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6 Best Independent Living Communities in Salem Lakes, WI
The cost of independent living in Salem Lakes is about $3,768 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 6 options. Read 52 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Crystal Lake, Libertyville and Lake Zurich.
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9.4
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8 reviews
I have been very pleased with my care, my room services/cleanliness), size, etc) the personnel very-friendly helpful when needed, and the meals. I am enjoying the people living here with me and activities...
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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23 reviews
Wish we would've got my Dad there sooner. He was only there a short while before he passed. Great place. Highly recommend. Basically, it was myself and my sister. We went out and visited 3 locations. This...
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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73 reviews
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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4 reviews
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
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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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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...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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We think this is a really good community and every time we come to visit things look clean and well taken care of. The outside of the building and everything around it is well maintained. The property...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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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Cost of independent living in Salem Lakes, WI
The average cost of senior living in Salem Lakes is $3,768 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Racine, WI with an average of $3,180 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Salem Lakes, WI vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Salem Lakes, WI by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Salem Lakes
Recent reviews for independent living in Salem Lakes
Birchrock Castle in Mukwonago, WI
5.0
I would recommend Birchrock Castle to others because it's small, family-like, cozy and clean. My mom has been there for less than a month, so I'm not sure about the food, and my mom is not fussy, but I heard the food is homemade. The staff is kind. Communication with the family has been good, so ...
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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.
Bickford of Crystal Lake
5.0
Our experience with Bickford of Crystal Lake has been so positive! Our Aunt is 100% satisfied with the amazing care, friendly staff, and wonderful services provided by Bickford. The caring staff regularly communicates with us and assists us in any way needed. Thank you for making this ...
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Salem Lakes independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Salem Lakes independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Salem Lakes, 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 Salem Lakes 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 Salem Lakes partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Salem Lakes, WINational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
16.7%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
32.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Salem Lakes 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 Salem Lakes communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Salem Lakes, WINational
Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Salem Lakes 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 Salem Lakes offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Salem Lakes, WINational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
16.7%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16.7%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.7%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
16.7%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Sunrise of Crystal Lake, Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Assisted Living and The Cottages of Fox Lake are the top-rated independent living facilities near Salem Lakes, Wisconsin. See full list of communities.
There are 6 independent living facilities near Salem Lakes, Wisconsin. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Salem Lakes, Wisconsin are Sunrise of Crystal Lake, Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Assisted Living and Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Independent Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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