7 Memory Care Facilities near Savoy, IL
There are 7 Memory Care Facilities in the Savoy area, with 3 in Savoy and 4 nearby.
The average cost of memory care in Savoy is $5,250 per month. This is higher than the national median of $4,860. Cheaper nearby regions include Champaign with an average starting cost of $4,814.
To help you with your search, browse the 20 reviews below for memory care facilities in Savoy. On average, consumers rate memory care in Savoy 4.0 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Champaign 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 Savoy, call (855) 863-8283.
Top 5 Memory Care Facilities in Savoy, IL
Savoy Reflections
Willowbrook of Savoy
Willowbrook Memory Care Residences
Carriage Crossing of Champaign
Brookdale Urbana
Amber Glen Alzheimer's Special Care C...
Bickford of Champaign
What to Consider About Memory Care in Savoy
The village of Savoy has a large senior community that comprises 16 percent of the 8,000 person population. According to the Alzheimer's Association, this is the demographic that is most likely to be diagnosed with dementia. Illinois, the state in which Savoy is situated, is projected to have more than 220,000 people living with Alzheimer's disease.
To support local seniors with dementia, the Savoy area has seven memory care facilities. Two of these facilities are located within Savoy, while the other five are in the nearby cities of Urbana, Champaign and Mahomet. These facilities may be situated within supportive living facilities, which are exclusively for those with dementia, or any assisted living facility that acquires the necessary licensing and certification from the state to offer dementia care.
- Summers in Savoy are long, hot and humid, with July highs in the mid-80s and lows in the mid-60s. The coldest month of the year is January, where the highs reach into the mid-30s and the lows plummet into the teens. Families may want to ensure that the memory care facility they choose for their loved one has ensured that residents will not be able to wander outside in the region's extreme temperatures.
- The Savoy area is home to world-class medical facilities, including those specializing in brain health and dementia care such as Christie Clinic, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
- Illinois has full deductions for Social Security income, pensions and withdrawals from retirement accounts. This may allow seniors to put more money toward memory care.
- Living costs in Savoy are slightly higher than the U.S. average but a little lower than the state median. Healthcare expenses are about five percent higher there than elsewhere in the country, which may be a consideration for seniors on a budget.
Paying for Memory Care in Savoy
Average Monthly Costs
Cities in Illinois
Memory Care costs in Savoy start around $5,250 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $4,974 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Savoy 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 Savoy
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 Savoy
Savoy 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 Savoy, please visit our Memory Care in Illinois page.
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Savoy
Savoy-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 Savoy, IL
Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Savoy
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Review of Savoy Reflections
Savoy Reflections was awful. There's lack of communication with the staff and with the nurse. It's like they don't communicate with each other. We had meds that were thrown away that I had taken in... Read more
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Review of Savoy Reflections
Savoy Reflections was excellent. I liked the rooms and the setup. They had rooms around the outside of the facility and there was a main area where they did the dining and the activities, which wou... Read more
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Review of Savoy Reflections
Savoy Reflections was very nice and looked great. The staff who toured us around was very polite, courteous, and answered all our questions. The place had two divisions separated by a center sectio... Read more
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