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Photo of The Wealshire
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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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It's a very nice place for my mother. Not sure if there is anything that they need to improve on from what my mom tells me. Most of the staff is very friendly and she seems to be happy there.
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.
The Highlands Assisted Living at Westminster Place is a community situated within a beautiful 40-acre campus. As a part of Presbyterian Homes' continuum of care, this assisted living community in Evanston offers levels of personalized care based on an individual’s needs. Residents of assisted...
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Perfect place for the elderly who cannot care for themselves. Clean, homey, and truly a place that is safe and clean. Home Sweet Home is an environment that looks nothing like a nursing home! The care is...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
Home Sweet Home Arlington Heights is a residential care home located in on suburb of Chicago in Arlington Heights, Illinois. The historic area is in Wheeling Township which is known for the regions religious heritage an Arlington Park Racetrack. Arlington Heights is a wonderful place to live with...
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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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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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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...
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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...
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, 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.
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...

Cost of assisted living in Forest River, IL

The average cost of senior living in Forest River is $5,980 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Schiller Park, IL with an average of $5,871 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Forest River, IL vs. nearby cities

Forest River, IL
$5,980/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Forest River, IL vs. the state and national average

Forest River, IL
$5,980/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Forest River vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$5,980/mo
$5,998/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Forest River, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$6,004/mo
Studio
$6,388/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,769/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,669/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,125/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Forest River, 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 Forest River.

What families are saying about assisted living in Forest River

Recent reviews for assisted living in Forest River

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.

Oak Trace a CCRC in Downers Grove, IL

4.8
They're short of help, all the way around. That's the main challenge. Sometimes it's hard to find a nurse on the nursing floor. But I really like the assisted living building. They're very good with their activities and keeping their people up to date on things. I had one relative move to ...
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Forest River review score based on 372 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 372 reviews of 56 Forest River assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Forest River 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

Forest River review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Forest River, IL56 facilities
8.1
Mount Prospect, IL57 facilities
8.0

Review subcategories for Forest River 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 372 reviews of 56 Forest River assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Forest River 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.
Forest River, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Forest River assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forest River assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forest River, 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 Forest River 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 Forest River that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Forest River, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
74.1%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
69%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.8%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.6%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
84.5%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.8%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
72.4%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
74.1%
44.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Forest River 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 Forest River Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Forest River, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
79.3%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
63.8%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
70.7%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
31%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Forest River 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 Forest River partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Forest River, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
58.6%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
74.1%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
72.4%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
69%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
32.8%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Forest River 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 Forest River communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Forest River, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
69%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
65.5%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
53.4%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.6%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forest River 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 Forest River offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Forest River, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
81%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
58.6%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
55.2%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
74.1%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
81%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
87.9%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
70.7%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
74.1%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
72.4%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
79.3%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
81%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
51.7%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
51.7%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
77.6%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Forest River

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 Forest River protect seniors.

Learn about Illinois Assisted Living regulations

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

There are 60 assisted living facilities near Forest River, Illinois. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Forest River, 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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