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Anam Care in Rockford, IL

Anam Care is an assisted living and memory care community in Rockford, IL.

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8104 Sayer Road, Rockford, IL 61108

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.2 from 33 reviews
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Anam Care Costs & Pricing

Anam Care offers competitive pricing for its services, particularly when compared to both Winnebago County and the state of Illinois. For instance, the cost of a two-bedroom suite at Anam Care is $2,000 per month, significantly lower than the county average of $3,762 and the state average of $4,208. The semi-private rooms are priced at $4,700, which remains below the county rate of $5,070 and the state average of $5,146. Even in terms of studio accommodations, Anam Care's rate of $5,000 stands favorably against Winnebago County's $3,753 and Illinois' $4,028. This pricing strategy positions Anam Care as an attractive option for those seeking quality care without compromising their financial resources.

Floor plansAnam CareWinnebago CountyIllinois
2 Bedrooms$2,000$3,762$4,208
Semi-Private$4,700$5,070$5,146
Studio$5,000$3,753$4,028

Overall Review of Anam Care

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Staff care stands out

Residents and families consistently describe attentive, compassionate staff.

Across many reviews, families describe staff as caring, loving, and respectful, including help with transitions, personal care, and daily needs. Multiple reviewers specifically credit staff for handling medication needs and coordinating with clinicians, and they describe communication as a strength. Even among critical reviews, readers focus on staff behavior and organization, which shows how central the staff experience is to day-to-day confidence.

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Memory care is the focus

The community is repeatedly described as built for Alzheimer’s and dementia care.

Several reviews say the home is focused on memory care and understanding how dementia progresses. Families describe an approach meant to reduce confusion and support routines, including staff trained in memory-care techniques. One reviewer also notes that the community keeps residents separated by independence level, reinforcing that memory-related needs are treated as a core design consideration rather than an afterthought.

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Food and snacks get praise

Meals and snacks are commonly described as high quality.

Food is a frequent bright spot, with reviewers describing excellent meals and snacks. Families mention that dining supports residents’ day-to-day engagement, and at least one reviewer connects improved appetite and weight to the quality of what’s served. Another review compares the dining to home cooking, adding detail to the overall theme of food comfort and satisfaction.

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Activities keep residents engaged

Reviews often mention structured activities and social time.

Many reviews describe daily engagement through games, music, parties, and group interaction. Several families say the approach helps residents stay active and connected rather than isolated in rooms, including socialization during meals and outings. Reviewers also highlight that the community uses activities to stimulate thinking, with examples like puzzles and word games.

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Outdoor access and rest vary

Some residents’ family members report concerns about outdoor access and room freedom.

A couple of critical reviews say there is no fenced area for residents to sit outside and that residents may be kept in the main pod with rooms locked. Those same reviewers also describe an emphasis on keeping residents awake all day and limited downtime such as naps. Taken together with the positive reviews about enjoying outdoor space, the feedback suggests outdoor access and flexibility may not feel consistent to every family.

How we summarize

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Features

Housing

  • 20 resident community capacity 20 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living
  • Board and Care Home Board and Care Home
  • Independent Living Independent Living
  • Memory Care Memory Care

Amenities

  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Respite or short term stays offered Respite or short term stays offered
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Greater Rockford (8 miles away) Greater Rockford (8 miles away)

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Dementia waiver Dementia waiver
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Mild cognitive impairment Mild cognitive impairment
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Specialized memory care programming Specialized memory care programming
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Anytime dining Anytime dining
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Gluten-free Gluten-free
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • International cuisine International cuisine
  • Kosher Kosher
  • Low / no sodium Low / no sodium
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • No Sugar No Sugar
  • Organic Organic
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Vegan Vegan
  • Vegetarian Vegetarian

Activities

  • Art classes Art classes
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Live well programs Live well programs
  • Other religious services Other religious services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Stretching classes Stretching classes
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting
  • Yoga / chair yoga Yoga / chair yoga

Nearby Places of Interest

This part of Rockford, Illinois, offers a convenient location with easy access to a variety of healthcare options, including physicians, pharmacies, and hospitals within close proximity. There are several dining options nearby, ranging from Mexican cuisine to fast food chains and cafes for a quick meal or social gathering. The area also features a park with walking paths for recreational activities and relaxation. Transportation services are available for convenience, and there are rental options for those who may need temporary vehicle assistance. Overall, this neighborhood provides a balanced mix of amenities suitable for seniors looking for a comfortable living environment with essential services easily accessible.

Physicians

  • Osf Healthcare (0.5 miles)
  • Dr Vincent Facciano & Associates (1 miles)
  • Swedish American Valley Clinic (1.2 miles)
  • Valley Clinic of Family Practice (1.2 miles)
  • Swedishamerican Medical Group (1.2 miles)
  • Mehta Ben DDS - Ben Mehta, DDS - Affordable Dentures (1.4 miles)
  • Medchoice Medical Center (1.4 miles)

Restaurants

  • Alvarez Mexican Restaurant (0.6 miles)
  • Steak 'n Shake (1.1 miles)
  • Thunder Bay Grille (1.2 miles)
  • Burger King (1.2 miles)
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill (1.3 miles)
  • Murphy's Pub and Grill (1.3 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.3 miles)

Cafes

  • Eggsclusive Cafe (1 miles)
  • Starbucks (1.2 miles)
  • Panera Bread (1.3 miles)
  • Starbucks (2 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.6 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.7 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (1.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.5 miles)
  • Meijer Pharmacy (2.8 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (3.6 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.7 miles)

Hospitals

  • DaVita Churchview Dialysis (1.6 miles)
  • OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center (2.6 miles)

Parks

  • Midway Village Park and Walking Path (2.3 miles)

Transportation

  • Ryder Truck Rental (4.4 miles)

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