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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Harvard, IL

Last Updated: 2/21/25

If your loved one needs memory care in Harvard, A Place for Mom can help. With 14 memory care facilities in Harvard, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Harvard incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Harvard memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Harvard, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.


You may also consider nearby communities such as Woodstock, Lake Geneva or Alden.

Harvard Memory Care Facilities | 68 Reviews

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Recent reviews of Memory Care in Harvard, IL
Heritage Woods of Belvidere
5.0 / 5.0

I am very content living at Heritage Woods. My apartment is very comfortable and convenient. The nurses and CNAs are very attentive and convenient. The food is good and I may also eat in my room if I so desire. There are activities every day. Also a small store 2 days a week.

Anam Care of Rockford
5.0 / 5.0

The community is small, well staffed. They really understand of the needs of residents with memory issues. When I visit my loved one it is just like coming to nice homey living room.

Frontida of Elkhorn
4.9 / 5.0

My loved one was a resident at Frontida of Elkhorn. Everything was great for my loved one at this facility. The friendliness and cleanliness were great. The staff and quality of care was great also. I would recommend this facility to others.

Shepherd of Harvard

210 E Front St, Harvard, IL 60033

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The staff has been fantastic since my grandmother moved in six months ago. The building is beautiful and well kept. As difficult as this process has been, this part of it has been very pleasant. I'm happy if...

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living

Rates vary between $4,500 and $6,000 per month depending on room configuration (Private of Semi-Private) and the resident's individual care needs, which are determined upon initial assessment. This 160 year old, 7,700 square foot Victorian home is one of the oldest buildings in Harvard, and after...

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Cedarhurst of Woodstock

10511 US-14, Woodstock, IL 60098

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11 reviews

The food is sub-par for the money we pay. There is limited variety and secure is slow. The food is usually cold which could be the cook or the wait staff not promptly delivery it. The residents have...

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living
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Cedarhurst of Woodstock is a top-tier assisted senior living community located in Woodstock, Illinois. Our community offers a wide range of amenities and services, and compassionate staff provide individualized care plans to meet each resident's unique needs, including medication management and...

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Heritage Woods of Belvidere

4730 Squaw Prairie Road, Belvidere, IL 61008

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12 reviews

We are quite pleased with them so far. The paperwork is fairly intimidating, but their intake manager,[name removed], guided me step by step through it. She was patient and kind and explained every step....

Provides: Assisted Living
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Heritage Woods of Belvidere is the only Assisted Lifestyle Community in Boone County, Illinois. Our emphasis is on maintaining health, wellness, dignity and independence. We encourage our residents to be as independent as possible but provide assistance in areas that are needed. We opened on...

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The Heathers - Ringwood

6809 Barnard Mill Rd, Ringwood, IL 60072

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4 reviews

I would say, it's the best place to put a love one in bar none. It really is like a home instead of an institution. The staff really care about the residences. It is secure. They are well taken care of.

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living
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WELCOME TO THE HEATHERS SENIOR HOMES IN RINGWOOD, ILLINOISThe Personalized and Personal Care we provide in the beautiful 7 bedroom ranch home is the new Assisted Living and Memory Care of serving the residents with dedication and love. Your can choose Private or Shared setting at affordable...

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Sherwood Lodge LLC

116 Cherry st, Williams Bay, WI 53191

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2 reviews

They have had problems keeping a decent cook, so meals are not the best some days. Although the facility is nice, many of the apartments lack outside facing windows, which really impacts their mental health...

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living

Hearthstone Communities

840 N Seminary Avenue, Woodstock, IL 60098

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We have been very happy at Hearthstone so far. I would recommend Hearthstone. They have a variety of room sizes. The staff is there to help and support my dad. My dad likes the food. They are now with the...

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living, Independent Living
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More than sixty years ago, Orson Welles saw the historic Village Square, walked the cobblestone streets and fell in love with the city of Woodstock. Right in the heart of Woodstock is Hearthstone Village, a retirement community located on a scenic, 17-acre campus. Hearthstone Village understands...

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Golden Years Retirement Vlg

270 Ridge Rd, Walworth, WI 53184

Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes

Inspiration Ministries

N2270 Hwy 67, Walworth, WI 53184

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living

Inspiration Ministries is an assisted living community for people with disability. Located in Walworth, WI, the village of Walworth is in Walworth County and home to about 2,800 people. Walworth is a small town that's on Lake Geneva with 40-acres of beautiful trails and paths. Residents can go...

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Rosewood Manor

2220 Borg Road, Delavan, WI 53115

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
6 reviews

Rosewood Manor is a smaller community and it is a wonderful place. My mom has been doing great since her move to the community.The staff have been very friendly and caring to mom. They have done a great job...

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living

Rosewood Manor in Delavan, WI is a State licensed 8bed Assisted Living Home with a very comfortable environment. Our unique license and VA Certification encompasses care for independent individuals as well as those requiring total care at an affordable cost. We provide escorted transportation to...

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Ridgestone Village

1025 South 2nd Street, Delavan, WI 53115

7 reviews

I have no complaints about how things are going for my loved one since he had made the move into this community. The staff where all very friendly and have welcomed him with open arms. I am comfortable with...

Provides: Assisted Living

Our Commitment to you at RidgeStone is to maintain a warm and homelike atmosphere. We treat all our live-in guests with love, courtesy and respect of privacy. Your needs and comfort always come first. RidgeStone Village offers a continuum of care for seniors. We offer two levels of assisted...

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Geneva Crossing

201 Townline Rd., Lake Geneva, WI 53147

10 reviews

Words are powerless to express my feelings about Arbor Village of Geneva Crossing. The facility is beautiful inside and out with a court yard, beautiful dining room, party room and much more. There are many...

Provides: Memory Care, Assisted Living, Independent Living

Arbor Village of Geneva Crossing

201 Townline Rd., Lake Geneva, WI 53147

Provides: Assisted Living

Arbor Village of Geneva Crossing

201 Townline Rd., Lake Geneva, WI 53147

Provides: Assisted Living

Village Glen Of Geneva Crossing

723 S Curtis St, Lake Geneva, WI 53147

Provides: Assisted Living
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Cost of memory care in Harvard, IL

The average cost of senior living in Harvard is 4,834 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include South Beloit, IL with an average of 3,916 per month.

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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What is memory care?

 Memory care supports the unique needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Memory care communities provide enhanced security, dementia therapies, and spaces designed to prevent wandering. Services in memory care facilities often include:

  • Medication management
  • Memory-enhancing activities
  • Help with personal care
  • Mobility assistance
  • 24-hour care and supervision
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Harvard, Illinois

Memory Care

Memory care provides long-term medical care to individuals who have mental and physical health problems in a fully-staffed and monitored setting. A memory care community employs staff members who are annually trained in aiding patients with dementia, memory care, and Alzheimer’s. Basic services offered in memory care may include: social programs and activities, exercise and physical therapy programs, medication management, and daily meals. Residents in memory care require support with personal care , grooming, and eating. Structured activities are provided by staff educated explicitly on caring for persons with memory deficiencies. The annual median cost for a private room is around $82,125 and the cost for a semi-private room is around $71,175 . The state of Illinois maintains a number of stipulations related to this type of community. The The Illinois Department of Public Health regulates this community type.

Cost of Living

The neighborhood where a senior care community is based will have a significant influence on the total cost. Cost of living is a major factor when selecting which destination is best for your loved one. The rent burden for Harvard is about 20.6% of the average monthly income. Per month, the median price of rent in Harvard is $1,114 per month and the median home value in Harvard costs around $113,830.

Demographics and Values

Of the population of Harvard 9.9% have a college degree, 35.5% have a high-school diploma, and 3.8% have a graduate degree. Demographically, Harvard is 0.0% Asian, 0.2% black, 5.9% other or not specified, 0.2% Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 0.1% Native American, 91.6% white, 2.0% mixed race, and 46.7% Hispanic. Out of the total population of Harvard, 4.2% consider themselves widows, 11.8% live in poverty, 72.2% participate in the labor force, and 16.7% do not have health insurance. Harvard has a population density of 434 people per square mile. In Harvard, 4.4% of the citizens are veterans of the United States armed forces. Based on gender, 46.7% are female and 53.3% are male. The median age of Harvard is 30 years old.

State Information

An overview of Illinois

Illinois is ranked 35th in quality of life and 22nd in healthcare. Out of a national average of 100, Illinois has a cost of living index rating of 96, a grocery index rating of 94, and a housing index rating of 87. The state of Illinois has 199 hospitals and 383 health centers, providing care to a population of 12,696,123. The top three hospitals in the state are considered to be Sherman Hospital, Sam Health St. Mary’s Hospital – Centralia, and And Midwestern Region Medical Center. Based on natural beauty, Illinois ranks 43rd in the nation.

Social demographics of the state

The state of Illinois ranks 10th in the country for diversity, and the state is considered LGBTQ friendly. During the latest presidential election, 39% voted for the Republican candidate while 56% voted for the Democratic candidate. The median age in the state is 38, and 29% of the population is over the age of 55. In Illinois, 34% of the population attend some form of religious service and there are 12,453 different congregations. The top three non-Christian denominations in the state are Jewish-2%, Muslim-<1%, and Buddhist-<1%, with the most common Christian denominations consisting of Evangelical Protestant-20%, Mainline Protestant-16%, and Historically Black Protestant-7%. In Illinois there are 518 masonic lodges.

State-wide weather information

The average air quality index rating in Illinois is 37.7 AQI. The highest seasonal air quality index rating occurs in the month of May with a rating of 54.5 AQI. On average, the humidity rating for Illinois is around 71%. The highest monthly average humidity rating is 78% in the month of December. During the summer, the average temperature in Illinois is around 73F. The average high summer temperature is around 91F in the month of July. In the summer, the average low temperature drops to around 53F during the month of June. The average temperature in the winter falls to around 28F. The average high winter temperature is around 49F in the month of February. In the winter months, the average low temperature falls to around 10F during the month of January. The average amount of precipitation peaks during the month of May at around 6.02 inches. On average, the state receives 3.33 inches of precipitation a month. While residents of Illinois mostly enjoy pleasant conditions, it’s important to be aware of inclement weather as well, which in Illinois can include floods, earthquakes (moderate), and and tornadoes.

Wildlife to be found in Illinois

The state of Illinois has a diverse array of plant and animal life. Local plant life can consist of bird’s foot violet, bee balm, blazing star, and black eyedSusan. While venturing throughout the state, you might see animals such as the big brown bat, the eastern red bat, the American black bear, or the cougar. The state animal of Illinois is the white-tailed deer.

Frequently asked questions

There are 14 memory care facilities near Harvard, Illinois. See the full list.

The 14 memory care facilities near you in Harvard, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Harvard, Illinois, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Harvard, Illinois, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Harvard, Illinois ranges from $3,810 to $4,899. The average Memory Care cost in Harvard, Illinois is 4,834. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Harvard, Illinois typically starts at $3,810. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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