Home to 5.3 million residents, 16% of whom are seniors, Cook County is the most populous county in Illinois. It offers a range of initiatives for...
those with dementia, which may improve their quality of life. According to the
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the percentage of deaths attributed to Alzheimer's dropped by over one point between 2016 and 2020, going from 5.9% of deaths at the beginning of the reporting period to 4.6% at the end.
Numerous residential facilities in Cook County provide dementia care, and residents are offered comfortable housing, personalized care and well-balanced daily meals. They can participate in failure-free therapeutic activities that support cognitive function and mobility. Trained caregivers who are experienced in managing dementia symptoms provide daily assistance, and many facilities have visiting physicians for easy access to medical care.
This guide provides more information on memory care in Cook County, including an overview of what local facilities charge for services, how costs compare to rates in other major regions throughout Illinois and organizations that provide support and referrals for services.