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If your loved one needs memory care in Lakewood, A Place for Mom can help. With 24 memory care facilities in Lakewood, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

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

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1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.9
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71 reviews
9.9
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71 reviews
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Staff is kind, knowledgeable, and detail oriented. An excellent choice for senior living. In the short time my mother is thriving mentally and physically. Staff encourages her to participate in activities ...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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9.2
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80 reviews
9.2
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80 reviews
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The staff at Encore is very kind. They seem to really care about the residents. Would recommend Encore to any family looking for a clean & comfortable place for their loved one Encore residents are happier...
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.
Building on a tradition of excellence, Encore at Crystal Lake features the highest quality of care, but also an outstanding quality of life.At Encore at Crystal Lake the joy of life is plain to see. For all those in our care, we are dedicated to creating a sensitive, nurturing and comfortable...
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8.9
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30 reviews
8.9
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30 reviews
5 star
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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.
There's a reason Bickford stands out in the world of senior living. Our focus? Ensuring your loved one feels at home, with delicious meals straight from our scratch kitchen, a roster of engaging activities, and the constant company of our devoted caregivers. But that's not all. Our HigherPath...
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8.2
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11 reviews
8.2
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11 reviews
5 star
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The food is sub-par for the money we pay. There is limited variety and secure is slow. The food is usually cold which could be the cook or the wait staff not promptly delivery it. The residents 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.
Cedarhurst of Woodstock is a top-tier assisted senior living community located in Woodstock, Illinois. Our community offers a wide range of amenities and services, and compassionate staff provide individualized care plans to meet each resident's unique needs, including medication management and...
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1010 Floor plans available
9.9
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275 reviews
9.9
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The transition from my home to here at Clarendale had been a more pleasant experience than anticipated which was somewhat a surprise. All of the staff is kind, friendly and helpful and I feel blessed.
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.
At Clarendale of Algonquin, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Indoor and Outdoor parking available at our location. Our purpose-built community has the advantage of specialized...
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9.7
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33 reviews
9.7
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33 reviews
5 star
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Dad moved into Melody Living last February. While he is very happy with his living space and food quality, it's the staff he is most grateful. They care about his well being giving him the appropriate level...
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.
OPENING IN SPRING 2020!We’d love to show you what a Life in Harmony is like at Melody Living’s Lake in the Hills community by inviting you to schedule a private tour of our assisted living and memory support neighborhoods! Discover our commitment to care, warm and welcoming hospitality, explore...
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22 Floor plans available
9.5
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24 reviews
9.5
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They would allow 2 week respite stay where most other places were 1 month minimum. Also we visited many places in the area and Heritage made the best impression on all of us .Fantastic[name removed]really...
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.
Heritage Woods of Huntley provides you with the opportunity to enjoy apartment home living in a residential community while obtaining the personal services you may need to continue a life of purpose and individuality. Imagine a life without household chores, yard work or home maintenance. Invite...
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2020 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.3
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28 reviews
9.3
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28 reviews
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White oaks felt more comfortable and lost similar to apartment living which is what my dad was used to. There are a lot of bright windows and large hallways and don't feel cramped.
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.
White Oaks at McHenry opened in 2017 and is a Memory Care Community for the Older Adult. Our community program embraces experiences that offer a sense of purpose, love, and belonging throughout the different seasons of dementia. Through our person-centered planning, we focus on abilities rather...
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9.0
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Mom passed in Feb. They were so wonderful & worked very well with hospice. She received the best possible care. Dad is very difficult individual with high demands & angry outbursts. They handled him...
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.
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1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.7
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64 reviews
8.7
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64 reviews
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COME! ALL WHO ARE INTERESTED IN GOOD LIVING! Do you want or need a place to live? Come to Three Oaks Assisted Living in Cary. Do you want a nice apartment to live in? Come to Three Oaks Assisted Living in...
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.
Three Oaks is the premier assisted living community in Cary, Illinois just north of the Fox River. We offer Assisted Living and Dementia/Memory Care. This newly built retirement community will begin welcoming residents in Spring 2012.We know how difficult change can be, especially for seniors, so...
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Photo of The Oaks at Algonquin
1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.6
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38 reviews
8.6
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38 reviews
5 star
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5 for everything! The care for my parents has been wonderful. Staff is very proficient. Activities are wonderful. Food is good. We have no complaints and have been there 2 1/2 years. We wuold absolutely...
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.
Located in Algonquin, Illinois, this senior living community is close enough to the city to indulge in the urban lifestyle while still living in a quiet village. Make a day of it by walking the shoreline of Lake Michigan, or get takeout from your favorite downtown pizza spot. But there’s no need...
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22 Floor plans available
8.5
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31 reviews
8.5
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31 reviews
5 star
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The Director is EXCEPTIONAL, a rare gem! This facility is the ONLY place that my mom has been that treats her with TLC and as a VALUED person!
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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1818 Photos available
8.2
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31 reviews
8.2
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31 reviews
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I don't have any negative feedback whatsoever . The facility has been a good fit for my mother in law. As I have recently toured facilities for my mother, I've noticed some are newer, brighter, and have...
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.
Part of the magic of retirement is that it's time to relax and enjoy all you've worked for through the years. It's time to dream. Time to socialize. Time to take up a new hobby. Because we are a rental community, there is no long term financial commitment or ownership through an endowment fee....
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1616 Photos available
8.1
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93 reviews
8.1
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93 reviews
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Overall had a wonderful experience while my Dad was with them. Staff was always very helpful and friendly. The staff was very kind attentive, and communication with myself and my father always listened to...
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 Fountains at Crystal Lake Over twenty years of experience have taught us that today's seniors want more choices and are leading a more active lifestyle than generations before. That's why at Fountains a Crystal Lake we created an Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care...
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We had a great experience with The Heathers. It's a homelike atmosphere - bright, light, secure. intentionally, they have a smaller number of residents, which is a huge plus.
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.
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Like most people in this situation, this was a difficult situation for our family. The people at Shepherd Premier eased our concerns immediately. We went from terrified to excited about my dad moving in. He...
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.
Shepherd Premier Living Crystal Lake II offers assisted living and memory care to seniors and their families in and around Crystal Lake, Illinois. In the quiet rolling green fields and white picket fences of Crystal Lake, it’s easy to forget that this is a suburb of Chicago. But if residents or...
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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.
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We have been very happy at Hearthstone so far. I would recommend Hearthstone. They have a variety of room sizes. The staff is there to help and support my dad. My dad likes the food. They are now with the...
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.
More than sixty years ago, Orson Welles saw the historic Village Square, walked the cobblestone streets and fell in love with the city of Woodstock. Right in the heart of Woodstock is Hearthstone Village, a retirement community located on a scenic, 17-acre campus. Hearthstone Village understands...
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We are happy that our in-laws are happy at Heritage Woods because that was a big concern for us. The are starting to make friends and join in all the activities which helps get them out of their room. They...
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.
Heritage Woods of McHenry opened July 2008 in McHenry — the Heart of the Fox River. Our 100 apartment certified IL Supportive Living Community is managed by BMA Management, Ltd. The emphasis is on operating communities for those over 65 years of age that are warm and welcoming as well as...
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All are 5's. Courtyard is the best! Everyone who works here is caring and professional. I would absolutely recommend the Courtyard at McHenry community to other families based on the experience I have had...
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 Courtyard at McHenry is an Independent, Assisted Living Campus with Memory Care located on 13 acres of gorgeous wooded property in the Heart of the Fox River Valley in McHenry, IL. With a quaint downtown district that offers historic buildings and specialty shopping, along with a variety of...
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8.5
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Very happy with this facility. It's next over to their assisted living facility so I am next door to my husband who is there. Their programs are wonderful.
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.
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.
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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.

Cost of memory care in Lakewood, IL

The average cost of senior living in Lakewood is $5,952 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Greenwood, IL with an average of $5,440 per month.

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

Lakewood, IL
$5,952/mo

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

Lakewood, IL
$5,952/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

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

Memory Care
$5,952/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,452/mo
Studio
$5,621/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,876/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,245/mo

Average cost of Memory Care in Lakewood over time

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What families are saying about memory care in Lakewood

Recent reviews for memory care in Lakewood

Silver Glen Senior Living in South Elgin, IL

4.7
I would definitely recommend Silver Glen Senior Living to others. The facility itself is great, the rooms are really nice, and everyone seems so nice and welcoming. Another great thing they have is they work with a company that provides Physical therapy, Speech and OT on the premises.. so ...
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Heritage Woods of Belvidere

5.0
I am very content living at Heritage Woods. My apartment is very comfortable and convenient. The nurses and CNAs are very attentive and convenient. The food is good and I may also eat in my room if I so desire. There are activities every day. Also a small store 2 days a week.

Victory Centre of Elk Grove in Elk Grove Village, IL

5.0
My brother lives in Victory Centre of Elk Grove Village, IL. I visit him frequently and I have found it to be Clean, Friendly and warm. The Staff from Administration to Nursing, Dining, and Maintence are all warm and caring, they know the residents' names, are respectful and always willing ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and attentive staff. Several reviews at White Oaks Memory Care of McHenry, Encore Memory Care at Crystal Lake, and Clarendale of Algonquin mention the caring and accommodating nature of the staff, who go above and beyond to ensure residents are comfortable and well-catered to. They also communicate effectively ...
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Engaging activities for residents. Communities like The Oaks at Algonquin, White Oaks at Heritage Woods of Huntley, and Three Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care offer various activities to keep seniors engaged and active. These activities include entertainment, bingo, petting zoos, outings, and more, which residents enjoy ...
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Secure and safe environment. Reviews from Encore Memory Care at Crystal Lake, Clarendale of Algonquin, and White Oaks Memory Care of McHenry mention the sense of security and peace of mind that comes with living in a safe and secure community. Residents feel protected and cared for, allowing them to focus on their dai ...
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Delicious and varied dining options. Residents at White Oaks Memory Care of McHenry and Encore Memory Care at Crystal Lake appreciate the quality and diversity of the meals provided in their communities. The chefs cater to individual preferences and dietary restrictions, ensuring that every meal is a delightful experience.
Small, homelike communities. Many reviews, such as those from White Oaks Memory Care of McHenry, Three Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care, and The Fountains of Crystal Lake, praise the cozy, intimate atmosphere of their communities. The smaller size allows for closer relationships between residents and staff, creati ...
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Thoughtful communication with families. Communication between families and staff is a priority at communities like White Oaks Memory Care of McHenry, Three Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care, and White Oaks at Heritage Woods of Huntley. Regular updates and open dialogue ensure that everyone is informed about their loved ones' ...
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Lakewood review score based on 202 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 202 reviews of 23 Lakewood memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Lakewood 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

Lakewood review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Lakewood, IL23 facilities
8.4
Crystal Lake, IL27 facilities
8.4

Review subcategories for Lakewood 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 202 reviews of 23 Lakewood memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Lakewood 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.
Lakewood, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.8
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.4
Meals & dining
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4.1
Activities
4.3
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Lakewood memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lakewood memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lakewood, 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 Lakewood 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 Lakewood that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lakewood, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
65.2%
66.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
56.5%
48.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
91.3%
72.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43.5%
29%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.5%
62.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.9%
73.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lakewood 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 Lakewood Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lakewood, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
82.6%
75.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
69.6%
46.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
73.9%
71.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.1%
26.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lakewood 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 Lakewood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lakewood, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
52.2%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.2%
44.7%
No sugar
No sugar
47.8%
41.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.8%
50.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
26.1%
16.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Lakewood 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 Lakewood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lakewood, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60.9%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
69.6%
40.1%
Room service
Room service
56.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.7%
23%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Lakewood 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 Lakewood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lakewood, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
73.9%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
43.5%
34%
Community service programs
Community service programs
56.5%
28.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
78.3%
55.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
73.9%
52.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
87%
62%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.2%
39.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.2%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60.9%
36.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
73.9%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
69.6%
48.2%
Dances
Dances
52.2%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.5%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
73.9%
46.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 24 memory care facilities near Lakewood, Illinois. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Lakewood, Illinois are Encore at South Barrington, Clarendale of Algonquin and Sunrise of Crystal Lake. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 24 memory care facilities near you in Lakewood, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Lakewood, 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 Lakewood, 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 Lakewood, Illinois ranges from $440 to $42521. The average Memory Care cost in Lakewood, Illinois is $5,952. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Lakewood, 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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