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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Hawthorn Woods, IL

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If your loved one needs memory care in Hawthorn Woods, A Place for Mom can help. With 34 memory care facilities in Hawthorn Woods, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Hawthorn Woods incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Hawthorn Woods memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Hawthorn Woods, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Dunning, Norwood Park and Forest Glen.
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Photo of The Landing on Dundee Senior Living
1010 Photos available
8.2
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24 reviews
8.2
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24 reviews
5 star
45%
4 star
21%
3 star
21%
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0%
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13%
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What we like the most about The Landing on Dundee Senior Living community is that it has light, bright and modern décor. Everyone says Hello and the apartment are generous.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Our community offers assisted living and memory care options for seniors, ideally located for the North Shore suburbs of Chicago and the surrounding communities of Wheeling.This isn’t your average senior living community as our residents enjoy social interaction with their peers, activities here...
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Photo of Alto Grayslake
2020 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.2
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31 reviews
8.2
Review score
31 reviews
5 star
29%
4 star
39%
3 star
10%
2 star
6%
1 star
16%
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I would definitely tell them to take a look. Inquire about services. Have a meal there and ask to see a room and the activity schedule! There are monthly family night activities which my siblings and I have...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Beyond the hum of the city, where old-growth trees and acres of pristine forest stretch out under wide-open skies, you can find a place where residents pursue aspirational living each day. Alto Grayslake is a new kind of senior living community in the historic small town of Grayslake, Illinois....
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Photo of Harbor House - Memory Care
11 Photo available
7.9
Review score
33 reviews
7.9
Review score
33 reviews
5 star
55%
4 star
36%
3 star
3%
2 star
3%
1 star
3%
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The people from the director to the staff are wonderful- you get the feeling money is an issue- things could be nicer/ better maintained but the needs, people and food are nice enough. For accuracy the...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Harbor House in Wheeling, IL, is dedicated to serving individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders. It is our mission to provide a residence in the least-restrictive, safe environment that affords a quality of care beyond all industry standards. It is our philosophy to show respect...
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Photo of Victory Centre of Vernon Hills
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.0
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25 reviews
7.0
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25 reviews
5 star
36%
4 star
56%
3 star
4%
2 star
0%
1 star
4%
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In house visiting nurse practitioner is excellent. Executive staff is trying; much upheaval. Polite and helpful initial entry. Clean and organized. Safe. Nursing staff is non-communicative. Dining is...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Our longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Victory Centre of Vernon Hills community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one. Above all else, this is your life...
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Photo of The Garlands of Barrington a CCRC
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5 star
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9%
3 star
9%
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0%
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My mother seems to be doing very well since her move to The Garlands. At first, it was a bit tough on her, but she is slowly adjusting and enjoying the place. The staff has been great, they are more than...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Garlands is a unique community for people ages 55 and older that offers residents an uncompromising lifestyle in a resort setting with unprecedented amenities and services. The Garlands homes offer superb construction, thoughtful interior design and the finest quality. They feature large and...
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Photo of The Wealshire
66 Photos available
1.5
Review score
27 reviews
1.5
Review score
27 reviews
5 star
44%
4 star
19%
3 star
7%
2 star
11%
1 star
19%
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My mother has being in the facility for over two years, and we can said enough of the great care she has received from all the staff. We look at many facilities before and they were very impersonal and cold...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Let our 24/7 nursing care put your mind at ease at our Wealshire Plus Assisted Living Campus. Our Sheltered Care license allows us to achieve a true Continuum of Care, providing the extra "plus" care for your loved one you won't find at a standard Assisted Living. At the Wealshire, couples can...
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Photo of Waverly Inn Memory Care and Cottages
1313 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
1.0
Review score
8 reviews
1.0
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8 reviews
5 star
62%
4 star
25%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
13%
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We chose Waverly Inn because the quality of the services offered and the location is close to me as well. It is a smaller facility with only about 60 residents. The building is built in a circle so that...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Waverly Inn Memory Care Community, a Koelsch Community, and family owned since 1958 is located in the Village of Arlington Heights.Along with excellence in care, Waverly Inn Memory Care Community will offer full meals, vibrant mental and physical activities 7 days a week, scheduled social outings...
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Photo of Bickford of Gurnee
1212 Photos available
5 star
11%
4 star
45%
3 star
0%
2 star
33%
1 star
11%
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I love the welcoming, warm feeling that a smaller facility like this has to offer. The environment is very homey and warm. It feels very community and family-like. I think they're short-staffed...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Bickford isn’t just another senior living community. Our caregiver family is committed to ensuring that every resident lives their most fulfilling life. Here, your loved one will savor meals made from scratch, always have a dedicated caregiver by their side, and enjoy a vibrant social calendar. A...
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Cost of memory care in Hawthorn Woods, IL

The average cost of senior living in Hawthorn Woods is $6,038 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Round Lake, IL with an average of $5,773 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Hawthorn Woods, IL vs. nearby cities

Hawthorn Woods, IL
$6,038/mo
$6,083/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Hawthorn Woods, IL vs. the state and national average

Hawthorn Woods, IL
$6,038/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Hawthorn Woods vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$6,038/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Hawthorn Woods, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$5,032/mo
Studio
$5,845/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,924/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,336/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,724/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Hawthorn Woods over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Hawthorn Woods

Recent reviews for memory care in Hawthorn Woods

Churchill Place in Glen Ellyn, IL

5.0
Based on our experience I would recommend. So far everything has been very good no problems and everyone has been great and easy to work with.

Cedar Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care in Lake Zurich, IL

5.0
Mom moved to Cedar Lake about three months ago. Mom had lived in her own home for many years and was very reluctant to move out of her home even though she knew the time was coming. We talked with the staff at Cedar Lake for over a year about Mom moving there. The staff was very helpful to us ...
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The Auberge at Lake Zurich

5.0
It is a great community to put your loved one in. They have great team work, and everyone has a caring personality. The staff are responsive to answering questions on my loved one. If they don't know the answer, they will be happy to find the answer for you.

Hawthorn Woods review score based on 274 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 274 reviews of 29 Hawthorn Woods memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Hawthorn Woods review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Hawthorn Woods review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Hawthorn Woods, IL29 facilities
8.4
Lake Zurich, IL29 facilities
8.2
Kildeer, IL40 facilities

Review subcategories for Hawthorn Woods memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 274 reviews of 29 Hawthorn Woods memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Hawthorn Woods resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Hawthorn Woods, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.0
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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Hawthorn Woods memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hawthorn Woods memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hawthorn Woods, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Hawthorn Woods memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Hawthorn Woods that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
89.7%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
69%
48.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.6%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
96.6%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
72.4%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.6%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75.9%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
89.7%
73.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Hawthorn Woods memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Hawthorn Woods Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Hawthorn Woods, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
93.1%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
79.3%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
79.3%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
44.8%
26.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Hawthorn Woods memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Hawthorn Woods partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Hawthorn Woods, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
72.4%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
79.3%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
82.8%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
75.9%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.2%
16.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Hawthorn Woods memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Hawthorn Woods communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
86.2%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
89.7%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
65.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.9%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hawthorn Woods memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Hawthorn Woods offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Hawthorn Woods, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
93.1%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
69%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
75.9%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
82.8%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
93.1%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
96.6%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
82.8%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
86.2%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
86.2%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
89.7%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
93.1%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
65.5%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
69%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
86.2%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 34 memory care facilities near Hawthorn Woods, Illinois. See the full list.

The 34 memory care facilities near you in Hawthorn Woods, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Hawthorn Woods, Illinois, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Hawthorn Woods, Illinois, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Hawthorn Woods, Illinois ranges from $440 to $42521. The average Memory Care cost in Hawthorn Woods, Illinois is $6,038. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Hawthorn Woods, Illinois typically starts at $440. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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