The 3 Best Memory Care Facilities in Bourbonnais, IL for 2023
There are 4 Memory Care Facilities in the Bourbonnais area, with 2 in Bourbonnais and 2 nearby.
To help you with your search, browse the 3 reviews below for memory care facilities in Bourbonnais. On average, consumers rate memory care in Bourbonnais 4.3 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include New Lenox with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Directory of Memory Care Facilities in Bourbonnais, IL
Bickford of Bourbonnais
Riverside Senior Life at Bourbonnais
Asbury of Kankakee
Riverside Senior Life Communities
What to Consider About Memory Care in Bourbonnais
The village of Bourbonnais is home to almost 18,500 people, and 13 percent of the residents are 65 or older. Seniors in the village who are living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia can find accommodation in the two memory care facilities located in the village and surrounding area.
In Bourbonnais, and all of Illinois, facilities that have dementia care programs have higher staff numbers and provide specialized training to those staff. The state's Division of Assisted Living licenses and monitors these facilities that help care for the state's 220,000 residents who are living with dementia.
- Most forms of retirement income are tax-exempt in Illinois, including Social Security, pensions and income from retirement funds. However, the state does have high sales taxes, which may impact the amount of money families can put towards memory care in Bourbonnais.
- The Bourbonnais area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Presence St. Mary's Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness. The closest facilities providing specialized brain health and dementia care are in Chicago.
- Bourbonnais' crime rate of 15 crimes per 1,000 residents is close to the national average. This rate is lower than average for communities of a similar size. Both violent crime and property crime rates are lower than the Illinois averages, which may reassure families concerned about the safety of elderly loved ones.
- Winters are cold in Bourbonnais, with the low temperature in January averaging just 16 degrees. The village gets 38 inches of rain and 25 inches of snow each year, both one inch below the national averages. When touring facilities, families may wish to ask staff how residents are kept safe and comfortable during extreme weather.
Paying for Memory Care in Bourbonnais
Average Monthly Costs
Cities in Illinois
Memory Care costs in Bourbonnais start around $0 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,747 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Bourbonnais and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Bourbonnais
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Illinois page.
More Ways to Pay for Memory Care
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Illinois page.
Free Memory Care Resources in Bourbonnais
Bourbonnais and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in a memory care community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free memory care resources in Bourbonnais, please visit our Memory Care in Illinois page.
Directory of Winners in the Bourbonnais Area
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Bourbonnais
Bourbonnais-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Illinois are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Illinois page for more information about these laws.
Other Options in Bourbonnais, IL
Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Bourbonnais
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Review of Bickford of Bourbonnais
Bickford of Bourbonnais is a beautiful place and a beautiful facility. The memory care isn't separated though, it's just mixed in the group and I worry that they're not separated. The staff seemed ... Read more
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Review of Riverside Senior Life at Bourbonnais
My mother is currently staying in Riverside Senior Life at Bourbonnais. We chose it because it was close to where my brother and sisters are; that's the main reason. They were very helpful with get... Read more
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Review of Riverside Senior Life at Bourbonnais
I almost placed my dad at Riverside Senior Life at Bourbonnais. It's a beautiful community with great people. The tour was fantastic. I love the layout of the building, I love the rooms, they have ... Read more
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