Best memory care in Springfield
2 licensed facilities, ranked by state inspection records — every citation from primary state data, no referral fees.
Last updated May 2026
Browse Illinois facilitiesLicensed memory care facilities indexed in Springfield
Facilities with full IDPH profile published on StarlynnCare
Springfield — by the data
Derived from indexed inspections and deficiency records. Only shown when sufficient data exists.
- Citation trend · 3-year window
- ↑ Worsening0 → 12 → 13 (citations per 12-month window)
- Springfield vs. Illinois avg
- 12.5citations/facility here vs.6.87statewide (36 months)
- Most improved · yr-over-yr
- Mill Creek Alzheimer's Scc-5 citations vs. prior year
- Most citations added · yr-over-yr
- Amber Glen Alzheimer's Scc+6 citations vs. prior year
- Last inspected (region)
- April 2026
Sources: indexed state inspection records. See methodology.
Best memory care in Springfield — ranked by inspection record.
All memory care in Springfield, ranked by inspection record.
Memory care · 7–49 beds
(2)Small to medium freestanding RCFEs with a memory-care program.
The public record behind every profile.
What memory care costs in this city.
Median monthly cost in Springfield ranges from approximately $4,500–$8,500/month based on regional benchmarks. For how we separate pricing estimates from inspection-derived facts, see how we source data.
Source: Regional estimate · Genworth 2024 + IDPH regional benchmarks · Facility-specific quotes required before signing
About memory care in Springfield.
How much does memory care cost in Springfield?
Memory care in Springfield typically runs $4,500–$8,500/month for an IDPH-regulated ALE or Shared Housing Establishment with dementia-specific programming.
What makes a facility "memory care" in Illinois?
Illinois regulates Assisted Living Establishments (ALEs) and Shared Housing Establishments (SHEs) under IDPH 77 Ill. Adm. Code Part 295. StarlynnCare indexes only facilities with a confirmed memory care or dementia focus — identified by name keywords or a portal-confirmed dementia special-care unit. License type and violation history appear on every StarlynnCare profile.
What's the difference between an ALE and a nursing home in Illinois?
Illinois ALEs and SHEs provide residential personal care in a community setting. Skilled nursing facilities are regulated by IDPH and CMS under a separate framework, with 24-hour licensed nursing for residents needing medical-level care. If your family member requires complex wound care, IV therapy, or continuous medical monitoring, a nursing facility may be more appropriate.
How many Springfield facilities have a serious deficiency on file?
Of the 2 licensed memory care facilities indexed in Springfield, 2 (100%) carry a documented Type 1, 2, or 3 violation in the indexed inspection record. Specific findings appear on each profile with inspection date and source link. StarlynnCare sources all deficiency data directly from state regulator records — no facility-side surveys or paid submissions are used. See the methodology for how deficiency classes are mapped across states.
How does StarlynnCare rank memory care facilities in Springfield?
StarlynnCare does not assign a single letter grade. Instead, each profile shows four independent signals derived from state inspection records: deficiency severity (Type-A vs. Type-B in California, equivalent classes in other states), repeat citation rate, inspection frequency relative to peers, and trajectory over time. Facilities with too few inspections on record show a "limited history" notice rather than a misleading score. All underlying data is sourced from mandatory public records — CDSS for California, HHSC LTCR for Texas, DHS for Oregon, and equivalent agencies for other states. Full methodology is at starlynncare.com/methodology.
What should I look for on a memory care tour in Springfield?
What predicts safety usually isn't what admissions directors highlight. From clinician and family interviews, the most under-asked items: staff-to-resident ratio at night and on weekends, skin-check and wound-prevention protocol, medication management and error reporting, shower frequency, and how the facility handles behavioral escalation. We publish a free 37-question tour checklist you can print.
Where can I find inspection reports for memory care facilities in Springfield?
Every facility profile on StarlynnCare links directly to its state inspection records — the same documents regulators use to evaluate compliance. For California facilities, reports come from the CDSS Community Care Licensing portal; for Texas, from HHSC LTCR; for Oregon, DHS Long-Term Care Licensing; for Washington, DSHS. On each facility profile, navigate to the "Inspection record" section to see full verbatim citations with dates and regulatory citations. You can also access the underlying raw data (open dataset).
How are memory care facilities in Springfield rated?
StarlynnCare uses state inspection data — not self-reported surveys or paid placements — to evaluate facilities. Each profile surfaces four signals: citation severity (e.g. Type-A vs. Type-B in California), citation frequency relative to peers, repeat-finding rate, and inspection recency. Facilities with too few inspections receive a "limited history" label rather than a misleading composite score. You can sort the list of Springfield facilities by inspection record using the "By record" sort toggle to see the cleanest inspection histories first. No referral commissions influence how facilities appear.
Does Illinois Medicaid cover memory care in Springfield?
Illinois Medicaid can cover certain supportive services in participating assisted living settings through waiver programs, but room and board in an ALE are typically the family's responsibility. Not all facilities accept Medicaid-funded residents. Each StarlynnCare profile notes payment acceptance where documented. Contact the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services or your county AAA for current options in Springfield.