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10 Best Nursing Homes in North Shore, IL

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North Shore is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 31 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in North Shore, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in North Shore is about $6,101, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 1011 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Salem Lakes, Prospect Heights and Mount Prospect.

Nursing Homes Facilities near North Shore, IL

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3.0
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3.0
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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.
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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.
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Cost of nursing homes in North Shore, IL

The average cost of senior living in North Shore is $6,101 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Greenwood, IL with an average of $5,604 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in North Shore, IL vs. nearby cities

North Shore, IL
$6,101/mo
$6,075/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in North Shore, IL vs. the state and national average

North Shore, IL
$6,101/mo
U.S. national average
$4,905/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in North Shore vs. other types of senior living

$6,132/mo
Nursing Homes
$6,101/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in North Shore, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$5,697/mo
Studio
$5,767/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,014/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,024/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in North Shore over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in North Shore

Recent reviews for nursing homes in North Shore

Shepherd of Harvard

5.0
I am very happy with the care that my mother is getting at this very nice and home feeling community. The staff is wonderful and very attentive. I like that the community is clean. <y mother is really liking the activities and she likes what is offered. We would highly recommend this small ...
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Bella Terra Bloomingdale

4.6
Excellent caring staff. The food was always hot and fresh. Excellent chef as all of the food is made right there on premises. The nurses and aides were very caring and attentive to our needs. Great therapy team. The facility is immaculate I would highly recommend this facility

Victory Centre of Elk Grove in Elk Grove Village, IL

5.0
My brother lives in Victory Centre of Elk Grove Village, IL. I visit him frequently and I have found it to be Clean, Friendly and warm. The Staff from Administration to Nursing, Dining, and Maintence are all warm and caring, they know the residents' names, are respectful and always willing ...
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North Shore nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Shore nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Shore, 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 North Shore nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in North Shore that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
North Shore, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
67.9%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60.7%
9.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.4%
23.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.4%
23.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
85.7%
10.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.9%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.4%
19.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.3%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
67.9%
17.7%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in North Shore nursing homes

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 North Shore Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
North Shore, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75%
3.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
67.9%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
67.9%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
28.6%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in North Shore nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of North Shore partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North Shore, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
46.4%
3.6%
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Availability of select dining options in North Shore nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of North Shore communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Shore, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
64.3%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
67.9%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
53.6%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.4%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Shore nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in North Shore offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
North Shore, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
71.4%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
46.4%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
53.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
82.1%
6.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.4%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.6%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
71.4%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
53.6%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
67.9%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Clarendale of Algonquin, The Cottages of Fox Lake and Encore at South Barrington are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near North Shore, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 31 nursing homes facilities near North Shore, Illinois. See the full list.

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