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Memory Care Communities in Wheaton, Illinois

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The Cost of Memory Care in Nearby Cities

In Wheaton, memory care facilities charge a median monthly rate of $8,125, which exceeds state and national norms by about $1,594 and $1,437, respectively. Even so, local rates compete with care costs in Bloomington, where monthly fees run lower at around $6,000, and Rockford, where seniors pay approximately $6,563. On the other hand, rates in Kankakee run significantly higher than in Wheaton at around $9,604.

Wheaton

$8,125

Illinois

$6,531

US

$6,688

Rockford

$6,563

Kankakee

$9,604

Bloomington

$6,000

Paying for Memory Care in Wheaton

Note: Residential memory care is usually offered in assisted living facilities, and in general, memory care rates tend to be 20-30% higher than assisted living rates. No national database currently tracks memory care costs in the United States, so we've estimated the monthly memory care costs listed below by adding 25% to the rates listed in Genworth's 2021 Cost of Care Survey.

Memory care residents in Wheaton pay $8,125 per month for housing and specialized services.

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Wheaton

In Wheaton, there are options for seniors who need financial assistance paying for Memory Care. For more information about other options, who qualifies and how to apply, visit our Memory Care in Illinois page.

Financial Assistance for Memory Care in Illinois

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.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Memory care ranks among the costliest senior care solutions in Wheaton, with seniors paying approximately $8,125 per month for services. By comparison, home health care services, at $6,578, are $1,547 less than memory care. Additionally, seniors opting for non medical in-home care services, at $5,720, pay $2,405 less per month. Seniors in assisted living facilities pay around $6,500 monthly, which is $1,625 less than memory care, covering housing and assistance with personal tasks. Those attending adult day health care services pay about $2,123, which is the least expensive option of them all. In contrast, nursing homes, providing 24-hour medical supervision in a semi-private room, charge $8,669, which is $544 more than residential memory care.

Memory Care

$8,125

In-Home Care

$5,720

Home Health Care

$6,578

Adult Day Health Care

$2,123

Assisted Living Facility

$6,500

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$8,669

Note: Data for Wheaton was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Chicago, was used instead.

Free Memory Care Resources in Wheaton

Wheaton 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 Wheaton, please visit our Memory Care in Illinois page.

What to Consider About Memory Care in Wheaton

The Illinois Department of Public Health establishes licensing requirements and standards for all memory care communities in Wheaton and the rest of the state. While it officially recognizes dementia care communities as assisted living facilities, the department enforces additional rules for these residences, requiring them to disclose information about the care they provide and care philosophies.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Memory Care in Wheaton

  • Illinois serves as part of Dementia Friendly America, giving Wheaton residents access to support and resources to help them navigate Alzheimer’s diagnosis and care. Through the state, individuals locate the nearest memory café, participate in monthly online meetings and connect with other seniors through engaging activities.
  • Out of Illinois’ 102 surveyed counties, Wheaton’s DuPage County ranks the best in the state for general health and sits in the top percentile for health outcomes and contributing factors. It has some of the highest flu vaccination rates in the state, with 61% of Medicare beneficiaries obtaining the annual flu shot, slowing the spread of seasonal illnesses in residential care communities. Additionally, the rate of preventable hospital stays falls notably lower than state and national norms at 2,503 per 100,000 Medicare enrollees, pointing to effective outpatient care.
  • Wheaton’s high cost of living, which exceeds national marks by about 9%, might be a drawback for older adults with limited financial resources. While high housing, food and health care costs affect access to long-term care and medical support for seniors with memory loss, state-funded programs such as the Illinois Supportive Living Program provide coverage for residential memory care for qualified seniors.
  • Seniors in Wheaton don’t pay state income taxes on Social Security benefits, pension income or money they take out of retirement savings accounts, helping them maintain their financial footing throughout retirement.
  • Wheaton’s summer season lasts from late May through the middle of September. It brings warm conditions with daytime highs between 73 and 84 degrees Fahrenheit, providing time for memory care residents to enjoy therapeutic outdoor activities such as walks and gardening. Winters span late November through early March and have nighttime temperatures between 16 and 28 degrees Fahrenheit. Fortunately, rooms in memory care communities often feature individual climate controls to support residents' comfort.
  • Wheaton scores 90 out of 100 points on a total crime index, marking it as one of the safest communities in the nation. Residents see just two crimes per 1,000 people annually, which makes the location appealing to families seeking a safe environment for a loved one’s memory care.

 

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Wheaton

Wheaton Memory Care Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Memory Care Facilities in Illinois are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Illinois page for more information about these laws.

Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Illinois

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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James

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Brighton Gardens of Wheaton

My dad is currently a resident of Brighton Gardens of Wheaton. The staff is good. They're not able to manage difficult cases. The people have to be pretty independent, and it requires a fair amount...

Provider response

Hi James, thank you for sharing your feedback about Brighton Gardens of Wheaton. We appreciate your kind words about the team and community. Your input helps us improve and provide the best...

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Herb

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Brighton Gardens of Wheaton

I visited a few places and Brighton Gardens of Wheaton seems to have the most activities. It is one of the oldest establishments. The physical facility is over 25 years old. Almost all the ones I...

Provider response

Hi Herb, It is delightful to hear that you have been satisfied with the personalized support provided to your loved one by Brighton Gardens of Wheaton. Our team members share a common goal of...

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ReviewerVT052420211

I visited this facility

Review of Alto of Wheaton

I toured and it was very nice and new-looking. The main drawback with that one was you had to furnish the room because they all came unfurnished. It was two or three floors; it wasn't just a single...

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