The 10 Best Memory Care Facilities in Grayslake, IL for 2023
Also serving communities of Lindenhurst.
There are 12 Memory Care Facilities in the Grayslake area, with 2 in Grayslake and 10 nearby.
The average cost of memory care in Grayslake is $5,190 per month. This is lower than the national median of $5,349. Cheaper nearby regions include Libertyville with an average starting cost of $5,125.
To help you with your search, browse the 20 reviews below for memory care facilities in Grayslake. On average, consumers rate memory care in Grayslake 4.7 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Fox Lake with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped thousands of families find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about memory care options and costs in Grayslake, call (855) 863-8283.
Directory of Memory Care Facilities in Grayslake, IL
Stonebridge Senior Home Care
Anthology of Grayslake
StoryPoint Libertyville
Sunrise of Gurnee
The Village at Victory Lakes
The Cottages of Fox Lake Assisted Liv...
Bickford of Gurnee
Charter Senior Living of Vernon Hills
Galloway Senior Living
The Sheridan at Green Oaks
Gurnee Place Memory Care
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
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Memory Care costs in Grayslake start around $5,190 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of memory care is $5,525 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.
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Recent Reviews of Memory Care in Grayslake
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Review of Stonebridge Senior Home Care
I went to Stonebridge Senior Home Care yesterday. I kind of like that. They had no problem with my mom bringing her dog, which is nice. They seemed a lot more flexible for whatever. Right now, my m... Read more
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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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