The Indigo at Elmhurst, located in Elmhurst, Illinois, is a senior living community that offers specialized memory care in addition to assisted living services. The facility is designed to accommodate individuals living with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, featuring secure areas and structured environments tailored to support memory loss. Residents have access to individualized care planning and programming intended to provide safety, promote engagement, and support cognitive wellness.

Care and medical support at The Indigo at Elmhurst encompass a wide range of services tailored for those with memory-related needs. Staff provide full assistance with activities of daily living including bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. The community offers incontinence care and ambulatory support to help residents move safely within both indoor and outdoor walking paths, which are designed for ease of navigation and maximum security. The facility accommodates residents who have psychiatric conditions in addition to cognitive impairment. Health and wellness support includes management of medications, diabetes care, and access to occupational, physical, and speech therapies as needed. Common areas include a barber and beauty salon, activity center with games, and designated spaces for clubs and social gatherings, all intended to offer both structure and stimulation for residents.

The Indigo at Elmhurst provides complimentary transportation services for both medical appointments and non-medical purposes, such as errands or group outings, helping residents remain connected to the broader community as well as to necessary healthcare providers. Social activity programming is available throughout the week to encourage socialization and participation in community life.

Resident and family feedback about The Indigo at Elmhurst is mixed. Some reviews describe positive experiences with memory care programming and commend the staff for being caring and supportive, while other reports allege serious concerns regarding the quality of care, including delayed or inadequate responses to residents’ needs, missed medications, and dignity issues. Concerns have also been raised about the management of falls, end-of-life care responsiveness, and personal hygiene support. Despite these challenges, amenities such as chef-prepared meals receive favorable remarks from residents and families.

As of June 2024, there have been no significant recent developments or expansions at The Indigo at Elmhurst. The facility continues to focus on providing personalized care and specialized services in a setting designed for those with memory care needs.

Costs at this community start at $5,000 and range up to $7,950. The average price in the community is $6,475, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,454. The cost of memory care 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.