Waverly Inn Memory Care Community sits in Arlington Heights, Illinois, in a quiet neighborhood close to city amenities and medical care like NCH Northwest Community Hospital, and it's built just for memory care with a focus on Alzheimer's, Dementia, and memory loss conditions, so the whole design helps keep residents safe with a circular layout to prevent wandering, motion sensors and window sensors that notify staff, and pull cords to reach when help's needed any time of day or night. There are different apartment styles like private and shared suites, studio apartments, or options with Jack and Jill bathrooms, and every room offers simple conveniences like cable TV and walk-in showers for safety and independence, while common spaces include gardens, a sunroom, a clubhouse, a craft room, and lounge areas where people often gather. There's a personal care approach where trained staff and a nurse are always present, so care's always tailored to each resident, and folks get help with medication, diabetic injections, wound and respiratory care, or personal needs like bathing at unusual hours-if you need help getting to lunch or even overnight, someone's always there.
Residents take part in daily programs designed for brain health, creative expression, and staying active-you'll see arts and crafts, music, games, gardening, workouts, library time, and outings in a wheelchair-accessible bus, all to help everyone stay connected, purposeful, and as strong as possible. Waverly Inn emphasizes family support with group meetings for caregivers, regular family events, and a care team that listens closely to both residents and their families, making changes and sharing information right away. The staff follows the Humantitude® philosophy, which keeps dignity front and center in all care, and the community's operated by Koelsch Senior Communities, a family-owned group since 1958, so there's a long history of focusing on respect, compassion, and well-being-plus around-the-clock professional nurses manage all health and safety needs.
Dining happens in shared rooms where residents get three home-style meals a day, including menu choices for vegan, gluten-free, or other special diets, and the Koelsch Dining program aims to make meals both healthy and engaging, with seasonal favorites and even a beauty salon on site so folks can feel their best. It's a pet-friendly place with outdoor gardens, a walking path, a courtyard, movies, worship services, and events that help everyone find joy and connection each day. Waverly Inn offers both long-term and respite care, so short stays are possible if families need some extra support, and it's licensed with the state of Illinois (license 5106411). Entry requires a $6,000 fee, and monthly care starts at $7,800, with all care and amenities included. The whole setup-security, social activities, 24/7 nursing, mental and physical health programs, comfortable housing options, and strong family support-aims to give each resident a life of purpose and community while reconnecting them to their own cherished memories every day.
