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Overall I found the staff at Wickshire WIlmette easy to work with it was a nice change of pace and they did a good job for us. They would call us daily and were great with communication. They could manage...
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.
At Wickshire Wilmette, it’s not about age. It’s about life. Located in a residential neighborhood in the Village of Wilmette, Illinois, our intimate community has a charming elegance with a distinctive bed and breakfast look and feel, featuring a comfortable porch, patio, and garden—perfect for...
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We have no real complaints so far. Based on our experiences talking to other facilities, I would say Weinberg is above average as a whole. Like any place, there's room for improvement. But there isn't...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Conveniently located in Deerfield, the Weinberg Community for Senior Living is a beautiful campus surrounded by sculptures and lush landscaping. The Weinberg Community features two distinct residences, Gidwitz Place for Assisted Living and The Friend Center for Early Alzheimer's Care. Gidwitz...
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Provides: Memory Care
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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
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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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Perfect place for the elderly who cannot care for themselves. Clean, homey, and truly a place that is safe and clean. Home Sweet Home is an environment that looks nothing like a nursing home! The care is...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Home Sweet Home Arlington Heights is a residential care home located in on suburb of Chicago in Arlington Heights, Illinois. The historic area is in Wheeling Township which is known for the regions religious heritage an Arlington Park Racetrack. Arlington Heights is a wonderful place to live with...
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Cost of assisted living in North Northfield, IL

The average cost of senior living in North Northfield is $5,995 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mettawa, IL with an average of $5,897 per month.

Assisted living costs in North Northfield, IL, vs. nearby cities

North Northfield, IL
$5,995/mo
$6,013/mo
$5,998/mo

Assisted living costs in North Northfield, IL, vs. state and national averages

North Northfield, IL
$5,995/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in North Northfield, IL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,995/mo
$6,003/mo

Assisted living costs in North Northfield, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,958/mo
Studio
$6,146/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,578/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,654/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,905/mo

Senior living costs in North Northfield vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: North Northfield, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorth Northfield, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$5,995/mo$5,149/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$6,003/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$5,700/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
North Northfield, IL:$5,995/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
North Northfield, IL:$6,003/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
North Northfield, IL:$5,700/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in North Northfield, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in North Northfield and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in North Northfield, IL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in North Northfield have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
North Northfield, IL$5,918/mo$6,078/mo-2.6%
Illinois$5,632/mo$5,379/mo+4.7%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
North Northfield, IL
2024 average cost:$5,918/mo
2023 average cost:$6,078/mo
Percent change:-2.6%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$5,632/mo
2023 average cost:$5,379/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in North Northfield, IL

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What families are saying about assisted living in North Northfield

Recent reviews for assisted living in North Northfield

Cantata Adult Life Services a CCRC in Brookfield, IL

4.8
I recommend Cantata because they have a robust rehab gym staffed with professionals in physical therapy, occupational therapy, balance, speech/memory therapy. It is located on a quiet tree lined landscaped campus with onsite Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing and Independent Living. The staff ...
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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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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

North Northfield review score based on 499 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 499 reviews of 51 North Northfield assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The North Northfield 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

North Northfield review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
North Northfield, IL51 facilities
8.6
Wheeling, IL54 facilities
8.6
Deerfield, IL44 facilities

Review subcategories for North Northfield 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 499 reviews of 51 North Northfield assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare North Northfield 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.
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Cleanliness
4.3
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.1
Care services
3.9
3.8
Staff
4.2
4.0
Meals & dining
3.8
3.6
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.7
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North Northfield assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Northfield assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Northfield, 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 North Northfield 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 North Northfield 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
86.3%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
74.5%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
98%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
92.2%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
60.8%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
98%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
80.4%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
88.2%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in North Northfield 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 North Northfield Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
North Northfield, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
86.3%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
70.6%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
76.5%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
37.3%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in North Northfield 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 North Northfield partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North Northfield, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
70.6%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
80.4%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
80.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
78.4%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
31.4%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in North Northfield 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 North Northfield communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Northfield, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
78.4%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
82.4%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
66.7%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Northfield 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 North Northfield offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
North Northfield, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
88.2%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
62.7%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
66.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
78.4%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
92.2%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
96.1%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
84.3%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
80.4%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
82.4%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
90.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
92.2%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
54.9%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
58.8%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
88.2%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in North Northfield

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Illinois assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in North Northfield protect seniors.
Learn about Illinois assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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