Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Crystal Lake, IL below include 24 Assisted Living facilities with 501 reviews. On average in Crystal Lake, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.4 out of 5 stars.
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CARING STARS WINNER
965 Brighton Cir, Crystal Lake, IL 60012
4.6
(18 reviews)
"We liked Grand Victorian of Crystal Lake, and they still keep in touch, which is kind of nice to know how they're doing. It's just that my dad does require some extra care. It's typically supposed to be one person assisting all the time, but he has a..."
$3,500
CARING STARS WINNER
717 McHenry Ave., Crystal Lake, IL 60014
4.3
(22 reviews)
"Bickford of Crystal Lake looked clean and they have a lot of activities. They do arts and crafts, they do bingo, they'll have people come in and play music, and they go out and do shopping and things like that. The staff was really good. They seemed ..."
$5,475
CARING STARS WINNER
751 Terra Cotta Avenue, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
4.3
(25 reviews)
"We toured Sunrise of Crystal Lake. I felt my mom wasn't advanced enough to be at Sunrise. It seemed to be for people who were a little more advanced in needing care. I thought the staff was very knowledgeable and passionate about what they do. The fa..."
$5,928
5430 E. Hillside Road, Crystal Lake, IL 60012
4.6
(3 reviews)
"Shepherd Premier of Crystal Lake was very nice. We were given a tour, and our questions were answered. It looked like they engaged the patients very well. They were doing crafts when we came there. The staff was all very informative and helpful...."
$6,000
510 W Northwest Hwy, Barrington, IL 60010
4.3
Eden Vista Barrington, located at 510 W. Northwest Highway in charming Barrington, Illinois, is part of the esteemed Vista Senior Living family. This assisted living and memory care community blends comforting homeliness with attentive care, offering beautifully appointed apartment homes with private bathrooms, independent thermostats, and convenient kitchenettes. Spread across a thoughtfully designed layout, the community fosters intimate neighborhoods that support personalized wellness plans and around‑the‑clock nursing, medication management, and memory care programming. Residents enjoy a rich variety of services and lifestyle-enhancing amenities. The community features a welcoming beauty and barber shop, serene garden and patio spaces, secure gated entry, guest parking, and full-service housekeeping and laundry (for clothing and linens), ensuring both convenience and comfort. Dining is a social affair, with restaurant-style shared meals in the dining room alongside in-room kitchenettes, and the flexibility to host guests at mealtime. With activities such as music sessions, games, arts and crafts, book clubs, and gardening, there's always something engaging to enjoy alongside compassionate daily care. Eden Vista Barrington is celebrated for its warm, professional staff who bring expertise in assisted living and dementia care, delivering a secure and nurturing environment. Safety is prioritized through secure entrances and 24/7 oversight. Located near local attractions like the historic downtown Barrington, nearby shopping, dining, and recreational options—including boutique shops and scenic parks—the community provides meaningful opportunities for residents to stay connected and active. This community’s welcoming ambiance, quality programming, and attentive care make it an ideal place for families seeking both reassurance and vitality for their loved ones. To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Illinois Department of Public Health - Health Care Regulation
$3,500
700 West Fabyan Parkway, Batavia, IL 60510
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We chose Covenant Living at the Holmstad for my mother. She was familiar with it, and she had a friend living there. The rooms were generous in size, and the staff we met was very helpful and very nice. I liked the fact that they had a pool; my mom l..."
$6,787
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1440 Somonauk St, Sycamore, IL 60178
5.0
(4 reviews)
"I toured The Grand Victorian of Sycamore. It was a very welcoming place, very bright, very clean, and had a lot of options. We had a very extensive visit and met a lot of the staff. We learned a lot of things. They were very helpful. The food wasn't ..."
$4,600
825 Carillon Dr, Bartlett, IL 60103
4.8
(7 reviews)
"I'm at The Oaks at Bartlett. The rooms and the layout are excellent. They are spacious. It has a large bedroom and a comfortable front room. The kitchenette is perfectly laid out for ease of use. The amenities are very comfortable and easy to access ..."
$4,058
CARING STARS WINNER
2001 West Algonquin Road, Algonquin, IL 60102
4.8
(18 reviews)
"I have chosen Clarendale of Algonquin. It's the cleanest, the newest, and the most reasonable of all of them I have toured. The staff who gave the tour was very good and very informative. The place was very nice. I enjoyed the tour. The unit I was lo..."
$4,490
1190 Old McHenry Road, Long Grove, IL 60047
4.8
(6 reviews)
"My sister was living at Ciel Senior Living of Long Grove. It's very clean and very friendly. Their approach was excellent. Their food was sufficient, but it could use a variety. My sister's room was more than adequate. It's a nice size. She was in on..."
$4,595
4601 W Yorkhouse Rd, Wadsworth, IL 60083
4.8
(6 reviews)
"I had been to Galloway Senior Living, so it was interesting to see how they have adjusted the facilities to become senior care. I had been there when it was a hotel and a country club because my sister had her wedding reception there, and they did a ..."
$3,900
CARING STARS WINNER
800 Audubon Way, Lincolnshire, IL 60069
4.7
(24 reviews)
"The staff is the friendliest nicest group of people I have ever met. The apartments are gorgeous and the food is fantastic. Stress - free and maintenance free living that’s generally makes you happy. Sedgebrook has such a wonderful environment that I..."
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CARING STARS WINNER
800 South River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
4.7
(55 reviews)
"I am very happy at Brookdale Des Plaines. I love the ladies I have met and have my meals with everyday. The residents and staff and very friendly and will go out of their way to help you. I would recommend Brookdale Des Plaines...."
$2,515
0N801 Friendship Way, Geneva, IL 60134
4.7
(12 reviews)
"My mother will be moving into GreenFields of Geneva. We chose it mostly because of the location. It's very close to one of my other siblings. She'll be going to memory care. I like that there was a separate dining area like each area was separate. It..."
$7,329
CARING STARS WINNER
16 Lilac Ave, Fox Lake, IL 60020
4.6
(19 reviews)
"I toured The Cottages of Fox Lake Assisted Living & Memory Care. I liked it very much. It seemed very homey. The rooms were a little bit bigger, but they were unfurnished. He could bring his little refrigerator and TV. It had a sink and everything in..."
$4,100
CARING STARS WINNER
60 North Nicoll Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
4.6
(68 reviews)
"Brookdale Glen Ellyn was very nice, clean, and well-appointed. The dining facilities looked very nice. The pool and exercise facility were nicely appointed. The room that I was looking at was spacious enough for my needs. Tim, who gave me the tour, w..."
$3,660
CARING STARS WINNER
4501 Concord Lane, Northbrook, IL 60062
4.6
(21 reviews)
"The facilities are well kept with more spacious apartment floorplans than others in a similar location and price point. The activity areas are large and well appointed for the daily activities, entertainment, and educational offerings. Their dining s..."
$4,170
4570 Princeton Lane, Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
4.6
(8 reviews)
"I am the POA for my uncle who lives at the Lake in the Hills home. Not only is it beautiful but the care he receives is outstanding. I am at ease knowing they actually care about him. I receive updates and photos weekly and calls immediately if neede..."
$6,200
CARING STARS WINNER
1515 Barrington Road, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
4.6
(64 reviews)
"In 2024 I lost my husband unexpectantly and was living alone in a large house in Schenectady, NY. It had stairs I had fallen on twice when my husband was alive. My two children live in Chicago and were afraid of me falling again and getting hurt or g..."
$3,365
CARING STARS WINNER
95 Carleton Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
4.6
(39 reviews)
"We moved my mom in back in September of 2024 and we couldn’t be happier with the environment she’s in and care she receives. I wish we made the move earlier as her life has become so much more full as she exercises and socializes throughout the day. ..."
$3,595
Assisted Living
Wendi
5.0
Review of Grand Victorian of Crystal Lake
We liked Grand Victorian of Crystal Lake, and they still keep in touch, which is kind of nice to know how they're doing. It's just that my dad does require some extra care. It's typically supposed...
Assisted Living
Kelly
5.0
Review of Sunrise of Crystal Lake
We toured Sunrise of Crystal Lake. I felt my mom wasn't advanced enough to be at Sunrise. It seemed to be for people who were a little more advanced in needing care. I thought the staff was very...
Assisted Living
Cynthia
5.0
Review of Grand Victorian of Crystal Lake
I toured the Grand Victorian of Crystal Lake, and I liked everything. They had a lot of amenities and nice sitting areas, and the rooms were very nice and big. It was just a lovely place. They have...
Assisted living facilities in Crystal Lake charge an average monthly rate of $4,825, a little over $300 more than the state and national averages. Comparable prices are found in Kankakee at $4,623, while Peoria offers the lowest monthly cost at $4,131. The cost is highest in Rockford and Bloomington, at $5,250 and $5,160, respectively.
Crystal Lake
$4,825
Illinois
$4,488
United States
$4,500
Rockford
$5,250
Kankakee
$4,623
Peoria
$4,131
Bloomington
$5,160
The monthly cost of assisted living depends on amenities and services, averaging $4,825 in Crystal Lake.
In Illinois, Medicaid does not pay for services in assisted living facilities. There are two Medicaid waiver programs available for financial help. The Medicaid 1915(b) Waiver Program, known as the Supported Living Program, and the Medicaid 1915(c) Waiver Program, called the Managed Long-Term Services and Supports Program, provide assistance with the cost of assisted living for those who qualify.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Illinois page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page.
In light of high housing costs in Illinois, assisted living offers an affordable senior care option, costing $4,825 per month. Similar in-home care costs $5,672 for personal caregiver assistance and $5,720 for home health care with added medical services. Seniors living at home with minimal supervision can save significantly by opting for adult day health care for $1,842 a month. However, those who need around-the-clock medical care will pay the highest rate of $6,996 for a semiprivate room in a nursing home facility.
In-Home Care
$5,672
Home Health Care
$5,720
Adult Day Health Care
$1,842
Assisted Living Facility
$4,825
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$6,996
Note: Data for Crystal Lake was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Chicago, was used instead.
Crystal Lake and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Crystal Lake, please visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page.
Crystal Lake Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living facilities in Illinois are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page for more information about these laws.
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