The Best Senior Living Communities in Fox Lake, IL

"They were very hospitable at Gurnee Place Memory Care. They were very kind. They answered all our questions. We're not going to go there because it seems a bit dark. As soon as we walked in, there were a whole bunch of people. I realized it was during their exercise time, but you couldn't even walk through the door without bumping into people. Everyone was very nice. We just didn't like the setup. It was too cramped. I don't want my mom to feel like she is being hidden away. However, the staff who gave the tour was very nice, and the facility was very clean."

"We like Bickford of Gurnee. It's very open. There's a lot of light, a lot of movement, and a lot of activities for them to do. They have a garden in the backyard. My mom hasn't been able to get into her garden in probably a decade because of her knees, and they have raised garden accessible beds, so that's a huge plus for Mom. They have a crossword puzzle club, which is even better for my mom. The price is right around what we need it to be, and they are willing to adjust their pricing if necessary because they're working for the family. I like that they're willing to do that. They gave us some snacks, and they were delicious. We saw what everyone was eating because we came around lunchtime. We saw them preparing the food. It wasn't pre-packaged stuff that was just heated up; they were making the food there, so we really liked that one. I like the building and the layout."

"We toured Theresa's Home Care LLC 1. It was very nice. It seemed very clean. It's a home. It's not like an institution. It's not like a facility, so it's homey, and you get that homey feeling. We only really met with Teresa. There were some nurses there, and the dietary people were there, but we didn't meet them. Teresa was very nice, very welcoming, and warm. They do home-cooked meals. We saw them setting the tables and preparing, because it was getting ready to be dinner time. Their outdoor area was beautiful, with a lot of lawn. They had a recreational area downstairs on that first level where they do bingo or card games, puzzles, and things like that. It's like a mansion. I mean, there's like seven bedrooms and eight bathrooms. It's beautiful. The rooms are shared with patients, and I'm not necessarily saying I like that. There is no option for a private room."

"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 facility looked clean and nice."

"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 really good job. It still has a hotel feel, but also an apartment feel, which is nice because you don't want it to feel like a nursing home. They have a lot of facilities that they had as a country club that are still available: There is a golf course next door, plenty of places to walk, big, spacious meeting rooms, and cute little salon meeting rooms. There is a bunch of stuff that we like, and it's very close, like less than five minutes away from my parents. They have a lot of natural light, and I love that. They gave us an assortment of their baked goods to try. They make them in-house. Lunch was just finishing up, so we saw people eating, and it looked like a good meal. We saw their menus. We had a chance to talk to one of their residents while we were waiting for the person to come and give us the tour. It was nice because it was her and her daughter, so they were giving us the inside scoop on the house. They like this place. We got a lot of positive feedback from that place. We like the people, the atmosphere, and the location."

"I went to Lake Barrington Woods. The lady who met us was very informative and very helpful. She took us on a tour of the facilities. They were very nice, very clean and very modern. We went to one room, which was a two-bedroom and it was very nice. She showed us about eight different floor plans. It seemed like they had a tremendous amount of activities all day. They had a varied menu for the meals. They offer breakfast and dinner every day, seven days a week. They offered a choice of outside parking or inside heated parking. They have a library and a courtyard and a very extensive fitness center. It's very nice and very modern, and the apartment she showed us had a very large kitchen that's well equipped and had large closets. They had a washer and dryer per room. The staff was very helpful, very patient, and very willing to take time for us. The building was very big, and the halls were very long. We did not have any meals, but she gave us a menu for that day and it was very extensive and had lots of choices. All the utilities are included plus they have a deal where you get a button to wear if you need it, so that in case you have an emergency, you just press the button and help comes."

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"I went to Bickford of Crystal Lake, and I love it. They were amazing. Awesome. If we had unlimited funds, there wouldn't be a question; we'd go there. However, they don't work with Medicaid, so mom would run out of funds pretty quickly. Based on her situation, without a formal assessment, they think she would probably be around $8000 a month, and we would run out of money potentially before she passes. She's 93, but we don't know how long she is going to last, obviously, and we would have to move her again. We don't want to do that. We want to find a place that we can settle in, and when her funds run out, we can work with Medicaid. They covered everything about assisted living and memory care. They explained where assisted living was. It's in the same facility, but it's in a different hallway. Their staff was amazing. I spoke with Lisa and Julie, and I loved them both. They were fabulous. I love that they have a monitor system like a watch that goes on the resident's arm, and it allows them to keep track of where that person is. I love that if they fall, it gives an indication to all their staff ,so that the staff don't have to be physically told. It indicates from this monitor that they wear on their wrist. I also love that most of the residents' doors are open, and the residents seem to know all of the staff very well by name. Likewise, they knew all of the residents by name, and they knew family members by name, too. It's a small facility, and it felt like we were visiting a home. I can't say enough good things about it. We just really, really like it. The outside was lovely and very well-maintained. The inside needed some updating, but it's typical. It's not a new place, but it needs maybe some fresh coat of paint and some carpet cleaning, that kind of stuff."

"The apartment is beautifully appointed and ready to move in. Everyone that mom has encountered has been friendly and caring and that includes staff and residents. They go out of their way to make sure she feels seen and taken care of. She enjoys the dining room because she has very nice meals and gets to meet new people every time she goes. Change is difficult, especially as you get older, but the staff has made mom's transition smooth."

"My mother has been at Victory Center for 6 months and I can't say enough good things about them. The atmosphere is very welcoming and the staff is caring and compassionate. My mother has lived with me for over 30 years and, as a working professional, I have a great deal of comfort knowing that she is in a safe environment. She likes the residents and the food and tells me that she is very comfortable."

"I went to StoryPoint Libertyville. It was pretty nice, except that I'm an African American man, and there weren't any African American residents there. I didn't feel as comfortable going there as I would if there had been some African American men or women. They were an excellent facility. The staff members were outstanding. I enjoyed talking to the ladies who escorted us around. They had bingo, and that was nice. They had other games like poker."

Aspen Woods of Vernon Hills, overseen by Sona Senior Living, is near Route 60 and Deerpath Park. As Vernon Hills top assisted living community, we specialize in dementia and Alzheimers care. Our exceptional service encourages residents engagement, family involvement, and team excellence. Our Vernon Hills assisted living and memory care services include meal plans, independent-centric care that enhances dignity and empowers residents, and spacious floor plans. Our memory care services are designed to provide a secure and supportive environment. Aspen Woods is a desirable, compassionate assisted living destination for memory care near Vernon Hills for your loved ones struggling with dementia, Alzheimers, or other memory issues. Were also conveniently located near Mundelein, Libertyville, Bannockburn, Lake Forest, and Lake Bluff, and other locations in the northwest suburbs of Chicago.We are a small boutique-like memory care community. Our bright neighborhoods are themed for recognition. Every detail of the community is centered around our residents. We have 2 exterior courtyards and a beautiful center courtyard for activities and sunning. Our resident kitchen is designed for small group baking activities and our expansive craft room is perfect for Friday flower arranging. Our staff is required to complete monthly continuing education and our staff-to-resident ratios are very low.To learn more about this providers license and review other available state reports, please visit: Illinois Department of Public Health - Health Care Regulation

"It is very clean. The rooms are spacious, and the staff is very accommodating. The caregivers are awesome and my friend seems to like it. She is a level two memory care and they could go up to level six. So, that was a big plus for us. The day that we went to visit her, they gave us some sliders and some pancakes, and the food was good. Once you leave your room in the morning, you can't go back into it unless you need to use the bathroom. The doors are locked and they don't want people hanging out in their room. They have group sessions, tdo arts and crafts, do physical therapy, and play games. She'll play bingo, they watch movies, and they have visitors like dogs that come in. So, they keep the residents pretty active until it's time to go to bed."

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