5 Memory Care Facilities near Loves Park, IL

In Illinois, 220,000 individuals aged 65 and older have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. The city of Loves Park is home to more than 23,000 residents, 14.6 percent of whom fall into this age demographic and may have some form of dementia. The Illinois Department of Public Health has developed a State Plan to ensure easy access to specialized treatment at memory care facilities. One of these facilities is in Loves Park, and additional options are in nearby Rockford and Rockton.

• Loves Park is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care, such as Javon Bea Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
• As with all of Illinois, winters can be very harsh in Loves Park. Temperatures can drop to a low of just 12 degrees, with an estimated 35 inches of snow expected to fall. It's a good idea to review the measures a facility has in place to ensure its senior residents remain safe during cold conditions.
• The cost of living in Loves Park receives a score of 82.3, which is lower than both the statewide average of 102 and the U.S. national average of 100. Residents can expect to save on groceries and housing costs, which are almost half what they are nationally. This may make Loves Park an appealing option for families seeking memory care in Illinois, but who are limited by budget.
• The city sees high rates of property crime, but the rate of violent crime in Loves Park is considered moderate compared to averages both across the Rockford metropolitan area and on a national level. On a scale out of 100, with 100 being high crime, Loves Park scores a 45.5, compared to the U.S. average of 38.1. Most memory care facilities are fully equipped with security equipment, but it's still a good idea to inquire about the policies and procedures of an individual facility.

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Loves Park

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.

Loves Park 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 Loves Park, please visit our Memory Care in Illinois page.

Directory of Winners in the Loves Park Area

Loves Park-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.