10 Memory Care Facilities near Grayslake, IL
Also serving communities of Lindenhurst.
There are 10 Memory Care Facilities in the Grayslake area, with 1 in Grayslake and 9 nearby.
The average cost of memory care in Grayslake is $5,400 per month. This is higher than the national median of $4,850. Cheaper nearby regions include Gurnee with an average starting cost of $5,313.
To help you with your search, browse the 8 reviews below for memory care facilities in Grayslake. On average, consumers rate memory care in Grayslake 5.0 out of 5 stars.
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Top 10 Memory Care Facilities in Grayslake, IL
Anthology of Grayslake
Sunrise of Gurnee
The Village at Victory Lakes
The Sheridan at Green Oaks
Independence Village Spring Meadows L...
Bickford of Gurnee
Charter Senior Living of Vernon Hills
Paradise Park Assisted Living & Memor...
Autumn Leaves of Gurnee
Green Oaks Senior Living
What to Consider About Memory Care in Grayslake
The village of Grayslake is home to nearly 21,000 residents, roughly 9 percent of whom are aged 65 and over. According to the Alzheimer's Association, seniors are the most likely age group to be diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease. In Lake County, where Grayslake is located, about 9 percent of Medicare beneficiaries aged 65 and over have been diagnosed with Alzheimer's or dementia.
There is one memory care facility in Grayslake proper and an additional eight facilities in nearby cities. In some cases, memory care services may be provided in supportive living facilities, which only serve those with dementia. Alternately, memory care may be provided in assisted living facilities that are properly licensed by Illinois.
- In Illinois, seniors do not pay any state income taxes on retirement income, even income that is taxed at the federal level. This may leave more money for memory care expenses in Grayslake.
- The overall cost of living in Grayslake is a little higher than the state and national average, but healthcare costs are on par with the rest of the country. This may be a consideration for families with tight memory care budgets who are researching facilities in this village.
- According to the American Lung Association, ozone pollution levels are very high in Lake County, including in Grayslake. Because this type of pollution may worsen certain conditions like COPD, the region's air quality may be a concern for some families researching local memory care options.
- Year-round temperatures in Grayslake range between 14 degrees and 82 degrees, and the region has about 192 sunny days annually. It gets more snow than the average U.S. city, receiving 43 inches of snow per year compared to the national average of 26 inches. This may be a concern for families who travel during the winter months to visit loved ones in local memory care facilities.
Paying for Memory Care in Grayslake
Average Monthly Costs
Cities in Illinois
Memory Care costs in Grayslake start around $5,400 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $4,999 per month.
It’s important to note that memory care rates in Grayslake 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 Memory Care in Grayslake
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Memory Care in Illinois page.
More Ways to Pay for Memory Care
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for memory care, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance memory care costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance memory care, visit our Memory Care in Illinois page.
Free Memory Care 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 a memory care 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 memory care resources in Grayslake, please visit our Memory Care in Illinois page.
Directory of Winners in the Grayslake Area
Memory Care Laws and Regulations in Grayslake
Grayslake-area memory care communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all memory care communities in Illinois are required to follow. Visit our Memory Care in Illinois page for more information about these laws.
Memory Care near Grayslake, IL
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Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Grayslake
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Review of Anthology of Grayslake
I was impressed with Anthology of Grayslake. It was very clean, the rooms are an adequate size, and they have plenty of activities. I couldn't complain as far as they offered. They're a little on t... Read more
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Review of Anthology of Grayslake
My father is in Travanse Senior Living at Grayslake. It's an assisted living community with memory care. He's in the memory care side. It's a new facility. It's been there just a year, so it's very... Read more
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