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10 Best Nursing Homes in Wauconda, IL

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Wauconda is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 33 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Wauconda, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Wauconda is about $6,076, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 1136 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Wauconda, IL

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Photo of Victory Centre of Vernon Hills
1111 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
5 star
36%
4 star
56%
3 star
4%
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0%
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4%
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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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Photo of Heritage Woods of McHenry
1919 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
5 star
33%
4 star
40%
3 star
7%
2 star
7%
1 star
13%
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We are happy that our in-laws are happy at Heritage Woods because that was a big concern for us. The are starting to make friends and join in all the activities which helps get them out of their room. They...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Heritage Woods of McHenry opened July 2008 in McHenry — the Heart of the Fox River. Our 100 apartment certified IL Supportive Living Community is managed by BMA Management, Ltd. The emphasis is on operating communities for those over 65 years of age that are warm and welcoming as well as...
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8.5
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2 reviews
8.5
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2 reviews
5 star
100%
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0%
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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
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.
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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7.2
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11 reviews
7.2
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11 reviews
5 star
46%
4 star
27%
3 star
18%
2 star
0%
1 star
9%
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Being able to see my mother so happy and content made me realize I made the right decision! It was a pleasure working with [name removed] throughout the admissions process. Despite the fact that he is my...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Since 1984, Lexington has been a part of the community helping to serve seniors throughout the Chicagoland suburbs. Our sub acute rehabilitation program is designed specifically for those individuals recovering from a hospital stay or recent surgery, requiring short term rehabilitation and/or...
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5 star
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The Crystal Lake Pines Rehabilitation Center is extremely clean and neat. Everything is in its place and nothing is out of order. Every single staff member greets you with a big Hello every time they...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
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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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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Hillcrest Nursing Center is a 142 bed intermediate care nursing facility located in the heart of Lake County. Hillcrest provides 24 hour nursing care by trained and caring staff members, physical, occupational and speech therapy along with delicious and nutritious meals. Licensed nurses...
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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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Cost of nursing homes in Wauconda, IL

The average cost of senior living in Wauconda is $6,076 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Round Lake Heights, IL with an average of $5,834 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Wauconda, IL vs. nearby cities

Wauconda, IL
$6,076/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Wauconda, IL vs. the state and national average

Wauconda, IL
$6,076/mo
U.S. national average
$4,860/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Wauconda vs. other types of senior living

$6,092/mo
Nursing Homes
$6,076/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Wauconda, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$4,877/mo
Studio
$5,523/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,422/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,437/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,543/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Wauconda over time

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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Wauconda

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Wauconda

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.

Silver Glen Senior Living in South Elgin, IL

4.7
I would definitely recommend Silver Glen Senior Living to others. The facility itself is great, the rooms are really nice, and everyone seems so nice and welcoming. Another great thing they have is they work with a company that provides Physical therapy, Speech and OT on the premises.. so ...
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Bella Terra Bloomingdale

4.6
Excellent caring staff. The food was always hot and fresh. Excellent chef as all of the food is made right there on premises. The nurses and aides were very caring and attentive to our needs. Great therapy team. The facility is immaculate I would highly recommend this facility

Wauconda nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wauconda nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wauconda, 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 Wauconda nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Wauconda that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wauconda, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
75.8%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
60.6%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.9%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
84.8%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
54.5%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
57.6%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
84.8%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Wauconda nursing homes

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 Wauconda Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wauconda, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
75.8%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
60.6%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63.6%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.3%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wauconda nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Wauconda partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wauconda, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
57.6%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.6%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
63.6%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.5%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Wauconda nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Wauconda communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wauconda, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
69.7%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
69.7%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
51.5%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.3%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wauconda nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Wauconda offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wauconda, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
75.8%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
57.6%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
72.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75.8%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
81.8%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
69.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
69.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
63.6%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
48.5%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
72.7%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Encore Village of Schaumburg, a CCRC, Brookdale Northbrook and Encore at South Barrington are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Wauconda, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 33 nursing homes facilities near Wauconda, Illinois. See the full list.

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