Medium-capacity home · Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
The Woodlands at Canterfield
The Woodlands at Canterfield offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in West Dundee, IL. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision, and the three care levels can allow a resident whose needs grow to remain within the same community rather than move elsewhere.
The community has 114 beds, giving families a clear sense of its overall size without implying a particular staffing level or daily experience. A Walk Score of 87 means the area is very walkable, with most errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby shops, a pharmacy, or cafes independently. Located in the Dundee Township neighborhood, the community allows pets, so a resident may be able to keep a companion animal as part of the move.
On-site amenities include a spa and salon for personal care services, a fitness center for exercise, and a landscaped organic garden with an outdoor pavilion for time outside. Restaurants provide an on-site dining option, while concierge services support day-to-day requests; the community also offers the Lifestyle & Wellbeing program. Westbrook At Canterfield operates The Woodlands at Canterfield, which may be a good fit for someone who wants access to multiple care levels as needs change.
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About this community
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.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 6 deficiencies 3 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• Deficiencies per inspection (17% above) 1 Better Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (33% below)
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
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Total deficiencies
| 6 | 9 | This facility has 33% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (6 vs. IL avg 9).↓ 33% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
| 2.0 | 1.71 | This facility has 17% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (2 vs. IL avg 1.71).↑ 17% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
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Total inspections
| 3 | 5 | This facility has had 40% fewer total inspections than the Illinois average (3 vs. IL avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 40% fewer |
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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.
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.
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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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| The Woodlands at Canterfield | AL IL MC | West Dundee (Dundee Township) | 114
Facility
114
IL AVG
80
Rank
#70 / 379 | Yes |
87
Facility
87
IL AVG
51
Rank
#48 / 585 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
15
Rank
#121 / 189 | - | - | 3 | 6
Facility
6
IL AVG
7
Rank
#180 / 276 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
IL AVG
1.4
Rank
#165 / 276 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
3
Rank
#142 / 315 | 4
Facility
4
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#258 / 315 | - |
| Brighton Gardens of St. Charles | AL MC RC | St. Charles (Surrey Woods) | 104
Facility
104
IL AVG
80
Rank
#89 / 379 | Yes |
66
Facility
66
IL AVG
51
Rank
#166 / 585 | 18
Facility
18
IL AVG
15
Rank
#74 / 189 | A+ | Sjv 1 St. Charles Opco LLC | 7 | 5
Facility
5
IL AVG
7
Rank
#168 / 276 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
IL AVG
1.4
Rank
#96 / 276 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
3
Rank
#202 / 315 | 6
Facility
6
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#292 / 315 | 1 Bed |
| Westbrook Senior Living | AL IL MC | Streamwood | 80
Facility
80
IL AVG
80
Rank
#140 / 379 | Yes |
25
Facility
25
IL AVG
51
Rank
#488 / 585 | - | - | Streamwood Operator, LLC | 1 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
7
Rank
#88 / 276 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
IL AVG
1.4
Rank
#165 / 276 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
3
Rank
#1 / 315 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#165 / 315 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| River Glen of St. Charles | AL IL MC RC | St. Charles | 78
Facility
78
IL AVG
80
Rank
#150 / 379 | Yes |
45
Facility
45
IL AVG
51
Rank
#345 / 585 | - | A- | River Glen Of St. Charles | 1 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 276 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
IL AVG
1.4
Rank
#1 / 276 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
3
Rank
#62 / 315 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#165 / 315 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Bickford of St. Charles | AL MC | St. Charles | 76
Facility
76
IL AVG
80
Rank
#156 / 379 | Yes |
50
Facility
50
IL AVG
51
Rank
#302 / 585 | 26
Facility
26
IL AVG
15
Rank
#40 / 189 | - | St. Charles Bickford Cottage, LLC | 3 | 16
Facility
16
IL AVG
7
Rank
#236 / 276 | 5.3
Facility
5.3
IL AVG
1.4
Rank
#267 / 276 | 4
Facility
4
IL AVG
3
Rank
#242 / 315 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#90 / 315 | - |
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Illinois
The Woodlands at Canterfield is located in West Dundee, Illinois.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Woodlands at Canterfield
What neighborhood is The Woodlands at Canterfield in?
The Woodlands at Canterfield is in the Dundee Township neighborhood of West Dundee.
Who is the owner of The Woodlands at Canterfield?
The Woodlands at Canterfield is legally operated by Westbrook At Canterfield, LLC.
Is The Woodlands at Canterfield in a walkable area?
The Woodlands at Canterfield has a walk score of 87. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of The Woodlands at Canterfield?
According to IL state health department records, The Woodlands at Canterfield's license number is 5108581.
How long has The Woodlands at Canterfield been in business?
The Woodlands at Canterfield has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.
Are pets allowed at The Woodlands at Canterfield?
Yes, The Woodlands at Canterfield allows residents to bring their pets.
What is the best email address for The Woodlands at Canterfield?
The team at The Woodlands at Canterfield can be reached at rcarney@woodlandswd.com.
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