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Bickford felt like home from the first visit. Supportive staff, very clean and modern looking, lots of activities throughout the day, although my mom was not a big eater the food looked and smelled...
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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I would say worth the money, if you take advantage of full range of services. Very responsive staff - nice facility.
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...
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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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This is the place to go for a community for your loved one. The meals are gourmet and as much as the residents want, and the meals are served in a beautiful dining room. The community has lots of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Arbor Terrace Highland Park is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle and experience greater well-being. The community offers spacious studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, most with a kitchenette. Residents enjoy amenities including...
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I looked at many care facilities before choosing one for my mother's. I have never regretted my decision. My mother is well taken care of and very happy at Bethany. Daniel keeps the family well informed on...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
We at Bethany Assisted Living, are a residential home who welcomes all those who need a home of care.Our staff is professional and honest to those who need a warm, secure, and loving environment to dwell in.Our newly remodeled home is filled with all the furnishings inside and outside.We will be...
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I am very happy and pleased with this facility so far. All of the staff members have been so helpful and very accommodating. I really like the director and she was amazing in getting my cousin set up 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.
The Montclare Supportive Living Community is the choice for an affordable assisted lifestyle community in the Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago. Welcome to a gracious, affordable assisted lifestyle in your community. At the Montclare, you’ll enjoy friendly neighbors to share common life...
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if you are looking for an assisted living/memory care unit for a loved one to receive Quality Loving care? Stop Looking! You have found it, it's Maya's Villa in McHenry, Illinois. While my wife was there,...
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.
Maya’s Villa has been completely renovated into a seven-bedroom haven (each with a private bath) that offers several large living spaces and nooks that are perfect for reading, working on puzzles or chatting with family and friends. Maya’s Villa has an expansive front yard that sets this home...
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The community at The Montclare is good, they have rides to the stores they have food plates at a low price and my mother managed to get a helper there.
Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Montclare Senior Residences would like to invite you to visit our upscale Senior Apartment community for qualified residents ages 55 or better. Located two blocks east of Oak Park Avenue and two blocks south of Fullerton/Grand Avenue in Chicago. The Montclare Senior Residences will change...
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We Could Not Of Done This Emotional Rollercoaster Of Emotions Without Every Staff Currently And Not Currently. [name removed] You Are A Godsend And Truely Amazing And I Can Honestly Say Your Heart Of Gold...
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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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.
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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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We have had a great experience so far. I can tell that my mom is very happy and really thriving here. They encourage her to participate in activities and I really like that. I would definitely recommend to...
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.
Lincolnshire Place Lincolnshire Place is an assisted living community that specializes in the art of making seniors feel at home while providing expert dementia care in Sycamore, DeKalb County, Illinois. Located in northern Illinois, Sycamore is home to the Sycamore Pumpkin Festival, an annual...
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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.
Prairie Crossing Supportive Living offers an innovative approach to assisted living housing for seniors ages 65 and older of all income levels. Our community combines apartment-style home with personal care, and the availability of 24 hour support staff. We understand how important it is for our...
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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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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.
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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.
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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: 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 mother had Alzheimer's. She stayed at The Vines. First I should say that the owners are personal friends of mine for over 40 years. But don't write off my review. The owners are not some big...
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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Very happy with this facility. It's next over to their assisted living facility so I am next door to my husband who is there. Their programs are wonderful.
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.
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.
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My loved one was previously a resident at Tabor Hills and overall her experience at this facility was good. She had a large living area and the cost was less than several other facilities in the area.
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.
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Windsor Park Rehab is the best facility by far, staff is so genuinely caring and their team is always available to speak to family at all times, always keeping you updated on your loved ones. Will highly...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, 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.
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.
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.
A nationally accredited lifecare retirement community set on an impeccably manicured 60-acre campus, Windsor Park Manor offers the tranquility and charm of a country home. We offer the largest variety of retirement lifestyles and services in Chicago’s western suburbs— a residential style for...
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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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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.

Cost of assisted living in Cortland, IL

The average cost of senior living in Cortland is $5,857 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lee, IL with an average of $4,576 per month.

Assisted living costs in Cortland, IL, vs. nearby cities

Cortland, IL
$5,857/mo
$5,800/mo

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

Cortland, IL
$5,857/mo
U.S. national average
$4,718/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,857/mo
$5,910/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,918/mo
Studio
$6,113/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,356/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,742/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,678/mo

Senior living costs in Cortland 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: Cortland, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCortland, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$5,857/mo$5,408/mo$4,718/mo
Memory Care$5,910/mo$5,429/mo$4,972/mo
Independent Living$4,091/mo$4,487/mo$4,176/mo
Assisted Living
Cortland, IL:$5,857/mo
Illinois:$5,408/mo
U.S.:$4,718/mo
Memory Care
Cortland, IL:$5,910/mo
Illinois:$5,429/mo
U.S.:$4,972/mo
Independent Living
Cortland, IL:$4,091/mo
Illinois:$4,487/mo
U.S.:$4,176/mo
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Assisted living costs in Cortland, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Cortland 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 Cortland, IL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Cortland 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 median 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
Cortland, IL$5,754/mo$5,551/mo+3.7%
Illinois$5,633/mo$5,386/mo+4.6%
National$5,368/mo$5,120/mo+4.8%
Cortland, IL
2024 average cost:$5,754/mo
2023 average cost:$5,551/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$5,633/mo
2023 average cost:$5,386/mo
Percent change:+4.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,368/mo
2023 average cost:$5,120/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Cortland, 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 Cortland.

What families are saying about assisted living in Cortland

Recent reviews for assisted living in Cortland

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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Bickford of Crystal Lake

5.0
Our experience with Bickford of Crystal Lake has been so positive! Our Aunt is 100% satisfied with the amazing care, friendly staff, and wonderful services provided by Bickford. The caring staff regularly communicates with us and assists us in any way needed. Thank you for making this ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Personalized care and attention. Residents and families consistently express their appreciation for the personalized care and attention provided at various communities. For example, at HarborChase of Naperville, staff members remember residents' names and preferences, ensuring a warm and welcoming environment. At StoryPoint ...
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Engaging activities for socialization. Many communities offer a range of engaging activities designed to encourage socialization among residents. At North Shore Place, residents participate in numerous activities throughout the day, with some residents praising the opportunity to meet new friends and stay active. At Palos Heights ...
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Delicious and varied dining experiences. Meals are a highlight for many residents, with several communities offering delicious and varied dining options. At The Cottages of Fox Lake, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, ensuring mealtimes are enjoyable for all. At StoryPoint Libertyville, residents ...
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Beautiful and well-maintained living spaces. Residents enjoy living in clean, beautiful, and well-maintained spaces. At Sunrise of Willowbrook, the facility is efficiently run and the living areas are kept spotless. At Eden Vista Hoffman Estates, the outdoor spaces offer a peaceful retreat for relaxation and enjoyment.
Thoughtful communication between families and staff. Clear and effective communication between families and staff is essential for ensuring peace of mind and addressing care needs. At TLC Living Community, staff members are responsive and keep families informed, making it easier for loved ones to visit and feel connected. At Green Oaks Senior L ...
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Access to essential services and amenities. Convenient access to essential services and amenities is important for maintaining quality of life. At Plum Creek Chicago, residents appreciate the proximity to shopping, dining, and medical facilities. At The Landings Senior Living, the community offers on-site amenities, including a librar ...
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Cortland review score based on 2,504 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 2504 reviews of 311 Cortland assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Cortland 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

Cortland review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Cortland, IL311 facilities
8.4
DeKalb, IL308 facilities
8.8
Maple Park, IL10 facilities

Review subcategories for Cortland 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 2,504 reviews of 311 Cortland assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Cortland 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.
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Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Care services
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Staff
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Meals & dining
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Cortland assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cortland assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cortland, 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 Cortland 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 Cortland 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
73.2%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60.6%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.5%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.1%
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*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
83.5%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
42.3%
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Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.1%
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Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Cortland 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 Cortland Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
73.9%
51.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
56.8%
32.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
62.6%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cortland 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 Cortland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cortland, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
54.5%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.6%
41%
No sugar
No sugar
57.4%
37.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
56.1%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Cortland 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 Cortland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
57.1%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.5%
42.4%
Room service
Room service
50.6%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.5%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cortland 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 Cortland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
74.2%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
56.1%
31.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
55.5%
30.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
76.5%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
76.1%
49.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
81.9%
52.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.1%
41.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
64.8%
35.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.2%
38.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75.8%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
75.5%
47%
Dances
Dances
50%
30.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.3%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
73.2%
46.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Cortland

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 Cortland protect seniors.
Learn about Illinois assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Inspirations of Northbrook, Discovery Village Des Plaines and Encore Village of Schaumburg, a CCRC are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Cortland, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 333 assisted living facilities near Cortland, Illinois. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Cortland, Illinois are Inspirations of Northbrook, Discovery Village Des Plaines and The Timbers of Shorewood. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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