About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2024 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2024 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2024 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia. Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential 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.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
Senior Living Home

10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Wauconda, IL

Answer a few questions to get personalized results

Who are you searching for?

Assisted living costs in Wauconda average about $5,914 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 28 communities in Wauconda. Our detailed directory has 1036 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. 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.

As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Arlington Heights, Glenview and Deerfield.

Wauconda Assisted Living Facilities | 1036 Reviews

Showing 30 communities
Last Updated: 8/16/24
Sort by
Filter by
Awards
Best of Senior Living

The highest-rated senior living communities stand out for their exceptional care and support of seniors in independent living, assisted living, memory care and home care. Our Best of Senior Living Award winners represent the top reviewed senior care providers nationwide based on reviews submitted by residents and families.

Review Score
Distance
See communities with
Amenities
Providers
Photo of Encore at South BarringtonCommunity card badge
88 Photos available
9.9
Review score
74 reviews
9.9
Review score
74 reviews
5 star
87%
4 star
5%
3 star
5%
2 star
0%
1 star
3%
See all reviews
Encore knows and understands dementia patients. And when you know things well and hold to high standards, it equals a wonderful place for human beings to be cared for. My father received excellent, truly...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
You can trust that your loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia is in good hands at Encore at South Barrington memory care assisted living in South Barrington, Illinois. We focus exclusively on memory care, providing care that is based on the most up-to-date research, for our residents with...
See details
Photo of Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Assisted LivingCommunity card badge
1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.9
Review score
65 reviews
9.9
Review score
65 reviews
5 star
59%
4 star
28%
3 star
11%
2 star
2%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
I am very happy here at Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes. The staff is friendly and caring. I attend social events, gatherings and happy hour on Friday afternoons. I give meals, activities and cleanliness 5...
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...
See details
Photo of Sunrise of Crystal LakeCommunity card badge
1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.9
Review score
67 reviews
9.9
Review score
67 reviews
5 star
66%
4 star
24%
3 star
6%
2 star
1%
1 star
3%
See all reviews
We have highly recommended sunrise to several friends. The staff is excellent. The value amazing. My favorite thing is it offers independence in a safe environment. When a residents needs change the staff...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
See details
Photo of Clarendale of AlgonquinCommunity card badge
1515 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
9.9
Review score
271 reviews
9.9
Review score
271 reviews
5 star
90%
4 star
7%
3 star
1%
2 star
1%
1 star
1%
See all reviews
The staff are all caring and super friendly. They make us all feel truly at home. The building and amenities are above and beyond.
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.
At Clarendale of Algonquin, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Indoor and Outdoor parking available at our location. Our purpose-built community has the advantage of specialized...
See details
Photo of The Cottages of Fox Lake
1616 Photos available
9.4
Review score
57 reviews
9.4
Review score
57 reviews
5 star
58%
4 star
26%
3 star
7%
2 star
5%
1 star
4%
See all reviews
The community is very pleasant, the grounds are beautiful it’s like having your own yard. The community is well kept and clean. Food is least to be desired. Laundry is always taken care of on time. If...
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...
See details
Photo of White Oaks Memory Care of McHenry
2020 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.4
Review score
25 reviews
9.4
Review score
25 reviews
5 star
72%
4 star
12%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
16%
See all reviews
I would rate all excellent. I would recommend them to anyone needing a place for there loved one. Always something going on, keeping them busy was a plus for me. Staff was interested in every body. Making...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
White Oaks at McHenry opened in 2017 and is a Memory Care Community for the Older Adult. Our community program embraces experiences that offer a sense of purpose, love, and belonging throughout the different seasons of dementia. Through our person-centered planning, we focus on abilities rather...
See details
Photo of Oak Hill Supportive Living
1313 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.2
Review score
16 reviews
9.2
Review score
16 reviews
5 star
68%
4 star
19%
3 star
13%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
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...
See details
Photo of Chapters Living of Barrington
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
Review score
26 reviews
9.2
Review score
26 reviews
5 star
54%
4 star
38%
3 star
8%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
When we arrived we were located in a small unit. My wife required extra care so another bed was required. They moved us into a larger unit for NO additional charge! They acquired a bed for my wife which she...
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.
Chapters Living of Barrington is an intimate, licensed residence devoted to caring for those needing assisted living and nurturing those with memory loss or Alzheimer's disease. Multiple different care 'neighborhoods' are provided within Sunrise of Barrington: Assisted Living; the Terrace Club...
See details
Photo of StoryPoint LibertyvilleCommunity card badge
1414 Photos available
9.2
Review score
124 reviews
9.2
Review score
124 reviews
5 star
53%
4 star
27%
3 star
16%
2 star
4%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
My mother has been in Storypoint for a year and a half and she loves it. The staff are wonderful, friendly, helpful and capable. when we need help, they come through. The setting is lovely as well. It is...
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...
See details
Photo of The Fountains of Crystal Lake
1616 Photos available
9.0
Review score
92 reviews
9.0
Review score
92 reviews
5 star
45%
4 star
30%
3 star
20%
2 star
4%
1 star
1%
See all reviews
What stood out to us about this facility is the friendliness and across-the-board kindness of all of the staff. It was a real home like feeling throughout the facility.
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.
The Fountains at Crystal Lake Over twenty years of experience have taught us that today's seniors want more choices and are leading a more active lifestyle than generations before. That's why at Fountains a Crystal Lake we created an Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care...
See details
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing
Photo of Aspen Woods of Vernon Hills
2020 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.0
Review score
63 reviews
9.0
Review score
63 reviews
5 star
68%
4 star
19%
3 star
3%
2 star
0%
1 star
10%
See all reviews
My loved one was previously a resident at Aspen Woods of Vernon Hills. Overall, the staff were great, friendly and helpful but they were usually understaffed. The food, as in most similar places, is not very...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
For the best memory care for your loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia in the Vernon Hills, Illinois area, consider Charter Senior Living assisted living community. We focus exclusively on memory care, providing care that's based on the most up-to-date research, for our residents with...
See details
Photo of Cedar Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care
99 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.2
Review score
73 reviews
9.2
Review score
73 reviews
5 star
77%
4 star
15%
3 star
0%
2 star
3%
1 star
5%
See all reviews
The staff is well trained, caring and work exceedingly well as a team. The facility is bright, cheery, clean and well maintained. The food is good and offers a nice balance of options for its' senior...
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.
Cedar Lake Assisted Living & Memory Care is the premier assisted living community located in southwestern Lake County approximately 37 miles from downtown Chicago. We offer Assisted Living, Transitional Memory Care, and Dementia/Memory Care. Cedar Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care will put...
See details
Photo of Three Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care
1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.9
Review score
60 reviews
8.9
Review score
60 reviews
5 star
57%
4 star
25%
3 star
5%
2 star
5%
1 star
8%
See all reviews
The 4 for activities is not because of what they offer. The activities are great but my Mom doesn't really participate and I wish they would try harder to get her to participate. Based on the experience we...
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.
Three Oaks is the premier assisted living community in Cary, Illinois just north of the Fox River. We offer Assisted Living and Dementia/Memory Care. This newly built retirement community will begin welcoming residents in Spring 2012.We know how difficult change can be, especially for seniors, so...
See details
Photo of Deer Park Village
1717 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
8.8
Review score
63 reviews
8.8
Review score
63 reviews
5 star
50%
4 star
25%
3 star
6%
2 star
8%
1 star
11%
See all reviews
They are awesome! Great value, lots of activities, good food. Their entertainment space at the facility is so nice. They have a roof top deck with a putting green and fire pit area and even a dog run for...
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.
Purposefully designed to offer the benefits of a simpler, more flexible lifestyle, Deer Park Village is a new senior living community for active older adults. Located in a scenic setting near Deer Grove Forest Preserve, this thoughtfully designed residence offers discreet, 24-hour assistance with...
See details
Photo of Azpira Place Lake Zurich
55 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.6
Review score
20 reviews
8.6
Review score
20 reviews
5 star
60%
4 star
35%
3 star
5%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Beautiful place very nice staff but thin. It took too long to have questions answered once my freind was in Most of the issues we’re getting the right medications and finding the proper people to talk to....
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 LivingPathway to Living’s longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Azpira Place of Lake Zurich community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one....
See details
Photo of The Auberge at Lake Zurich
2020 Photos available
8.6
Review score
51 reviews
8.6
Review score
51 reviews
5 star
45%
4 star
35%
3 star
16%
2 star
0%
1 star
4%
See all reviews
We moved mom to be closer to us. They were great with her but with dad passing and her dementia it was hard for her there. Staff was great food excellent.
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.
For nearly 20 years The Auberge at Lake Zurich has been a leader in memory care, focused on providing every resident the best quality of life possible through care that addresses mind, body and spirit. Our dedication to compassion and clinical excellence has made us a leader in the care of those...
See details
Photo of The Sheridan at Green Oaks
1414 Photos available
2222 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion
8.6
Review score
20 reviews
8.6
Review score
20 reviews
5 star
75%
4 star
10%
3 star
0%
2 star
5%
1 star
10%
See all reviews
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.
See details
Photo of Cedarhurst of McHenry
66 Photos available
8.6
Review score
10 reviews
8.6
Review score
10 reviews
5 star
50%
4 star
30%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
20%
See all reviews
It is a lovely place! Facility is stunning, staff is truly amazing! Activities to fit all needs and a place that those who need extra assistance all varied levels can really enjoy! Everyone that worked there...
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.
Cedarhurst of McHenry offers assisted living and memory care services, programs and amenities which allow residents to live the life they want to live.With spacious apartments, cozy community lounges, and areas designated for a variety of activities, Cedarhurst of McHenry offers each resident the...
See details
Photo of Lake Barrington Woods
2020 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.5
Review score
43 reviews
8.5
Review score
43 reviews
5 star
42%
4 star
37%
3 star
19%
2 star
0%
1 star
2%
See all reviews
We helped a friend find an apartment at LBW. The women who showed us the facility, as well as the transitions coordinator, were very helpful and stayed in contact with our friend. The facility is warm,...
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.
Celebrate the freedom, embrace the lifestyle, indulge in the service and cherish each moment of your day. Lake Barrington Woods offers exceptional retirement living with endless opportunities. The essence of our independent lifestyle will come from the serene setting. Beautifully landscaped areas...
See details
Photo of Shepherd Premier Living Crystal Lake II
11 Photo available
8.5
Review score
2 reviews
8.5
Review score
2 reviews
5 star
100%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Like most people in this situation, this was a difficult situation for our family. The people at Shepherd Premier eased our concerns immediately. We went from terrified to excited about my dad moving in. He...
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.
Shepherd Premier Living Crystal Lake II offers assisted living and memory care to seniors and their families in and around Crystal Lake, Illinois. In the quiet rolling green fields and white picket fences of Crystal Lake, it’s easy to forget that this is a suburb of Chicago. But if residents or...
Photo of New Perspective Long Grove
1313 Photos available
Pricing promotions expiring soon
8.4
Review score
29 reviews
8.4
Review score
29 reviews
5 star
60%
4 star
17%
3 star
3%
2 star
3%
1 star
17%
See all reviews
My aunt invited me to their free Sinatra event last week, and it was an absolute blast! We had so much fun listening to "Sinatra" perform all his classic hits. My aunt and I enjoyed some of the best tri-tip...
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.
New Perspective Long Grove is a vibrant community with plenty to offer. Residents can be found soaking up the sun on the spacious patio, enjoying made-from-scratch meals in our dining room, or meeting friends for coffee at the cafe.We believe older adults deserve to live joyfully, affordably, and...
See details
Photo of Alto Grayslake
2020 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.4
Review score
30 reviews
8.4
Review score
30 reviews
5 star
30%
4 star
40%
3 star
10%
2 star
7%
1 star
13%
See all reviews
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....
See details
Photo of Courtyard at McHenry
1919 Photos available
6.0
Review score
48 reviews
6.0
Review score
48 reviews
5 star
59%
4 star
25%
3 star
10%
2 star
2%
1 star
4%
See all reviews
All are 5's. Courtyard is the best! Everyone who works here is caring and professional. I would absolutely recommend the Courtyard at McHenry community to other families based on the experience I have had...
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.
The Courtyard at McHenry is an Independent, Assisted Living Campus with Memory Care located on 13 acres of gorgeous wooded property in the Heart of the Fox River Valley in McHenry, IL. With a quaint downtown district that offers historic buildings and specialty shopping, along with a variety of...
See details
Photo of The Garlands of Barrington a CCRC
1818 Photos available
5 star
82%
4 star
9%
3 star
9%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
My mother seems to be doing very well since her move to The Garlands. At first, it was a bit tough on her, but she is slowly adjusting and enjoying the place. The staff has been great, they are more than...
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.
The Garlands is a unique community for people ages 55 and older that offers residents an uncompromising lifestyle in a resort setting with unprecedented amenities and services. The Garlands homes offer superb construction, thoughtful interior design and the finest quality. They feature large and...
See details
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%
See all reviews
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...

Cost of assisted living in Wauconda, IL

The average cost of senior living in Wauconda is $5,914 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Round Lake Heights, IL with an average of $5,705 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Wauconda, IL vs. nearby cities

Wauconda, IL
$5,914/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Wauconda, IL vs. the state and national average

Wauconda, IL
$5,914/mo
U.S. national average
$4,597/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Wauconda vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,914/mo
$5,953/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Wauconda, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$4,918/mo
Private
$4,500/mo
Studio
$5,449/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,354/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,225/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,543/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Wauconda over time

Wauconda, ILIL stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Wauconda, 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 Wauconda.

What families are saying about assisted living in Wauconda

Recent reviews for assisted living in Wauconda

Emerald Place in Glenview, IL

5.0
Their activities director [name removed] was outstanding, as well as their custodial and support staff team. Truly, but the cost at the time seemed high

Encore Memory Care at Crystal Lake

4.9
They are very friendly & treat the people with respect. They have activities for them & pay attention to their needs. Anyone who has visited my mom has said they are impressed with the facility

Summit of Uptown in Park Ridge, IL

5.0
I can't speak highly enough about this facility. I feel so blessed that we were able to find such a wonderful place for my husband. They did their best to make it be the closest to being home as possible and succeeded totally. The staff are professional, caring, friendly, and everyone goes out ...
Read more

Wauconda review score based on 241 family reviews

8.7
Review score28 facilities241 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 241 reviews of 28 Wauconda assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Wauconda 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

Wauconda review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Wauconda, IL28 facilities
8.8
Island Lake, IL26 facilities
8.7
Port Barrington, IL27 facilities

Review subcategories for Wauconda 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 241 reviews of 28 Wauconda assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Wauconda 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.
Wauconda, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.0
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Wauconda assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wauconda assisted living 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 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 Wauconda that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Wauconda, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
85.7%
51.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
67.9%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
96.4%
56.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
64.3%
29.7%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
67.9%
47.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
85.7%
53%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Wauconda 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 Wauconda Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Wauconda, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
89.3%
50.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
71.4%
31.7%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
71.4%
40.7%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
32.1%
13.4%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wauconda 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 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
64.3%
26.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
75%
39.4%
No sugar
No sugar
75%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60.7%
34.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.9%
13%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Wauconda 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 Wauconda communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wauconda, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
85.7%
30.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
82.1%
41.3%
Room service
Room service
60.7%
35.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
17.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Wauconda 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 Wauconda offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wauconda, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
89.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
67.9%
30.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
85.7%
29.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
85.7%
49.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
89.3%
48.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
92.9%
51.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
67.9%
40.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
82.1%
33.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
82.1%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
89.3%
45.7%
Live performances
Live performances
85.7%
46%
Dances
Dances
75%
28.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
57.1%
23.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
89.3%
44.9%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in Wauconda

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Illinois assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Wauconda protect seniors.

Learn about Illinois Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 28 assisted living facilities near Wauconda, Illinois. See the full list.

Photo cta image

More questions?

Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.

The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top