Harbor House Memory Care
Memory Care, Adult Day Care & Hospice Care · Wheeling, IL

Harbor House Memory Care

Memory Care, Adult Day Care & Hospice Care · Wheeling, IL

Overview of Harbor House Memory Care

Harbor House in Wheeling, Illinois, offers exceptional memory care services, prioritizing residents’ well-being and security. This community maintains an environment that fosters independence and a high quality of life. Residents participate in activities tailored to their functioning levels, ensuring engagement and fulfillment. Safety is essential, with a 24/7 fully secure facility to protect residents experiencing memory loss from potential harm. Its compassionate staff is also dedicated to preserving residents’ identities, recognizing the emotional challenges of memory loss, and fostering confidence while cherishing precious memories and personalities.

Its commitment to excellence in treatment is evident through its team of memory-care specialized physicians, therapists, and nurses who continually update their training to stay current with the latest advancements in memory loss care. Their care program addresses the unique needs of individuals affected by various forms of dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease and vascular dementia. If you’re seeking specialized care and support for your loved one, Harbor House is a compassionate and secure choice where residents can maintain their sense of self and receive the highest level of care.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #45 / 134Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis memory care community is ranked 45th out of 134 memory care communities we track in Illinois for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Illinois facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every memory care community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Memory care 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.
18 years
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #251 / 356Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis memory care community is ranked 251st out of 356 memory care communities 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 compare like with like: every memory care community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Memory care 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.
36 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About this community

Safety & Compliance

Secured Perimeter
Grab Bars
Safety FeaturesBathrooms with safety features.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

4 services
Doctor on Staff
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Staff-to-Resident Ratio: 1:7

Amenities & Lifestyle

Salon
Housekeeping
Recreation Area
Patio
Walking Paths
Laundry
Special Dietary Accommodations
Daily Pharmacy Delivery

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Address 1.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Wheeling's city center to Harbor House Memory Care's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 5.93 miles to nearest hospital (Endeavor Health Northwest Community Hospital)

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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
Smith Village
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
SNF
Chicago (South Side)
82
Facility 82
IL AVG 87
Rank #125 / 307
Yes
71
Facility 71
IL AVG 50
Rank #67 / 356
17
Facility 17
IL AVG 14
Rank #49 / 134
A+The Washington And Jane Smith Community-Beverly10
25
Facility 25
IL AVG 7
Rank #202 / 225
2.5
Facility 2.5
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #163 / 225
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 250
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #1 / 250
1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Sheridan at Oak Brook
MC
AL
IL
RC
Oak Brook
73
Facility 73
IL AVG 87
Rank #150 / 307
No
34
Facility 34
IL AVG 50
Rank #263 / 356
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 14
Rank #77 / 134
-Bmsh II Oakbrook Il, LLC2
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #101 / 225
2.0
Facility 2.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #130 / 225
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 250
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #66 / 250
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sunrise of Lincoln Park
MC
AL
HOS
Chicago (Lincoln Park)
60
Facility 60
IL AVG 87
Rank #187 / 307
Yes
97
Facility 97
IL AVG 50
Rank #4 / 356
45
Facility 45
IL AVG 14
Rank #7 / 134
A-Szr Lincoln Park Opco LC3
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 7
Rank #129 / 225
1.7
Facility 1.7
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #123 / 225
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 3
Rank #100 / 250
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #66 / 250
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Suite
Mercy Circle Senior Living
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
SNF
Chicago (Mount Greenwood)
43
Facility 43
IL AVG 87
Rank #244 / 307
Yes
44
Facility 44
IL AVG 50
Rank #214 / 356
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 14
Rank #77 / 134
-Mercy Circle2
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 225
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #1 / 225
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 250
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #66 / 250
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Harbor House Memory Care
MC
ADC
HOS
Wheeling-No
36
Facility 36
IL AVG 50
Rank #251 / 356
18
Facility 18
IL AVG 14
Rank #45 / 134
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each memory care community is ranked against every other IL memory care community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Illinois

Harbor House Memory Care is located in Wheeling, 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 Harbor House Memory Care

Is Harbor House Memory Care in a walkable area?

Harbor House Memory Care has a walk score of 36. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

How long has Harbor House Memory Care been in business?

Harbor House Memory Care has been operating for approximately 18 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Harbor House Memory Care?

No, Harbor House Memory Care has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Harbor House Memory Care?

Yes — there are 9 photos of Harbor House Memory Care in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Harbor House Memory Care provide?

Harbor House Memory Care offers Memory Care, Adult Day Care & Hospice Care.

What is the address of Harbor House Memory Care?

Harbor House Memory Care is located at 760 Mchenry Rd, Wheeling, IL 60090.

What is the phone number of Harbor House Memory Care?

(847) 465-1100 will put you in contact with the team at Harbor House Memory Care.

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