Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · McHenry County, IL
Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · McHenry County, IL
Overview of Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care
Melody Living boasts a luxurious and professional memory care and assisted living environment that ensures a service delivered with compassion and respect. The renowned reputation of the community has gained its trusted, loyal customers on the fantastic customer service received from its other sister communities in Illinois. The up-and-coming branch in Lake in the Hills will undoubtedly exceed expectations. Offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care living options, seniors can expect a lifestyle built on luxury and dedication when it comes to what the community has to offer.
Melody Living has built a community centered on residents living the best life they can. The retirement home provides convenient services such as transportation, enrichment activities, engaging programs, and recreational activities; community amenities include private apartments with sweeping views, a game room, outdoor playgrounds, and beautifully designed common areas.
88-bed community Rank #155 / 426Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 155th out of 426 homes in Illinois. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Illinois facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 30 / 100 Rank #495 / 648Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 495th out of 648 homes in Illinois. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Illinois facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
AwardsNine Pinnacle Customer Experience Awards
Facility TypeAssisted Living/shared Housing Establishment
StatusActive
IssuanceNovember 28, 2025
ExpirationNovember 27, 2026
CountyMchenry
License Number5107658
Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care is legally operated by Al-mc Lake In Hills Associates, Llc.
Permanent Units
74 units
Alzheimer's Units
14 units
Total beds
88 units
Emergency SystemsEmergency call systems and 24 hour licensed care access.
Safety FeaturesElectronic key locks and exterior surveillance providing added security.
Respite Care
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing
Encore Fitness Center
Outdoor Walking Paths
Garden Patios
Chef-Prepared Meals
Personalized Menus
Community Life Rooms
Lounges
Theater
Salon And Spa
Weekly Housekeeping
Valet Transportation
Emergency Call Systems
Pet Friendly Apartments
ActivitiesActivity calendar featuring resident led events and enriching programs.
Specific ProgramsActive Living, Melody Bridge Program
Touring HoursMon-Sun: 8am – 5pm
Food DescriptionChef-prepared meals served daily with personalized menus for dietary needs.
Inspection History
In Illinois, the Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation conducts annual unannounced surveys to assess compliance with state and federal healthcare facility standards.
Since 2025 · 1 year of data
10 deficiencies
12 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Illinois state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2025 vs. Illinois state average
Overall vs. IL average
3 Worse
Metrics worse than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (43% above)
• Deficiencies per year (43% above)
• Total inspections (50% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (11% below)
• Total deficiencies (43% above)
• Deficiencies per year (43% above)
• Total inspections (50% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (11% below)
Latest Inspection
February 20, 2026
Facility Reported Incident
Inspection
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
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10 | 7 | This facility has 43% more total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (10 vs. IL avg 7).↑ 43% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2025.
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10 | 7 | This facility has 43% more deficiencies per year than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (10 vs. IL avg 7).↑ 43% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
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0.8 | 0.9 | This facility has 11% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (0.8 vs. IL avg 0.9).↓ 11% better |
Inspections
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This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
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12 | 8 | This facility has 50% more total inspections than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (12 vs. IL avg 8).↑ 50% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- December 8, 2025 annual inspection found five deficiencies including failure to report serious incidents timely, incomplete physician assessments, inadequate service plans, insufficient dementia training, and resident rights violations with electronic monitoring.
- May 19, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated failures in healthcare worker background check documentation, service plan adherence causing a resident fall, and resident theft with fraudulent credit card charges.
- November 3, 2025 follow-up investigation found no deficiencies and confirmed compliance with assisted living regulations after a facility-reported incident.
What does this home offer?
Building Type: 3-story
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163.0 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Lake In The Hills's city center to Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 4.37 miles to nearest hospital (Advocat Health Care)
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Assisted Living in Illinois
Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care is located in Lake in the Hills, Illinois.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Illinois.
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The information below is reported by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation.
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| Clarendale of Algonquin |
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC
Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. |
Algonquin (West Algonquin Road) |
110
Facility
110
IL AVG
86
Rank
#101 / 426
| No |
49
Facility
49
IL AVG
51
Rank
#344 / 648
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11
Facility
11
IL AVG
20
Rank
#101 / 145
| A+ | Algonquin Operations LLC | 8 |
7
Facility
7
IL AVG
7
Rank
#221 / 308
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0.9
Facility
0.9
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#215 / 308
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0
Facility
0
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#1 / 308
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5
Facility
5
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#257 / 308
| - |
| Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care |
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. |
Lake In The Hills |
88
Facility
88
IL AVG
86
Rank
#155 / 426
| No |
30
Facility
30
IL AVG
51
Rank
#495 / 648
| - | - | Al-Mc Lake In Hills Associates, LLC | 12 |
10
Facility
10
IL AVG
7
Rank
#251 / 308
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0.8
Facility
0.8
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#197 / 308
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2
Facility
2
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#185 / 308
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7
Facility
7
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#304 / 308
| Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Three Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care |
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. |
Cary |
87
Facility
87
IL AVG
86
Rank
#158 / 426
| No |
56
Facility
56
IL AVG
51
Rank
#272 / 648
| - | - | Cary Senior Living, LLC | 12 |
7
Facility
7
IL AVG
7
Rank
#221 / 308
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0.6
Facility
0.6
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#177 / 308
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2
Facility
2
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#95 / 308
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7
Facility
7
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#304 / 308
| - |
| The Courtyard at McHenry |
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. |
Mchenry |
80
Facility
80
IL AVG
86
Rank
#177 / 426
| No |
30
Facility
30
IL AVG
51
Rank
#495 / 648
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1
Facility
1
IL AVG
20
Rank
#125 / 145
| - | Encore Mchenry LLC | 7 |
11
Facility
11
IL AVG
7
Rank
#258 / 308
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1.6
Facility
1.6
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#275 / 308
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1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#1 / 308
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3
Facility
3
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#257 / 308
| - |
| Heritage Woods of McHenry |
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. |
Mchenry | - | No |
21
Facility
21
IL AVG
51
Rank
#550 / 648
| - | A+ | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Frequently Asked Questions about Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care
What neighborhood is Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care in?
Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care is in the Lake in the Hills neighborhood of Lake in the Hills.
Who is the owner of Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care?
The legal owner and operator of Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care is Al-Mc Lake In Hills Associates, Llc.
Is Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care in a walkable area?
Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care has a walk score of 30. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
What is the license number of Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care?
According to IL state health department records, Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care's license number is 5107658.
When does Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care's license expire?
According to IL state health department records, Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care's license expires on November 27, 2026.
How many beds does Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care have?
Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care has 88 beds.
Are there photos of Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care?
Yes — there are 14 photos of Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care in the photo gallery on this page.
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