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Photo of Heritage Woods of Yorkville
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22 Floor plans available
8.6
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15 reviews
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Quality of care got a low mark because there is almost no care provided. If you are pretty healthy and independent, this place is great. When my mom caught Covid from a resident who was sneezing and...
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.
The first of its type in Kendall County, Heritage Woods of Yorkville is a wonderful assisted living community that is nestled into the woods of Yorkville, IL close to Fox River. The Chicago suburb offers the proximity of the city to senior residents but the care and affordable living of the...
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Overall it has been a good experience. There have a been a couple of minor issues with a caregivers being unhelpful here and there.. But overall it seems like a nice atmosphere. I got to know the place...
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.
Cedarhurst of Yorkville is a pet-friendly assisted living and memory care community for seniors age 55 and over in the Chicago metropolitan area. For seniors ready to leave home ownership behind and move into a welcoming communal setting where housekeeping and maintenance are taken care of for...
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The staff makes this place. They are kind and compassionate, professional and attentive. Meals are good, but love when they do special treats! Covid has made it challenging for activities, but I’m hoping...
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.
Heritage Woods of Ottawa is an Assisted Living Community convienently located near several interstates and state routes for easy traveling. Heritage Woods is nestled near a residential area close to shopping, grocery and governmental services.
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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.
Pleasant View offers vibrant, grace-filled senior living through Villa Homes, Hearthstone Assisted Living, MyTapestry Memory Support, Healthcare and Rehabilitation services. Learn more about our exceptional community, where life flourishes!•The only retirement community in the area with a full...
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We put my grandma here and she really was enjoying it till her health turned and she had to be put in the hospital. But when she was there she enjoyed the activities like bingo and she said the food was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
We assist with the activities of daily living and provide lots of amenities and services including fabulous meals, housekeeping, laundry service, medication assistance, a personal response notification system, social activities, community field trips, transportation, and 24 hour staffing seven...
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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Cost of assisted living in Serena, IL

The average cost of senior living in Serena is $4,760 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Paw Paw, IL with an average of $4,315 per month.

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

Serena, IL
$4,760/mo
$5,614/mo

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

Serena, IL
$4,760/mo
U.S. national average
$4,552/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,760/mo
$5,133/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,153/mo
Private
$250/mo
Studio
$7,069/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,385/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,434/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Serena, 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 Serena.

What families are saying about assisted living in Serena

Recent reviews for assisted living in Serena

Bickford of Oswego

5.0
Congratulations to the Director for being named Director of the Year in 2015. A wonderful place and they have the best staff you could ever as for. 5 STARS TO BICKFORD

Heritage Woods of Minooka

4.1
The best thing about this community is the staff - their friendliness is the most important thing to us and from top to bottom everybody is great. We have not had a meal there ourselves but we have also not heard any complaints so we assume the meals are good. We would recommend the Heritage ...
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Heritage Woods of Yorkville

5.0
Everything was pretty well explained but having any and all financial requirements and processes lined out helps eliminate anxiety. Also to know the medical requirements of the resident needed so family can arrange that as soon as possible. Overall everyone there worked with us very well and at ...
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Serena assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Serena assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Serena, 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 Serena 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 Serena that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Serena, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
28.6%
51.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.6%
33%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
85.7%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
85.7%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
71.4%
56.2%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
29.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
85.7%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.6%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
42.9%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Serena 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 Serena Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Serena, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.1%
50.5%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
42.9%
31.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
42.9%
40.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Serena 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 Serena partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Serena, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
26.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
39.2%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
36.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
34.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Serena 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 Serena communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Serena, ILNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
41.2%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
35%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Serena 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 Serena offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Serena, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
30.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
29.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
49%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.4%
48.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
51.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
40.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
33.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
36.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71.4%
45.5%
Live performances
Live performances
71.4%
45.9%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
28.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
23.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.4%
44.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Serena

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 Serena protect seniors.

Learn about Illinois Assisted Living regulations

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