Shepherd Premier Senior Living
Assisted Living & Memory Care · McHenry County, IL

Shepherd Premier Senior Living

Assisted Living & Memory Care · McHenry County, IL

Overview of Shepherd Premier Senior Living

Enjoy the cozy and quaint spaces of Shepherd Premier Senior Living, an outstanding senior living community overlooking the five acres of stunning lands in East Hillside Road, Crystal Lake, IL, that provides assisted living. With 12 warm and friendly beds available for seniors’ comfort and convenience, the community strives to provide a serene accommodation for a wondrous retirement. Shepherd Premier Senior Living delivers top-tier care and assistance to ensure residents’ needs and aspirations with a qualified and well-trained team.

Feel a sense of camaraderie and lead a meaningful life with enriching activities and engaging programs. Enjoy delicious and healthy meals that satisfy nutritional requirements and preferences. With its intimate setting and friendly environment, Shepherd Premier Senior Living is great for seniors aiming to maximize their independence.

(630) 357-3922

Capacity and availability

Walk Score
Walk Score: 84 / 100 Rank #80 / 648Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 80th out of 648 homes in Illinois for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Illinois SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living/shared Housing Establishment
StatusActive
IssuanceJune 9, 2025
ExpirationJune 9, 2026
CountyMchenry
License Number5201899

Ownership & Operating Entity

Shepherd Premier Senior Living is legally operated by Shepherd Capital, Llc Harvard.

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Does not offer Alzheimer's Care

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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.

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.

Overall vs. IL average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Total inspections (63% below)
Latest Inspection March 5, 2026

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 routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 38 This facility has 63% fewer total inspections than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (3 vs. IL avg 8).↓ 63% better

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Building Type: Two-story

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Address 0.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Harvard's city center to Shepherd Premier Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Illinois

Shepherd Premier Senior Living is located in Harvard, 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)

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Frequently Asked Questions about Shepherd Premier Senior Living

What neighborhood is Shepherd Premier Senior Living in?

Shepherd Premier Senior Living is in the Harvard neighborhood of Harvard.

Who is the owner of Shepherd Premier Senior Living?

The legal owner and operator of Shepherd Premier Senior Living is Shepherd Capital, Llc Harvard.

Is Shepherd Premier Senior Living in a walkable area?

Shepherd Premier Senior Living has a walk score of 84. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Shepherd Premier Senior Living?

According to IL state health department records, Shepherd Premier Senior Living's license number is 5201899.

When does Shepherd Premier Senior Living's license expire?

According to IL state health department records, Shepherd Premier Senior Living's license expires on June 9, 2026.

Are there photos of Shepherd Premier Senior Living?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Shepherd Premier Senior Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Shepherd Premier Senior Living?

Shepherd Premier Senior Living is located at 210 E Front St, Harvard, IL 60033, United States.

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