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If your loved one needs memory care in Diamond Lake, A Place for Mom can help. With 37 memory care facilities in Diamond Lake, we’ll work with you to find the right fit for your family member’s budget, interests, and care needs.

Alzheimer’s care in Diamond Lake incorporates memory care activities and therapies to reduce residents’ confusion and agitation. Diamond Lake memory care also provides security features and supervision, along with trained staff. If you’re considering dementia care in Diamond Lake, know it’s a safe setting for your older relative.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Dunning, Norwood Park and Forest Glen.
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Photo of Alto Grayslake
2020 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.7
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31 reviews
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31 reviews
5 star
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I would definitely tell them to take a look. Inquire about services. Have a meal there and ask to see a room and the activity schedule! There are monthly family night activities which my siblings and I have...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Beyond the hum of the city, where old-growth trees and acres of pristine forest stretch out under wide-open skies, you can find a place where residents pursue aspirational living each day. Alto Grayslake is a new kind of senior living community in the historic small town of Grayslake, Illinois....
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7.9
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33 reviews
7.9
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33 reviews
5 star
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The people from the director to the staff are wonderful- you get the feeling money is an issue- things could be nicer/ better maintained but the needs, people and food are nice enough. For accuracy the...
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Harbor House in Wheeling, IL, is dedicated to serving individuals with Alzheimer's disease and related disorders. It is our mission to provide a residence in the least-restrictive, safe environment that affords a quality of care beyond all industry standards. It is our philosophy to show respect...
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33 Floor plans available
5 star
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In house visiting nurse practitioner is excellent. Executive staff is trying; much upheaval. Polite and helpful initial entry. Clean and organized. Safe. Nursing staff is non-communicative. Dining is...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Our longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Victory Centre of Vernon Hills community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one. Above all else, this is your life...
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1.5
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27 reviews
1.5
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27 reviews
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3 star
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My mother has being in the facility for over two years, and we can said enough of the great care she has received from all the staff. We look at many facilities before and they were very impersonal and cold...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Let our 24/7 nursing care put your mind at ease at our Wealshire Plus Assisted Living Campus. Our Sheltered Care license allows us to achieve a true Continuum of Care, providing the extra "plus" care for your loved one you won't find at a standard Assisted Living. At the Wealshire, couples can...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
For today’s independent older adults, Presbyterian Homes’ Lake Forest Place is a Life Plan Community with the perfect combination of sophisticated retirement living and total peace of mind. Located on 60 beautifully wooded acres, Lake Forest Place offers apartment and cottage residences just...
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My friend has lived at Shepherd Premier Senior Living for 3 months. A small boutique center where she is well cared for. Private, clean rooms, attentive staff, meals prepared by staff. They respond to her...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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6.5
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11 reviews
6.5
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11 reviews
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9%
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46%
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There has been staff transitions that have made billing/care more difficult to manage recently. I'm hopeful that once settled things will be back to normal. I would like to mention that [name removed] the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Bickford isn’t just another senior living community. Our caregiver family is committed to ensuring that every resident lives their most fulfilling life. Here, your loved one will savor meals made from scratch, always have a dedicated caregiver by their side, and enjoy a vibrant social calendar. A...
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My mother seems to be doing very well since her move to The Garlands. At first, it was a bit tough on her, but she is slowly adjusting and enjoying the place. The staff has been great, they are more than...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Garlands is a unique community for people ages 55 and older that offers residents an uncompromising lifestyle in a resort setting with unprecedented amenities and services. The Garlands homes offer superb construction, thoughtful interior design and the finest quality. They feature large and...
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55 Floor plans available
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We chose Waverly Inn because the quality of the services offered and the location is close to me as well. It is a smaller facility with only about 60 residents. The building is built in a circle so that...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Waverly Inn Memory Care Community, a Koelsch Community, and family owned since 1958 is located in the Village of Arlington Heights.Along with excellence in care, Waverly Inn Memory Care Community will offer full meals, vibrant mental and physical activities 7 days a week, scheduled social outings...
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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My greatest regret about Wellshire is that we didn’t find it sooner. If my mother had been able to start her assisted living years in the arms of Wellshire, I believe that she would still be the bright...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Just a short ride north of Chicago, on 20 beautifully manicured acres in suburban Lincolnshire, is a one-of-a-kind skilled nursing residence renowned the world over. Owned and operated by a single family with over 80 years devoted to skilled nursing, The Wealshire is built and staffed from the...
Photo of Harbor House
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Photo of Harbor House
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Photo of Prairieview At The Garlands
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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5 star
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We have no real complaints so far. Based on our experiences talking to other facilities, I would say Weinberg is above average as a whole. Like any place, there's room for improvement. But there isn't...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Conveniently located in Deerfield, the Weinberg Community for Senior Living is a beautiful campus surrounded by sculptures and lush landscaping. The Weinberg Community features two distinct residences, Gidwitz Place for Assisted Living and The Friend Center for Early Alzheimer's Care. Gidwitz...

Cost of memory care in Diamond Lake, IL

The average cost of senior living in Diamond Lake is $5,877 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Third Lake, IL with an average of $5,747 per month.

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Diamond Lake, IL vs. nearby cities

Diamond Lake, IL
$5,877/mo
$5,938/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Diamond Lake, IL vs. the state and national average

Diamond Lake, IL
$5,877/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Average monthly cost of Memory Care in Diamond Lake vs. other types of senior living

Memory Care
$5,877/mo

Median monthly costs of Memory Care in Diamond Lake, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$5,140/mo
Studio
$5,962/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,166/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,383/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,724/mo

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What families are saying about memory care in Diamond Lake

Recent reviews for memory care in Diamond Lake

Parkside Manor in Kenosha, WI

5.0
I can only comment about the memory unit. Those girls worked hard to maintain order and keep up. I thought to myself a few times that however much money they are making probably isn't enough. It takes a special person to that job.

Churchill Place in Glen Ellyn, IL

5.0
Based on our experience I would recommend. So far everything has been very good no problems and everyone has been great and easy to work with.

Silver Glen Senior Living in South Elgin, IL

4.7
I would definitely recommend Silver Glen Senior Living to others. The facility itself is great, the rooms are really nice, and everyone seems so nice and welcoming. Another great thing they have is they work with a company that provides Physical therapy, Speech and OT on the premises.. so ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and friendly staff. Several reviews praise the friendly and caring nature of the staff at their community. At The Laurel at Vernon Hills, the staff are described as kind and attentive, highlighting their personalized approach towards residents and their families. At Encore at South Barrington, the staff are men ...
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Active and engaging activities. Residents appreciate the range of activities offered at their communities, which help keep them engaged and active. For instance, at The Laurel at Vernon Hills, residents enjoy a full schedule of activities and games, while Deer Park Village mentions the availability of entertainment from lo ...
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Peaceful and homelike surroundings. Reviews often mention the peacefulness and homelike atmosphere of their communities. At Gurnee Place Memory Care, the surroundings are described as peaceful and quiet, providing residents with a sense of tranquility. Residents at Aspen Woods of Vernon Hills feel at ease and content in their ...
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Comprehensive medical care on-site. A crucial feature for many families is the availability of on-site medical care. At Encore at South Barrington, the medical care is praised for being outstanding, with regular check-ins and prompt responses to concerns. The nursing staff at The Landing on Dundee Senior Living are commended f ...
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Communication and transparency with families. Clear communication between staff and families is essential for peace of mind and ensuring the best care for loved ones. At The Laurel at Vernon Hills, the staff are recognized for their responsiveness and accessibility, making families feel informed and involved. The directors at Encore at S ...
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Personalized care plans for residents. Individualized care plans tailored to each resident's unique needs are essential for ensuring their well-being and happiness. At Green Oaks Senior Living, the staff take the time to understand each resident's requirements and create tailored care plans. At The Landing on Dundee Senior Living ...
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Diamond Lake review score based on 289 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 289 reviews of 36 Diamond Lake memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Diamond Lake review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Diamond Lake review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Diamond Lake, IL36 facilities
8.1
Mundelein, IL33 facilities
7.7
Indian Creek, IL41 facilities

Review subcategories for Diamond Lake memory care

When memory care residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 289 reviews of 36 Diamond Lake memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Diamond Lake resident and family memory care satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Diamond Lake, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.4
Friendliness
4.6
4.5
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.4
Meals & dining
3.9
4.0
Activities
4.2
4.0
Value for cost*
4.1
4.0
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Diamond Lake memory care services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Diamond Lake memory care communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Diamond Lake, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Diamond Lake memory care

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Diamond Lake that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Diamond Lake, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
78.4%
57.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
59.5%
43.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.6%
74.4%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
97.3%
89.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
83.8%
64.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
62.2%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.6%
80.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
70.3%
54.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
83.8%
64.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Diamond Lake memory care

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Diamond Lake Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Diamond Lake, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
81.1%
66.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
70.3%
41.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
73%
62.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
32.4%
23.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Diamond Lake memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Diamond Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Diamond Lake, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
56.8%
24.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
70.3%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
73%
37%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
67.6%
44.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.9%
14.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Diamond Lake memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Diamond Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Diamond Lake, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
73%
28.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
73%
34.4%
Room service
Room service
54.1%
32.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
37.8%
20%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Diamond Lake memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Diamond Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Diamond Lake, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
78.4%
40.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
62.2%
29.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
62.2%
25.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
73%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
81.1%
46.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
86.5%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
67.6%
35.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
73%
30.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
70.3%
32.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
78.4%
42.2%
Live performances
Live performances
81.1%
42.6%
Dances
Dances
51.4%
27.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
54.1%
19.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75.7%
41.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Northbrook, Encore at South Barrington and Clarendale of Algonquin are the top-rated memory care facilities near Diamond Lake, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 37 memory care facilities near Diamond Lake, Illinois. See the full list.

The best memory care facilities near you in Diamond Lake, Illinois are Brookdale Northbrook, Encore at South Barrington and Clarendale of Algonquin. These memory care communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

The 37 memory care facilities near you in Diamond Lake, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Diamond Lake, Illinois, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.

Browse A Place for Mom’s listings for memory care in Diamond Lake, Illinois, to take a virtual tour. Our local senior living experts can arrange for a live tour of these communities as well.

The cost of memory care facilities in Diamond Lake, Illinois ranges from $670 to $15938. The average Memory Care cost in Diamond Lake, Illinois is $5,877. Prices often vary based on care provided, amenities, unit size, and more. 

The cost of memory care in Diamond Lake, Illinois typically starts at $670. A Place for Mom’s local, expert senior living advisors can help you find affordable memory care facilities near you and offer advice on how to lower costs and pay for care with VA benefits or public payment options.

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