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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 14193 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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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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This facility really helped my Mother get in here and even though they couldn’t get her a room with a window, they are willing to let her move to one when it’s available. For the activities, they offer...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Oak Crest Retirement Home - it's living in an assisted living home, with seniors like yourself, a home one would be proud to call their own. We can give assistance with activities of daily living such as bathing, medication monitoring and dressing in a home like atmosphere with plenty of tender...
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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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The staff here is GREAT. It's such a home-like atmosphere that you would think that all of the residents and staff are family. Clean, happy, and inviting.
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.
Oakwood Terrace is a quiet, homelike atmosphere offering private rooms for eight residents. When loved ones can no longer care for themselves or their safety is threatened by living alone Oakwood Terrace can be the solution. Our goal is to provide unique and individualized care for the seniors...
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Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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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 Chicago is an affordable assisted living community exclusively designed for low income seniors 65 or older. Fully certified by the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Living, Heritage Woods is located on the west side of Chicago. Heritage Woods is a lovely place to call...
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Windsor Park Rehab is the best facility by far, staff is so genuinely caring and their team is always available to speak to family at all times, always keeping you updated on your loved ones. Will highly...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
A nationally accredited lifecare retirement community set on an impeccably manicured 60-acre campus, Windsor Park Manor offers the tranquility and charm of a country home. We offer the largest variety of retirement lifestyles and services in Chicago’s western suburbs— a residential style for...
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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: 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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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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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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This is the fourth place that I have lived in and I like it the best. We have happy hour 3 times a week and they have between 2-3 women tending the bar and they are great. They come to your table and make...
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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It’s nice to have the actual owner responsible for day to day operations. She has no revolving door of managers like corporations do. She’s it! I don’t know how she does it, but she does it very well.
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.
St. Mary's Manor is a senior home residency which provides Catholic health care services within a location on a beautifully landscaped area accompanied by a serene and lively setting in Lansdale, Montgomery County. St. Mary Manor has a high and reliable reputation of providing from a tradition of...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: 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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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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They really care for their residents and know them all on a first name basis. They are clean and friendly and have good communication with the family and between themselves. There isn't really anything that...
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.
Brolen Park Senior Care facility is dedicated to providing cost effective, quality care while respecting the personal integrity of each individual to participate in activities or services provided. Our mission is to provide a unique environment where older adults are offered the opportunity to...
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It has been a good experience for us here at this community. They are caring for my relative very well. The community is nice and clean. The staff is good, they are helpful and kind. . Everything is working...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Shepherd Premier Assisted Living of Elkhorn is dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of today's elderly by offering assisted living in a small, personalized home setting and an integrated approach to health care. Community is integral to the success of Shepherd Premier Assisted Living of...
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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.
Pioneer Gardens senior residents in the windy city access to a great assisted living community within the grand city of Chicago, IL. Located just a few blocks from Lake Shore Drive, residents can enjoy the lush green park areas next to the lake during spring and summer days and enjoy the many...
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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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My mother had Alzheimer’s and lived at Cambridge Castle. The staff at Castle Senior Living was excellent. They were very compassionate and attentive to her needs. The small setting was ideal and I would...
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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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.
Castle Gardens is a gorgeous home nestled into a quiet upscale neighborhood. It's located on the edge of Whitnall Park and mirrors the Botanical Gardens reflecting all nature has to offer. One is sure to see an array of wildlife in the comfort of a home environment. Castle Gardens has two living...
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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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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.

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

8.2
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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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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%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
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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
26.3%
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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

Frequently Asked Questions

StoryPoint Libertyville, Green Oaks Senior Living and The Clare, a CCRC are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Waukegan, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 448 assisted living facilities near Waukegan, Illinois. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Waukegan, 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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