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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Sylvan Lake, IL
Memory care in Sylvan Lake 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 Sylvan Lake is about $5,951 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 36 communities, read 1308 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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My aunt invited me to their free Sinatra event last week, and it was an absolute blast! We had so much fun listening to "Sinatra" perform all his classic hits. My aunt and I enjoyed some of the best tri-tip...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
New Perspective Long Grove is a vibrant community with plenty to offer. Residents can be found soaking up the sun on the spacious patio, enjoying made-from-scratch meals in our dining room, or meeting friends for coffee at the cafe.We believe older adults deserve to live joyfully, affordably, and...
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21 reviews
Meals - it is hard to feed that many people at once. Occasionally, Mom says the food may be cold or tough but over all it is good. Overall experience - The staff is very helpful and pleasant. They can...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Dedicated to Good LivingPathway to Living’s longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Azpira Place of Lake Zurich community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one....
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8.2
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31 reviews
I would definitely tell them to take a look. Inquire about services. Have a meal there and ask to see a room and the activity schedule! There are monthly family night activities which my siblings and I have...
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.
Beyond the hum of the city, where old-growth trees and acres of pristine forest stretch out under wide-open skies, you can find a place where residents pursue aspirational living each day. Alto Grayslake is a new kind of senior living community in the historic small town of Grayslake, Illinois....
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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
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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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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
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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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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
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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...
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My mother seems to be doing very well since her move to The Garlands. At first, it was a bit tough on her, but she is slowly adjusting and enjoying the place. The staff has been great, they are more than...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
The Garlands is a unique community for people ages 55 and older that offers residents an uncompromising lifestyle in a resort setting with unprecedented amenities and services. The Garlands homes offer superb construction, thoughtful interior design and the finest quality. They feature large and...
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I love the welcoming, warm feeling that a smaller facility like this has to offer. The environment is very homey and warm. It feels very community and family-like. I think they're short-staffed...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Bickford isn’t just another senior living community. Our caregiver family is committed to ensuring that every resident lives their most fulfilling life. Here, your loved one will savor meals made from scratch, always have a dedicated caregiver by their side, and enjoy a vibrant social calendar. A...
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My friend has lived at Shepherd Premier Senior Living for 3 months. A small boutique center where she is well cared for. Private, clean rooms, attentive staff, meals prepared by staff. They respond to her...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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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We chose Waverly Inn because the quality of the services offered and the location is close to me as well. It is a smaller facility with only about 60 residents. The building is built in a circle so that...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
Waverly Inn Memory Care Community, a Koelsch Community, and family owned since 1958 is located in the Village of Arlington Heights.Along with excellence in care, Waverly Inn Memory Care Community will offer full meals, vibrant mental and physical activities 7 days a week, scheduled social outings...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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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My greatest regret about Wellshire is that we didn’t find it sooner. If my mother had been able to start her assisted living years in the arms of Wellshire, I believe that she would still be the bright...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Just a short ride north of Chicago, on 20 beautifully manicured acres in suburban Lincolnshire, is a one-of-a-kind skilled nursing residence renowned the world over. Owned and operated by a single family with over 80 years devoted to skilled nursing, The Wealshire is built and staffed from the...
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.
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.
Cost of memory care in Sylvan Lake, IL
The average cost of senior living in Sylvan Lake is $5,951 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Round Lake, IL with an average of $5,812 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Sylvan Lake, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Sylvan Lake, IL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about memory care in Sylvan Lake
Recent reviews for memory care in Sylvan Lake
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.
Churchill Place in Glen Ellyn, IL
5.0
Based on our experience I would recommend. So far everything has been very good no problems and everyone has been great and easy to work with.
Cedar Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care in Lake Zurich, IL
5.0
Mom moved to Cedar Lake about three months ago. Mom had lived in her own home for many years and was very reluctant to move out of her home even though she knew the time was coming. We talked with the staff at Cedar Lake for over a year about Mom moving there. The staff was very helpful to us ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Caring and compassionate staff. Residents and their families praise the friendly and dedicated nature of the staff at various communities. For instance, reviews for The Laurel at Vernon Hills mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at The Laurel at Vernon Hills, who were involved and communicative with famili ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Communities offer diverse activities aimed at keeping residents physically and mentally active. At Green Oaks Senior Living, residents enjoy daily activities like games, crafts, yoga, trivia, and even music and dance performances. The staff at The Laurel at Vernon Hills also initiates activi ...
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Well-maintained living spaces. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, such as the clean and organized rooms, well-lit buildings, and beautifully maintained gardens and outdoor areas. For instance, The Landing on Dundee Senior Living noted that the facility is always clean and smells clean, ...
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Quality, personalized care. Residents receive individualized attention and care based on their unique needs. At Clarendale of Algonquin, the staff was able to work with families to accommodate their specific requests and even adjusted pricing to meet their budget. The staff at The Laurel at Vernon Hills went above and ...
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Clear communication between staff and families. Transparent communication between staff and families allowed for peace of mind and understanding of care provided. At Green Oaks Senior Living, communication was described as terrific, with staff being responsive and willing to share information. Families at Ciel of Long Grove appreciated th ...
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Welcoming and homelike atmosphere. Families described communities as warm, inviting, and reminiscent of a home. For example, Encore at South Barrington praised the homelike atmosphere at Encore at South Barrington, while Cedar Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care found a kind, easy, accepting family atmosphere at Harbor House ...
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Sylvan Lake review score based on 271 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 271 reviews of 35 Sylvan Lake memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Sylvan Lake 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
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Review subcategories for Sylvan Lake 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 271 reviews of 35 Sylvan Lake memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Sylvan Lake 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.Sylvan Lake, 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
3.9
4.0
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.0
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Sylvan Lake memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sylvan Lake memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sylvan Lake, 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 Sylvan Lake 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 Sylvan Lake 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
80%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60%
48%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.1%
82.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
85.7%
71.8%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
62.9%
28.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.1%
89.6%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
68.6%
61.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
85.7%
72.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Sylvan Lake 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 Sylvan Lake Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
82.9%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
68.6%
45.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
68.6%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
34.3%
26.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Sylvan Lake 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 Sylvan Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
62.9%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
74.3%
44.2%
No sugar
No sugar
77.1%
41.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
68.6%
49.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Sylvan Lake 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 Sylvan Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
77.1%
31.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80%
39.6%
Room service
Room service
57.1%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.1%
22.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sylvan Lake 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 Sylvan Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
82.9%
45.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
65.7%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
68.6%
28.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
74.3%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
85.7%
51.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
88.6%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
74.3%
39.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
77.1%
34.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
77.1%
36.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
82.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
85.7%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
54.3%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
60%
21.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
46.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Northbrook, Encore at South Barrington and Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Assisted Living are the top-rated memory care facilities near Sylvan Lake, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 36 memory care facilities near Sylvan Lake, Illinois. See the full list.
The 36 memory care facilities near you in Sylvan Lake, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Sylvan Lake, 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 Sylvan Lake, 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 Sylvan Lake, Illinois ranges from $670 to $15938. The average Memory Care cost in Sylvan Lake, Illinois is $5,951. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Sylvan Lake, Illinois typically starts at $670. 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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