Starting at $8,000 / month
Located at 1911 18th Street, Shepherd of Charleston is the premier boutique memory care home in Charleston, Illinois. Formerly known as Arbor Rose, this beautiful 20-bed residence offers a personalized, family-like living experience for seniors. Nestled in the heart of Charleston, IL, our home combines compassionate care with the charm and convenience of a small-town atmosphere.
Welcome to Shepherd Premier Memory Care of Charleston, formerly known as Arbor Rose—a trusted and beloved community dedicated to providing exceptional care for seniors living with Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia.
Located in the heart of Charleston, IL, our intimate, home-like setting ensures every resident feels safe, valued, and loved. At Shepherd Premier, we believe care should feel like family—because it is.
Our community combines the strong legacy of Arbor Rose with Shepherd Premier’s compassionate, faith-based care model. Every aspect of our Charleston home is designed to promote comfort, dignity, and meaningful connection.
Each resident receives a customized care plan designed to meet their individual cognitive and physical needs. Our caregivers provide 24/7 support with daily routines, medication, meals, and emotional well-being.
Our Charleston home is built to reduce confusion and promote safety. Residents enjoy the freedom to move around comfortably in a secure, welcoming environment, while families gain peace of mind knowing their loved one is safe.
We offer meaningful, memory-focused activities every day—from art, music, and sensory therapy to light exercise and reminiscence programs—that help residents stay active, social, and fulfilled.
With a low resident-to-caregiver ratio, every senior receives highly personalized attention. The cozy, small-home setting encourages friendship, socialization, and genuine connection—a true difference families can feel.
Our Charleston memory care home provides all the essentials of comfort, safety, and dignity that help residents thrive each day.
Private or Shared Rooms
Emergency Call Response System in Each Room & Bathroom
Daily Housekeeping Services
Personal Laundry and Linen Service
Full-Service Beauty and Barber Salon (Separate Fee)
Meals and Snacks Provided Daily
24-Hour Help with Activities of Daily Living
Medication Management
Internet Services Provided
Transportation Services (Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle when available)
Care Partners Trained in Dementia and Alzheimer’s Support
Intimate, Small Home Atmosphere to Encourage Friendships and Socialization
Our compassionate caregivers are trained in specialized dementia care techniques, focusing on communication, patience, and emotional support.
At Shepherd Premier Memory Care of Charleston (formerly Arbor Rose), we understand that caregivers sometimes need a helping hand—or simply time to rest.
Our Adult Day Care program is ideal for families who want to leave their loved ones with our compassionate caregivers during the day. Participants enjoy the same life-enriching activities as our full-time residents, along with delicious meals and refreshments. It’s the perfect balance of engagement, safety, and companionship for your loved one—and peace of mind for you.
Our Respite Care program gives family caregivers a chance to rest or take a vacation knowing their loved one is receiving the best possible care. A Respite resident becomes part of our Shepherd Premier family while they are here and enjoys all the same amenities and activities as our full-time residents.
Respite stays can be overnight or extended, offering flexibility and reassurance for families.
We know dementia affects more than just one person—it touches entire families. That’s why we provide ongoing family communication, education, and emotional support throughout the journey. You’ll never feel alone in caring for your loved one.
Shepherd Premier Senior Living operates boutique-style assisted living and memory care homes across Illinois. Our mission is to deliver faith-inspired, family-style care in intimate settings where residents truly feel at home.
By reimagining traditional senior living, we provide more connection, more compassion, and more comfort—right in your community.
If you’re looking for memory care in Charleston, Illinois, or exploring dementia and Alzheimer’s support for a loved one, we invite you to experience the difference at Shepherd Premier Memory Care (formerly Arbor Rose).
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