Best Assisted Living Facilities in North Chicago, IL
Find local assisted living and retirement communities in the North Chicago, IL area.
There is 1 senior living facility in North Chicago, ranging from independent living communities to nursing homes. Costs, amenities, and levels of care will vary significantly depending on your chosen community, though the average cost of assisted living in the city is $5,979 per month. This guide will discuss the best senior living options in North Chicago to help you find the community that's the right fit for you or a loved one.
- Chicago, IL
- Naperville, IL
- Aurora, IL
- Joliet, IL
- Elgin, IL
- Arlington Heights, IL
- Crystal Lake, IL
- St. Charles, IL
- Evanston, IL
- Skokie, IL
- Park Ridge, IL
- Des Plaines, IL
- Downers Grove, IL
- Glenview, IL
- Northbrook, IL
- Valparaiso, IN
- Crown Point, IN
- Orland Park, IL
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Agape Home Care Agency - North Chicago, IL
3301 Beacon St., Unit 72, North Chicago, IL 60064 (0.7 mi from city center)Agape Home Care Agency provides live-in and hourly home care services for clients of all ages in their homes.
Healthcare Plus Team Waukegan
2215 Belvidere Rd, Waukegan, IL 60085 (2.2 mi from city center)Healthcare Plus provides non-medical home care services under the Community Care Program (CCP) licensed by the Illinois Department on Aging (IDOA).
Lilac Ledge
542 Washington St, Waukegan, IL 60085 (3.2 mi from city center)Lilac Ledge Apartments offers high-rise senior apartments in Waukegan, IL, with studio and one-bedroom homes featuring modern amenities and timeless classic styling.
Balmoral Care Center
1101 Pembridge Dr, Lake Forest, IL 60045 (4 mi from city center)Balmoral Care Center at Lake Forest Place offers skilled nursing care in a warm, home-like setting with 24/7 medical attention and personalized support.
Green Oaks Senior Living
14595 W Rockland Rd, Libertyville, IL 60048 (4 mi from city center)Green Oaks Senior Living offers Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care for seniors in Libertyville, IL.
Heritage Woods of Gurnee
3775 Grand Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031 (4 mi from city center)Heritage Woods of Gurnee provides a wonderful residential alternative to a nursing home or to struggling alone at home.
Lake Forest Place Independent Living, a CCRC
1100 Pembridge Dr., Lake Forest, IL 60045 (4.1 mi from city center)Lake Forest Place is a luxury senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation services.
The Sheridan at Green Oaks
29330 N Waukegan Rd, Lake Bluff, IL 60044 (4.7 mi from city center)The Sheridan at Green Oaks offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care on a 30-acre campus with extensive walking paths and luxurious amenities.
FirstLight Home Care of Libertyville, IL
1580 S. Milwaukee Ave., Suite 201, Libertyville, IL 60048 (4.7 mi from city center)FirstLight Home Care of Libertyville provides non-medical in-home care services including companion care, personal care, and dementia care.
Amada Senior Care of Northern Illinois - Gurnee, IL
1800 Nations Dr. Suite 117, Gurnee, IL 60031 (5.3 mi from city center)Amada Senior Care of Northern Illinois provides comprehensive, non-medical, in-home care to seniors in the Gurnee area.
Gurnee Place Memory Care
505 N. Hunt Club Road, Gurnee, IL 60031 (5.5 mi from city center)Gurnee Place Memory Care provides a warm and enriching environment for people with Alzheimer's or another memory loss illness.
SYNERGY HomeCare of Gurnee
223 North Route 21, Gurnee, IL 60031 (5.5 mi from city center)SYNERGY HomeCare of Gurnee provides in-home care services including companionship, personal assistance, live-in care, and specialized care for seniors and individuals with various needs.
ACASA Senior Care of Lake Forest, IL
100 S Saunders Rd Ste 150, Lake Forest, IL 60045 (5.8 mi from city center)ACASA Senior Care of Lake Forest, IL provides in-home care services for seniors, including memory care, transportation, meal preparation, personal care, companionship, light housekeeping, and medication reminders.
StoryPoint Libertyville
901 Florsheim Rd, Libertyville, IL 60048 (5.8 mi from city center)StoryPoint Libertyville is a senior living community offering independent living, enhanced living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care options.
Bickford of Gurnee
301 S Hunt Club Rd, Gurnee, IL 60031 (5.9 mi from city center)Bickford of Gurnee offers assisted living and memory care services in a family-owned and operated facility.
Sunrise of Gurnee
500 North Hunt Club Road, Gurnee, IL 60031 (6.4 mi from city center)Sunrise of Gurnee is a senior living community offering assisted living and memory care services.
Alto Grayslake
1865 E Belvidere Rd, Grayslake, IL 60030 (7.3 mi from city center)Alto Grayslake is a senior living community offering assisted living and memory care services.
Brookdale Vernon Hills
145 North Milwaukee Avenue, Vernon Hills, IL 60061 (7.4 mi from city center)Brookdale Vernon Hills is a senior living community offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Vernon Hills, IL.
Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Assisted Living
10 East Hawthorn Parkway, Vernon Hills, IL 60061 (7.5 mi from city center)Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes is an Assisted Living and Independent Living community located in Vernon Hills, Illinois, offering a range of care services and amenities.
Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Independent Living
10 East Hawthorn Parkway, Vernon Hills, IL 60061 (7.5 mi from city center)Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes is an Assisted Living and Independent Living community located at 10 East Hawthorn Parkway in Vernon Hills, IL, offering a blend of independence and support with comprehensive care and medical services.
Aspen Woods of Vernon Hills
500 Atrium Dr, Vernon Hills, IL 60061 (7.7 mi from city center)Aspen Woods of Vernon Hills is a senior living facility specializing in dementia and Alzheimer's care, offering assisted living and memory care services.
Victory Centre of Vernon Hills
97 W Phillip Road, Vernon Hills, IL 60061 (7.8 mi from city center)Victory Centre of Vernon Hills is a senior living community offering supportive living apartments for adults 65 and over and independent living apartments for adults 62 and over.
The Laurel at Vernon Hills
350 S Milwaukee Ave, Vernon Hills, IL 60061 (7.9 mi from city center)The Laurel at Vernon Hills Memory Care provides compassionate, connected memory care to serve people with Alzheimer’s Disease and other forms of dementia.
Warren Barr North Shore/ Red Oaks of Highland Park
2773 Skokie Valley Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035 (8 mi from city center)Warren Barr North Shore offers post-hospital care and rehabilitation services, blending the comfort and elegance of a 5-star hotel with the efficiency of a first-rate healthcare facility.
Barton Senior Residences of Zion
3500 Sheridan Rd, Zion, IL 60099 (8.1 mi from city center)Barton Senior Residences of Zion offers affordable assisted living with a lifestyle of active independence, providing a worry-free, secure, and comfortable place to call home.
Map of Assisted Living in North Chicago
Find the right senior living community by location- Agape Home Care Agency - North Chicago, IL
- Healthcare Plus Team Waukegan
- Lilac Ledge
- Balmoral Care Center
- Green Oaks Senior Living
- Heritage Woods of Gurnee
- Lake Forest Place Independent Living, a CCRC
- The Sheridan at Green Oaks
- FirstLight Home Care of Libertyville, IL
- Amada Senior Care of Northern Illinois - Gurnee, IL
- Gurnee Place Memory Care
- SYNERGY HomeCare of Gurnee
- ACASA Senior Care of Lake Forest, IL
- StoryPoint Libertyville
- Bickford of Gurnee
- Sunrise of Gurnee
- Alto Grayslake
- Brookdale Vernon Hills
- Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Assisted Living
- Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Independent Living
- Aspen Woods of Vernon Hills
- Victory Centre of Vernon Hills
- The Laurel at Vernon Hills
- Warren Barr North Shore/ Red Oaks of Highland Park
- Barton Senior Residences of Zion
Senior Living Statistics for North Chicago, Illinois
Average Senior Living Costs by Housing Type
There are many options for senior housing in North Chicago, Illinois, starting at an average of $5,979 per month for assisted living. Other options include independent living at $4,643 per month, memory care at $6,037 per month, and several nursing home room styles ranging from $5,905 to $6,331 per month.
| Housing Type | Average Monthly Cost |
|---|---|
| Assisted Living | $5,979 |
| Memory Care | $6,037 |
| Independent Living | $4,643 |
| Nursing Home: Private Room | $6,204 |
| Nursing Home: Semi-Private Room | $6,250 |
| Nursing Home: Studio | $6,331 |
| Nursing Home: One Bedroom | $6,320 |
| Nursing Home: Two Bedroom | $5,905 |
Average Cost of Assisted Living in North Chicago
Assisted living costs in North Chicago average 5979 per month, which is noticeably higher than the cost in nearby cities. For example, in Zion, the average cost is $5,242 per month, while in Old Mill Creek, it is $5,464 per month. North Chicago is also above the Illinois state average of $5,101 and well above the national average of $4,546.
| City | Average Monthly Cost |
|---|---|
| North Chicago | $5,979 |
| Zion | $5,242 |
| Old Mill Creek | $5,464 |
Here is how the average cost of assisted living in North Chicago compares to Illinois and the national average:
| Area | Average Monthly Cost |
|---|---|
| North Chicago | $5,979 |
| Illinois | $5,101 |
| United States | $4,546 |
Senior Living Availability in North Chicago
There are many assisted living communities to choose from in and around North Chicago. North Chicago has 1 senior living facility, the surrounding area has 642 communities, and the state of Illinois has 964 facilities.
North Chicago
Surrounding Area
Illinois
North Chicago Senior Demographics
15.5% of North Chicago residents are seniors, making them a notable portion of the population. Breaking it down, 6.1% are in their 50s, 5.2% in their 60s, 2.5% in their 70s, and 1.7% are over 80. In terms of marital status, 26.7% are married, 7.8% are divorced, 62.5% have never married, and 3% are widowed. Looking at the city's diversity, 38.6% are Hispanic, 39.5% are White, 24.7% are Black, and 15.3% are of mixed race. With 60% male and 40% female, the gender ratio reflects a predominance of male residents.
Population
North Chicago has a population of 30,772.- 60% Male
- 40% Female
Marital Status
- 26.7% Married
- 7.8% Divorced
- 62.5% Never Married
- 3% Widowed
Age
Seniors make up about 15.5% of the population.- 6.1% in their 50s
- 5.2% in their 60s
- 2.5% in their 70s
- 1.7% in their 80s
Diversity
- 39.5% White
- 24.7% Black
- 4.9% Asian
- 1.9% Native
- 0.1% Pacific
- 13.6% Identifying as Other
- 15.3% Mixed Race
- 38.6% Hispanic
Additional Cities with Assisted Living Near North Chicago
The average cost of senior living in cities near North Chicago, Illinois varies widely. Some of the more affordable options include Valparaiso ($3,970 per month) and Crown Point ($4,036 per month). A few moderately-priced options include Orland Park ($5,294 per month) and Joliet ($5,366 per month). Some of the most expensive options include Arlington Heights ($6,056 per month), Crystal Lake ($6,067 per month), and Northbrook ($5,983 per month).
| City | Average Monthly Cost |
|---|
| City | Average Monthly Cost |
|---|---|
| Chicago | $5,666 |
| Naperville | $5,598 |
| Aurora | $5,646 |
| Joliet | $5,366 |
| Elgin | $5,967 |
| Arlington Heights | $6,056 |
| Crystal Lake | $6,067 |
| St. Charles | $5,832 |
| Evanston | $5,908 |
| City | Average Monthly Cost |
|---|---|
| Skokie | $5,921 |
| Park Ridge | $5,887 |
| Des Plaines | $5,961 |
| Downers Grove | $5,659 |
| Glenview | $5,963 |
| Northbrook | $5,983 |
| Valparaiso | $3,970 |
| Crown Point | $4,036 |
| Orland Park | $5,294 |
Senior Living Ratings Methodology
Our experts spent over 50 hours researching the best communities in each city, focusing on these key factors.
Available Care
We value communities that offer more than standard living services, such as memory care and independent living. We think this is beneficial for older adults, as it allows a community to meet your changing needs over time.
Amenities
Amenities can help an assisted living community feel like a luxury resort or a home away from home. Our research focuses on communities that offer extra perks and benefits for seniors to enjoy.
Location
Location can be important. Since many seniors like to have certain comforts nearby, we look at communities close to parks, shopping areas, hospitals, museums, and other practical or entertaining points of interest.
Reviews
We read through dozens of reviews for every single contender and include a summary of our findings. In most cases, we see common themes regarding positive and negative feedback about each community. Just remember not to take individual reviews at face value.
Cost
Assisted living costs vary greatly based on the facility and level of care. We considered communities that are suitable for various budgets and offer solid value. All prices listed are from community websites.