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Assisted Living Communities in Vernon Hills, Illinois

Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Vernon Hills, IL below include 25 Assisted Living facilities with 1545 reviews. On average in Vernon Hills, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Vernon Hills, IL and Nearby Cities

Wheeling

$6,147

Long Grove

$5,385

Vernon Hills

$4,770

Lake Zurich

$4,503

Buffalo Grove

$4,502

Libertyville

$4,417

US

$4,000

Paying for Assisted Living in Vernon Hills

Assisted Living costs in Vernon Hills start around $4,770 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Vernon Hills and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Vernon Hills

Vernon Hills seniors who meet eligibility requirements may qualify for financial assistance to pay for care in an Illinois assisted living facility. The Supportive Living Program is a Medicaid waiver program that may be used to pay for care available in an assisted living facility. In addition, the Illinois Medicaid-Medicare Alignment Initiative is offered to eligible seniors and disabled people who reside in Lake County to help pay for assisted living care. 

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

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 Vernon Hills

Vernon Hills 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 Vernon Hills, please visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page.

What to Consider About Assisted Living in Vernon Hills

A suburb of Chicago, Vernon Hills is located in Lake County, Illinois. It is home to four assisted living facilities with a further 24 located within proximity to its borders. These facilities are licensed and regulated by the Division of Assisted Living, a branch of the Illinois Department of Health. The area’s assisted living facilities provide seniors with a comfortable place to reside while providing assistance with activities associated with daily living.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Vernon Hills

  • The Vernon Hills Senior Center is designed for seniors who are 55 and older. It features a meeting place, a kitchen area, pool tables, television, library and book club, dance classes and fitness classes.

  • The suburb of Vernon Hills is home to world-class medical facilities, including nearby NorthShore Medical Group, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.

  • Seniors who rely on public transportation in Vernon Hills are served by PACE Bus, which also offers paratransit programs. Seniors can ride the bus at a reduced fare. In addition, Vernon Hills features a senior shuttle and dial-a-ride services.

  • Seniors who value community safety will be pleased to note that Vernon Hills has a low annual crime rate of 1,494, which is well under the national crime rate of 2,837 per 100,000 people.

  • The cost of living in Vernon Hills is well above the national average index. That index in Vernon Hills is 126; the national average is based at 100. Seniors living on a fixed income should take note of this statistic.

  • With an average July high of 82 degrees, Vernon Hills summers are frequently hot and humid. When the heat index is high, seniors with respiratory issues may be advised to stay indoors. The area’s winters are more extreme, however, with inclement weather that could include heavy snowfall and icy conditions. The January average temperature is 12 degrees.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Vernon Hills

Vernon Hills-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensiveset of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities inIllinois are required to follow. Visit our

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Mark.

I visited this facility

Review of Brookdale Vernon Hills

I met with Martha at Brookdale Vernon Hills and I liked what I saw and I'm considering it. Everybody I met was very helpful and very knowledgeable. I liked the place in general. It's very nice and...

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Reviewer#RD0730e

I visited this facility

Review of Brookdale Vernon Hills

Brookdale Vernon Hills was a nice facility, but it was too large for what we were looking for. The rooms were nice. The maintenance seemed fine from what I saw. The dining area was nice but very...

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Assisted Living

Robert

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

Review of Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes

My mother is in Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes. We chose it because one of her neighbors moved in there. We haven't done much decorating other than the furnishings. She's in a studio with assisted...

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