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Assisted living costs in Marengo average about $6,613 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 358 communities in Marengo. Our detailed directory has 12259 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Rockford, Huntley and South Elgin.

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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Photo of The Village at Victory Lakes
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What we love about The Village at Victory Lakes is the staff team - they are so friendly, workable and were very understanding of our families situation. During the beginning transitions and while we were...
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.
The Village at Victory Lakes, located in Lindenhurst, Illinois on a 38-acre campus with a picturesque, lush prairie setting, offers an active, enriching lifestyle with everything you need now and in the future, including: *Independent Living *Assisted Living *Skilled Nursing Care and...
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I am a resident and I have to say the rooms, food, staff and the administrative executive are great. The food is fresh and dietary attempts to offer healthy foods. They try to comply with your individual...
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.
Dimensions Living Winnebago is located in picturesque Winnebago, Illinois. It is a village located in Winnebago County. It is a very small town, with a population of only over 3,000. The village has a total area of only 1.9 square miles. The beautiful green grass fields and the small town...
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The staff , activities are FANTASTIC!!! EMILY & LUNA, STACY deserve stars ?? on the caregiver walk of Fame??. It's always clean, staff is so nice, I feel so welcomed!!! I looked at 13 other places. Thank...
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.
Frontida Memory Care of Elkhorn is a purpose-built home for people who have dementia. It is a secure building with delayed egress doors, on the outskirts of Elkhorn across the road from the Evergreen Golf Club. The suites are cozy and specifically designed for people with memory loss. The...
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My mom has been at Asbury Gardens for almost 2 years. She recently transitioned into memory care due to her progression of her Dementia. I visit my mom several times a week, sometimes every day, which...
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.
Asbury Gardens is a retirement community dedicated to assisting seniors with daily activities. Our residents have private apartments, private bathrooms, and community access to our gorgeous courtyard & gardens. Our building's amenities make for a full day every day by including a game room, a...
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We are so excited for my Aunt [name removed]. She was very hesitant about Assisted Living but your staff, food and beautiful atmosphere have made her very happy and content with her new home. Thank you very...
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.
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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The Independent Living community is small, very friendly and clean. More like a home, than a facility. People who work there seem to care and always address Mom by name. The care service is a La carte and...
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.
Situated on 17 rolling acres in the northwest suburbs, our community features carefully appointed apartments offering many modern conveniences combined with the everyday comforts of home. Picture a lifestyle where you receive unequaled services and amenities while having a whole new world of...
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Photo of The Springs at Monarch Landing
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I recently had a family member at the Springs at Monarch Landing from rehab. I could of not asked for better care for my Aunt. They treated her like family. The response to her call light and anticipated her...
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.
At The Springs, you'll find personalized Memory Support Assisted Living in specially designed households of only 14 residents. Each household has its own kitchen, dining room and living area. To ensure life feels familiar and comfortable, we've carefully considered every detail, from offering...
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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.
Alden Gardens and Courts is the cozy community with a giant heart offering assisting living and memory care. Allowing adults the opportunity to feel at home, each deluxe studio apartment is equipped with Lifeline call system, microwave oven, refrigerator, individual thermostat, and spacious...
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Wonderful place to live. Small community makes it feel cozy and welcoming. Home cooked meals. Staff is excellent and care is outstanding. Very attentive to my mother’s needs. I would recommend Bickford for...
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.
If you've yet to witness a vibrant senior living environment, it's high time you visited Bickford. From appetizing, home-cooked meals to the reassuring presence of our compassionate caregivers, your loved one is in for a treat. Our activity calendar is bursting at the seams, ensuring they're...
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Photo of Villa St. Benedict
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The staff is friendly and helpful, activities are wide and varied, food is very good, facility is well maintained and clean, and the condos are nicely sized and appointed.
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.
Villa St. Benedict is located in Lisle, IL just minutes from Naperville and the surrounding western suburbs of Chicago. Our 47 acre, park-like campus offers 58 independent, two bedroom villas and 138 independent apartments. Benedale Center for Assisted Living and Memory Care offers 65 studios and...
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Photo of Sunrise of Highland Park
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33 Floor plans available
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It is very homey and cozy. Not new, but well maintained. Small rooms. Staff is the best! Close to lots of shops and library- very walkable. Food is fine. Lots of activities going on.
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of Fairhaven Senior Services
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The staff and quality are great. There is a lack of building/office service outside of 8-5. The apartment size is good. The community needs a regular grocery size and watch for walking college kids.
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.
Fairhaven Senior Services has much to offer! No matter what stage of life you're at or what level of care you may need, Fairhaven Senior Services can provide the help you need. If you're planning for a retirement community, please consider a move to Fairhaven. It could prove to be the best move...
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Photo of North Shore Place
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What we like the most about the community is the high touch care, the activities, their customize experiences to every resident, the units are very nice, and my dad loves the food.
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.
North Shore Place located in Northbrook, Cook County, Illinois provides seniors with a caring assisted living community that is supportive and safe. Our community offers its residents a peaceful place to call home. Northbrook is a great city to visit, and guests of our residents will enjoy...
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Photo of Library Terrace Assisted Living
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My dad was a resident at Library Terrace Suites from July 2021 until he passed in January 2024. From day one, I knew he was in a place where he wasn’t just cared for—he was truly cherished. With only about...
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.
Small enough to be home-like yet large enough to offer the amenities and services one might expect in larger senior communities. Library Terrace offers a continuum of care in a long-established, single-family home neighborhood. Located adjacent to the Kenosha Southwest Neighborhood Library, the...
Photo of Heritage Woods of Plainfield
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I was very pleased with Heritage woods. The people and staff were very friendly, they had interactive activities, the food was pretty good, and the facility was clean. My dad [name removed] lived there for...
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 Plainfield is an affordable assisted living community serving adults 65 or older, fully certified by the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Living. Situated in Northwest Will County, Illinois about 35 miles southwest of Chicago, Heritage Woods is a lovely supportive...
Photo of Plymouth Place
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A large population of independent living households which have provided me with many of my favorite activities and friends including visiting the Chicago symphony orchestra, the Lyric Opera, discussion...
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.
A La Grange Park landmark, Plymouth Place is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) that provides independent living, assisted living, memory support and skilled care.Plymouth Place's 20-acre campus offers the beauty of private, tree-lined lanes, plus the convenience of being located...
Photo of The Highlands Assisted Living at Westminster Place
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Since Caroline Blacav became the new director, she has done an outstanding job of giving us confidence that our family member is receiving the highest level of care. She is warm, approachable, and...
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.
The Highlands Assisted Living at Westminster Place is a community situated within a beautiful 40-acre campus. As a part of Presbyterian Homes' continuum of care, this assisted living community in Evanston offers levels of personalized care based on an individual’s needs. Residents of assisted...
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I would rate it all a 5. They are very accommodating, friendly and my mom is very happy there. Yes, we would recommend Cantata Adult Life to other families! They've been great!
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Cantata continuum of care—Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Support, Short-Term Rehab, and Long-Term Care—allows you to live your best life today, tomorrow and into the future. Located in Brookfield, Cantata offers exceptional care in a comfortable environment that feels like home....
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Comforts of Home Killarney Kourt is made up of spacious one and two bedroom apartments, with amenities including dining rooms, balconies, and washer and dryer connections. There are many different styles of private patios and balconies for the resident's enjoyment. The kitchens are...
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The staff and administrators were very responsive to questions and concerns. I was able to attend all activities if I wanted to and sit with the group to listen to music or watch tv. They held care...
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.
Have you noticed that something doesn't seem right with mom or dad these days? It could be subtle or it could be something that's pretty obvious. Regardless, you've turned to the Internet for a reason and the best choice for assisted living is also Chicago's most notable and...
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The place is clean. Overall. They take care of my moms laundry very routinely Room size is great. Staff has been great. During the night some nights she is not checked in as much as suppose to be. Nurses are...
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.
There's a reason Bickford stands out in the world of senior living. Our focus? Ensuring your loved one feels at home, with delicious meals straight from our scratch kitchen, a roster of engaging activities, and the constant company of our devoted caregivers. But that's not all. Our HigherPath...
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Thank goodness we happened upon the Laurel at Vernon Hills Memory Care. They were wonderful for her and for us throughout the rest of her life. The Laurel was wonderful and I wish it had been on our short...
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.
The Springs of Vernon Hills Vernon Hills Memory Care The Springs of Vernon Hills is located in northeast Illinois, near Chicago. We are proud to be a member of the JEA Senior Living family with communities across the United States and into Canada. JEA has over 30 years of experience caring for...
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Main reasons we chose Kenosha Place - Location..near myself, & my siblings. And, the cleanliness. It's also decorated very nicely, with large windows.. cheerful looking. Overall it is a great place for a...
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.
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There has been quite a bit of turnover in the management staff lately but it hasn't affected the day to day care as far as I've seen. All of the staff is very friendly and helpful.
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.
Photo of The Reserve at Oswego
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The staff is very friendly and right there to help out. They were very concerned about my husband because he wasn't eating and was vomiting so they would check on him a lot during the night. He has been put...
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.
At The Reserve at Oswego, residents enjoy an active, engaging lifestyle that promotes wellness and independence. It is our goal to keep our residents linked to resources and opportunities that will fulfill their needs and interests in the Oswego area. Residents have many opportunities to...
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Cost of assisted living in Marengo, IL

The average cost of senior living in Marengo is $6,613 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Belvidere, IL with an average of $5,604 per month.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Senior living costs in Marengo 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: Marengo, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMarengo, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$6,613/mo$6,329/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,913/mo$7,681/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,395/mo$3,342/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Marengo, IL:$6,613/mo
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Marengo, IL:$7,913/mo
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Marengo, IL:$3,395/mo
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Marengo, IL, over time

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

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

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

What families are saying about assisted living in Marengo

Recent reviews for assisted living in Marengo

Cantata Adult Life Services a CCRC in Brookfield, IL

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

5.0
I am very happy with the care that my mother is getting at this very nice and home feeling community. The staff is wonderful and very attentive. I like that the community is clean. <y mother is really liking the activities and she likes what is offered. We would highly recommend this small ...
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Heritage Woods of Belvidere

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

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Reviews consistently mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff across multiple communities, such as Melody Living Lake in the Hills, Clarendale of Algonquin, and The Oaks at Algonquin. Residents and their families appreciate the staff's dedication to ensuring everyone feels welco ...
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Varied activities for residents. Several reviews highlight the importance of activities in keeping residents engaged and socially active at their communities, including Clarendale of Algonquin, The Oaks at Algonquin, and Heritage Woods of Huntley. Activities range from educational lectures to physical fitness classes, ens ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews frequently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the common areas and residents' apartments in communities like Clarendale of Algonquin, The Oaks at Algonquin, and Cedarhurst of Woodstock. Residents express satisfaction with the overall appearance and cleanliness of their living en ...
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Supportive and communicative management. Families appreciate the transparency and responsiveness of community management teams at various communities, such as Melody Living Lake in the Hills, Clarendale of Algonquin, and Heritage Woods of Belvidere. They value the ongoing communication and support in making informed decisions abo ...
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Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Reviews often mention the sense of community and friendliness that residents experience at their new homes, as noted at Clarendale of Algonquin, The Oaks at Algonquin, and Cedarhurst of Woodstock. New residents find it easy to make friends and feel at home in these communities.
Reasonable pricing and financial transparency. Families praise the affordability and clear financial information provided by communities like Clarendale of Algonquin, Heritage Woods of Huntley, and StoryPoint Crystal Lake. They feel confident in their decision to move their loved ones into these communities, knowing they are getting qu ...
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Marengo review score based on 2,305 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 2305 reviews of 358 Marengo assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Marengo 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

Marengo review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Marengo, IL358 facilities
8.2
Waukegan, IL448 facilities
7.5
Belvidere, IL45 facilities

Review subcategories for Marengo 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 2,305 reviews of 358 Marengo assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Marengo 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.
Marengo, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.4
Friendliness
3.8
3.5
Care services
3.4
3.2
Staff
3.7
3.4
Meals & dining
3.4
3.1
Activities
3.4
3.1
Value for cost*
3.4
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Marengo assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Marengo assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Marengo, 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 Marengo 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 Marengo that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Marengo, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
71.5%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.1%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.3%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.8%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
79.9%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.3%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.4%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.5%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Marengo 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 Marengo Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Marengo, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
51.1%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.2%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.5%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Marengo 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 Marengo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Marengo, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
46.1%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
55.3%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
52%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50.8%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.2%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Marengo 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 Marengo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Marengo, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50.3%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
45.5%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.5%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Marengo 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 Marengo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Marengo, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
65.1%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.3%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.1%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.8%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.7%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75.4%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
59.5%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.3%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.5%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
66.8%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
67.9%
48%
Dances
Dances
42.2%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.6%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
64.8%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Marengo

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Discovery Village Des Plaines, Sedgebrook, a CCRC and Clarendale of Algonquin are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Marengo, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 358 assisted living facilities near Marengo, Illinois. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Marengo, Illinois are Discovery Village Des Plaines, Clarendale of Algonquin and Brookdale Glen Ellyn. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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