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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Grayslake, IL for 2024

 

The historical community of Grayslake is listed on the AARP Network of Age-Friendly States and Communities, and its senior population accounts for about 12% of its 21,000 residents. It creates a welcoming environment for older adults through retiree-friendly tax laws, access to affordable transportation services and high access to medical care. The village also has numerous assisted living facilities to meet the needs of those seeking a low-maintenance lifestyle with access to personalized assistance.

Assisted living facilities are ideal for older adults who don't have extensive medical needs but find certain everyday activities challenging. These facilities provide help with personal care according to individualized care plans, along with social and recreational activities, housekeeping services and daily meals. Some facilities have luxury amenities, such as spas, hair salons and therapy pools, and many accommodate pets. In general, seniors in Grayslake pay $4,825 per month for this type of care, although rates vary depending on amenities and, in some cases, fee structures. This is a little high compared to state and national norms. 

This guide outlines common ways seniors in Grayslake pay for assisted living. It also highlights resources that can help prospective residents navigate the system. 

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Grayslake

The Illinois Department of Public Health licenses and sets minimum standards for assisted living facilities in Grayslake and the rest of the state. Through this agency, individuals can find detailed information on the rules facilities follow in relation to building requirements, scope of care and staffing. The department also has an online complaint form and a 24-hour hotline. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Grayslake

 

  • Grayslake is listed on the AARP Age-Friendly Network, indicating that it’s a welcoming place for residents of all ages. It has a livability score of 55, putting it in the top half of U.S. communities, and it rates particularly well in metrics such as transportation, health and environment.
  • The air quality in the Grayslake region is relatively poor, with the American Lung Association giving the region a failing grade for ozone pollution. This indicates a high number of high-ozone days, which may be a consideration for those with heart or breathing conditions. To help residents stay safe and comfortable, assisted living communities typically organize indoor activities throughout the year, and many have air purification systems.
  • Illinois’s state income tax laws are friendly toward retirees, which may help older adults afford assisted living fees in Grayslake. Social Security benefits, pension income and withdrawals from retirement savings accounts are tax-exempt. Property and sales taxes are among the highest in the nation, but those in residential care may be less burdened by these expenses.
  • Grayslake residents aged 60 and over can obtain transportation services through Ride Lake County, a Dial-a-Ride service that provides curb-to-curb transportation. This service operates 7 days per week between 6 a.m. and 6 p.m., and seniors can make reservations up to 7 days in advance.   
  • While there are no hospitals in Grayslake, a dozen hospitals are located within a 20-mile radius of the city in communities such as Zion and Kenosha, WI. Local health care costs are in line with national norms, and there are about 290 doctors per capita versus 210 nationally, which may result in short wait times to see primary care providers and specialists.
  • July is the hottest and most humid month in Grayslake with daytime temperatures in the low-80s, which is cool compared to statewide norms. Winters are chilly with lows in the teens, and the city gets about 43 inches of annual snowfall, including an average of 13 inches in January. Assisted living facilities typically have individual climate controls in residents’ apartments, helping them stay comfortable regardless of the season.

 

Paying for Assisted Living in Grayslake

 

Grayslake seniors pay $4,825 per month for assisted living.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

In Grayslake, assisted living communities charge monthly median rates of $4,825, which is a few hundred dollars more than the state norm of $4,488 and the national average of $4,500. Even so, the city is a budget-friendly alternative to Bloomington, where rates are $335 higher, and Rockford, where facilities charge $5,250 for care. Care costs in Kankakee are more affordable at $4,623, and prospective assisted living residents may save about $700 per month by opting for care in Peoria.

Grayslake

$4,825

Illinois

$4,488

United States

$4,500

Rockford

$5,250

Kankakee

$4,623

Bloomington

$4,623

Peoria

$4,131

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living facilities charge $4,825 per month for services, about $2,200 less than nursing home care, which starts at $6,996. Residential care is a budget-friendly alternative to obtaining home-based services, which average $5,672 for nonmedical in-home care and $5,720 for skilled home health care, but seniors may save about $3,000 per month by opting for adult day health care.

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 Grayslake was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Chicago, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Grayslake

Illinois has nine waiver programs for many home and community based services that include assisted living. These programs are tailored for a variety of specific needs.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Illinois page.

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More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

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:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Grayslake

Grayslake 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 Grayslake, please visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Grayslake

 

Grayslake Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page for more information about these laws.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Illionois

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Julie

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Alto Grayslake

My mom stayed at Alto Grayslake. What I liked least was that for a year, I tried to get them to crush my mom's pills because she had a polyp in her throat that she couldn't swallow pills whole, and...

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Suzanne

I am/was a resident of this facility

Review of Alto Grayslake

I am a resident of Anthology of Grayslake. What I liked best is pretty much everything. I love my room. I think the staff here, for the most part, are very efficient, very friendly, and very...

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Mary

I visited this facility

Review of Alto Grayslake

Anthology of Grayslake used the same therapy company that my sister's using today, so I found that to be a real plus. Their workout therapy room was very, very nice. The rooms were nice and the...

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