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10 Best Nursing Homes in Cary, IL

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Cary nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Cary, IL may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Cary or another care type is right for you. Browse 34 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Cary.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Ohare, Braeside and Ravinia.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Salem Lakes, Rosemont and Glenview.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Cary, IL

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Photo of Courtyard at McHenry
1919 Photos available
7.0
Review score
50 reviews
7.0
Review score
50 reviews
5 star
58%
4 star
24%
3 star
12%
2 star
2%
1 star
4%
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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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1919 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
5 star
33%
4 star
40%
3 star
7%
2 star
7%
1 star
13%
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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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8.5
Review score
2 reviews
8.5
Review score
2 reviews
5 star
100%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
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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.
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7.2
Review score
11 reviews
7.2
Review score
11 reviews
5 star
46%
4 star
27%
3 star
18%
2 star
0%
1 star
9%
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Being able to see my mother so happy and content made me realize I made the right decision! It was a pleasure working with [name removed] throughout the admissions process. Despite the fact that he is my...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Since 1984, Lexington has been a part of the community helping to serve seniors throughout the Chicagoland suburbs. Our sub acute rehabilitation program is designed specifically for those individuals recovering from a hospital stay or recent surgery, requiring short term rehabilitation and/or...
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5 star
58%
4 star
14%
3 star
14%
2 star
0%
1 star
14%
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The Crystal Lake Pines Rehabilitation Center is extremely clean and neat. Everything is in its place and nothing is out of order. Every single staff member greets you with a big Hello every time they...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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1010 Photos available
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.
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.
Photo of Shepherd of Bull Valley
88 Photos available
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 nursing homes in Cary, IL

The average cost of senior living in Cary is $6,092 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include McHenry, IL with an average of $5,621 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Cary, IL vs. nearby cities

Cary, IL
$6,092/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Cary, IL vs. the state and national average

Cary, IL
$6,092/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Cary vs. other types of senior living

$6,191/mo
Nursing Homes
$6,092/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Cary, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$5,146/mo
Studio
$5,526/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,598/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,260/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,543/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Cary over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Cary

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Cary

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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Bella Terra Bloomingdale

4.6
Excellent caring staff. The food was always hot and fresh. Excellent chef as all of the food is made right there on premises. The nurses and aides were very caring and attentive to our needs. Great therapy team. The facility is immaculate I would highly recommend this facility

Cary nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cary nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cary, 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 Cary nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Cary that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Cary, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
73.3%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
70%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.7%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
90%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
43.3%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.7%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.7%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Cary nursing homes

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 Cary Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cary, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
76.7%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
63.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
70%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.7%
1.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cary nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Cary partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cary, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
56.7%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.3%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
56.7%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.3%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Cary nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Cary communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cary, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
66.7%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
46.7%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Cary nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Cary offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cary, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
73.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.7%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
66.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
86.7%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63.3%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
70%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
66.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
56.7%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70%
0.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Frequently Asked Questions

Encore Village of Schaumburg, a CCRC, Galloway Senior Living and Brookdale Northbrook are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Cary, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 34 nursing homes facilities near Cary, Illinois. See the full list.

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