partner Chicago communities offer skilled nursing
95% of memory care communities in Chicago offer enclosed walking spaces
84% of our partner memory care facilities in Chicago offer restaurant-style dining
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Number of people we referred to Chicago memory care communities in 2022-2023
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Average age of residents we referred in Chicago

What to expect from memory care in Chicago

Chicago memory care communities are thoughtfully designed, with elegantly furnished living and communal spaces featuring inviting color palettes. Seniors in Chicago memory care can enjoy social or leisure activities in shared recreational spaces. They can also relax or receive personal care services in the privacy of their own apartments. Many of Chicago’s memory care communities offer restaurant-style dining, so residents can enjoy excellent culinary experiences.

Chicago memory care communities offer leisure and care provisions of assisted living, as well as offerings designed to match the unique needs of seniors with memory loss. Such offerings include the following:

  • Security measures to prevent wandering
  • Activities designed to support cognitive function
  • Indoor and/or enclosed outdoor walking spaces
  • Care staff available around the clock
  • 24-hour emergency response
  • Assistance with activities of daily living, such as grooming, bathing, and dressing
  • Incontinence care
  • Housekeeping and laundry services
  • Barber and beauty services
  • Exercise classes
  • Engaging recreational, social, and entertainment activities
  • Restaurant-style dining
  • Grocery and errand services
  • Transportation services

Tiered senior living

Many of Chicago’s senior living options offer some combination of independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, and memory care. Some of these communities qualify as Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRCs), but not all of them. CCRCs usually require a large entry fee to ensure service costs remain consistent even if a resident’s care needs change. While Chicago does have some CCRCs, it also offers senior care communities that still provide multiple care levels on one campus.

Communities with multiple levels of senior living are a popular choice among seniors who don’t want to relocate if their care needs change, since they can easily transition to a support level that fits their evolving needs. For residents in need of memory care, tiered senior living can mean a variety of social engagement with neighbors. It can also mean that residents in earlier stages of dementia may be able to live in the assisted living section of the community and move to the memory care unit if their needs increase. Starting in assisted living may be a more cost effective option for families of seniors with dementia.

Supportive living

Unique to Illinois senior care is a community type called supportive living. Supportive living communities provide care services to their residents and are an excellent long-term care option for Chicago seniors with limited funds. Chicago has several supportive living communities designated to provide memory care.

Unlike private-sector memory care communities in Illinois, supportive living memory care communities accept Medicaid. Note that even in supportive living, Medicaid doesn’t cover the cost of room and board, only care services.

Services that can be covered in a Medicaid-approved supportive living community include the following:

  • Dementia care and cognitive support
  • Assistance with activities of daily living
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Medication assistance
  • Social activities and recreation
  • 24-hour care staff

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Number of seniors over the age of 65 currently living in Chicago

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Percentage of seniors 65 and older within the Chicago population

Median annual retirement income for Chicago seniors 65 and older

Health care for seniors in Chicago

Chicago seniors have several reputable medical centers to choose from when it comes to getting the care they need.

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Northwestern Memorial Hospital

Nationally ranked in 10 adult specialties, Northwestern Memorial Hospital is the highest-ranking hospital in the state of Illinois, according to U.S. News and World Report. The hospital partners with Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine to foster world-class patient care and medical innovation.

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Rush University Medical Center

Rush University Medical Center is ranked No. 2 out of Chicago hospitals, according to U.S. News and World Report. With roots going back over 180 years, Rush is known for its excellence in patient care, education, and medical research.

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University of Chicago Medical Center

University of Chicago Medical Center is a nonprofit academic hospital established in 1927. According to U.S. News and World Report, it’s the third-highest ranked hospital in Chicago and in the state of Illinois. It’s also known for exceptional geriatric care services.

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NorthShore University Health System

NorthShore includes six hospitals and over 140 medical centers all over the Illinois area. NorthShore University Health System is the fourth-highest ranking Chicago hospital, according to U.S. News and World Report.

Transportation for seniors in Chicago

Most of Chicago’s memory care facilities offer their residents transportation services to and from medical appointments, errands, and off-site activities.  Of our memory care partners in the area, 95% offer complimentary and/or at-cost transportation services. Depending on the individual community, pre-scheduled transportation may be free, while on-demand rides may have an additional cost.

For family members visiting a loved one in Chicago memory care, it may be helpful to know that many Chicago residents choose public transportation over driving due to the city’s heavy traffic and limited parking. Chicago has a wealth of reliable public transportation options, including the following:

  • Many Chicago residents find the Chicago Transit Authority “L” train to be the most convenient and cost effective way to get around the city.
  • Chicago provides AC Med Tran transportation services specifically for seniors, veterans, and individuals who require a wheelchair or mobility assistance.
  • For commuting to the surrounding suburbs, Chicago has more than 100 bus routes, as well as the Metra Rail train.

Senior activities in Chicago

Chicago is the most populous city in the Midwestern United States. It’s known for its cultural diversity, entertainment, culinary experiences, landmarks, shoreline views of sparkling Lake Michigan, and, of course, delicious Chicago-style deep-dish pizza. Chicago offers plenty of attractions for the whole family, as well as resources designed for individuals with dementia.

Family-friendly Chicago

There’s something for everyone in Chicago. Take in an evening with the Chicago Symphony Orchestra, or spend an afternoon with marine wildlife at Shedd Aquarium. Enjoy a scenic stroll along Chicago’s Lakefront Trail or through one of its many sprawling parks, such as Millennium Park and the Cloud Gate (popularly called The Bean). The Lincoln Park Zoo offers free admission, and families can visit the animals, enjoy the zoo’s wildlife animal habitats and gardens, and even participate in fun events.

Chicago has a wealth of museums where families can reminisce, learn, and explore. Some popular options include the following:

Chicago for memory loss

The Chicago Hyde Park neighborhood is famously accommodating to seniors with dementia. As part of the Dementia Friendly America program, the community of Hyde Park strives to boost awareness of those with memory loss, as well as provide activities, support through volunteers, and more to local seniors with dementia.

Chicago also has one of many Illinois Memory Cafes, the South Loop Memory Cafe, which hosts events for seniors with dementia and their families.

Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Northbrook, Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Elk Grove and Mercy Circle Senior Living are the top-rated Memory Care facilities near Chicago, IL. These Memory Care facilities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews. See full list of communities.

The average cost of Memory Care in Chicago is 5587.82 per month. This cost may vary based on location, amenities, floorplan, level of care and other factors.

The 58 memory care facilities near you in Chicago, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Chicago, 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 Chicago, 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 Chicago, Illinois ranges from $600 to $55430. The average Memory Care cost in Chicago, Illinois is $5587.82. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Chicago, 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.

References

  1. A Place for Mom. (2022). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

  2. United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veteran status (S2101): Chicago [Data set]. American Community Survey.

  3. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. (2022, October 12). VA Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance.

  4. Witten, D. When Medicaid in Illinois will pay for a nursing home, assisted living, or home health care. NOLO

  5. Assisted Living and Shared Housing Act, Illinois General Assembly Health Facilities and Regulation § 210 ILCS 9 (2001).

  6. United States Census Bureau. (2021). Population 65 years and over in the United States (S0103): Chicago. [Data set]. American Community Survey.

  7. U.S. News and World Report. (2023). Best hospitals in Chicago.

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A Place for Mom. (2022). A Place for Mom proprietary data.

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United States Census Bureau. (2021). Veteran status (S2101): Chicago [Data set]. American Community Survey.

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U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. (2022, October 12). VA Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance.

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Assisted Living and Shared Housing Act, Illinois General Assembly Health Facilities and Regulation § 210 ILCS 9 (2001).

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United States Census Bureau. (2021). Population 65 years and over in the United States (S0103): Chicago. [Data set]. American Community Survey.

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U.S. News and World Report. (2023). Best hospitals in Chicago.