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Photo of Sunrise of Gurnee
1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.6
Review score
64 reviews
9.6
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64 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
23%
3 star
8%
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2%
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3%
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What we like the most about Sunrise of Gurnee is that it is a smaller family type atmosphere and we would absolutely 100% recommend this community to other families. They are the best.
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.
Sunrise of Gurnee has been established in the Gurnee community for providing exceptional care for seniors since 2002. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise of Gurnee affords families peace of mind by providing their loved ones with a range of personalized care services as well as the...
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1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
9.8
Review score
73 reviews
9.8
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73 reviews
5 star
59%
4 star
30%
3 star
10%
2 star
1%
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My grandfather has been living at Brookdale for several years now. We have never had any issues and my grandma loves it there. The staff is amazing and so friendly.
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.
Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes is a pet-friendly assisted living community located in Vernon Hills, Illinois. We are located near Big and Little Bear Lakes, both are favorite picnic destinations for our residents and their families. Our attentive staff members are available 24 hours a day to provide...
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1616 Photos available
9.8
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73 reviews
9.8
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73 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
21%
3 star
5%
2 star
4%
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The cottages of fox lake is an excellent place for our mom. We have been to several homes for her and this is by far the best. Staff is friendly, helpful and very caring . I feel so comfortable leaving my...
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 Cottages of Fox Lake - A Charter Senior Living Community - is a unique, retirement lifestyle which opened in 2005. Located on a beautiful campus, each of the four assisted living homes caters to only 16 residents. Our residents can feel the warmth of home and experience individualized...
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1515 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.6
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96 reviews
9.6
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96 reviews
5 star
80%
4 star
17%
3 star
2%
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1%
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Since arriving [date removed] the quality and selection of food has gone down. Also there have been an increase number of days when they didn't have enough help and the dining room was closed and meals were...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
If you’re ready to trade your hedge clippers for golf clubs, our senior living community just outside of Chicago might be the right fit for you.Here you’ll have the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with both independent living and assisted living on the same campus. Trade home...
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9.3
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141 reviews
9.3
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141 reviews
5 star
55%
4 star
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3 star
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Mom’s move here is 3 months fresh so she’s still finding new joys in her daily living. Staff has been quite helpful getting her settled. I always see them smiling which is much appreciated. Her room 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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Libertyville! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our various senior living options include independent living, enhanced living, assisted living, memory care, and...
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1111 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.2
Review score
83 reviews
9.2
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83 reviews
5 star
58%
4 star
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3 star
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This facility is truly beautiful. Every single person has been nothing but nice with a happy positive attitude. Of all the places we toured Green Oaks has a wonderful blend of active independent retirees...
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.
Here you'll enjoy a spacious, park-like property with beautiful brick buildings. Walking paths meander through the landscape, leading you to a small, tranquil lake. The community feels warm and welcoming with areas that are alive with activity alongside quiet neighborhoods that provide serenity...
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Photo of Brookdale Vernon Hills
2020 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.1
Review score
122 reviews
9.1
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122 reviews
5 star
61%
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30%
3 star
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Brookdale was an awesome facility for my Mom. However, she passed away on [date removed] at 98 years old. I will always recommend Brookdale as a great place. Many fun events for residents and families -...
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.
Resort-Style Senior Living at Its FinestYou have options for senior living in the Chicago area. But none of them look like this. We provide a resort-like environment for independent senior living and assisted living. We are known for our indoor rainforest—at more than a football field long and...
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1212 Photos available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
8.9
Review score
5 reviews
8.9
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5 reviews
5 star
100%
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Assisted Living allows cats, Memory Care does not. Staff is very friendly, management as well. They genuinely care about residents. Food is acceptable, rooms are nice. Staff turnover is to be expected...
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.
About UsLocally-owned and expertly-operated, Galloway Senior Living is one-of-a-kind. Nestled in the charming village of Wadsworth, Illinois, we offer a perfect blend of tranquility and accessibility. Our community is situated within a peaceful residential area near the shores of Lake Michigan,...
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2828 Photos available
8.8
Review score
4 reviews
8.8
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4 reviews
5 star
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The building is clean and well maintained, there are sitting areas on each floor the tenants can gather together for games, conversation and some activities. The office manager was very friendly and...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to Lakewood Tower Apartments where you will find a beautiful new apartment home for active adults 62 and better, at an affordable price. We offer senior living at its best; where our residents come first!Beautiful Lake Villa is the perfect location for your new apartment home. We are just...
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2020 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
8.7
Review score
31 reviews
8.7
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31 reviews
5 star
29%
4 star
39%
3 star
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2 star
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I would definitely tell them to take a look. Inquire about services. Have a meal there and ask to see a room and the activity schedule! There are monthly family night activities which my siblings and I have...
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.
Beyond the hum of the city, where old-growth trees and acres of pristine forest stretch out under wide-open skies, you can find a place where residents pursue aspirational living each day. Alto Grayslake is a new kind of senior living community in the historic small town of Grayslake, Illinois....
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Photo of The Sheridan at Green Oaks
1414 Photos available
2222 Floor plans available
8.6
Review score
20 reviews
8.6
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20 reviews
5 star
75%
4 star
10%
3 star
0%
2 star
5%
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Covid was still a thing when my dad was a resident there, so activities were minimal. But for the time, great place to be and we would recommend The Sheridan at Green Oaks community to other families
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of Oak Hill Supportive Living
1313 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.5
Review score
16 reviews
8.5
Review score
16 reviews
5 star
68%
4 star
19%
3 star
13%
2 star
0%
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Our mother has been living at Oak Hill for 2 years and we are very happy with the care she receives. The staff is very attentive and friendly with her and us. The residents are all very friendly 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.
Dedicated to Good LivingOur longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Oak Hill Supportive Living community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one. Above all...
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Photo of The Village at Victory Lakes
1616 Photos available
8.0
Review score
16 reviews
8.0
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16 reviews
5 star
69%
4 star
25%
3 star
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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: Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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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5 star
67%
4 star
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1 star
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My friend has lived at Shepherd Premier Senior Living for 3 months. A small boutique center where she is well cared for. Private, clean rooms, attentive staff, meals prepared by staff. They respond to her...
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 Bickford of Gurnee
1212 Photos available
6.5
Review score
11 reviews
6.5
Review score
11 reviews
5 star
9%
4 star
46%
3 star
9%
2 star
27%
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There has been staff transitions that have made billing/care more difficult to manage recently. I'm hopeful that once settled things will be back to normal. I would like to mention that [name removed] the...
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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Photo of Heritage Woods of Gurnee
2323 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
6.0
Review score
17 reviews
6.0
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17 reviews
5 star
34%
4 star
24%
3 star
6%
2 star
18%
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She likes living in her apartment at heritage Woods. The staff helps my mom every day. She is grateful for the nursing staff as they help her when she needs it. She has adjusted quite well to not living on...
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 Heritage Woods of Gurnee assisted living facility is located in the gorgeous city of Gurnee, IL. For many years now, this city has been known for its astonishing natural beauty located near the banks of the Des Plaines River. There are also a number of places where residents can shop and dine...
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3 star
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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.
For today’s independent older adults, Presbyterian Homes’ Lake Forest Place is a Life Plan Community with the perfect combination of sophisticated retirement living and total peace of mind. Located on 60 beautifully wooded acres, Lake Forest Place offers apartment and cottage residences just...
Photo of Victory Centre of Vernon Hills
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
5 star
36%
4 star
56%
3 star
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2 star
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In house visiting nurse practitioner is excellent. Executive staff is trying; much upheaval. Polite and helpful initial entry. Clean and organized. Safe. Nursing staff is non-communicative. Dining is...
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.
Our longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Victory Centre of Vernon Hills community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one. Above all else, this is your life...
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5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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I moved in here 4 1/2 years ago at the age of 57 and LOVE IT! Management is phenomenal! They keep the place so beautiful and decorated at most of the holidays. The best part is the people who live here. We...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Gurnee Meadows is an apartment complex for active, independent adults age 55 or older. We are conveniently located in the heart of Gurnee. Stroll through our seven acres of beautifully landscaped grounds. Choose from five styles of one or two bedroom apartments. Enjoy the exercise rooms,...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Liberty Towers in Libertyville, Lake County, IL is set in a picturesque scene away from most of the hustle and bustle of town. It offers a variety of apartments rather than simply a room in a traditional senior apartment and provides you with all the comforts of home in a community setting where...
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The staff are pretty good. They are a little short in the maintenance department, however they do still get things done in a reasonable amount of time. They do not offer a meal plan for this independent...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Lakefront Residences Lakefront Residences is a senior housing community that is located in Grayslake, Lake County, Illinois, about 50 miles north of Chicago. This apartment community is located near many lakes and parks, as well as shopping centers and entertainment. Plus, the beauty of Lake...

Cost of independent living in Gurnee, IL

The average cost of senior living in Gurnee is $6,999 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Winthrop Harbor, IL with an average of $4,115 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gurnee, IL vs. nearby cities

Gurnee, IL
$6,999/mo
$7,032/mo
$7,036/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gurnee, IL vs. the state and national average

Gurnee, IL
$6,999/mo
U.S. national average
$4,035/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Gurnee vs. other types of senior living

$5,810/mo
Independent Living
$6,999/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Gurnee, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$5,684/mo
Studio
$5,540/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,289/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,524/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,538/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Gurnee over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Gurnee

Recent reviews for independent living in Gurnee

Parkside Manor in Kenosha, WI

5.0
I can only comment about the memory unit. Those girls worked hard to maintain order and keep up. I thought to myself a few times that however much money they are making probably isn't enough. It takes a special person to that job.

Gurnee Meadows

5.0
I’m living here currently and it’s going really, really well. I’m very pleased. When I moved in, my apartment was perfect. I had new carpet and new paint and it was really a pleasure to be able to move in. I was on the waiting list for a few months but they were able to give me exactly what I ...
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Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Independent Living

4.9
"Tony the Tiger"----GRRREAT!!! If you are thinking about living a fun life as an "older" person Hawthorn should be on the top of your list! All kinds of activities. Everything is planned for us! We just have to choose!

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Variety of activities to accommodate diverse interests. Residents and their families appreciate the range of activities offered at different communities, such as Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Independent Living and Brookdale Vernon Hills, which cater to various abilities and interests, including bingo, gardening classes, movie nights, ...
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Friendly and accommodating staff. Reviews consistently mention the warm and welcoming nature of staff members at communities like Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Independent Living, The Village at Victory Lakes, and Brookdale Vernon Hills, who go above and beyond to make residents feel at home and address their un ...
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Delicious and accommodating dining experiences. Quality food was a common theme in reviews for communities like Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Independent Living, StoryPoint Libertyville, and Green Oaks Senior Living, with accommodations for dietary restrictions and individual preferences, making mealtimes enjoyable for all re ...
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Properly maintained and clean living spaces. Reviews for communities like Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Independent Living, Brookdale Vernon Hills, and Green Oaks Senior Living mentioned the importance of cleanliness and upkeep in the private rooms, communal areas, and outdoor spaces like gardens and walking trails.
Comprehensive care and support services. Residents and their families at communities like Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Independent Living, Brookdale Vernon Hills, and Green Oaks Senior Living praised the availability and effectiveness of care services, including on-site doctors, nursing, and personalized solutions to ...
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Engaging social environments. Communities like Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Independent Living, Brookdale Vernon Hills, and Green Oaks Senior Living provided opportunities for residents to socialize, whether through activities, events, or the connection with friendly neighbors and staff, fostering a sense o ...
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Gurnee independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gurnee independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gurnee, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gurnee independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Gurnee partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gurnee, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
46.4%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.7%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.1%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Gurnee independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Gurnee communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gurnee, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
42.9%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.9%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gurnee independent 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 independent living communities in Gurnee offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gurnee, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
42.9%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.7%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.3%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.6%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
53.6%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60.7%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
60.7%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
53.6%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.6%
45.7%
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The best independent living facilities near you in Gurnee, Illinois are Brookdale Northbrook, Brookdale Des Plaines and Clarendale of Algonquin. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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