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Overview of Admiral at the Lake

Admiral at the Lake is a continuing care retirement community in Chicago, Illinois, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home and skilled nursing services. Having several care levels means a resident whose needs change over time may be able to move to a different level of care without leaving the community.

The range of care options may make Admiral at the Lake a good fit for someone planning for changing support needs. With 56 beds, it is a smaller setting where residents and staff can get to know one another.

Housing includes one bedroom and two bedroom residences. The two bedroom option may suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion, while Medicare and private pay provide two listed ways to cover care.

Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 57 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Rehabilitation services and short term rehab support people who need therapy during a temporary recovery period, and the on site pool provides another place for activity within the community.

A Walk Score of 90 makes the area a walker’s paradise, so daily errands do not require a car. A resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby destinations independently.

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Overview of Charter Senior Living of Godfrey

Discover an inspiring lifestyle at Charter Senior Living of Godfrey, a thriving senior living community in Godfrey, Illinois, that offers assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays. Residents can choose from a variety of private apartments as well as companion suites to match their needs and preferences. Nursing care, assistance with daily living activities, and a team specially trained to provide assistance to residents dealing with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia ensures that the varying needs of residents are met.

The community provides plenty of opportunities for a lively lifestyle with its close proximity to popular shopping and entertainment venues, complemented with diverse on-site events and activities. Most of the chores are handled to provide residents more time to explore amenities, such as restaurant-style bistro and café, wellness and fitness center, resource library, full-service salon, an inviting courtyard and gardens, and large community room for recreation and entertainment.

Starting Price $3,495/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Bickford of Bloomington

Bickford of Bloomington in Bloomington, IL, unites assisted living with memory care. Independent living is included in its list as well. Assisted living provides staff support for tasks that residents cannot manage independently. Independent living allows the resident to control their own schedule, while the community manages its own services.

Memory care operates here through the Montessori Memory Care program, secured and supervised for dementia that poses a wandering risk. A resident may change levels as requirements evolve while maintaining the same address.

With sixteen beds in private rooms, this creates an intimate community, suited to someone who prefers not to be just one face in a crowd. Residents are allowed to have pets in this place. Community outings and theme days are included in the activity schedule, and special dietary needs can be met.

The operator is Bloomington Bickford House, LLC. Here, errands typically require driving, as a Walk Score of 41 is car-dependent, with some coverage provided by scheduled transportation.

Starting Price $120/Day Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Sunrise of Gurnee

Situated in the friendly neighborhood of North Hunt Club Road, Gurnee, IL, Sunrise of Gurnee is an astounding senior living community providing a variety of living options including assisted living, memory care, short-term stays, and hospice coordination. With elegant and spacious floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom apartments, and companion suites, the community ensures comfort and safety. Experience a worry-free lifestyle with an experienced, compassionate, and well-trained team handling the cleaning and other mundane activities for you.

Sunrise of Gurnee collaborates with seniors and their loved ones to devise a care plan that best matches their needs and aspirations. From activities to dining, the community focuses on the interests and strengths of its residents. With an innovative approach, the community strives to satisfy seniors’ nutritional requirements and cravings. The community proves its exceptional quality with several recognitions on its belt including AHCA/NCAL’s Gold National Quality Award in 2018 and US News and World Report’s Best Assisted Living in 2024, among others.

Starting Price $4,104/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of The Landing on Dundee Senior Living

Quietly set in the convenient residential area of West Dundee Road, Wheeling, IL, The Landing on Dundee is a one-of-a-kind community that offers assisted living and memory care. There’s no need to worry about day-to-day activities with a kind and highly trained team attending to your needs and preferences. For those with dementia and other memory-related needs, the community also provides specialized memory care programs to improve their cognition. Additionally, cozy and well-designed accommodations are available at a reasonable cost to maximize comfort and safety.

Have fun with stimulating programs and engaging activities tailored to your leisure and wellness. Here, residents can look forward to mealtimes with healthy and delicious meals served to satisfy dietary needs and tastes. With the community’s hands-on care and dedicated services, residents will surely enjoy every moment of their golden years.

Starting Price $4,195/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of North Shore Place

Tucked away in Northbrook, IL, North Shore Place is a vibrant senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and short-term care. Residents enjoy a secure living space with well-built accommodations, including one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. The community provides a variety of conveniences, such as on-site maintenance, housekeeping, and laundry services.

A vibrant lifestyle is guaranteed with the community’s diverse variety of activities, including games, cooking, singing, exercise classes, discussions, and outings to local hotspots. Personalized care plans ensure residents’ needs are met accordingly. Services like assistance with activities of daily living, regular health screenings, a massage therapy room, and a dedicated rehabilitation room, ensures residents have access to services that empower them to maintain their holistic well-being.

Starting Price $9,356/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Cedarhurst of McHenry

Cedarhurst of McHenry offers assisted living and memory care in McHenry, IL. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. Having both care settings in one community may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, and respite care can support a family caregiver who needs a short stay while traveling or recovering.

The community has 82 beds and offers studio, suite, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts. A studio is a single private space, while a two-bedroom layout can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. Starting prices are $5,150 per month for assisted living and $8,800 per month for memory care, giving families a care-specific monthly figure to use when estimating costs.

Residents can use the salon and spa, landscaped courtyards, walking paths, and movie theater, while Daily Programs and Events provide scheduled activities. Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet. Rehabilitation services and scheduled transportation are also available.

The area is somewhat walkable, with some errands possible on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle nearby errands independently. Cedarhurst of McHenry may be a good fit for someone who needs help with daily tasks, a secured setting because of wandering risk, or the option to move between assisted living and memory care as needs change. Cedarhurst of McHenry is operated by Cedarhurst of McHenry Operator.

Starting Price $5,450/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Overview of Terra Vista of Oakbrook Terrace

Terra Vista of Oakbrook Terrace offers assisted living and memory care in Oakbrook Terrace, IL. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

The community has 106 beds and is operated by Oakbrook Properties. With a Walk Score of 68, the area is somewhat walkable, meaning some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may still be able to get out independently. The two care levels may be a good fit for someone whose needs grow over time, since moving between assisted living and memory care can happen without leaving the community.

Starting Price $10,500/Month Info Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

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Overview of 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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Overview of Arbor Terrace Highland Park

Arbor Terrace Highland Park provides assisted living and memory care in Highland Park, IL. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication while a resident lives in a private living space. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering. With both care levels available, Arbor Terrace Highland Park may be a good fit for a resident whose support needs could grow over time without leaving the community.

The community has 86 beds and offers studios, one bedroom residences, and two bedroom residences, giving individuals or couples different layouts for their living arrangements. Respite care provides a short term stay when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover. Pets are allowed, so a resident may continue living with a pet.

Starting prices are $6,795 per month for assisted living and $8,830 per month for memory care, with the rates tied to the selected care level. Restaurant style dining, a salon and spa, a fitness center, landscaped gardens, and walking paths give residents places for meals, personal care, exercise, and outdoor walks. Scheduled transportation supports planned trips beyond the community, while a Walk Score of 74 means most errands can be completed on foot, allowing a resident who no longer drives to get out independently. Christopher Dale serves as director, and Csh Highland Park Lessee operates the community.

Starting Price $5,900/Month Info Pricing updated on October 7th, 2026

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Assisted Living in Illinois at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $6,190The average monthly cost across facilities in Illinois. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 48/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Illinois. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 67The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Illinois. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90