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Assisted living costs in Waukegan average about $6,613 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 448 communities in Waukegan. Our detailed directory has 14185 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Arlington Heights, Barrington and Evanston.

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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Timber Oaks is an amazing facility. The staff really care about the residents and actually take pride in their jobs. The management is top notch and you can tell that this is their passion and not just a 9-5...
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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, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to the Museum Residences on Oak, a signature senior living community located in the heart of Evanston, Illinois. The Museum Residences on Oak prides itself on individualized programming tailored to each resident allowing empowerment through independence. Discover the Museum Residences on...
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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.
Basic Services for our residents include a Private suite, Health Status Monitoring, Three Home Cooked Meals Daily, Snacks Upon Request, Routine Housekeeping and Laundry Services, 24-hour Security and Staff Availability, Emergency Call System in Each Unit, Health Promotion and Exercise Programs,...
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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.
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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.
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.
St. Monica's Senior Citizens Home, founded in 1971, sits on 40 wooded acres bordering the Root River in Racine, WI. In the spirit of our foundreses the Sisters of St. Rita, we provide a compassionate, safe loving family home environment that respects the dignity of all residents. We meet the...
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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.
Dolphin Manor is a state of the art adult living facility and adult daycare service provider that is owned and operated by the owner, Melinda J. Dolphin. It houses up to four residents , and it is located in Kansasville, Wisconsin. The Dolphin ManorÆs adult daycare program can admit up to...
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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.
Golden Age Care is located in Racine, WI in Racine County. This residential care home provides help as you need it in a location that offers much to do and see. Those who choose to spend time in Racine as residents or guests enjoy all of the attractions in the area including Wind Point...
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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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 The Bay at Burlington
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
On behalf of our team of caregivers and support staff, thank you for considering our healthcare center. We offer a full range of medical services to meet the individual needs of our residents, including short-term rehabilitative services and long-term skilled care. Working with the resident’s...
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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: 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, 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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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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This community was clean and the staff was very nice and attentive. The menu looking very appealing. He was involved with some of the activities for him. This community had a nice garden and my father wanted...
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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personally yours eldercare in waterford is the great's place we put our mom. the staff is the best they truely care for her and take excellent care for her. she always looks great wellkept up on her...
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.
When you enter Personally Yours Elder Care, you immediately feel the warm and inviting atmosphere that greets you. Adult day care is available for six residents and is offer from 7am until 5pm seven days a week, including holidays. Care and supervision of residents is done by our qualified staff...
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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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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.
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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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Waterford Senior Living ins a very nice place. The staff is friendly. My wife was thriving prior to the quarantine. I hope to get in to visit her soon. The food is good. The room sizes are adequate. It has...
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.
Waterford Senior Living and Waterford Memory Care are located on Sixth Street, in the quiet, friendly village of Waterford. We have two buildings, assisted living and memory care. Our assisted living has 40 one and two bedroom apartments. Residents choose their level of care and level of...
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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.
The Ivy Apartments, nestled in the heart of the Lincoln Park/DePaul University area, provides both independent & supportive living options for its residents. Our 24 hour supportive living staff provides personal care assistance with activities of daily living for our seniors, in the privacy of...

Cost of assisted living in Waukegan, IL

The average cost of senior living in Waukegan is $6,613 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Crystal Lake, IL with an average of $6,220 per month.

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

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

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

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

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

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Waukegan 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
Waukegan, 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%
Waukegan, 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 Waukegan, 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 Waukegan.

What families are saying about assisted living in Waukegan

Recent reviews for assisted living in Waukegan

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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Casa del Mare Memory Care in Kenosha, WI

5.0
This is a fantastic community, my father is doing well here. He loves the place and we are satisfied. A place for mom was amazing with all they help they provided. My sister says they are providing him with great care. We are pleased with everything they have done for us.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and caring staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and caring nature of the staff at different communities, creating a welcoming and supportive environment for residents. For instance, at Alto Grayslake, staff members like Kate are praised for their accommodating and helpful attitudes, making the transition to ...
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Unique and engaging activities. Communities offer various activities tailored to residents' interests to encourage socializing and engagement. At Alto Grayslake, monthly family night activities and a men's club have been highlighted as popular offerings. Meanwhile, at Green Oaks Senior Living, residents enjoy strolling thr ...
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Thoughtfully designed facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness, brightness, and high-quality construction of the facilities, enhancing residents' daily experiences. For example, at Green Oaks Senior Living, the interior decorating and architectural details create an aesthetically pleasing environment, while the ...
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Personalized care and attention. Individualized care and attention are essential aspects of senior living communities, and several reviews emphasize the accommodating nature of caregivers. At StoryPoint Libertyville, staff help residents every day, and nurses work diligently to ensure their care needs are met. Moreover, at S ...
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Nutritious meals and dining experiences. Quality food is a crucial factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Alto Grayslake, the food is described as very good, and residents appreciate the variety of options and the cleanliness of the dining areas. Similarly, at Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Assi ...
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Supportive and responsive communication. Families value clear and effective communication with their loved ones and the community staff to ensure everyone is informed and care needs are being met. At Alto Grayslake, staff members are responsive to questions and concerns, and at StoryPoint Libertyville, families appreciate the frien ...
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Waukegan review score based on 2,627 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 2627 reviews of 448 Waukegan assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Waukegan 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

Waukegan review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Waukegan, IL448 facilities
8.8
Crystal Lake, IL111 facilities
8.5
Naperville, IL349 facilities

Review subcategories for Waukegan 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 2,627 reviews of 448 Waukegan assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Waukegan 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.
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Cleanliness
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3.4
Friendliness
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Care services
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3.2
Staff
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3.4
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Waukegan assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waukegan assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waukegan, 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 Waukegan 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 Waukegan that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
72.3%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
54%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.6%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.2%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80.1%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
35.7%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.1%
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Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Waukegan 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 Waukegan Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
69%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50.2%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.3%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Waukegan 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 Waukegan partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.4%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
56%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
52.5%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.6%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Waukegan 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 Waukegan communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
51.1%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
44.6%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waukegan 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 Waukegan offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
65.4%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
48.2%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
46.2%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.9%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
68.3%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
76.1%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
58%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.8%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
54.5%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
67.2%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
67%
48%
Dances
Dances
42.2%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.6%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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State regulations for assisted living in Waukegan

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