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The Cottages of Fox Lake

16 Lilac Ave, Fox Lake, IL 60020

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Cindy B

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend

Every other facility I checked out, only focused on the negative and what my sister couldn't do. Because she scored so low on the cognitive tests, they immediately wanted to put her in memory care. But I was adamant she wasn't ready for that step. She's still independent and quite social. Is she forgetful? Absolutely, but she can follow direction and take care of her personal needs. She doesn't wander and is very sweet. The Cottages was the first place that recognized her for what she could still do. Will she need memory care at some point? Most likely. But The Cottages treats her as an individual and not in a mold someone else set with test perimeters. And I REALLY appreciate that!

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The Cottages of Fox Lake

About the facility

At The Cottage of Fox Lake, licensed nurses and dedicated staff provide assisted living and memory care services that are designed to enhance the human spirit. The intimate, cottage-style community creates a supportive atmosphere where they can enjoy convenient services, chef-prepared meals, daily activities, and luxurious amenities. Residents are encouraged to relax near the serene water feature in the landscaped courtyard or practice their short game on the putting greens.

The exclusive Flourish℠ memory care program provides custom-tailored care that promotes residents’ self-esteem while reducing boredom, loneliness, and aggressive behaviors through five key points:

  • Velocity program — Daily activities and events keep residents stimulated and engaged.
  • Oshibori experience — A daily routine that provides aromatherapy and serves as a reminder for mealtimes.
  • Grab-and-Go neighborhood activities — Spontaneous small-group activities catered to residents’ individual needs.
  • S.T.A.R. — Specific Therapeutic Assisted Recreation is a family oriented program that encourages families to bring in personal items to share and reminisce with their loved ones.
  • Rest and Restoration program — An intervention program that provides audio, video, engagement, as well as comfort stimulation and redirection.

Seniors can thrive every day at The Cottages of Fox Lake!

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Senior living options offered

  • Assisted Living
  • Memory Care

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Amenities

at The Cottages of Fox Lake

Healthcare Services

  • Staffing & Ancillary Services
  • High Acuity Care
  • Memory Care
  • Non-Ambulatory Care

Meals & Dining

  • Professional Chef
  • Meals Provided
  • Pureed Meals
  • Restaurant Style Dining

Room Amenities

  • Air Conditioned
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered
  • Kitchenette
  • Ground Floor Units
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet

Community Amenities

On-site dining options

  • Private Dining Room

Transportation & parking

  • Transportation at Cost
  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Uncovered Parking

Pets

  • Cats Allowed
  • Pet Care Available
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Weight Limit (lbs)

Common areas

  • Private Bath
  • Library
  • Central Fireplace
  • TV Lounge

Recreational areas

  • Piano or Organ
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Arts and Crafts Center

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Beautician

Languages spoken

  • English
  • Italian
  • Spanish

Activities

  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Live Well Programs
  • Live Musical Performances

Reviews

for The Cottages of Fox Lake

9.4 out of 10
Review Score87 reviewsWrite a review
Overall Experience
4.4
Cleanliness
4.7
Friendliness
4.7
Care Services
4.6
Staff
4.7
Meals & Dining
4.2
Activities
4.5
Value for Cost
4.5

A Place for Mom has scored The Cottages of Fox Lake with 9.4 out of 10 using our proprietary review score based on 18 reviews in the last 2 years. Over all time, The Cottages of Fox Lake has 87 reviews with an average "overall experience" of 4.4 out of 5.

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Last Updated: 6/8/26

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Cindy B

Assisted Living

Family/friend

June 8, 2026

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Highly recommend

Every other facility I checked out, only focused on the negative and what my sister couldn't do. Because she scored so low on the cognitive tests, they immediately wanted to put her in memory care. But I was adamant she wasn't ready for that step. She's still independent and quite social. Is she forgetful? Absolutely, but she can follow direction and take care of her personal needs. She doesn't wander and is very sweet. The Cottages was the first place that recognized her for what she could still do. Will she need memory care at some point? Most likely. But The Cottages treats her as an individual and not in a mold someone else set with test perimeters. And I REALLY appreciate that!

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

May 4, 2026

3.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Pampered parent home

They were very kind when my mom passed away. I had 2 bad run ins with one crazy resident. The staff could have handled her better.

GK

Assisted Living

Family/friend

April 27, 2026

3.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

Cottages of Fox lake review

My dad is not happy with the food. Some of the staff is attentive and some seem disengaged. Overall, a decent place that covers the basics. . It seems a lower level of quality and more "institutional" than the [community removed] facilities but I also think it's less expensive. So you probably get what you pay for

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

April 20, 2026

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
4.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
3.0

Overall a great place

Mom was only at the cottages for five weeks before she passed away. On a whole, we were very pleased with her care. Of course, there are always your favorite caregivers who seemed to relate to mom wonderfully. And then there were a couple that were not as attentive. The administration and staff were very friendly and accommodating. Mom would've turned a 106 years old if she had lived another three weeks. They had planned a birthday celebration and reached out to the community for birthday cards. She ended up receiving 115 birthday cards. My sister and I read each one of them. It was very thoughtful of the cottage to celebrate her in that way.

Cindy B

Assisted Living

Family/friend

January 7, 2026

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0

Friendly, caring staff, clean facility, Highly recommend!

The main thing I appreciated about The Cottages when I was looking for a place for my sister, was they evaluate and treat each potential resident on an individual basis. Other facilities have cookie cutter criteria. Everyone is lumped into the same level based on their test scores. No regard for the things they can do. Everything was based on what they can't do. The Cottages didn't focus entirely on my sister's test scores. They saw past what she was struggling with and focused on the positive things she could do! Everyone is upbeat, patient, and caring. I'm so happy that the caregivers encourage my sister to participate in activities. She has rarely missed an activity since she's been there because of the staff's encouragement, so she is making new friends. The activities are many, fun, inclusive, and engaging. Also, the outings they have planned for January look great! The place sparkles! The only thing I can't rate is the quality of the food, because my sister has trouble expressing her opinion. But I will say I appreciate that they tell every resident before the meals, what is being served, and if they don't like or want what is being served, they can pick something else. The Cottages are homey. Their buildings only house 16 residents, so everyone gets individual attention. One other point of positivity for The Cottages is their pricing is more reasonable than many other places I checked. You get a lot for your money there.

ETA

Assisted Living

Family/friend

December 3, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

Loving Care

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!

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

November 25, 2025

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

Review for The Cottages of Fox Lake

Good overall. The medical staff is great. I'm not happy someone stole my mom's winter jacket. It's a decent room size with a nice size bathroom. Mom thinks she likes the food.

Garrett

Memory Care

Family/friend

October 29, 2025

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
4.0
Activities
3.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
3.0

our families experience

My father is disappointed in the food (especially compared to [community removed]). But the 4 individual cottages seem to provide a "homey" feeling and the staff has been very attentive.

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

September 10, 2025

4.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
4.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Staff
4.0
Meals & Dining
3.0

A Nice Community.

My mother helped choose The Cottages. She liked it because it felt like a little community rather than other facilities that were tall impersonal buildings. We were mostly happy with her care the short time she was there.

Garrett K

Assisted Living

Family/friend

August 13, 2025

3.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review

our family's experience

The staff have been good and attentive. They don't communicate with us as much as some other places, but they have resolved any issues or questions that we've had. The food selection and options are only mediocre. They don't always bring the food that my parents have selected from their menu.

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

July 1, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Outstanding place

The Cottages in Fox Lake are outstanding, the people that work there are amazing. The definitely care about patients they take care of. Can't say enough about them.

Anonymous

Assisted Living

Family/friend

March 21, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Review for The Cottages of Fox Lake

They are attentive and understanding of my mother's changing needs. Everyone including director, business manager, nurses, caregivers have been open to my questions, comments, and requests. The facility is clean and well maintained. She is well cared for and comfortable.

Anonymous

Memory Care

Family/friend

March 3, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
4.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
4.0
Care Services
4.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

Overall nice Community

I like the smaller cottage home feel. Especially for the Memory Care buildings. It feels more like a home, and not a large apartment like setting. There are always activities and outings available to keep the residents involved and the staff gets to know the residents & work with them closely.

Rob

Assisted Living

Family/friend

January 23, 2025

5.0 out of 5 stars
Verified Review
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Review for The Cottages of Fox Lake

We were attracted to them because of the availability, price, and when I spoke with them they were so informative and helpful. Will absolutely recommend. It's a great place and we feel safe with him there.

Cindy N

Memory Care

Family/friend

December 14, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Excellent experience

The cottages of fox lake is an excellent place for our mom. We have been to several homes for her and this is by far the best. Staff is friendly, helpful and very caring . I feel so comfortable leaving my mom there. She is happy, food is great and the activities are endless. They include family and interactions are wonderful. Wouldn’t want her anywhere else. Thanks!!

Carol A

Memory Care

Family/friend

December 14, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Peace of Mind

I am very happy that we chose The Cottages at Fox Lake for my sister. She goes on outings to local spots and takes part in the activities they offer. She is smiling and looks happy in the pictures on Facebook. I am grateful to the caring staff for helping her to enjoy her life there.

Jennifer Clark

Memory Care

Family/friend

December 13, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
4.0

A true family environment

My mom has been at The Cottages for 2 Years., she has been in assisted then memory care for 5 years. I looked at 3 other facilities before choosing The Cottages, I moved her from a facility in Libertyville to keep her closer to me. I visit 2 to 4 times a week all different times of the day and night. The Cottages is always consistently carrying for their residents with so much compassion. There is often family events and coping groups for the families. Daily activities for the residents to join, always clean, decorated for the season and holidays. The caregivers know the habits, likes, friendships, and preferences of the residents in each cottage and form bonds with each. With the residents living in small Cottages vs. Larger community buildings it creates a tighter family environment. I will always recommend The Cottages.

Joe Damore

Assisted Living

Family/friend

December 13, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Staff

The staff is awesome. They are very nice and the residents love them. The atmosphere is peaceful, friendly, and comfortable. It is a home for the elderly. My father has been there for 5 months now and he has no complaints.

Cathy D

Memory Care

Family/friend

October 30, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

So happy to have found The Cottages

My mom has been at this facility for over two years. I know that she always has someone to help her when she needs it. I also know she is safe. All the care she receives at The Cottages is top notch. I am pleasantly surprised when I visit and I see mom has painted, participated in something new for her, or even gotten her nails done. The staff really cares about the residents and there’s even an on site super chef that loves his job. Finding a care facility can be difficult but I know I’ll never look elsewhere for my mom to be happy and safe in her final years.

Angela P

Memory Care

Family/friend

October 28, 2024

5.0 out of 5 stars
Cleanliness
5.0
Friendliness
5.0
Value for Cost
5.0
Care Services
5.0
Activities
5.0
Staff
5.0
Meals & Dining
5.0

Peace of mind

I've had nothing but positive experiences with all of the staff members. They seem to really like their jobs and that gives me piece of mind that my Mother is being looked after. I appreciate the fact that I can call or text if I have any concerns. I'm extremely happy to have found the Cottages as my Mom's new home.

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