The Cottages of Fox Lake
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Fox Lake, IL
The Cottages of Fox Lake
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Fox Lake, IL
Overview of The Cottages of Fox Lake
Tucked away in the serene neighborhood of Fox Lake, IL, The Cottages of Fox Lake is an intimate senior living community that offers assisted living and memory care. Residents are welcomed into spacious and comfortable apartments with modern amenities like, kitchenettes, private full bathrooms, individually controlled heating and air conditioning, and emergency call systems. Licensed nurses are available on site 24 hours a day to provide immediate care and assistance when residents need it.
Fostering a convenient living experience for its residents, the community provides an array of convenient services, including housekeeping, laundry, bus transportation, and on-site maintenance. Residents enjoy delicious and health-conscious meals tailored to cater to their unique dietary needs and preferences. The community also features an array of engaging activities and amenities that encourages residents to live an active and fulfilling life.
64-bed community Rank #228 / 418Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 228th out of 418 homes we track in Illinois for bed count. 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.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.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
1 year in operation Rank #125 / 185Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 125th out of 185 homes 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 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.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score: 52 / 100 Rank #310 / 634Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 310th 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living/Shared Housing Establishment
IssuanceJune 16, 2025
CountyLake
License Number5106429
The Cottages of Fox Lake is legally operated by Vs Paradise Park, LLC.
Permanent Units
32 units
Alzheimer's Units
32 units
Total beds
64 units
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
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
These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
0 deficiencies
9 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, 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
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
1 Better
Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (100% below)
• Total deficiencies (100% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 0 | 7 | This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (0 vs. IL avg 7).↓ 100% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility.
| 9 | 9 | This facility has total inspections in line with the Illinois average (9 vs. IL avg 9).— At avg |
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Studio
Building Type: Two-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Places of interest near The Cottages of Fox Lake
0.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Fox Lake's city center to The Cottages of Fox Lake's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 7.43 miles to nearest hospital (Northwestern Medicine McHenry 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 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.
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.
PC (Palliative Care):
Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
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Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
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Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
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Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
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Number of years the company has been in operation.
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Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
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Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
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Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
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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.
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Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
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Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
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Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bella Terra Streamwood | AL MC NH PC SNF | Streamwood | 214
Facility
214
IL AVG
85
Rank
#20 / 418 | No |
74
Facility
74
IL AVG
52
Rank
#135 / 634 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| GreenFields of Geneva | AL IL MC NH SNF | Geneva | 77
Facility
77
IL AVG
85
Rank
#188 / 418 | Yes |
6
Facility
6
IL AVG
52
Rank
#611 / 634 | 14
Facility
14
IL AVG
16
Rank
#93 / 185 | A+ | Nfp Friendship Village Of Mill Creek | 9 | 24
Facility
24
IL AVG
7
Rank
#248 / 276 | 2.7
Facility
2.7
IL AVG
0.8
Rank
#246 / 276 | 4
Facility
4
IL AVG
3
Rank
#242 / 315 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#90 / 315 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Cottages of Fox Lake | AL MC | Fox Lake | 64
Facility
64
IL AVG
85
Rank
#228 / 418 | Yes |
52
Facility
52
IL AVG
52
Rank
#310 / 634 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
16
Rank
#125 / 185 | - | Vs Paradise Park, LLC | 9 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 276 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
IL AVG
0.8
Rank
#1 / 276 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
3
Rank
#142 / 315 | 5
Facility
5
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#285 / 315 | Studio |
| Lincolnwood Place | AL IL MC NH RC SNF | Lincolnwood | 45
Facility
45
IL AVG
85
Rank
#314 / 418 | No |
51
Facility
51
IL AVG
52
Rank
#325 / 634 | - | - | Ga Hc Reit II Lincolnwood Trs Sub, LLC | 9 | 10
Facility
10
IL AVG
7
Rank
#219 / 276 | 1.1
Facility
1.1
IL AVG
0.8
Rank
#209 / 276 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
3
Rank
#202 / 315 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#165 / 315 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Vi at The Glen | AL NH IL MC | Glenview | 36
Facility
36
IL AVG
85
Rank
#364 / 418 | Yes |
52
Facility
52
IL AVG
52
Rank
#310 / 634 | 28
Facility
28
IL AVG
16
Rank
#33 / 185 | A+ | Cc-Lake, Inc | 3 | 6
Facility
6
IL AVG
7
Rank
#180 / 276 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
IL AVG
0.8
Rank
#236 / 276 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 315 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#1 / 315 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Villa |
Frequently Asked Questions about The Cottages of Fox Lake
Who is the owner of The Cottages of Fox Lake?
The Cottages of Fox Lake is legally operated by Vs Paradise Park, LLC.
Is The Cottages of Fox Lake in a walkable area?
The Cottages of Fox Lake has a walk score of 52. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of The Cottages of Fox Lake?
According to IL state health department records, The Cottages of Fox Lake's license number is 5106429.
How long has The Cottages of Fox Lake been in business?
The Cottages of Fox Lake has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at The Cottages of Fox Lake?
Yes, The Cottages of Fox Lake allows residents to bring their pets.
How many beds does The Cottages of Fox Lake have?
The Cottages of Fox Lake has 64 beds.
Has The Cottages of Fox Lake had any deficiencies?
The Cottages of Fox Lake has no reported deficiencies since 2025 according to records from Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH).
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