Heritage Woods of McHenry

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Overview of Heritage Woods of McHenry

Live the lifestyle you prefer with the prominent senior living community of Heritage Woods of McHenry set in the stunning West Crystal Lake Road, McHenry, IL, that offers assisted living. Featuring cozy and sophisticated residences including studio and one-bedroom apartments, the community ensures seniors receive unrivaled comfort and convenience. Heritage Woods of McHenry strives to provide accessible yet high-quality care and support for seniors to flourish and reach their full potential.

Meet people who share the same experiences and lead a fulfilled life with Heritage Woods of McHenry. A wide array of engaging activities and fun events accompany seniors in their stay with the community. Indulge in delightful and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Heritage Woods of McHenry strives to provide a haven for seniors to spend their best years doing what they love.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 21 / 100 Rank #550 / 634Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 550th out of 634 homes we track in Illinois for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Illinois facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Awards

2022-23 Best in Assisted Living

License Details

AccreditationsAmerican Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living 2022 Silver Quality Awards

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicaid

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age65
HousekeepingYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Housekeeping
Laundry
Recreation Area
Touring HoursMonday-Friday: 9am-5pm

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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Two-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Heritage Woods of McHenry

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Address 1.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Mchenry's city center to Heritage Woods of McHenry's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the IL Dept. of Public Health (IDPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Heritage Woods of Huntley
AL
Huntley
111
Facility 111
IL AVG 85
Rank #96 / 418
No
31
Facility 31
IL AVG 52
Rank #487 / 634
--Heritage Woods Of Huntley, LLC9
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 7
Rank #189 / 276
0.8
Facility 0.8
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #181 / 276
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #62 / 315
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #165 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed
Clarendale of Algonquin
AL
IL
MC
RC
Algonquin
110
Facility 110
IL AVG 85
Rank #97 / 418
No
49
Facility 49
IL AVG 52
Rank #344 / 634
11
Facility 11
IL AVG 16
Rank #101 / 185
A+Algonquin Operations LLC8
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 7
Rank #189 / 276
0.9
Facility 0.9
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #191 / 276
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 315
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #285 / 315
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Cedarhurst of McHenry
AL
MC
Mchenry (Evergreen Park)
82
Facility 82
IL AVG 85
Rank #166 / 418
Yes
61
Facility 61
IL AVG 52
Rank #224 / 634
--Cedarhurst Of Mchenry Operator, LLC7
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 7
Rank #88 / 276
0.3
Facility 0.3
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #101 / 276
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 3
Rank #268 / 315
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #1 / 315
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
White Oaks at McHenry
AL
MC
Mchenry
48
Facility 48
IL AVG 85
Rank #297 / 418
No
37
Facility 37
IL AVG 52
Rank #440 / 634
--Memory Care Of Mchenry, LLC8
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 7
Rank #168 / 276
0.6
Facility 0.6
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #161 / 276
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 3
Rank #202 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
Studio / Suite
Heritage Woods of McHenry
AL
Mchenry-No
21
Facility 21
IL AVG 52
Rank #550 / 634
-A+------Studio / 1 Bed

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Illinois

Heritage Woods of McHenry is located in McHenry, Illinois.
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Community Care Program

Illinois CCP

Age 60+
General Illinois resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,215/month individual
Asset Limits $17,500 individual, excludes home, car
IL

High demand in urban areas; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/day) Adult day services ($65/day) Emergency home response systems ($30/month)

Illinois Respite Program

IL Respite (via NFCSP)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Illinois resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
IL

Limited slots; urban/rural balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$65/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Supportive Living Program (SLP)

Illinois Medicaid Supportive Living Program

Age 65+ or 22-64 with disability
General Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs moderate assistance (not nursing home-level).
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
IL

~200 SLP sites statewide; room/board not covered.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, mobility) Meals Housekeeping Medication management Respite (~240 hours/year)

Persons Who Are Elderly Waiver

Illinois Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+
General Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IL

Part of HealthChoice Illinois; consumer-directed options available.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., dressing, eating) Homemaker Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Home mods ($1,000 avg.)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Illinois Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Illinois resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
IL

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Illinois Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Illinois resident, in approved facility, SSI recipient or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IL

~$50-$500/month based on facility type.

Benefits
Cash (~$50-$500/month) for room/board in personal care homes or SLFs

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Illinois VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Illinois resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
IL

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Heritage Woods of McHenry

Is Heritage Woods of McHenry in a walkable area?

Heritage Woods of McHenry has a walk score of 21. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Are pets allowed at Heritage Woods of McHenry?

No, Heritage Woods of McHenry has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Heritage Woods of McHenry?

Yes — there are 7 photos of Heritage Woods of McHenry in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Heritage Woods of McHenry?

Heritage Woods of McHenry is located at 4609 W Crystal Lake Rd, Mchenry, IL 60050.

What is the phone number of Heritage Woods of McHenry?

(815) 344-2690 will put you in contact with the team at Heritage Woods of McHenry.

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