Whispering Willows CBRF
W4517 Willow Bend Road, Elkhorn, WI 53121
3.5
(2 reviews)
"I really liked the farm setting and the small animals. The people working there are so nice. They were very welcoming and actually offered me lunch!..."
READ MOREThe suburban community of McHenry offers views of the Fox River and sits about 35 miles northwest of Chicago. In this region, 104 assisted living facilities accommodate seniors with daily care needs, including 5 within McHenry proper. These facilities charge around $6,500 per month in 2024, which exceeds the state median of $5,225 and the national norm of $5,350.
In this directory, we provide 921 reviews reviews from assisted living residents, families and staff in the McHenry region, which indicate an overall satisfaction rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars stars.
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W4517 Willow Bend Road, Elkhorn, WI 53121
3.5
(2 reviews)
"I really liked the farm setting and the small animals. The people working there are so nice. They were very welcoming and actually offered me lunch!..."
READ MORE16426 W Des Plaines Dr., Libertyville, IL 60048
"Theresa’s Home Care is a unique Assisted Living home nestled in a beautiful street in Libertyville, IL. Due to many different circumstances..."
READ MORE405 S 7Th St, St. Charles, IL 60174
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We visited Robin's Nest and the home we went to was very nice, as were the people that we worked with. We personally found that the washroom facilities were not good for my sister, because there was one shared washroom, and she wanted her own washroo..."
READ MORE116 Cherry St., Williams Bay, WI 53191
5.0
(6 reviews)
"Sherwood Lodge was my mother-in-law's home for just over three months. It exceeded every single expectation my husband and I had. The facility itself is warm and welcoming, quiet and charming. It is located in a lovely residential area in William..."
READ MORE21840 West Lake Cook Road, Deer Park, IL 60010
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My sister is moving into Deer Park Village. It's got lots of activities daily and there's a board that's located in different areas within assisted living, and it's nicely done. The other thing we were looking for was therapy and their therapy rooms ..."
READ MORE25025 75th Street, Salem, WI 53168
5.0
(1 reviews)
"The staff at Archwood Senior Living was very nice. My friend really liked it, but she said she didn't feel like it was homey enough for her. It was a really nice facility. They were so kind. Personally, if I were needing one, I'd want to go there, bu..."
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620 Wing Street, Elgin, IL 60123
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My Father has needed in-home health care twice now. We have used VNA Health Care both times! They are so kind and caring. The communication is great and they are considerate of appointments that my Dad has scheduled. They are very professional, t..."
READ MORE21425 G Spring Street, Union Grove, WI 53182
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Wisconsin Veterans Home - Union Grove was warm and welcoming. It was clean, the grounds were beautiful, and the residents all seemed glad to be there. There were families visiting with pets, and we were looking at the memory care area, and it was rea..."
READ MORE610 Peterson Road (ROUTE 137) , Libertyville, IL 60048
5.0
(2 reviews)
"My mother-in-law is in Libertyville Manor, and it is really nice. It is really clean, and the staff is really nice; she has been in there for several years, and she really likes it. The food is good and she loves it there. The staff people are really..."
READ MORE361 North Alfred Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
5.0
(3 reviews)
"Sunset Haven is a small assisted living home that provides high quality care with a staff that knows the needs of all the residents. My mother has been living at Sunset Haven for 5 years and has received wonderful care in a beautiful home. ..."
READ MORE76 East Rollins Road, Round Lake Beach, IL 60073
4.9
(10 reviews)
"Oak Hill Supportive Living is the other assisted living place that I'm applying to. They have a greenhouse at the front of the building where people can garden year-round. It's a much bigger place. The apartments are pretty comparable to where I am r..."
READ MORE1000 Garlands Lane, Barrington, IL 60010
4.8
(11 reviews)
"I like everything about The Garlands of Barrington, don't know what I didn't like about it. They're beautiful and very upscale. The staff who assisted us there was wonderful. The food was great, we had lunch there. The rooms look like they are well-m..."
READ MORE9651 Prairie Ridge Boulevard, Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158
4.8
(10 reviews)
"It was wonderful. It was a beautiful place. The lady there who showed me around was very nice. She followed up with me. Overall, it was a wonderful place to be if you're inclined to be OK with that big of a place. However, I think I like my dad in a ..."
READ MORE800 Audubon Way, Lincolnshire, IL 60069
4.8
(21 reviews)
"My parents are enjoying Sedgebrook. They were very concerned about moving into a new home with a bunch of "Old People" until they realized there were people younger than them there. The food is very good and the activities are excellent. My dad is n..."
READ MORE18730 W Stonebridge Ct., Grayslake, IL 60030
4.7
(4 reviews)
"I had a tour 3 days ago. At this moment there are no openings, will be on waiting list. The house is beautiful, clean, cozy, in excellent hands. I’m so impressed!..."
READ MORE29330 N. Waukegan Road, Lake Bluff, IL 60044
4.7
(10 reviews)
"We chose The Sheridan at Green Oaks. It is very new and clean. The people there are super friendly. My mother, who's the one going, said there was a lot of light coming in, and very open and not dark and depressing. We tried their meals, and they wer..."
READ MORE270 RIDGE RD, Walworth, WI 53184
4.6
(3 reviews)
"My mother has been at Golden Years for about 14 months. We feel the rates are very reasonable!! She is in independent living right now. The care and facilites are impeccable. She raves about the food too. I believe it is rated the 5th in the nation. ..."
READ MORE110 W. Schaumburg Road, Streamwood, IL 60107
4.5
(15 reviews)
"I brought my mom and dad there a little more than 2 years ago. They started in Assisted then due to medical issues, moved to memory care. While this was a very difficult decision, the entire management team especially the Director of Memory Care, A..."
READ MORE971 Bode Rd., Elgin, IL 60120
4.5
(6 reviews)
"My father has been at The Vines Senior Homes for about a month now, and it's fairly good. The care and the meals are very good. It's a small place, so the care there is excellent. The staff is excellent. It's pretty much 1-level, and it was decorated..."
READ MORE2300 IL Rte. 53, Long Grove, IL 60047
4.5
(2 reviews)
"My wife is now here. The most important thing is the level of care of the place, and in my short stay there, everybody is caring. The apartments are excellent. The facility is A+. I find the people who are working there beyond expectations. It is ver..."
READ MOREThe 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey reports that in McHenry, seniors budget around $6,500 per month for assisted living. This rate exceeds Illinois’ median of $5,225 and surpasses care costs in many nearby communities. For example, seniors in Peoria pay about $5,012, and rates in Bloomington come in near $4,800. However, in Kankakee, fees surpass the local median at approximately $7,683.
McHenry
$6,500
Illinois
$5,225
The United States
$5,350
Rockford
$5,250
Bloomington
$4,800
Peoria
$5,012
In Illinois, the HCBS Medicaid Waiver for Supportive Living Facilities helps pay for services in some assisted living communities, but it does not pay for room and board.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Illinois page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page.
McHenry's assisted living communities charge around $6,500 per month. This rate falls below the cost of home health care, which hovers near $6,578, and it offers about $2,200 in savings over nursing home care. However, seniors pay lower rates of roughly $5,720 for in-home care, and those who attend adult day health care facilities spend approximately $2,123 monthly.
In-Home Care
$5,720
Home Health Care
$6,578
Adult Day Health Care
$2,123
Assisted Living Facility
$6,500
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$8,669
Note: Since data for McHenry is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Chicago, instead.
Older adults in the McHenry area get support, information and assistance from various local organizations and programs. The following table features local resources to help older adults find the best residential care solutions for their needs and identify options for paying for services.
Resource | Contact | Service |
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AgeGuide | (630) 293-5990 | AgeGuide is the Area Agency on Aging for McHenry and the surrounding region. This agency provides a broad range of services to those aged 60 and over, including information and referrals for community-based services, health insurance options counseling, friendly visitors and health and wellness workshops. The agency also has online classes through GetSetUp, covering topics, such as hobbies and interests, current events, technology training and wellness. |
Prairie State Legal Services | (815) 344-9113 | Prairie State Legal Services is a local nonprofit organization that provides a range of civil legal services to those aged 60 and over to protect individuals’ rights and help them obtain the care and benefits they’re entitled to. Through the local office, seniors can get help with obtaining Medicaid, Supplemental Security Income and Social Security, which can help them pay for assisted living. |
Senior Health Insurance Program | (800) 252-8966 | Illinois’s Senior Health Insurance Program is a volunteer-operated program that provides free, unbiased health insurance options counseling for Medicare beneficiaries. Seniors can call the program’s helpline for assistance with understanding Original Medicare’s benefits and determining whether the supplemental coverage of Medicare Advantage is right for their needs. The helpline can also help seniors determine whether they may qualify for Medicaid. |
Senior Services Associates | (815) 344-3555 | Senior Services Associates is a local nonprofit organization that provides a range of social, recreational and wellness programs for area seniors. Its McHenry location hosts monthly blood pressure screenings, birthday celebrations, movie matinees, age-friendly fitness classes and Coffee Klatch, which features free coffee and pastries. The organization also provides information and assistance to help seniors connect with community-based programs to supplement what they receive in assisted living. |
Veterans Assistance Commission | (815) 334-4229 | The Veterans Assistance Commission serves older veterans in the McHenry region through advocacy, outreach and information services. Veterans can speak with trained officers who help them identify and apply for VA benefits that can help cover assisted living services, including pension programs, disability compensation and Aid and Attendance. The office can also help individuals determine whether they qualify for VA medical care or health insurance. |
McHenry-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Illinois are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Larry Psonak
5.0
Review of The Courtyard of McHenry
My mother was a resident at Randall Residence/Courtyard of McHenry from September of 2021 to June of 2023. While there was some concern by some family members that we were moving her out of her...
Assisted Living
Zita's Girl
5.0
Review of Maya's Villa
The personal attention my mother gets at Maya's Villa makes her feel at home. The care and attention my mother is receiving is unmatched to any other facility we looked into. They have all the care...
Assisted Living
Frank
5.0
Review of The Courtyard of McHenry
I have been a resident here for a month now. It is a nice place and it is convenient here. The food is excellent, and the service is excellent. I know they have a lot of activities going on, but...