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Assisted living costs in Harlem average about $5,604 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 195 communities in Harlem. Our detailed directory has 4122 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Rockford, Belvidere and Janesville.

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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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.
Wellington Place at Fort Atkinson is a friendly assisted living community with a legacy of excellence in senior care. Independence and quality of life a are always promoted and caring, professional staff are nearby to help with activities of daily living, ensuring the comfort and safety of our...
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My mother moved to Harmony 4 months ago. Teresa has gotten her involved with Bingo, word game, balloon volleyball and even some sit and be fit. This has been great for my mother. She walks to all meals and...
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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.
Stoughton Meadows Assisted Living is located in its namesake city of Stoughton, which can be found in Dane County, Wisconsin. Located right by the Yahara River, Stoughton takes pride in its strong Norwegian heritage, and love of the arts. Visiting loved ones can explore the many historical...
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We of course, would like the cost a little less, but we understand that is the way things are these days. I would suggest them to check out Kettle Park. Our first year at Kettle Park we've been very pleased.
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.
Welcome to Kettle Park Senior LivingYou will experience the comfort and convenience of home with state of the art amenities and individualized services that are available to meet your lifestyle needs. We offer Independent Plus, Assisted Living and Memory Care services.The Norwegian heritage of...
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Overall it has been pretty good experience so far. Only issues we have had is with the food and activities. On the food, the menu items are unusual sometimes and it is just not that great. They have not...
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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My Mothers been there just about 10 Months now, and the facility is wonderful I come in to visit 3 times a week and my mother is always doing something, the activities that are arranged are always going...
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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.
White Oaks at Heritage Woods of South Elgin is a memory care community in the greater Chicago area serving seniors with dementia, including Alzheimer’s. Our services are designed to meet the needs of people living with all stages of dementia so we can provide each one the personalized care they...
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I would recommend to others for short term stay if they were mobile. My MIL fell out of bed because they couldn't use the side rail and the bed was high. They were very good with her and took good care of...
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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.
Overview of Autumn Leaves of St. Charles, IL At Autumn Leaves of St. Charles, we provide a variety of community amenities. Our purpose-built community offers the benefit of individualized care; every aspect of the community is designed to cater to the particular needs of its residents. Dining...
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It was also recommended by a couple of the patients families that were already there. Amazing people there at Beehive. We looked at 4 places for dad. Beehive was chosen due to newer facility, proximity to my...
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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The facility is very nice inside and out. The owners and staff are kind patient and helpful with the residents and visiting family. They all are well trained and genuinely caring people. It is very...
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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.
“It is a family corporation that we are proud to be a part of and are extremely excited to build our own BeeHive family in the Village of Oregon.”BeeHive Homes of Oregon is a 16-unit specialized memory care facility that resembles and feels like a residential home. Residents and families can feel...
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This is an incredible facility. The care received here is the best. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. A very calming place to be.
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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.
For residents who cherish their independence but also need assistance with daily activities, Our House Senior Living Cambridge Assisted Care is the optimal lifestyle choice for assisted care. We provide a comfortable, caring and family-like atmosphere with three home-cooked meals a day (plus...
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I am a PT and have worked in many care facilities in my career. Never before have I experienced the level of care and concern for a resident as I did with my Mom. Always pleasant, always professional and...
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.
Our beautiful Cambridge Assisted Living Facility is crafted in warm earthy colors in a beautiful Prairie style charm. This location has unique features like an on-site chef, in-house beauty salon, remote patient monitoring and security system, and the latest in assisted living technology.Home...
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This community was a life saver for my loved one. They are fantastic at this community. It is expensive but I couldn't rate them any higher. I feel like this place saved my loved one. They were so kind 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.
Projected to welcome residents in late 2018, the Silverado St. Charles Memory Care Community will serve will serve 90 residents, fulfilling the care needs of those living with Alzheimer’s disease and other memory-impairing conditions in St. Charles and surrounding communities.The single-story...
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The staff is kind and respectful at Sunset Ridge Memory Care. The housekeeper takes pride in her work and likes talking with the residents. Communication with our family has been great. We requested a care...
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.
Sunset Ridge Memory Care is an assisted living community located in the lovely city of Jefferson, Jefferson County, Wisconsin. Jefferson is located right along the meeting point of the Crawfish and Rock Rivers. This lends to amazing and breathtaking scenery and numerous recreational...
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I've had several relatives and a couple of close friends stay at Sylvan Crossings over the last 25 years, most recently my Mom. Sylvan took great care of all of them. The staff were very caring people, the...
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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.
We see in each individual their grand potential to live a life of self-respect and integrity. We also strive to lessen your worry as we provide compassionate skilled care that brings a spirit of independence into the life of your loved one. Our priority is to provide the highest level of care...
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From what I have seen, most meals are processed/prepared foods. I would like to see maybe a few healthier meals. Also, the rates just went up significantly. I realize that inflation has hit everyone, but a...
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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Victory Centre of Bartlett has been amazing. The care that our mother is receiving is more than we could ask for. Everyone that we've worked with has been very kind and compassionate. They really made this...
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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 Bartlett 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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Our mother has been living at Oak Hill for 2 years and we are very happy with the care she receives. The staff is very attentive and friendly with her and us. The residents are all very friendly and...
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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 Oak Hill Supportive Living 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...
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She's been there a week and is doing so much better. She is back to herself before she was admitted she has Alzheimer's, but she still can hold a decent conversation even if she may not know who you are or...
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.
At Chapters Living of Northwest Chicago, we recognize it’s a privilege to serve as a dedicated support system for our residents. With a deep commitment to personalized care, our compassionate teams strive to create tailored experiences for our residents, ensuring their individual needs are met....
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It's a nice home-like setting as opposed to a large facility. The owner and all of the staff are very friendly and welcoming. I am very happy overall with what they have to offer and all of their services.
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.
At Deerfield Place Assisted Living Comfort, Dignity and Quality is our promise to you. As a premier eight bedroom, nine bed, assisted living facility we offer the best care to all residents in our home at affordable rates. We take pride in providing an enriching environment for all so they can...
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McFarland Villa is a really great place. The staff were all very nice and accommodating, and they put up with my loved one. He did not want to live this far away from his friends so he moved. I would...
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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.
At McFarland Villa Assisted Living, we strive to provide each of our residents a caring, nurturing environment with dignified and respectful services at a special place that they are proud to call 'home'. We understand there is no greater comfort in life than being around people who care. Our...
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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
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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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The facility is very clean, and has several activities for the residents. The room size is ample for what a resident would need.
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.
Here at Jefferson Memory Care, we strive to strengthen your loved ones physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Our activities department goes above and beyond, incorporating purposeful activities to help our residents feel productive and involved. Our residents can enjoy their daily routines...
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My mother was a resident at Lincolnshire for three months . The facility has a terrific director that is active in all phases of operation. She insures a safe, clean & loving environment for your loved one....
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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.
Lincolnshire Place Lincolnshire Place in Loves Park, Winnebago County, Illinois is a multi-faceted assisted living community with a complete love of sports. Loves Park is a wonderful small town with a family oriented atmosphere. It is a typical suburb but still a very quaint place to settle down...
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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.
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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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There were lots of nurses on staff but it was costing a lot of money. There were so many people that if my dad was in the sitting area it would be wall to wall people so that you couldn't hardly get 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.
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 assisted living in Harlem, IL

The average cost of senior living in Harlem is $5,604 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Davis, IL with an average of $5,507 per month.

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

Harlem, IL
$5,604/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
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$6,304/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,099/mo
Studio
$4,697/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,216/mo
2 Bedroom
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Senior living costs in Harlem 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: Harlem, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHarlem, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$5,604/mo$6,329/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,304/mo$7,681/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,489/mo$3,342/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Harlem, IL:$5,604/mo
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Harlem, IL:$6,304/mo
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Harlem, IL:$3,489/mo
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Harlem, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Harlem 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.

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Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Harlem, IL$5,637/mo$5,283/mo+6.7%
Illinois$5,730/mo$5,484/mo+4.5%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Harlem, IL
2024 average cost:$5,637/mo
2023 average cost:$5,283/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
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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 Harlem, IL

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What families are saying about assisted living in Harlem

Recent reviews for assisted living in Harlem

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.

Milestone Senior Living Stoughton

4.0
The staff that is there are wonderful, they have done a great job given the circumstances but there is a high turnover rate outside of the day to day staff. The director is trying her best, but communication with the staff and families has started to lack. The life enrichment coordinator is ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Life-saving care for senior residents. Several reviews from Charter Senior Living of Rockford highlight how Charter Community saved a resident's life by accepting them despite initial rejections and providing excellent care that improved their health and independence. Residents and their families express deep gratitude towards the ...
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Engaging activities for mental stimulation. Residents at various communities, such as Morning Star Village, enjoy a range of activities, including musical performances, presentations on artistic subjects, and social events, which help keep their minds active and engaged. Many families appreciate the thoughtful organization of activities ...
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Caring and responsive staff. Reviews for TLC Living Community and Grand Victorian of Rockford emphasize the kindness and attentiveness of the staff, who go above and beyond to ensure residents receive proper care and support. Families value the open communication with staff members and appreciate their dedication to the ...
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Varied menu options and dietary accommodations. Communities like Morning Star Village and Trustwell Living at Cherryvale Place provide residents with nutritious and tasty meals, often accommodating dietary restrictions and individual preferences. Families express satisfaction with the quality of the food and the flexibility of the menu.
Thoughtfully designed living spaces. A number of reviews comment on the cleanliness and comfort of the living spaces at communities such as TLC Living Community and Grand Regency of Rockford. Residents and families appreciate the well-maintained apartments and common areas, which contribute to a warm and welcoming environment.
Friendly and supportive community atmosphere. Reviews from Grand Victorian of Rockford and Charter Senior Living of Rockford describe the camaraderie among residents, who enjoy socializing and making new friends. Families mention the sense of community and the friendly nature of the residents, which helps create a positive and uplifting ...
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Harlem review score based on 756 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 756 reviews of 195 Harlem assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Harlem 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

Harlem review score compared against nearby cities

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7.5
Belvidere, IL45 facilities
8.4
Rochelle, IL145 facilities

Review subcategories for Harlem 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 756 reviews of 195 Harlem assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Harlem 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.
Harlem, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
3.4
Friendliness
3.9
3.5
Care services
3.6
3.2
Staff
3.8
3.4
Meals & dining
3.5
3.1
Activities
3.6
3.1
Value for cost*
3.6
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Harlem assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Harlem assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Harlem, 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 Harlem 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 Harlem that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Harlem, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
62.6%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.8%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.8%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.5%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.8%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.2%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.4%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
59.5%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.3%
53%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Harlem 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 Harlem Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Harlem, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
65.1%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40.5%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
55.4%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25.1%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Harlem 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 Harlem partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Harlem, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
30.8%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.4%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
35.4%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.9%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.4%
19.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Harlem 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 Harlem communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Harlem, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.7%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
30.3%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19%
18.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Harlem 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 Harlem offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Harlem, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
48.7%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.4%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.3%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.6%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.8%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.1%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.6%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.4%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.9%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.3%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
53.8%
48%
Dances
Dances
29.2%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.5%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.2%
47.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in Harlem

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Clarendale of Algonquin, Cedar Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care and Arden Courts Geneva, A Memory Care Community are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Harlem, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 195 assisted living facilities near Harlem, Illinois. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Harlem, Illinois are Clarendale of Algonquin, Cedar Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care and The Auberge at Lake Zurich. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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