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Overall experience with Galloway 5/5! The staff cares well for their residents. They have engaging and fun activities. They have created a good atmosphere. The rooms are very nice and spacious. The facility...
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.
About UsLocally-owned and expertly-operated, Galloway Senior Living is one-of-a-kind. Nestled in the charming village of Wadsworth, Illinois, we offer a perfect blend of tranquility and accessibility. Our community is situated within a peaceful residential area near the shores of Lake Michigan,...
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9.8
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81 reviews
9.8
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81 reviews
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67%
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Great caregivers! Management is doing a superb job. Could have my sister in law in assisted living and brother in law in memory care at the same facility!
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 Cottages of Fox Lake - A Charter Senior Living Community - is a unique, retirement lifestyle which opened in 2005. Located on a beautiful campus, each of the four assisted living homes caters to only 16 residents. Our residents can feel the warmth of home and experience individualized...
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9.5
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Very nice place. All one level nice size rooms. The staff is very caring and they do watch out for your loved ones. They will call or email if any issues. And they are available to anwser questions when...
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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9.4
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28 reviews
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The management is very well trained and experienced. The staff are wonderful caregiver, also staff is very loving and careful of all residents and very caring people. They help all residents with every...
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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They did a good job with my husband. I'd select them again. Nice staff. Small so more care. Needed something close by. Caretakers were nice
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.
Burr Oak Manor in Genoa City, WI is a 33 bed State Licensed Assisted Living Home with a very comfortable environment. We have a unique license to care for independent individuals as well as those requiring total care at an affordable cost. We provide escorted transportation to and from physician...
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What we love about The Village at Victory Lakes is the staff team - they are so friendly, workable and were very understanding of our families situation. During the beginning transitions and while we were...
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.
The Village at Victory Lakes, located in Lindenhurst, Illinois on a 38-acre campus with a picturesque, lush prairie setting, offers an active, enriching lifestyle with everything you need now and in the future, including: *Independent Living *Assisted Living *Skilled Nursing Care and...
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Our mother has been living at Oak Hill for 2 years and we are very happy with the care she receives. The staff is very attentive and friendly with her and us. The residents are all very friendly and...
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.
Dedicated to Good LivingOur longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Oak Hill Supportive Living 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...
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Cost of assisted living in Channel Lake, IL

The average cost of senior living in Channel Lake is $5,047 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Antioch, IL with an average of $5,190 per month.

Assisted living costs in Channel Lake, IL, vs. nearby cities

Channel Lake, IL
$5,047/mo
$5,190/mo
$5,341/mo

Assisted living costs in Channel Lake, IL, vs. state and national averages

Channel Lake, IL
$5,047/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Channel Lake, IL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,047/mo
$5,101/mo

Assisted living costs in Channel Lake, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,394/mo
Studio
$5,830/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,660/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,015/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,720/mo

Senior living costs in Channel Lake 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: Channel Lake, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeChannel Lake, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$5,047/mo$5,149/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,101/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,959/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Channel Lake, IL:$5,047/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Channel Lake, IL:$5,101/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Channel Lake, IL:$3,959/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Channel Lake, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Channel Lake and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Channel Lake, IL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Channel Lake have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Channel Lake, IL$5,570/mo$6,032/mo-7.7%
Illinois$5,486/mo$5,339/mo+2.8%
National$5,237/mo$4,973/mo+5.3%
Channel Lake, IL
2024 average cost:$5,570/mo
2023 average cost:$6,032/mo
Percent change:-7.7%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$5,486/mo
2023 average cost:$5,339/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,237/mo
2023 average cost:$4,973/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Channel Lake, 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 Channel Lake.

What families are saying about assisted living in Channel Lake

Recent reviews for assisted living in Channel Lake

Bickford of Crystal Lake

5.0
Our experience with Bickford of Crystal Lake has been so positive! Our Aunt is 100% satisfied with the amazing care, friendly staff, and wonderful services provided by Bickford. The caring staff regularly communicates with us and assists us in any way needed. Thank you for making this ...
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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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Casa del Mare Memory Care in Kenosha, WI

5.0
This is a fantastic community, my father is doing well here. He loves the place and we are satisfied. A place for mom was amazing with all they help they provided. My sister says they are providing him with great care. We are pleased with everything they have done for us.

Channel Lake review score based on 59 family reviews

8.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 59 reviews of 6 Channel Lake assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Channel Lake 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

Channel Lake review score compared against nearby cities

8.8
Channel Lake, IL6 facilities
8.7
Antioch, IL12 facilities
8.4
Fox Lake, IL12 facilities

Review subcategories for Channel Lake 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 59 reviews of 6 Channel Lake assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Channel Lake 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.
Channel Lake, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.1
Friendliness
4.6
4.2
Care services
4.4
3.8
Staff
4.5
4.0
Meals & dining
4.1
3.7
Activities
4.2
3.7
Value for cost*
4.3
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Channel Lake assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Channel Lake assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Channel 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 Channel Lake 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 Channel Lake that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Channel Lake, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
83.3%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
33.3%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.3%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
83.3%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
83.3%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
50%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
83.3%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
83.3%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Channel Lake 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 Channel Lake Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Channel Lake, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
83.3%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
66.7%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
42.1%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Channel Lake 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 Channel Lake partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Channel Lake, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
66.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
66.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Channel Lake 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 Channel Lake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Channel Lake, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
66.7%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
18.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Channel Lake 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 Channel Lake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Channel Lake, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
66.7%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
66.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
83.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
83.3%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
50%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.7%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Channel Lake

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Illinois assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Channel Lake protect seniors.
Learn about Illinois assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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