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My aunt was there for 4 years before passing. Best 4 years of her life. She loved the workers as much as they did her. I had a nice Thanksgiving dinner that they planned fore she passed and I'll always...
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.
Transforming the Culture of Memory CareProviding compassionate care begins with a secure, warm setting. When people with memory loss feel at home, they respond more positively and interact more with others.Our relationship-based care philosophy called MOSAIC recognizes each person is an...
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We picked this community because, it's close to home and they could have their own apartment and still receive care. They keep me well informed,contact doctors for you, and they have transportaion to...
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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We are quite pleased with them so far. The paperwork is fairly intimidating, but their intake manager,[name removed], guided me step by step through it. She was patient and kind and explained every step....
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.
Heritage Woods of Belvidere is the only Assisted Lifestyle Community in Boone County, Illinois. Our emphasis is on maintaining health, wellness, dignity and independence. We encourage our residents to be as independent as possible but provide assistance in areas that are needed. We opened on...
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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...
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.
Rates vary between $4,500 and $6,000 per month depending on room configuration (Private of Semi-Private) and the resident's individual care needs, which are determined upon initial assessment. This 160 year old, 7,700 square foot Victorian home is one of the oldest buildings in Harvard, and after...
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My relative moved from Fair Oaks to the Memory Care unit at Cedarhurst Woodstock a week ago. We have been very pleased with the facility, the food and especially the personnel who have been interecting with...
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.
Cedarhurst of Woodstock is a top-tier assisted senior living community located in Woodstock, Illinois. Our community offers a wide range of amenities and services, and compassionate staff provide individualized care plans to meet each resident's unique needs, including medication management and...
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We have been very happy at Hearthstone so far. I would recommend Hearthstone. They have a variety of room sizes. The staff is there to help and support my dad. My dad likes the food. They are now with the...
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.
More than sixty years ago, Orson Welles saw the historic Village Square, walked the cobblestone streets and fell in love with the city of Woodstock. Right in the heart of Woodstock is Hearthstone Village, a retirement community located on a scenic, 17-acre campus. Hearthstone Village understands...
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Willowick has a wonderful nurse! [name removed] really cares about the residents and shares things with the families. Especially during Covid-19, when our visits are limited, it's so nice to have someone...
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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This is a wonderful care home and we are very pleased with all they have done for us. The home is very well maintained, they keep her room and the home very nice and clean. The cook here is amazing, we know...
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.
Welcome to Willowick - A vibrant, new assisted living community nestled in the charming town of Clinton, Wisconsin The team at Willowick is dedicated to fulfilling what we like to call 'Everyday Wows.' An everyday wow is that extra something special. Though it is not clearly defined through...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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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.
Inspiration Ministries is an assisted living community for people with disability. Located in Walworth, WI, the village of Walworth is in Walworth County and home to about 2,800 people. Walworth is a small town that's on Lake Geneva with 40-acres of beautiful trails and paths. Residents can go...
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Rosewood Manor is a smaller community and it is a wonderful place. My mom has been doing great since her move to the community.The staff have been very friendly and caring to mom. They have done a great job...
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.
Rosewood Manor in Delavan, WI is a State licensed 8bed Assisted Living Home with a very comfortable environment. Our unique license and VA Certification encompasses care for independent individuals as well as those requiring total care at an affordable cost. We provide escorted transportation to...
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I have no complaints about how things are going for my loved one since he had made the move into this community. The staff where all very friendly and have welcomed him with open arms. I am comfortable with...
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 Commitment to you at RidgeStone is to maintain a warm and homelike atmosphere. We treat all our live-in guests with love, courtesy and respect of privacy. Your needs and comfort always come first. RidgeStone Village offers a continuum of care for seniors. We offer two levels of assisted...
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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
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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: 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 Lawrence, IL

The average cost of senior living in Lawrence is $4,759 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include South Beloit, IL with an average of $3,862 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Lawrence, IL vs. nearby cities

Lawrence, IL
$4,759/mo
$4,799/mo
$4,600/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Lawrence, IL vs. the state and national average

Lawrence, IL
$4,759/mo
U.S. national average
$4,583/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Lawrence vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,759/mo
$4,793/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Lawrence, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$3,995/mo
Studio
$5,010/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,512/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,900/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Lawrence, 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 Lawrence.

What families are saying about assisted living in Lawrence

Recent reviews for assisted living in Lawrence

Grand Victorian of Rockford

5.0
The people here are very, very nice. The food is very good and our service is good. I am a fussy eater. Everyone that works here is very helpful.

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.

Encore Memory Care at Crystal Lake

4.9
They are very friendly & treat the people with respect. They have activities for them & pay attention to their needs. Anyone who has visited my mom has said they are impressed with the facility

Lawrence review score based on 28 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 28 reviews of 15 Lawrence assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Lawrence 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

Lawrence review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Lawrence, IL15 facilities
7.3
Harvard, IL14 facilities
8.4
Capron, IL15 facilities

Review subcategories for Lawrence 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 28 reviews of 15 Lawrence assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Lawrence 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.
Lawrence, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
3.9
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Value for cost*
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Lawrence assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lawrence assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lawrence, 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 Lawrence 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 Lawrence that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Lawrence, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
53.3%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.3%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.3%
56.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
33.3%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
52.9%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Lawrence 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 Lawrence Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Lawrence, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
46.7%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
31.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
40.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.3%
13.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Lawrence 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 Lawrence partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lawrence, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.7%
26.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
39.1%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
36.1%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
34.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Lawrence 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 Lawrence communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lawrence, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.7%
30.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
41.1%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
34.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lawrence 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 Lawrence offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lawrence, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
30.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
29.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73.3%
51.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.7%
40.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
33.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
36.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.3%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
45.8%
Dances
Dances
26.7%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.7%
23.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.3%
44.7%
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State regulations for assisted living in Lawrence

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Illinois assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Lawrence protect seniors.

Learn about Illinois Assisted Living regulations

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