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10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Waukegan, IL
Memory care in Waukegan 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 Waukegan is about $5,808 per month. To find the best memory care options for your needs and budget, browse the 15 communities, read 490 reviews of families’ experiences, and learn about available services and amenities.
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9.3
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141 reviews
Mom’s move here is 3 months fresh so she’s still finding new joys in her daily living. Staff has been quite helpful getting her settled. I always see them smiling which is much appreciated. Her room 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.
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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9.2
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83 reviews
This facility is truly beautiful. Every single person has been nothing but nice with a happy positive attitude. Of all the places we toured Green Oaks has a wonderful blend of active independent retirees...
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...
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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9.6
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64 reviews
What we like the most about Sunrise of Gurnee is that it is a smaller family type atmosphere and we would absolutely 100% recommend this community to other families. They are the best.
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.
Sunrise of Gurnee has been established in the Gurnee community for providing exceptional care for seniors since 2002. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise of Gurnee affords families peace of mind by providing their loved ones with a range of personalized care services as well as the...
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8.9
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7 reviews
Assisted Living allows cats, Memory Care does not. Staff is very friendly, management as well. They genuinely care about residents. Food is acceptable, rooms are nice. Staff turnover is to be expected...
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.
About UsLocally-owned and expertly-operated, Galloway Senior Living is one-of-a-kind. Nestled in the charming village of Wadsworth, Illinois, we offer a perfect blend of tranquility and accessibility. Our community is situated within a peaceful residential area near the shores of Lake Michigan,...
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8.7
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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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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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8.2
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22 reviews
My loved one is currently a resident at Gurnee Place Memory Care and everything about his experience at this facility has been great so far. The cleanliness and friendliness are great. The staff, care...
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.
Family-owned and —operated Autumn Leaves of Gurnee, Illinois, is proud to provide exceptional assisted living memory care that truly makes a difference in our resident's lives. Our exclusive focus is on providing the best, research-based assisted living memory care for people with Alzheimer's or...
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8.0
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16 reviews
What we love about The Village at Victory Lakes is the staff team - they are so friendly, workable and were very understanding of our families situation. During the beginning transitions and while we were...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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 Village at Victory Lakes, located in Lindenhurst, Illinois on a 38-acre campus with a picturesque, lush prairie setting, offers an active, enriching lifestyle with everything you need now and in the future, including: *Independent Living *Assisted Living *Skilled Nursing Care and...
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6.0
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17 reviews
She likes living in her apartment at heritage Woods. The staff helps my mom every day. She is grateful for the nursing staff as they help her when she needs it. She has adjusted quite well to not living on...
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.
The Heritage Woods of Gurnee assisted living facility is located in the gorgeous city of Gurnee, IL. For many years now, this city has been known for its astonishing natural beauty located near the banks of the Des Plaines River. There are also a number of places where residents can shop and dine...
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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
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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There has been staff transitions that have made billing/care more difficult to manage recently. I'm hopeful that once settled things will be back to normal. I would like to mention that [name removed] the...
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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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
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.
You have spent a lifetime helping others and now it's time to do something special just for you. Barton Senior Residences of Zion gives you the time and opportunity to start enjoying senior living. Located on over 3 1/2 acres near Illinois Beach State Park ,Barton Senior Residences offers a...
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Cost of memory care in Waukegan, IL
The average cost of senior living in Waukegan is $5,808 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Winthrop Harbor, IL with an average of $5,399 per month.
Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Waukegan, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Waukegan, IL vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Waukegan, IL by room type
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Average cost of Memory Care in Waukegan over time
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What families are saying about memory care in Waukegan
Recent reviews for memory care in Waukegan
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.
Casa del Mare Memory Care in Kenosha, WI
5.0
This is a fantastic community, my father is doing well here. He loves the place and we are satisfied. A place for mom was amazing with all they help they provided. My sister says they are providing him with great care. We are pleased with everything they have done for us.
Emerald Place in Glenview, IL
5.0
Their activities director [name removed] was outstanding, as well as their custodial and support staff team. Truly, but the cost at the time seemed high
Waukegan review score based on 130 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 130 reviews of 15 Waukegan memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Waukegan 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
Waukegan review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Waukegan 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 130 reviews of 15 Waukegan memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Waukegan 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.Waukegan, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.4
Friendliness
4.7
4.5
Care services
3.7
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.3
4.0
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Waukegan memory care services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waukegan memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waukegan, 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 Waukegan 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 Waukegan 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
73.3%
65.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
48.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
82.3%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
98.8%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
93.3%
71.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
60%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
89.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
73.3%
61.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
80%
72.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Waukegan 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 Waukegan Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Waukegan, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
73.3%
74%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
66.7%
46%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
73.3%
70.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
26.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Waukegan 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 Waukegan 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
33.3%
27.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
44.4%
No sugar
No sugar
73.3%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.3%
50.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
18.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Waukegan 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 Waukegan communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
73.3%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
39.8%
Room service
Room service
66.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
23%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waukegan 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 Waukegan offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Waukegan, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
73.3%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
66.7%
33.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
66.7%
28.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
86.7%
54.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
86.7%
51.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
93.3%
60.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
73.3%
39.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
73.3%
34.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
73.3%
36.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
86.7%
47.6%
Dances
Dances
40%
31.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
60%
22%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Northbrook, Brookdale Des Plaines and Sunrise of Crystal Lake are the top-rated memory care facilities near Waukegan, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 15 memory care facilities near Waukegan, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facilities near you in Waukegan, Illinois are Brookdale Northbrook, Brookdale Des Plaines and Sunrise of Crystal Lake. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
The 15 memory care facilities near you in Waukegan, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Waukegan, 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 Waukegan, 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 Waukegan, Illinois ranges from $440 to $15938. The average Memory Care cost in Waukegan, Illinois is $5,808. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more.
The cost of memory care in Waukegan, Illinois typically starts at $440. 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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