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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Lake Forest, IL
Memory care in Lake Forest offers 24-hour care and supervision, trained staff, and specialized activities to accommodate the needs of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. These communities typically offer advanced security features and engaging activities to help ensure residents’ well-being. The cost of memory care in Lake Forest is about $6,016 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 33 communities, read 1148 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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Brookdale Northbrook is a warm and welcoming place from management all the way down to residents. There is a wide variety of things to do. You can choose as much or as little as you wish to participate!
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
A Meaningful RetirementWhy would you settle for a senior living community that requires you to sacrifice your well-deserved freedom and independence in exchange for quality care? Our residents enjoy both here at our independent and assisted living community in Northbrook, Illinois. You can join...
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9.9
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122 reviews
8-29-24, The location of this Brookdale to MAJOR medical entities is a major plus when considering where to live. I failed to include this to my previous 5 star reviews (as a resident). Those considering...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
It’s good to be home.Our community just outside of Chicago gives you the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with both independent living and assisted living on the same campus. With several floor plans to chose from, including studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom options, you’ll be able...
Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Assisted Living
10 East Hawthorn Parkway, Vernon Hills, IL 60061Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.8
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73 reviews
My grandfather has been living at Brookdale for several years now. We have never had any issues and my grandma loves it there. The staff is amazing and so friendly.
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes is a pet-friendly assisted living community located in Vernon Hills, Illinois. We are located near Big and Little Bear Lakes, both are favorite picnic destinations for our residents and their families. Our attentive staff members are available 24 hours a day to provide...
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9.7
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62 reviews
My mom loves the people, the facility, and the food at Sunrise in Buffalo Grove. I am grateful that I can feel comfortable knowing that my mother is being well taken care of - she is in a safe &...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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33 reviews
The Independent Living community is small, very friendly and clean. More like a home, than a facility. People who work there seem to care and always address Mom by name. The care service is a La carte and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Situated on 17 rolling acres in the northwest suburbs, our community features carefully appointed apartments offering many modern conveniences combined with the everyday comforts of home. Picture a lifestyle where you receive unequaled services and amenities while having a whole new world of...
Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Northbrook
3240 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL 60062Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.3
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42 reviews
The woman who works with families that are interested to send their loved one to Arden is very good. The executive director, who is the face of Arden to families with loved ones staying there is more of a...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
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9.2
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31 reviews
As far as my evaluation of The Laurel, she received excellent care and I would recommend their memory care facility. The staff members are well trained and they care deeply for their patients. They went...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Springs of Vernon Hills Vernon Hills Memory Care The Springs of Vernon Hills is located in northeast Illinois, near Chicago. We are proud to be a member of the JEA Senior Living family with communities across the United States and into Canada. JEA has over 30 years of experience caring for...
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9.2
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47 reviews
The location is terrible - next to transformers and power towers. They get people from one activity to the next and there was something every day and all day long. They made people feel inclusive and able...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
North Shore Place located in Northbrook, Cook County, Illinois provides seniors with a caring assisted living community that is supportive and safe. Our community offers its residents a peaceful place to call home. Northbrook is a great city to visit, and guests of our residents will enjoy...
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9.2
Review score
64 reviews
My loved one was previously a resident at Aspen Woods of Vernon Hills. Overall, the staff were great, friendly and helpful but they were usually understaffed. The food, as in most similar places, is not very...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
For the best memory care for your loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia in the Vernon Hills, Illinois area, consider Charter Senior Living assisted living community. We focus exclusively on memory care, providing care that's based on the most up-to-date research, for our residents with...
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9.1
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126 reviews
The nurses were particularly helpful. My mom was in hospice during her final 4 months at StoryPoint and the storypoint nurses worked with right along side of the hospice staff to ensure her care was top...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to StoryPoint Libertyville! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our various senior living options include independent living, enhanced living, assisted living, memory care, and...
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9.1
Review score
79 reviews
After a lot of looking at places for mom, Green Oaks Senior Living just seemed to be the right fit. One super unique aspect is that the property is located adjacent to the Old School Forest Preserve so the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Here you'll enjoy a spacious, park-like property with beautiful brick buildings. Walking paths meander through the landscape, leading you to a small, tranquil lake. The community feels warm and welcoming with areas that are alive with activity alongside quiet neighborhoods that provide serenity...
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8.9
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45 reviews
I am beyond grateful for the exceptional care and support my mother has received at Ciel. From the moment she arrived, it was clear that this community is dedicated to creating a nurturing and vibrant...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
HarborChase of Long Grove is a highly rated, pet-friendly assisted living and memory care community for seniors in the greater Chicago area. Our trained caregivers have experience working with seniors who need varying levels of care. They are always available to offer friendly, personalized...
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8.9
Review score
83 reviews
I rated the admin staff low because they have had minimal involvement with me. The staff on my dad's floor which is the total care floor has been good for the most part. Regardless families need to be...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Belmont Village Buffalo Grove is home to the perfect blend of comfort, personalized care and active living. Our beautifully landscaped senior living community is nestled in the heart of the attractive residential suburb of northwest Chicago, surrounded by premier dining, shopping and...
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8.8
Review score
29 reviews
From the moment I walked in the door, everything was amazing. The community is exceptionally clean, and every staff member was extremely attentive and more than kind.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Now under new management with Sunrise Senior Living as of June 2024In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by...
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8.8
Review score
121 reviews
We have been happy with Brookdale Vernon Hills. The staff is friendly, courteous and very helpful. The facility is great with the rainforest being a very unique fixture of the property. Activities seem...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Resort-Style Senior Living at Its FinestYou have options for senior living in the Chicago area. But none of them look like this. We provide a resort-like environment for independent senior living and assisted living. We are known for our indoor rainforest—at more than a football field long and...
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8.6
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20 reviews
Covid was still a thing when my dad was a resident there, so activities were minimal. But for the time, great place to be and we would recommend The Sheridan at Green Oaks community to other families
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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8.5
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14 reviews
At 90, Sedgebrook in Lincolnshire is my cherished sanctuary. Its beautiful facility and serene grounds bring me daily joy. The staff, a second family, showers me with warmth and care. And the dining...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Sedgebrook, located in Lincolnshire, Lake County, Illinois is a premier assisted living community in the area. The community is designed to fit the lives of each unique individual. With state of the art amenities installed on site, the community has a life of its own, despite it being surrounded...
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8.3
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25 reviews
Carpets in hallway could be replaced - and marks on walls from walkers, etc. Everyone is very friendly. My dad has no complaints about the quality of care. There is a lot of variety for the food - dad feels...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Our community offers assisted living and memory care options for seniors, ideally located for the North Shore suburbs of Chicago and the surrounding communities of Wheeling.This isn’t your average senior living community as our residents enjoy social interaction with their peers, activities here...
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8.0
Review score
60 reviews
My mom was very happy while she was here. The staff are all very compassionate and know each and every one of their residents. Our family highly recommend Sunrise of Highland Park.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
11 Photo available
7.9
Review score
33 reviews
The people from the director to the staff are wonderful- you get the feeling money is an issue- things could be nicer/ better maintained but the needs, people and food are nice enough. For accuracy the...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Harbor House in Wheeling, IL, is dedicated to serving individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders. It is our mission to provide a residence in the least-restrictive, safe environment that affords a quality of care beyond all industry standards. It is our philosophy to show respect...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
For today’s independent older adults, Presbyterian Homes’ Lake Forest Place is a Life Plan Community with the perfect combination of sophisticated retirement living and total peace of mind. Located on 60 beautifully wooded acres, Lake Forest Place offers apartment and cottage residences just...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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1.5
Review score
27 reviews
My mother has being in the facility for over two years, and we can said enough of the great care she has received from all the staff. We look at many facilities before and they were very impersonal and cold...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Let our 24/7 nursing care put your mind at ease at our Wealshire Plus Assisted Living Campus. Our Sheltered Care license allows us to achieve a true Continuum of Care, providing the extra "plus" care for your loved one you won't find at a standard Assisted Living. At the Wealshire, couples can...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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3.0
Review score
5 reviews
This is the place to go for a community for your loved one. The meals are gourmet and as much as the residents want, and the meals are served in a beautiful dining room. The community has lots of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Arbor Terrace Highland Park is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle and experience greater well-being. The community offers spacious studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, most with a kitchenette. Residents enjoy amenities including...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.0
Review score
25 reviews
In house visiting nurse practitioner is excellent. Executive staff is trying; much upheaval. Polite and helpful initial entry. Clean and organized. Safe. Nursing staff is non-communicative. Dining is...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Our longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Victory Centre of Vernon Hills community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one. Above all else, this is your life...
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66 Floor plans available
1.0
Review score
17 reviews
After touring several communities, this was the only community we felt love as we walked through the building. The staff are kind, caring and treat the patients as family. Moving my mom into Northbrook Inn...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Northbrook Inn, part of the Koelsch Senior Communities, and family owned since 1958 is located in the village of Northbrook. The single-story memory care community in the Pointe Drive neighborhood is considered by many to be a retiree's dream neighborhood as it is peaceful and quiet, close to...
Cost of memory care in Lake Forest, IL
The average cost of senior living in Lake Forest is $6,016 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gurnee, IL with an average of $5,733 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Lake Forest, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Lake Forest, IL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Lake Forest vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Lake Forest, IL by room type
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What families are saying about memory care in Lake Forest
Recent reviews for memory care in Lake Forest
Parkside Manor in Kenosha, WI
5.0
I can only comment about the memory unit. Those girls worked hard to maintain order and keep up. I thought to myself a few times that however much money they are making probably isn't enough. It takes a special person to that job.
The Auberge at Lake Zurich
5.0
It is a great community to put your loved one in. They have great team work, and everyone has a caring personality.
The staff are responsive to answering questions on my loved one. If they don't know the answer, they will be happy to find the answer for you.
Artis Senior Living of Lakeview in Chicago, IL
4.0
My mother is currently a resident at Artis Senior Living of Lakeview and we are very happy with the place. The staff and my mother have both adjusted well. We are satisfied that this was the right place for her.
Lake Forest review score based on 222 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 222 reviews of 31 Lake Forest memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Lake Forest review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
Lake Forest review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Lake Forest memory care
When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 222 reviews of 31 Lake Forest memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Lake Forest resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Lake Forest, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.4
Meals & dining
3.8
4.0
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
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Lake Forest memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake Forest memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake Forest, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Lake Forest memory care
Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Lake Forest that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
74.2%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
67.7%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.8%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
83.9%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
61.3%
28.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.8%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
74.2%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
83.9%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Lake Forest memory care
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Lake Forest Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lake Forest, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
77.4%
74.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
67.7%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71%
70.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
32.3%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lake Forest memory care
Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Lake Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lake Forest, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
51.6%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
67.7%
44.3%
No sugar
No sugar
67.7%
41.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
67.7%
50%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
19.4%
17.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake Forest memory care
Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Lake Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lake Forest, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
67.7%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
71%
39.7%
Room service
Room service
51.6%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
35.5%
22.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake Forest memory care
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Lake Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lake Forest, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
74.2%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
61.3%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
54.8%
28.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
74.2%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80.6%
51.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
87.1%
60.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
71%
39.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
71%
34.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
67.7%
36.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
77.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
80.6%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
48.4%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
51.6%
21.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
74.2%
46.3%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Northbrook, Encore at South Barrington and Clarendale of Algonquin are the top-rated memory care facilities near Lake Forest, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 33 memory care facilities near Lake Forest, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Lake Forest, Illinois are Brookdale Northbrook, Encore at South Barrington and Clarendale of Algonquin. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 33 memory care facilities near you in Lake Forest, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Lake Forest, Illinois, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Lake Forest, Illinois, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.
The cost of memory care facilities in Lake Forest, Illinois ranges from $51 to $42521. The average Memory Care cost in Lake Forest, Illinois is $6,016. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Lake Forest, Illinois typically starts at $51. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.
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