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Provides: Assisted Living
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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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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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My mother was a resident at Lincolnshire for three months . The facility has a terrific director that is active in all phases of operation. She insures a safe, clean & loving environment for your loved one....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Lincolnshire Place Lincolnshire Place in Loves Park, Winnebago County, Illinois is a multi-faceted assisted living community with a complete love of sports. Loves Park is a wonderful small town with a family oriented atmosphere. It is a typical suburb but still a very quaint place to settle down...
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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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.
The Ivy Apartments, nestled in the heart of the Lincoln Park/DePaul University area, provides both independent & supportive living options for its residents. Our 24 hour supportive living staff provides personal care assistance with activities of daily living for our seniors, in the privacy of...
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Hello my name is [removed] I'm a resident in Greenview Place.If you looking for a place that is interested in your health and your happiness,this is the place.Each one of the staff at Greenview Place has...
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Tucked away in one of Evanston's quiet residential neighborhoods, Three Crowns Park is a continuing care retirement community on a beautiful 7-acre piece of property.  We are a not-for-profit community whose mission is to provide high quality retirement housing and health care options that...
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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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Evergreen Place offers worry-free living, where independence thrives and compassionate care is always nearby. Our beautiful campus offers lovely supportive living options. We welcome you to learn more and visit our community of care, where friendships flourish and families find peace of mind....
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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.
Pioneer Gardens senior residents in the windy city access to a great assisted living community within the grand city of Chicago, IL. Located just a few blocks from Lake Shore Drive, residents can enjoy the lush green park areas next to the lake during spring and summer days and enjoy the many...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Welcome to the Museum Residences on Oak, a signature senior living community located in the heart of Evanston, Illinois. The Museum Residences on Oak prides itself on individualized programming tailored to each resident allowing empowerment through independence. Discover the Museum Residences on...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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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Provides: Assisted Living
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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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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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Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
Rest Haven Christian Services, a non-profit organization, has been committed to promoting independence and providing services to those entrusted to our care for 90 years. Not only is our staff inspired, but also committed to complementing Great Lives with great living! We will be busy handling...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
Rest Haven Christian Services, a non-profit organization, has been committed to promoting independence and providing services to those entrusted to our care for 90 years. Not only is our staff inspired, but also committed to complementing Great Lives with great living! We will be busy handling...
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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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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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This is a small home-like facility with 5 residents. Staff provides personalized and compassionate attention to individual needs. The activities help my aunt engage with things that she loves-- singing,...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Colfax Manor Assisted Living is a residential care home located in Chicago, IL, which is a famous part of Cook County. We are located only minutes from the Rainbow Park and Beach, which sits near the shores of Lake Michigan. The lake helps to create calming breezes and blue skies that make life...
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Cost of assisted living in Big Rock, IL

The average cost of senior living in Big Rock is $5,603 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newark, IL with an average of $4,996 per month.

Assisted living costs in Big Rock, IL, vs. state and national averages

Big Rock, IL
$5,603/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Assisted living costs in Big Rock, IL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,603/mo
$5,650/mo

Assisted living costs in Big Rock, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,792/mo
Private
$3,583/mo
Studio
$5,717/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,918/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,268/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,868/mo

Senior living costs in Big Rock vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Big Rock, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBig Rock, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$5,603/mo$5,079/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$5,650/mo$7,615/mo$6,971/mo
Independent Living$4,188/mo$3,325/mo$3,510/mo
Assisted Living
Big Rock, IL:$5,603/mo
Illinois:$5,079/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
Big Rock, IL:$5,650/mo
Illinois:$7,615/mo
U.S.:$6,971/mo
Independent Living
Big Rock, IL:$4,188/mo
Illinois:$3,325/mo
U.S.:$3,510/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Big Rock, IL

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Big Rock.

What families are saying about assisted living in Big Rock

Recent reviews for assisted living in Big Rock

Cantata Adult Life Services a CCRC in Brookfield, IL

4.8
I recommend Cantata because they have a robust rehab gym staffed with professionals in physical therapy, occupational therapy, balance, speech/memory therapy. It is located on a quiet tree lined landscaped campus with onsite Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing and Independent Living. The staff ...
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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.

Shepherd of Harvard

5.0
I am very happy with the care that my mother is getting at this very nice and home feeling community. The staff is wonderful and very attentive. I like that the community is clean. <y mother is really liking the activities and she likes what is offered. We would highly recommend this small ...
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Big Rock review score based on 2,473 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 2473 reviews of 334 Big Rock assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Big Rock review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Big Rock review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Big Rock, IL334 facilities
7.3
Sugar Grove, IL19 facilities
8.2
Kaneville, IL360 facilities

Review subcategories for Big Rock assisted living

When assisted living 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 2,473 reviews of 334 Big Rock assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Big Rock resident and family assisted living 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.
Big Rock, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Big Rock assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Big Rock assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Big Rock, 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 Big Rock assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Big Rock that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Big Rock, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
69.5%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
59.1%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.5%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
95.4%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
83.3%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
39.2%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.2%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.8%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Big Rock assisted living

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 Big Rock Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Big Rock, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
72.9%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
53.9%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
61.1%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Big Rock assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Big Rock partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Big Rock, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
53.3%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
59.9%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
55.6%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
54.8%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Big Rock assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Big Rock communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Big Rock, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
55.9%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
64.8%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
47.6%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Big Rock assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Big Rock offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Big Rock, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
72.9%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
53%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
54.2%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
76.1%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
76.1%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
82.7%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.2%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
64%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
74.6%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
74.6%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
49.3%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
72.6%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Big Rock

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Illinois assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Big Rock protect seniors.

Learn about Illinois Assisted Living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Brookdale Northbrook, Encore at South Barrington and Sunrise of Naperville North are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Big Rock, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 355 assisted living facilities near Big Rock, Illinois. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Big Rock, Illinois are Brookdale Northbrook, Encore at South Barrington and Sunrise of Naperville North. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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