Alden Gardens of Des Plaines is an assisted living community located in Des Plaines, Illinois. This facility provides a combination of assisted living and memory care services, catering to individuals who need support with daily activities while seeking to maintain as much independence as possible. Residents have access to private apartments and communal spaces such as a secured outdoor patio. The community offers restaurant-style dining, various wellness programs, and a schedule of social and recreational activities intended to promote resident engagement and well-being.

Care and medical support at Alden Gardens of Des Plaines includes a comprehensive range of services. The facility delivers specialized memory care within a secured environment for individuals with Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia. Staff are trained to assist with activities of daily living, providing full support with bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Incontinence care and ambulatory support are also available. Medication coordination and management are handled by qualified nursing staff, who maintain oversight and administration of residents’ prescriptions. Additional onsite services include regular visits from optometrists and podiatrists, and Spanish language support is available for residents who require it. The facility accommodates individuals with diabetes, ensuring routine care, monitoring, and dietary considerations are met. It also accepts residents with psychiatric diagnoses, offering care that integrates mental health management as needed.

Among amenities, residents have access to a barber/beauty salon and can receive both routine and specialized nursing care. The environment is designed as a secured community, supporting safety for residents with cognitive impairments. According to resident and family feedback, staff are described as attentive and responsive, contributing to consistent care and strong communication with families. Feedback notes the benefit of low staff turnover, and the relatively small size of the community, which allows for more personalized attention. The facility is commended for its cleanliness and organized medical oversight. There are regular opportunities for socialization and engagement through daily activities, though some reviews suggest room for enhancement in dementia-specific programming. Families generally report satisfaction with the care and environment provided at Alden Gardens of Des Plaines, highlighting its suitability for those seeking assisted living and memory care services.

Costs at this community start at $4,200 and range up to $8,400. The average price in the community is $6,300, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,550. The cost of assisted living in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.