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7 Best Memory Care Facilities in Buffalo, IL
Memory care in Buffalo offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Buffalo is about $4,732 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 7 communities, read 50 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
As you explore memory care near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Springfield, Taylorville and Lincoln.
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My mom has been at CC for 1 year. She has dementia and when she went she weighed 85 lbs now she eats 3 healthy meals a day and is so happy there. I don't think there is not anything CC would not do for her...
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.
LIVE THE LIFE YOU LOVE!Making the move to senior living is a big decision. Fortunately, changing where you live doesn't mean changing your whole way of life. At Carriage Crossing, you'll find all the choices you need to live the life you love.Our welcoming campus features a variety of lifestyle...
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We picked this community, because of the rural setting first of all. We knew that it would make dad more comfortable. The staff seemed nice and the place appeared clean and did not smell!! It was a nice...
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.
Rochester Estates Senior Living is an assisted living community situated in beautiful Rochester, Sangamon County, Illinois. Located within minutes of the historic Illinois capital of Springfield, Rochester boasts the best of both worlds. Rochester still maintains that small town feel while...
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We are very pleased with the Villa's assisted living program. I would recommend the facility.
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.
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When i first came to the community i got a great feeling about it. The staff has been very friendly and they always communicate very well. One thing that i really like is the positive atmosphere felt. 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.
Springfield Supportive Living opened in August of 2005. Our highly qualified staff are here to serve you 24 hours a day. Their backgrounds in health care enable them to provide quality care as well as outstanding customer service. We can be found near Historic downtown Springfield and only...
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What a great visit I had with my grandma's friend! Everyone was so friendly and welcoming. The smell was so nice as we entered the building. I was very impressed, as a supportive living establishment it...
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.
Come and be spoiled!Timberlake Senior Living is Springfield Illinois’s newest Supportive Living Community. At Timberlake Senior Living our sole purpose is to help seniors maintain their independence. Timberlake provides housing and supportive services to seniors 65+ who may need assistance with...
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.
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.
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Cost of memory care in Buffalo, IL
The average cost of senior living in Buffalo is $4,732 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Latham, IL with an average of $4,361 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Buffalo, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Buffalo, IL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Buffalo
Recent reviews for memory care in Buffalo
Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Springfield
5.0
My dad has lived in the Villas of Hollybrook for almost a year. The administration and staff have been caring and attentive to his needs. We are very grateful for the precautions that have been taken regarding covid-19. They recognize the severity of the virus as well as the importance of ...
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Randall Residence of Decatur
5.0
Everything is wonderful and clean at this community. The staff are very nice and attentive to my aunt and especially in her time of need after losing her dog. My aunt is adjusting well and has gained 10 pounds since staying with the community. My aunt loves the meals provided, she reads me the ...
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Copper Creek Cottages Memory Care of Lincoln
4.0
They take great care of their residents. I would recommend to other families. They keep it clean. The ratio to staff and residents is good.
Buffalo review score based on 32 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 32 reviews of 7 Buffalo memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Buffalo 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
Buffalo review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Buffalo 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 32 reviews of 7 Buffalo memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Buffalo 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.Buffalo, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.8
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.6
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.4
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.0
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Buffalo memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Buffalo memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Buffalo, 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 Buffalo 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 Buffalo that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Buffalo, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71.4%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.3%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.7%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
71.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
71.4%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42.9%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Buffalo 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 Buffalo Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Buffalo, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
42.9%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
14.3%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
14.3%
70.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Buffalo 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 Buffalo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Buffalo, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
41.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Buffalo 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 Buffalo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Buffalo, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
14.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Buffalo 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 Buffalo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Buffalo, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
45.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
85.7%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.6%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Carriage Crossing Rochester, High Point Residence Taylorville and Carriage Crossing Decatur are the top-rated memory care facilities near Buffalo, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 7 memory care facilities near Buffalo, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Buffalo, Illinois are Carriage Crossing Rochester, High Point Residence Taylorville and Carriage Crossing Decatur. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 7 memory care facilities near you in Buffalo, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Buffalo, 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 Buffalo, 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 Buffalo, Illinois ranges from $740 to $9961. The average Memory Care cost in Buffalo, Illinois is $4,732. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Buffalo, Illinois typically starts at $740. 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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Memory Care in Cities Near Buffalo
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- Latham, Illinois
- Dawson, Illinois
- Macon, Illinois
- Walker, Illinois
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