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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Island Lake, IL
If you’re looking for assisted living in Island Lake, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Island Lake or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Island Lake.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Island Lake for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 26 assisted living facilities in the Island Lake area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like West Lake Forest, Ravinia and Braeside.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Arlington Heights, Glenview and Crystal Lake.
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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.
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in Island Lake, IL
The average cost of senior living in Island Lake is $5,939 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Johnsburg, IL with an average of $5,493 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Island Lake, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Island Lake, IL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Island Lake vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Island Lake, IL by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Island Lake over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Island Lake, IL
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What families are saying about assisted living in Island Lake
Recent reviews for assisted living in Island Lake
Bickford of Crystal Lake
5.0
Our experience with Bickford of Crystal Lake has been so positive! Our Aunt is 100% satisfied with the amazing care, friendly staff, and wonderful services provided by Bickford. The caring staff regularly communicates with us and assists us in any way needed. Thank you for making this ...
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Shepherd of Harvard
5.0
I am very happy with the care that my mother is getting at this very nice and home feeling community. The staff is wonderful and very attentive. I like that the community is clean. <y mother is really liking the activities and she likes what is offered. We would highly recommend this small ...
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Emerald Place in Glenview, IL
5.0
Their activities director [name removed] was outstanding, as well as their custodial and support staff team. Truly, but the cost at the time seemed high
Island Lake review score based on 244 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 244 reviews of 25 Island Lake assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Island Lake review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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
Island Lake review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Island Lake assisted living
When assisted living 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 244 reviews of 25 Island Lake assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Island Lake resident and family assisted living 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.Island Lake, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.7
4.5
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.1
Value for cost*
4.4
4.1
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Island Lake assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Island Lake assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Island Lake, 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 Island Lake assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Island Lake 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
84%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
80%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
52%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
68%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
84%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Island Lake assisted living
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 Island Lake Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
88%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
76%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
76%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
32%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Island Lake assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Island Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
64%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
72%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
68%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
28%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Island Lake assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Island Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Island Lake, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
84%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
42%
Room service
Room service
52%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Island Lake assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Island Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
88%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
80%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
92%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
88%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
96%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
76%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
76%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
88%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
84%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
68%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
48%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
88%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Island Lake
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Illinois assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Island Lake protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Encore Village of Schaumburg, a CCRC, Brookdale Northbrook and Encore at South Barrington are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Island Lake, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 26 assisted living facilities near Island Lake, Illinois. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Island Lake, Illinois are Brookdale Northbrook, Encore at South Barrington and Brookdale Des Plaines. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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