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Memory care in Joliet 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 Joliet is about $5,531 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 15 communities, read 662 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities. 

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8.1
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The community and staff have been good all around. It's just the unfortunate that they have changed management/companies multiple times in the past year and a half. Which led to staffing shortages...
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.
Rock Run Place offers a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you everyday. Assisted Living and Memory Care levels of care are available on our campus. Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to...
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9.8
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94 reviews
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We moved our mom in just about a year ago. The overall experience has been amazing from the first time stepping foot into The Timbers the process was very easy all of the staff is always welcoming. My mom is...
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.
The Timbers of Shorewood delivers an unusual blend of secure senior living with elegance and independence! With full-service kitchens in every apartment, supportive services available for Independent living residents and perfectly coordinated services for Assisted Living residents. There is a...
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1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.7
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170 reviews
9.7
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170 reviews
5 star
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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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55 Floor plans available
9.5
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84 reviews
9.5
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84 reviews
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The staff is friendly and knowledgeable and knows everyone on a first name basis. Issues are addressed immediately. The environment is friendly and welcoming. The residents all get along and care about one...
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.
American House Cedarlake is a pet-friendly independent living and assisted living community for seniors in the greater Chicago area. For those who want to enjoy their retirement in the comfort and privacy of their own one-bedroom or two-bedroom apartment without the fuss of home ownership and...
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1111 Photos available
9.0
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87 reviews
9.0
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87 reviews
5 star
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We recently moved our loved one into Ciel's memory care facility. Was it an perfect experience, no it was not; however, the overall sense of urgency the management has, and care of the staff towards 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.
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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8.8
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38 reviews
8.8
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38 reviews
5 star
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[name removed], the executive Director is very responsive and does a great job managing the facility. [name removed], who is in charge of the nurses is also very responsive and does a good job. This is not a...
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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8.5
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18 reviews
8.5
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18 reviews
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I was very pleased with Heritage woods. The people and staff were very friendly, they had interactive activities, the food was pretty good, and the facility was clean. My dad [name removed] lived there for...
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 Plainfield is an affordable assisted living community serving adults 65 or older, fully certified by the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Living. Situated in Northwest Will County, Illinois about 35 miles southwest of Chicago, Heritage Woods is a lovely supportive...
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1414 Floor plans available
8.2
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33 reviews
8.2
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Research the facility by talking with the residents and caretaker/wait staff; visit at meal time, look for hidden charges such as telephone calling area, transportation range included in monthly fee, meals...
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.
The Inn at Willow Falls was designed with consideration for every facet of a secure and enriching senior lifestyle — from a choice of meticulously designed apartments to a complete program of supportive care and social services. Residents will delight in the beautiful grounds, the comfortable...
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1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.0
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5 reviews
8.0
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Mom passed [date removed]. Heritage did a fine job for her. 2 aids in particular, [name removed] and one other who's name has escaped me, but both were great to her! Those two ladies I mentioned and the...
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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64 reviews
6.9
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64 reviews
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The main nursing staff is very good here. I know they've had changes with the management but the primary nurses are very good. However, they need to work on staffing over the weekends with nursing...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Rock Run Place offers memory care services to seniors in the Will County, Illinois area. Residents enjoy cultural events, natural attractions, shopping and dining options in Joliet, as well as in Chicago, just 45 miles from our residence.We take regular afternoon outings for shopping at Westfield...
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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.
Dedicated to Good LivingOur longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Victory Centre of Joliet community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one. Above all else,...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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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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.

Cost of memory care in Joliet, IL

The average cost of senior living in Joliet is $5,531 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Frankfort, IL with an average of $5,070 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Joliet, IL vs. nearby cities

Joliet, IL
$5,531/mo
$5,510/mo
$5,648/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Joliet, IL vs. the state and national average

Joliet, IL
$5,531/mo
U.S. national average
$4,994/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Joliet vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,531/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Joliet, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$4,890/mo
Studio
$5,469/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,457/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,947/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Joliet over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Joliet

Recent reviews for memory care in Joliet

Cedarhurst of Naperville in Woodridge, IL

4.8
Our loved one was on the memory care side and the staff members were extremely hands on and gave our loved one great personal attention. The permanent staff at Cedarhurst are outstanding, very attentive and we could ask them questions at any time and they were always there and just have been ...
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Arbor Terrace Naperville

4.6
The staff are very good and they all know my mother in law and address her by name. In fact, when I visit, they greet me by my name as well. Since COVId-19, they have keep us up to date with how they are handling things , such as, delivering meals to the residents rooms and offering hallway ...
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HarborChase of Naperville

4.0
HarborChase memory care was recommended to me by extended family. I sped time with my husband each day, usually at lunch and dinner. He came here during the recent pandemic, so we've witnessed the staff shortages firsthand. Here in 2023, more staff regularly in mc. :)

Joliet review score based on 149 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 149 reviews of 14 Joliet memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Joliet 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

Joliet review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Joliet, IL14 facilities
8.7
Rockdale, IL13 facilities
8.6
Shorewood, IL14 facilities

Review subcategories for Joliet 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 149 reviews of 14 Joliet memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Joliet 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.
Joliet, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
4.0
4.0
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Joliet memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Joliet memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Joliet, 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 Joliet 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 Joliet that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Joliet, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
64.3%
65.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.9%
82.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
78.6%
71.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.9%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.9%
89.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.3%
72.3%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Joliet 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 Joliet Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Joliet, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
74.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.9%
46.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.6%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Joliet 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 Joliet partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Joliet, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
27.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
44.5%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
50.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.1%
17.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Joliet 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 Joliet communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Joliet, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
57.1%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
71.4%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Joliet 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 Joliet offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Joliet, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
64.3%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
33.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
64.3%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
78.6%
54.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
78.6%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
78.6%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.1%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
78.6%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
71.4%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
78.6%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
78.6%
47.7%
Dances
Dances
50%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50%
21.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.4%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sunrise of Naperville North, Brookdale Glen Ellyn and The Timbers of Shorewood are the top-rated memory care facilities near Joliet, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 15 memory care facilities near Joliet, Illinois. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Joliet, Illinois are Sunrise of Naperville North, Brookdale Glen Ellyn and The Timbers of Shorewood. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 15 memory care facilities near you in Joliet, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Joliet, 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 Joliet, 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 Joliet, Illinois ranges from $600 to $13520. The average Memory Care cost in Joliet, Illinois is $5,531. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Joliet, 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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