The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Mchenry, IL for 2023
Also serving communities of Ringwood.
There are 14 Memory Care Facilities in the Mchenry area, with 5 in Mchenry and 9 nearby.
The average cost of memory care in Mchenry is $4,700 per month. This is lower than the national median of $5,500.
To help you with your search, browse the 26 reviews below for memory care facilities in Mchenry. On average, consumers rate memory care in Mchenry 4.5 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Fox Lake with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped thousands of families find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about memory care options and costs in Mchenry, call (855) 863-8283.
Directory of Memory Care Facilities in Mchenry, IL
Maya's Villa
White Oaks at McHenry
The Courtyard of McHenry
Cedarhurst of McHenry
Heritage Woods of McHenry
Sunrise of Crystal Lake
Bickford of Crystal Lake
The Cottages of Fox Lake Assisted Liv...
The Heathers Senior Homes of Lake in ...
Shepherd of Bull Valley
The Heathers Senior Homes of Ringwood
The Fountains at Crystal Lake
Three Oaks Assisted Living & Memory Care
Encore Memory Care at Crystal Lake
What to Consider About Memory Care in Mchenry
McHenry is a city in northeastern Illinois in McHenry County, where nearly 9 percent of Medicare recipients age 65 and over have Alzheimer's or another form of dementia. Some of these seniors reside in the city of McHenry, where the senior community makes up over 14 percent of the population of 27,000 residents.
McHenry is home to two memory care facilities, and there are six more in Cary, Crystal Lake and Fox Lake. In Illinois, memory care may be provided in supportive living facilities, which are exclusively for those with dementia, or any assisted living facility that has the necessary certification from the state to provide dementia care.
- According to data gathered by the American Lung Association, ozone pollution levels in McHenry County are very high, which may pose a risk to seniors, particularly those who have respiratory or cardiovascular illnesses. This may be a consideration for families seeking memory care in the McHenry region.
- Illinois exempts all types of retirement income from state income tax, including Social Security benefits and income from pensions and retirement savings accounts. This may allow for more money in the memory care budget in McHenry.
- On a 100-point crime index, McHenry rates 41, meaning that the city is safer than 41 percent of U.S. cities and communities of all population sizes. However, when compared only to cities with similar population sizes, McHenry's overall crime rate is notably lower than average. This may make the city a good option for safety-minded families who are researching memory care.
- McHenry is a slightly more expensive city to live in, with living costs in general and healthcare costs in particular coming in about 7 percent higher than the national average. This may be a consideration for seniors and families with restrictive memory care budgets.
Paying for Memory Care in Mchenry
Average Monthly Costs
Cities in Illinois
Memory Care costs in Mchenry start around $4,700 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 Mchenry 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 Mchenry
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 Mchenry
Mchenry 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 Mchenry, please visit our Memory Care in Illinois page.
Directory of Winners in the Mchenry Area
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Mchenry
Mchenry-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.
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Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Mchenry
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Review of The Courtyard of McHenry
We went to The Courtyard of McHenry. The facility was very professionally run. It's close to our home. That was very important, and it had a memory care ability, and affordability was important as ... Read more
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Review of Cedarhurst of McHenry
My mother has moved into Cedarhurst of McHenry. She's in memory care. It's a very beautiful place, like a hotel. They seem to be very caring towards their residents. The rooms are nice and big. The... Read more
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Review of White Oaks at McHenry
We were very worried about my father going into a memory care facility. We thought he would be very resistant. We also thought he might have trouble fitting in. The staff was able to help us throug... Read more
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