The 9 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Huntley, IL

Heritage Woods of Huntley sits near golf courses, shopping and dining amenities and pharmacies. This community ranks among the best in the region for its common areas that give it an especially social environment. Residents take their meals in a communal dining room with ample seating and natural light, and a private dining room provides space for family gatherings. In addition, the community provides convenience with an on-site general store and resident laundry service. Heritage Woods also hosts activities throughout the week, including community outings, table games and fitness classes.

Located about 10 miles northeast of Huntley, Sunrise of Crystal Lake offers assisted living services near shopping and dining options. We're listing this community among the best in the region for its comfortable apartments with varied floor plans. Assisted living residents have three pet-friendly apartment styles to choose from, including studio and one- and two-bedroom layouts. All apartments have full private bathrooms, personal storage space and kitchenettes. Additionally, the community houses several activity rooms and social areas where residents visit with neighbors and participate in individual and group activities. The community supports regular communication through the family engagement app to help families maintain contact with loved ones and track their care.

Bickford of Crystal Lake sits 9 miles from Huntley in Crystal Lake, close to medical clinics, pharmacies and parks. We include this award-winning community on our list for its dynamic activities program. It hosts daily and weekly activities, including outings to restaurants and points of interest, theme days and daily exercise programs. The residence also partners with local organizations to provide pet therapy visits and live entertainment. Along with this, it engages with the program Bread Basket Scratch Kitchen. This includes homestyle meals with high-grade meats and poultry, locally sourced produce and fresh bread each day. Additionally, the facility provides HigherPath Care Coordination, which features medical support through a physician-led care team.

Clarendale of Algonquin sits just 6 miles from Huntley, near health care amenities and restaurants. We rank this resort-style community among the top in the Huntley region for its signature programs. Its Health and Wellness Navigation Program offers a tailored experience for residents through individualized meal plans, medical scheduling and transportation services and exercise plans. The EverSafe 360 program supports residents’ health and safety through telemedicine services, emergency response plans and cleaning and air purification practices. Besides this, the community provides spa and wellness services with instructor-led fitness classes and a full-service salon.

The Heathers Senior Homes of Lake in the Hills rests within proximity to local parks, dining options and medical facilities. The one-story community comprises two houses, each able to accommodate 18 residents, keeping the environment intimate and easy to navigate. Residents have access to a state-of-the-art kitchen, an exercise area and a beauty salon, as well as open-air porches and a landscaped courtyard. Enlight, the community's life-enrichment program, offers opportunities for engaging in arts and crafts, community service projects and lifelong learning through educational presentations and intergenerational activities. Additionally, residents participate in tasks such as folding laundry and setting tables to maintain a sense of purpose.

The West Dundee community of The Woodlands at Canterfield rests about 10 miles from Huntley, near parks, Advocate Sherman Hospital and a mall. This community offers a range of outdoor amenities. It boasts a terrace with fire pits and ample seating. Additionally, an outdoor pavilion provides space for live entertainment, lectures and events such as Meals from Around the Globe. The community also has concierge services to help residents schedule activities, medical appointments and transportation services.

Just 5 miles from Huntley, Melody Living Lake in the Hills stands within minutes of a hospital, a shopping mall and several parks. This community ranks on our best-of list for helping residents stay connected with loved ones. Seniors can use a Skype station to easily chat with family members. The home also reserves dedicated spaces for visiting guests, including indoor and outdoor play areas for residents' grandchildren. Staff customizes care plans and daily activities based on resident feedback. They schedule events often, including happy hours, pet therapy visits and performances by musicians and comedians. Residents select a private or companion-style apartment from six floor plans.

Lake Barrington Woods is located 15 miles east of Huntley, just minutes from Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, parks and restaurants. The community’s assisted living program includes three meals per day in the shared dining room and personal support services based on customized care plans. It has an activities calendar with creative arts classes, holiday-themed events and lifelong learning opportunities. Residents participate in structured, regularly scheduled fitness activities such as walking clubs, tai chi and water aerobics. Additionally, the community accommodates pets and allows residents to bring their furry companions to most events and activities.

Resting on a 34 acre campus near two general hospitals, Shepherd of Bull Valley offers boutique assisted living to seniors in Bull Valley. This community provides a high caregiver-to-resident ratio. The trained care team helps residents manage their medications and personal needs while assisting with mobility and transfers as needed. Staff cleans the private and semi-private residences and hosts movie nights, art projects and exercise classes, such as chair ballet and strength training. Seniors also go swimming in the indoor Olympic-sized pool and tell stories around the grand fireplace. An exterior security camera system monitors the wooded property, and electronic keypad locks safeguard the building's entrances.