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Assisted living costs in Cary average about $6,613 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 428 communities in Cary. Our detailed directory has 14554 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Arlington Heights, Barrington and St. Charles.

Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses. 

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I knew dementia care was going to be needed soon but came way sooner than I planned after mom had a fall. I was fortunate enough to find Parkview Gardens Dementia Care and couldn't be happier. Every single...
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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Jackson Park Supportive Living is its own community within itself. The residents acts as family helping each other when possible. The staff works greatly together, providing the best services possible for...
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.
The Jackson Park Supportive Living Facility was created to provide a safe, comfortable, and supportive living environment for individuals age 22-64 years old offering the highest level of service and expertise while maintaining the individual's independence.Our apartments are designed to provide...
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These reviews must be old. There is no RN on staff. When the RN left they replaced her with an CNA as manager. That being said, we can't say enough about the caring staff for our relative. They stop...
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.
Willowgreen Home is Frontida's newest community! Willowgreen is an Assisted Living setting for those who are unable to live alone, including the frail elderly and those with physical disabilities who need some assistance, but still want to maintain as much independence as possible. There are 20...
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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.
Smith Village Continuing Care Retirement Community - Chicago, IL Smith Village, one of two Smith Senior Living communities, located in Chicago, IL, in the Beverly neighborhood, is a Continuing Care Retirement Community that’s backed by the strength and experience of Smith Senior Living.Since...
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Most of the staff are nice and helpful. My dad complained about the food. I agreed with him. I remember when grandma was there and food was better. Overall my dad had good care and communicated well when...
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.
Rock Run Place offers memory care services to seniors in the Will County, Illinois area. Residents enjoy cultural events, natural attractions, shopping and dining options in Joliet, as well as in Chicago, just 45 miles from our residence.We take regular afternoon outings for shopping at Westfield...
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My mom has been here 3 months and it's so much friendlier and caring than where she was in Kenosha. Clean, staff are beyond nice.
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.
The Woods of Caledonia can offer a customized blend of independence and essential services to meet your individual needs. As a resident, you'll enjoy a cheerful, friendly atmosphere with programs and services that nurture body, mind and spirit. The Woods of Caledonia offers peace of mind, with a...
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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.
Welcome to San Gabriel Assisted Living, Rochelle, Ogle County, Illinois. San Gabriel continues the near 20-year Goldenoak tradition of providing outstanding assisted living services in an elegant, yet home-like environment. Our 46-unit apartment facility will offer the ideal senior living setting...
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The staff are very attentive. They answer questions readily and timely. The apartment sizes are large and roomy with an open concept. In the apt setting all amenities are the renter's responsibility.
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.
Regency — Muskego is conveniently located near the intersection of Racine Avenue and Woods Road. Situated on 32 scenic acres and offering a private 3 acre lake, patios, gazebo and woods lining the campus, we offer full-service senior living with continuing care for mature adults aged 55 and...
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I recommend Coles Supportive Living to relatives concerned about their loved ones well being. I went there as my last resort when really it should have been my first. One of the staff members by the name of...
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.
Coles Supportive Living has been selected by the Illinois Department of Aging as one of the few Senior Care Facilities to be included in the State of Illinois Supportive Living Program. Coles Supportive Living Facility strives to promote dignity and independence for Seniors where a state-of-the...
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Based on the experience we have had so far, we can say that we like the staff that work at Heritage of Muskego and it is a very pretty place for 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.
Heritage Muskego is a state-of-the-art 108-unit community on Janesville Road that offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, Enhanced Assisted Living and Memory Care, allowing residents to age in place as their health care needs change. Opened in 2018, Heritage Muskego’s high-end units come...
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Photo of Victory Centre of Roseland
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The facility is nice and convenient, overall. The residents and caretakers are pleasant and helpful. Management and meals/dining services needs improvement. Most days, the quality of the food is extremely...
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 Roseland 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 and...
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I haven't had any problems with this community. My mother is doing well since her mover here. I know she is safe, and in good hands. They have a very nice staff , and they are taking good care of her, and...
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.
Basic Services for our residents include a Private suite, Health Status Monitoring, Three Home Cooked Meals Daily, Snacks Upon Request, Routine Housekeeping and Laundry Services, 24-hour Security and Staff Availability, Emergency Call System in Each Unit, Health Promotion and Exercise Programs,...
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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 LivingOur longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Victory Centre of Joliet 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,...
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We picked Heritage Woods of Minooka, because it was close to our house, and offered financial assistance. I don't need to recommend it or not. Most people that go there don't have a choice because it's the...
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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Everything is fine, some bumps to smooth out initially but cleanliness, friendliness, food, and quality of care are all 5. Of '5' is perfection- nothing is perfect, but given the monumental needs and...
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.
Welcome to Franklin Place Memory Care!Franklin Place Memory Care brings together a compassionate team of professionals who are dedicated to person-centered care and providing residents with a high quality of life. We strive to protect, engage, and love people with memory loss.
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I have been very happy with this service. I liked that staff that was able to get me a caretaker for the needs for my mom. The care taken did not mind coming far for the assistance that we needed.The care...
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.
Our beautiful Memory Care residence in Whitewater, WI provides dignified, quality care for seniors who can no longer live alone because of dementia and other forms of memory loss. Our programs are designed to help those with cognitive needs providing a safe, nurturing and secure home environment....
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It's a nice, new place. The people are nice and it's close to where my mother lived anyway so she's still in the neighborhood. It's really clean because it's new and they keep up with it very well. They have...
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.
Creek Side Manor is a small, semi-private assisted living community nestled in the rural suburb of Oak Creek, Wisconsin, just outside of Milwaukee. Living so close to the vibrant city, residents have access to a wealth of cultural and historical avenues of entertainment. In addition, the area...
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I have no complaints about how things went for my mother while she was living at this community. The staff treated her just like family and where very attentive to all of her needs. I could have not asked...
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.
Creek Side Terrace is one of the highly-regarded Holiday retirement properties, located in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. We are proud to offer a full range of senior living amenities and a dignified and graceful living environment conveniently close to world-class medical facilities, shopping,...
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The director was professional and very helpful throughout the application process. Overall I'd give it a 5. The only suggestions I would make are the following: garden maintenance should be provided along...
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 South Chicago 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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We are very pleased so far with The Cornerstone of Oak Creek community. The staff is friendly and caring and attentive to her care needs. It has a very warm and homey atmosphere. There are not a lot of...
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.
Cornerstone of Oak Creek is a 36-apartment assisted-living residence that has been serving the Oak Creek, Wisconsin community for more than 20 years. Through the passionate pursuit of excellent care and superior service, we help make the your treasured years fulfilling, purposeful and enjoyable...
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Overall experience was good. Cleanliness is great. Friendliness is spectacular Quality of care is good, a couple of occurrences Food to be desired breakfast looked great Activities not sure saw two Value...
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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.
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5 for all. What we like the most about the community is the friendliness & quality of care. Yes, we would highly recommend Oak Park Place Burlington community to other families based on the experience.
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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Sunrise LP has many different size suites. Ours is smaller by choice, but still plenty of room. There are many activities and the staff works really hard to get the residents involved-there are daily movies,...
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.
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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This is a small home-like facility with 5 residents. Staff provides personalized and compassionate attention to individual needs. The activities help my aunt engage with things that she loves-- singing,...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Colfax Manor Assisted Living is a residential care home located in Chicago, IL, which is a famous part of Cook County. We are located only minutes from the Rainbow Park and Beach, which sits near the shores of Lake Michigan. The lake helps to create calming breezes and blue skies that make life...
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The first thought my husband and I thought, was how intimate and home like the place was. Everyone was introduced to us, very friendly and approachable. The place is smaller than all the other facilities we...
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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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Cost of assisted living in Cary, IL

The average cost of senior living in Cary is $6,613 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Belvidere, IL with an average of $6,140 per month.

Assisted living costs in Cary, IL, vs. state and national averages

Cary, IL
$6,613/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Cary, IL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,613/mo
$7,913/mo

Assisted living costs in Cary, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,753/mo
Studio
$5,213/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,139/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,955/mo

Senior living costs in Cary vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Cary, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCary, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$6,613/mo$6,329/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,913/mo$7,681/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,395/mo$3,342/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Cary, IL:$6,613/mo
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Cary, IL:$7,913/mo
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Cary, IL:$3,395/mo
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Cary, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Cary and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Cary, IL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Cary have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Cary, IL$5,949/mo$5,680/mo+4.7%
Illinois$5,730/mo$5,484/mo+4.5%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Cary, IL
2024 average cost:$5,949/mo
2023 average cost:$5,680/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$5,730/mo
2023 average cost:$5,484/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Cary, IL

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Cary.

What families are saying about assisted living in Cary

Recent reviews for assisted living in Cary

Cantata Adult Life Services a CCRC in Brookfield, IL

4.8
I recommend Cantata because they have a robust rehab gym staffed with professionals in physical therapy, occupational therapy, balance, speech/memory therapy. It is located on a quiet tree lined landscaped campus with onsite Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing and Independent Living. The staff ...
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Shepherd Premier Assisted Living 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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Heritage Woods of Belvidere

5.0
I am very content living at Heritage Woods. My apartment is very comfortable and convenient. The nurses and CNAs are very attentive and convenient. The food is good and I may also eat in my room if I so desire. There are activities every day. Also a small store 2 days a week.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Engaging and Varied Activities. Residents across several communities, such as StoryPoint Long Grove, Clarendale of Algonquin, and StoryPoint Crystal Lake, frequently comment on the enjoyable range of activities available, including live music performances, arts and crafts, and social gatherings.
Friendly and Attentive Staff. Numerous reviews mention the kindness and dedication of community staff members, as seen in comments for Cedar Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care, Clarendale of Algonquin, and The Oaks at Algonquin.
Delicious Meals and Dining Experiences. High-quality food is a common theme in community feedback, with residents at Clarendale of Algonquin, StoryPoint Long Grove, and Three Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care expressing appreciation for the tasteful and nutritious meals.
Comfortable and Clean Living Spaces. Many reviews mention the importance of having a clean and comfortable living environment. Residents of Clarendale of Algonquin, Eden Vista Barrington, and Evolve at Lake Zurich specifically praise their personal spaces.
Open Communication and Family Involvement. Families and loved ones play a significant role in the community experience. At Clarendale of Algonquin, Melody Living Lake in the Hills, and Magnolia Creek, open communication between staff and family members is frequently discussed.
Caring and Supportive Community Atmosphere. Several reviews highlight the sense of community and camaraderie among residents, as noted in feedback from Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Assisted Living, Clarendale of Algonquin, and Magnolia Creek.
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Cary review score based on 2,701 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 2701 reviews of 428 Cary assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Cary review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Cary review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Cary, IL428 facilities
8.2
Waukegan, IL448 facilities
7.5
Belvidere, IL45 facilities

Review subcategories for Cary assisted living

When assisted living 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 2,701 reviews of 428 Cary assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Cary resident and family assisted living 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.
Cary, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.4
Friendliness
3.8
3.5
Care services
3.4
3.2
Staff
3.6
3.4
Meals & dining
3.4
3.1
Activities
3.4
3.1
Value for cost*
3.4
3.1
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*Learn more about cost details

Cary assisted living services and amenities

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

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Cary that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Cary, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71.5%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.6%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.4%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80.6%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.9%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.8%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.6%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
72.2%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Cary assisted living

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 Cary Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cary, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69.4%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50.9%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
58.9%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.1%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cary assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Cary partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cary, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
47%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.1%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
51.6%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.6%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
27.6%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Cary assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Cary communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cary, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
59.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.1%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cary assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Cary offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cary, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
66.4%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.6%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
47.7%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.3%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
69.9%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
76.4%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.3%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
56.5%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.8%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
67.8%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
68.7%
48%
Dances
Dances
43.7%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.1%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
65.7%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Cary

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Illinois assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Cary protect seniors.
Learn about Illinois assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Three Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care, The Clare, a CCRC and Discovery Village Des Plaines are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Cary, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 428 assisted living facilities near Cary, Illinois. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Cary, Illinois are Discovery Village Des Plaines, The Timbers of Shorewood and Clarendale of Algonquin. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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