Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Lake In The Hills, IL

Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Lake In The Hills, 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.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 88 Rank #121 / 379Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 121st out of 379 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #455 / 585Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 455th out of 585 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.
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About this community

Awards

Nine Pinnacle Customer Experience Awards

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living/Shared Housing Establishment
StatusActive
IssuanceNovember 28, 2025
ExpirationNovember 27, 2026
CountyMchenry
License Number5107658

Ownership & Operating Entity

Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care is legally operated by Al-Mc Lake In Hills Associates, LLC.

Type Of Units

Permanent Units
74 units
Alzheimer's Units
14 units
Total beds
88 units

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsEmergency call systems and 24 hour licensed care access.
Safety FeaturesElectronic key locks and exterior surveillance providing added security.

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Nursing Services
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Walking Paths
Garden
Movie Theater
Salon
Spa
Housekeeping
Transportation
Emergency Call System
Pet Friendly
Community Life Rooms
Activities
Specific ProgramsActive Living, Melody Bridge Program
Touring HoursMon-Sun: 8am – 5pm

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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 data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.
10 deficiencies 4 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info 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 2 Worse Metrics worse than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (11% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (46% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityIL Averagevs. IL Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 109 This facility has 11% more total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (10 vs. IL avg 9).↑ 11% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 2.51.71 This facility has 46% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (2.5 vs. IL avg 1.71).↑ 46% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityIL Averagevs. IL Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 45 This facility has had 20% fewer total inspections than the Illinois average (4 vs. IL avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 20% fewer

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Pets Allowed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Address 0.8 miles from city center Info 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.

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Compare Assisted Living around Mchenry County

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. 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 80
Rank #73 / 379
No
31
Facility 31
IL AVG 51
Rank #449 / 585
--Heritage Woods Of Huntley, LLC2
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 7
Rank #189 / 276
3.5
Facility 3.5
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #234 / 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 80
Rank #74 / 379
No
49
Facility 49
IL AVG 51
Rank #314 / 585
11
Facility 11
IL AVG 15
Rank #98 / 189
A+Algonquin Operations LLC4
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 7
Rank #189 / 276
1.8
Facility 1.8
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #160 / 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
Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care
AL
IL
MC
Lake In The Hills
88
Facility 88
IL AVG 80
Rank #121 / 379
Yes
30
Facility 30
IL AVG 51
Rank #455 / 585
--Al-Mc Lake In Hills Associates, LLC4
10
Facility 10
IL AVG 7
Rank #219 / 276
2.5
Facility 2.5
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #203 / 276
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 3
Rank #142 / 315
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #302 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Cedarhurst of McHenry
AL
MC
Mchenry (Evergreen Park)
82
Facility 82
IL AVG 80
Rank #135 / 379
Yes
61
Facility 61
IL AVG 51
Rank #200 / 585
--Cedarhurst Of Mchenry Operator, LLC4
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 7
Rank #88 / 276
0.5
Facility 0.5
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #86 / 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 80
Rank #258 / 379
No
37
Facility 37
IL AVG 51
Rank #404 / 585
--Memory Care Of Mchenry, LLC4
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 7
Rank #168 / 276
1.3
Facility 1.3
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #134 / 276
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 3
Rank #202 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
Studio / Suite

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every IL community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
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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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 Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care

Who is the owner of Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care?

Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care is legally operated by 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. Car-dependent. 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.

Are pets allowed at Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care?

Yes, Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care allows residents to bring their pets.

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.

Has Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care had any deficiencies?

Melody Living Lake in the Hills Assisted Living & Memory Care has had 10 reported deficiencies according to records from Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH).

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