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Assisted living costs in Kishwaukee average about $5,711 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 160 communities in Kishwaukee. Our detailed directory has 2914 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Rockford, Belvidere and Roscoe.

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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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
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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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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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I’ve lived here since October 2016, on the Indepent side I moved from Missouri to be near my daughter in Mendota. The majority of residents ate from LaSalle and Lee counties in Illinois, andthey all are very...
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.
Mendota Retirement Community is an assisted living community located in Mendota, Illinois. Located minutes from the center of town, our assisted and independent living community provides easy access for families while providing a peaceful setting for our residents. You'll enjoy our beautiful...
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My grandma has been here for just over a year now. She is still moderately independent and able to clearly speak her mind. She enjoys the staff, feels safe and comfortable, loves the view from her room, 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.
At Vintage on the Ponds, we pride ourselves in giving the best care possible to our senior citizens. Located in Delavan, Wisconsin, this assisted living facility offers it's residents the independence they crave, with the support that they need. Our trained staff is always available to offer...
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: 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.
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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
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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.
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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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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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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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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It has been a good experience for us here at this community. They are caring for my relative very well. The community is nice and clean. The staff is good, they are helpful and kind. . Everything is working...
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.
Shepherd Premier Assisted Living of Elkhorn is dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of today's elderly by offering assisted living in a small, personalized home setting and an integrated approach to health care. Community is integral to the success of Shepherd Premier Assisted Living of...
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Words are powerless to express my feelings about Arbor Village of Geneva Crossing. The facility is beautiful inside and out with a court yard, beautiful dining room, party room and much more. There are many...
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.
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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.
Photo of Village Glen Of Geneva Crossing
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, 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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My 94 year old father-in-law, [name removed], lived in assisted living at Ridgestone Terrace (Elkhorn) for 2 years. I visited every assisted living facility within a 50 mile radius and chose Ridgestone. 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.
RidgeStone Terrace Assisted Living is a Residential Care Apartment Complex, located in Elkhorn, Wisconsin offering up to 28 hours of service per week to each resident with their activities of daily living in a beautiful homelike setting.  Assistance is based on each resident's...
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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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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 Kishwaukee, IL

The average cost of senior living in Kishwaukee is $5,711 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include German Valley, IL with an average of $5,507 per month.

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

Kishwaukee, IL
$5,711/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,711/mo

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

Studio
$4,855/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,523/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,531/mo

Senior living costs in Kishwaukee 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: Kishwaukee, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeKishwaukee, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$5,711/mo$6,329/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Careunavailable$7,681/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,067/mo$3,342/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Kishwaukee, IL:$5,711/mo
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Kishwaukee, IL:unavailable
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Kishwaukee, IL:$3,067/mo
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Kishwaukee, 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 Kishwaukee.

What families are saying about assisted living in Kishwaukee

Recent reviews for assisted living in Kishwaukee

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.

Heritage Woods of McHenry

4.5
The community is neat and clean and the staff is very helpful and friendly. I would like to see an improvement with the food, it is the only thing my loved one does not like. I would recommend this community to others based on my experience.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Caring and attentive staff. Several reviews praise the kindness and dedication of the staff at various communities, including Grand Regency of Rockford, Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care, and Heritage Woods of Huntley, who go above and beyond to ensure residents' well-being and happiness.
Comfortable and homelike atmosphere. Many residents express appreciation for the warm and welcoming environment at their communities, such as Brighton Gardens of St. Charles, Clarendale of Algonquin, and Melody Living Lake in the Hills, where the facilities feel more like a home than an institution and residents are encourage ...
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Individually catered care plans. Residents and their families often mention the importance of personalized care plans, with communities like Grand Victorian of Crystal Lake and Cedarhurst of McHenry offering tailored services to accommodate unique needs and preferences.
Engaging and diverse activities. Communities such as Burr Oak Manor, Three Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care, and TLC Living Community offer a variety of activities and events designed to foster social interaction and encourage resident involvement, from arts and crafts to movie nights and outings.
Thoughtful and accommodating management. Family members and residents alike appreciate the responsiveness and attentiveness of community managers, including those at The Heights at Evansville Manor, The Oaks at Algonquin, and Bickford of St. Charles, who are always available to answer questions and address concerns.
Welcoming and inclusive environment. Reviews frequently mention the sense of community and belonging at various facilities, such as StoryPoint Crystal Lake, Melody Living Lake in the Hills, and Heritage Woods of Huntley, where residents and staff work together to create a supportive and inclusive living environment.
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Kishwaukee review score based on 488 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 488 reviews of 144 Kishwaukee assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Kishwaukee 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

Kishwaukee review score compared against nearby cities

8.3
Kishwaukee, IL144 facilities
7.8
Rockford, IL0 facilities
8.0
Dixon, IL0 facilities

Review subcategories for Kishwaukee 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 488 reviews of 144 Kishwaukee assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Kishwaukee 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.
Kishwaukee, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
3.6
Friendliness
3.8
3.6
Care services
3.5
3.3
Staff
3.7
3.5
Meals & dining
3.4
3.2
Activities
3.4
3.2
Value for cost*
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3.3
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Kishwaukee assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kishwaukee assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kishwaukee, 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 Kishwaukee 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 Kishwaukee that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Kishwaukee, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
58.3%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
36.1%
34.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.1%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.6%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
68.8%
57.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
24.3%
30.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.5%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
54.2%
47.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.1%
52.9%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Kishwaukee 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 Kishwaukee Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Kishwaukee, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
61.1%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.9%
33.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.4%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kishwaukee 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 Kishwaukee partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kishwaukee, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.4%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.8%
41.8%
No sugar
No sugar
31.3%
38.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.6%
37.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Kishwaukee 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 Kishwaukee communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kishwaukee, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
29.2%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.1%
43.2%
Room service
Room service
29.2%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kishwaukee 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 Kishwaukee offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Kishwaukee, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
51.4%
47.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.4%
31.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.6%
31.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
50.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.2%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.1%
42.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.1%
36.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34%
38.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.5%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
54.2%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
29.9%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
25.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.7%
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State regulations for assisted living in Kishwaukee

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