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

Gurnee is a welcoming village in Lake County with nearly 31,000 residents and a senior community that makes up about 13% of the population. Its modest cost of living and low violent crime rate make it an attractive retirement option, while high access to health care accommodates those managing ongoing health conditions.

In Gurnee, assisted living facilities charge a monthly median rate of $5,450, which is high compared to the state average of $4,488 and the national norm of $4,500. This fee covers housing, three meals daily, housekeeping and individualized care plans. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who don’t need the intensive medical care and monitoring nursing homes provide but who need a helping hand with daily living activities. Many assisted living facilities have on-site amenities such as libraries, swimming pools and fitness centers, and some allow pets.

Through this guide, readers can learn more about assisted living in Gurnee, including financial assistance and funding options that many residents use to pay for services. The guide also lists free assisted living resources for seniors in Gurnee and highlights some laws and regulations local facilities follow.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Gurnee

The Illinois Department of Health, Division of Assisted Living, licenses and regulates assisted living facilities in Gurnee and the rest of the state. This division publishes up-to-date information on the rules residential facilities follow, and it has a complaint form for individuals to report incidents of noncompliance or substandard care or living conditions.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Gurnee

  • The cost of living in Gurnee is consistent with state and national norms, which may make it a financially viable option for seniors with limited budgets. While most living expenses in the city are relatively affordable, including housing, utilities and transportation, miscellaneous expenses such as restaurant meals, repair services and clothing are relatively expensive here. Opting for assisted living may help seniors avoid some unexpected living costs.
  • While property crime is comparatively prevalent here, violent crime is highly unusual. The city rates 59.7 for property-related offenses and 8.8 for violent crime compared to national scores of 22.7 and 35.4 on a 100-point crime index. Many assisted living facilities have security features such as surveillance cameras and alarm systems, keeping residents safe.
  • Summers in Gurnee are comfortable with daytime temperatures in the high 70s to low 80s. However, winters are cold and snowy with lows in the teens and about 43 inches of seasonal snowfall. Assisted living facilities often have individual climate control to help residents stay comfortable year-round.
  • There are 290 doctors per capita in Gurnee, which is about 30% more than the national norm. While there are no major medical facilities in the village, several major hospitals are within 15 miles of the city center, including Northwestern Medicine Lake Forest Hospital and Advocate Condell Medical Center. Health care costs in this city are consistent with national norms.
  • Most types of retirement income are exempt from taxation at the state level, including Social Security benefits, public and private pension income and withdrawals from retirement accounts. This may help seniors’ retirement income cover local assisted living costs.
  • The American Lung Association gives Lake County, where Gurnee is located, an F for ozone pollution. While seniors may want to track high-ozone days and stay inside when necessary, assisted living facilities provide indoor recreational options throughout the year to help residents stay healthy and engaged.
  • Seniors in Gurnee have access to county-funded transportation services, making it easy to navigate the region without a vehicle. The county also operates Ride Lake, a reservation-based paratransit service for those aged 60 and over.

Paying for Assisted Living in Gurnee

In Gurnee, assisted living residents pay average monthly rates of $5,450.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Gurnee’s assisted living facilities charge approximately $5,450 per month for care, which is about $1,000 higher than state and national norms. Seniors in Rockford pay $5,250 for care for a potential monthly savings over Gurnee’s norm, and in Chicago, rates are even lower at $4,825. Farther south in Kankakee, seniors pay $4,623 for services, and rates in Peoria are competitive at $4,131.

Gurnee

$5,450

Illinois

$4,488

United States

$4,500

Rockford

$5,250

Chicago

$4,825

Kankakee

$4,623

Peoria

$4,131

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

At $5,450 per month, assisted living is among the more moderately priced care options in Gurnee. Seniors pay several hundred dollars per month more for in-home care and home health care, which cost $5,720. This monthly rate only covers care, not living expenses such as housing and meals, further driving up the cost compared to assisted living. Adult day health care is considerably more cost-effective at $1,300, but nursing home care is more expensive at $9,977.

In-Home Care

$5,720

Home Health Care

$5,720

Adult Day Health Care

$1,300

Assisted Living Facility

$5,450

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$9,977

Note: Data for Gurnee was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Racine, WI, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Gurnee

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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 & Low-Cost Assisted Living Resources in Gurnee

The Gurnee region has several nonprofit agencies and programs that serve seniors through information and referral services, options counseling and financial and legal advice. Through the following resource table, older adults can get help with covering long-term care services, connecting with social and recreational programming and navigating the assisted living move-in process.

ResourceContactService
Senior Center(847) 244-1101The local senior center has a fully outfitted fitness center with low-impact aerobic equipment, as well as a café, a library and activity rooms. It hosts a variety of programs for those aged 55 and over, including fitness classes, games and a durable medical equipment lending closet.
AgeGuide(800) 528-2000AgeGuide has information specialists who listen to seniors’ needs and refer them to appropriate community-based programs such as transportation providers, financial and legal advisors and nutrition counselors. The agency also assists seniors with applying for state and federal benefits that may cover medical and assisted living expenses.
Volunteer Opportunities(847) 377-2000Seniors in Gurnee have access to a range of volunteer opportunities throughout the county, letting them serve their community in the capacity that fits their interests, experiences and abilities. Placement opportunities may include the local sheriff’s office, parks, the courthouse, schools, museums and libraries.
Veterans Services(847) 377-2575The local Veterans Services Office operates the Veterans Assistance Commission, which administers financial assistance, VA pension, Aid and Attendance and disability compensation. It can also help veterans connect with community-based services and programs, such as prescription drug assistance and medical transportation.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(888) 401-8200The long-term care ombudsman program can help assisted living residents in Gurnee get the quality of care they deserve. They can help seniors and families assess ways to pay for assisted living, understand residents’ rights and determine what to do in instances of involuntary discharges.
Prairie State Legal Services(800) 942-3940Prairie State Legal Services provides free legal advice and assistance to those aged 60 and over in the Gurnee region. Seniors can contact the office for help with applying for public and veterans’ benefits and understanding the terms of their assisted living contracts.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Gurnee

Gurnee 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.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Illionois

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Joseph

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Review of Bickford of Gurnee

A loved one was a resident of Bickford of Gurnee. She stayed there for a while. It was a very nice facility. It offered good food, and the staff was friendly. The only bad thing is, I think, they...

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Marcia

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Review of Bickford of Gurnee

My tour at Bickford of Gurnee was wonderful. I got there and they were doing activities. Abby was the person that I talked with. She took me into a room and she asked me some questions about my...

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Heritage Woods of Gurnee seems like a nice place. I completed an application and went in to have my nursing evaluation. It wasn't until then that the nurse asked me how old I was, and at the time I...

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