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Last Updated: 2/21/25

Residential care homes in Lake Forest may appeal to seniors who value smaller, more close-knit communities and many opportunities for socialization. Lake Forest care homes typically take in fewer residents, meaning older adults know each resident in the home and develop strong friendships.

Older-adult care homes vary more than other options for senior living in Lake Forest, so families can choose from a wide range of prices, amenities, and services. A Place for Mom will work with you to understand the cost of care homes. From there, we’ll help you find the right fit, whether you’re staying on a budget or searching for luxury retirement communities.


You may also consider nearby communities such as Round Lake Beach, Waukegan or Skokie Manor.

Residential Care Home Facilities near Lake Forest, IL

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Last Updated: 2/21/25
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Average starting price of Residential Care Home in Lake Forest, IL is $3,851/month. Learn more
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Average starting price $3,851/month
Average starting price $5,910/month
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Recent reviews of Residential Care Home in Lake Forest, IL
Home Sweet Home Arlington Heights
4.0

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 wonderful!

Theresa's Home Care, LLC in Gurnee, IL
4.5

My brother-in-law went into Theresa's on Sunday June 26th,2016. The first day was hard on him. He came from California and we had him here so he could be with family. He was so confused on Monday when he woke but the home care was wonderful in how they handled him. It has only been 3 days and the difference in him is great already. He says the people are so nice and he loves the food. His room is huge compared to the place he was in in California. The home is beautiful and wonderful gardens to sit in. What I like so much and is important is that we can come at ANY time to visit with no notice. They prefer not at meal time cause people will talk rather then eat. Understandable. We can pop in at any time. We are so very grateful for the care and his comfort level in such a short time. Thank you Theresa and staff.

Theresa's Home Care, LLC in Gurnee, IL
5.0

My mother is doing wonderfully since her move into this home. We love everything from the way that Theresa personally helped in handling the transition of my mother moving in, to helping introduce everyone to her once she moved in. They have been so welcoming. My mother went from living in another community for 6 years to never looking back. This has truly been the best experience!

Home Sweet Home Arlington Heights

207 W. Appletree Lane, Arlington Heights, IL 60004

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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6 reviews

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, Care Homes

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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Theresa's Home Care, LLC

16426 W DesPlaines Dr, Libertyville, IL 60048

Provides: Care Homes

Theresa's Home Care, LLC

16426 W DesPlaines Dr, Libertyville, IL 60048

Provides: Care Homes

Theresa's Home Care, LLC

6455 Cunningham, Gurnee, IL 60031

11 reviews

My husband is getting the best care that he could possibly be getting. We were at several different larger facilities and I can tell you that the care that he is receiving here is TLC. It is more personal...

Provides: Care Homes

Theresa's Home Care LLC is a unique Assisted Living home nestled in a beautiful wooded corner lot off of Hunt Club Road in Gurnee, IL. Due to many different circumstances you or your loved one may need to choose a home that offers assistance with daily living. Here at Theresa's Home Care LLC we...

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Wellbeing Homecare Ltd

2700 Patriot Blvd Suite 250, Glenview, IL 60026

Provides: Care Homes

Theresa's Home Care, LLC

5044 Darlene Drive, Gurnee, IL 60031

15 reviews

They were very hands on at this community. There was a small staff but also not a lot of residents so that my mom could have more hands on experience. My mother also got better while she was in this...

Provides: Care Homes

Theresa' Home Care, LLC is a unique Residential Group Home located on a beautiful 1/2 acre lot, that boasts Centuries Old oak trees. Located in Gurnee,Il. Just minutes from Gurnee Mills. Due to many different circumstances you or your loved one may need to choose a home that offers assistance...

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Theresa's Home Care

402 Bonnie Brae Ave, Grayslake, IL 60030

Provides: Care Homes

Avida Place

6425 North Hamlin, Lincolnwood, IL 60712

Provides: Care Homes

Avida Place

6425 North Hamlin, Lincolnwood, IL 60712

Provides: Care Homes

Serenity Place

6450 N. Trumbull, Lincolnwood, IL 60712

Provides: Care Homes

"Serenity Place" is a Christian Home Care Facilty located in Lincolnwood. We provide 24 hours service. If something specific is needed, we are here to help in every way possible to make the client feel confortable and stress free. You are welcome to tour this peaceful place and get to know our...

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Serenity Place

6450 N. Trumbull, Lincolnwood, IL 60712

Provides: Care Homes

"Serenity Place" is a Christian Home Care Facilty located in Lincolnwood. We provide 24 hours service. If something specific is needed, we are here to help in every way possible to make the client feel confortable and stress free. You are welcome to tour this peaceful place and get to know our...

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Mack Home

1506 W Thom Av, Chicago, IL 60660

Provides: Care Homes

Mack Home

1506 W Thom Av, Chicago, IL 60660

Provides: Care Homes

An Innovated Care

10628 22nd Ave, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
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Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

Our goal is to provide exceptional care and top notch services to our residents in a family-like environment that does not feel like an institution. We take pride in making sure each resident’s day is made brighter and easier.An Innovative Care, is an Assisted Living provider located in Pleasant...

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Cox Adult Family Home

10655 33rd Ave, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158

Provides: Care Homes

Cox Adult Family Home

10655 33rd Ave, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158

Provides: Care Homes
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Cost of care homes in Lake Forest, IL

The average cost of senior living in Lake Forest is 3,851 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Glencoe, IL with an average of 3,550 per month.

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In Lake Forest, Illinois, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

Financial assistance

In Lake Forest, Illinois, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

Transportation

Lake Forest is somewhat car dependent, meaning seniors can expect to need a car for most errands. Transit options in Lake Forest include Metra, Dickinson Hall’s Transportation Program, and PACE Dail-a-Ride. Seniors may receive fare discounts. Lake Forest has limited biking infrastructure and is moderately walkable.

Health care

Lake Forest offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has few hospitals, including Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital and Advocate Condell Medical Center.

Senior activities

Lake Forest is a small town on the coast of Lake Michigan known for its nature preserves and picturesque suburbs. Residents can watch live performances at the Citadel Theatre, tour the Wildlife Discovery Center, or support locally owned businesses in the historic Market Square. This is a tight-knit community where residents have plenty of opportunities to connect with their neighbors and build meaningful relationships.

What are care homes?

Residential care homes are houses in residential neighborhoods that are equipped, adapted, and staffed to care for a small number of residents, usually between two and 10. Like assisted living communities, staff at care homes typically help residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and medication management. Although residential care homes vary significantly depending on the community, services usually include:

  • Help with personal care
  • Medication management
  • Mobility assistance
  • Nutritious meals
  • Social activities and outings
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
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Lake Forest, Illinois

Care Homes

A care home provides a communal environment for persons who are able to preform activities of daily living with minimal assistance but seek oversight inside a safe and protective location. provided may include food service, laundry, and transit. This type of community is similar to a single-family home. In Illinois, the annual median cost for an assisted living community is around $50,040. Illinois maintains a number of provisions related to this type of community. The Illinois Department of Public Health supervises this type of community.

Cost of Living

The total cost of living is a major factor in choosing which care option is the best fit for you or your loved one’s needs. The rent burden for Lake Forest is about 19.0% of the average person’s monthly income. Lake Forest has a median home value of around $850,544 and the median cost of rent is $3,060 per month.

Demographics and Values

Currently, the population of Lake Forest consists of 19,612 people. Lake Forest has a population density of 440 people per square mile. Of the population of Lake Forest 7.3% have a high-school diploma, 78.4% have a college degree, and 39.1% have a graduate degree. In Lake Forest, 2.5% do not have health insurance, 6.4% are widowed, 55.6% participate in the labor force, and 3.2% live in poverty. Demographically, Lake Forest is 0.1% other or not specified, 1.7% mixed race, 0.0% Native American, 89.6% white, 0.0% Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 6.8% Asian, 2.9% Hispanic, and 1.8% black. Based on gender, 48.8% are male and 51.2% are female. The median age of Lake Forest is 48 years old. In Lake Forest, 5.7% of the citizens are veterans of the United States military.

State Information

An overview of Illinois

There are 199 general hospitals and 383 health centers that provide care for 12,696,123 Illinois residents. The top three hospitals in the state are considered to be Sherman Hospital, Sam Health St. Mary’s Hospital ¢’‚¬Centralia, and And Midwestern Region Medical Center. Based on natural beauty, Illinois ranks 43rd in the nation. Overall, Illinois ranks 35th out of all states in quality of life and 22nd in healthcare. The state of Illinois has a cost of living index of 95.7 where a score of 100 is the national average, and anything below 100 is considered less expensive than the national average. The state has a grocery index rating of 94.2 and a housing index rating of 87.2.

Social demographics of the state

Thirty-four percent of Illinois residents regularly attend a religious service from one of the state’s 12,453 different congregations. The top three Christian denominations in the state are Evangelical Protestant-20%, Mainline Protestant-16%, and Historically Black Protestant-7%. The top three non-Christian denominations in the state are Jewish-2%, Muslim-<1%, and Buddhist-<1%. In Illinois there are 518 masonic lodges. The state of Illinois ranks 10th in the country for diversity, and the state is considered LGBTQ friendly. In Illinois, 29% of the population is over the age of 55. The median age in the state is 38. In the last presidential election 56% of Illinois residents voted Democrat and 39% voted Republican.

State-wide weather information

On average, Illinois has an air quality index rating of around 37.7 AQI. The average air quality index rating peaks in the month of May with a rating of around 54.5 AQI. The average temperature in the summer rises to around 73F. The average high summer temperature is around 91F in the month of July. In the summer, the average low temperature drops to around 53F during the month of June. The average temperature in the winter falls to around 28F. The average high winter temperature is around 49F in the month of February. In the winter months, the average low temperature falls to around 10F during the month of January. Illinois experiences an average humidity rating of about 71%. Humidity levels tend to reach their peak in the month of December at around 78%. On average, the state receives 3.33 inches of precipitation a month. The most precipitation occurs in May with an average of 6.02 inches of precipitation a month. While residents of Illinois mostly enjoy pleasant conditions, it’s important to be aware of inclement weather as well, which in Illinois can include floods, earthquakes (moderate), and and tornadoes.

Wildlife to be found in Illinois

The state of Illinois has a diverse array of plant and animal life. Local plant life can consist of black eyedSusan, black snakeroot, bird’s foot violet, and blazing star. While venturing throughout the state, you might see animals such as the American pygmy shrew, the eastern red bat, the coyote, or the cougar. The state animal of Illinois is the white-tailed deer.

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Maya?s Villa, Maya?s Villa and We're Just Like Family are the top-rated care homes near Lake Forest, Illinois. See full list of communities.

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