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Located halfway between Chicago and Milwaukee, Gurnee is a quaint village with a population of 30,378 people. It has a slightly below-average senior population. The area’s weather changes dramatically by season, with hot summers, cold winters and chilly autumns. As home to family-friendly attractions such as Six Flags Great America and the state’s largest mall, Gurnee Mills, the area is a popular location for tourists. Those who prefer quieter recreation options can go fishing or boating at Waukegan Harbor or bird watching at Almond Marsh Forest Preserve. Sports fans can take advantage of close proximity to Chicago, which is known as the country’s best sports city due to its multiple professional teams.
While actual prices vary by location and amenities, Gurnee has an average assisted living price of $4,650 per month.
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On average, assisted living in Gurnee costs $4,650 per month. This is more expensive than the national median of $4,300 and the state median of $4,575. Lower costs can be found elsewhere in the region, with Missouri averaging $3,000 and Kentucky averaging $3,699. Ohio and Michigan are also cheaper, at $4,350 and $4,200, respectively,
Within Illinois, assisted living prices vary widely. Carbondale has the lowest costs in the state, at $3,750. Capital city Springfield averages $4,850 per month, and at $4,950, costs in Chicago are similar. Rockford has the highest assisted living costs in the state, at $5,113. Assisted living in central city Peoria averages $3,800. Costs in Champaign average $4,163 per month.
Note: Data for Gurnee was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Racine, WI, was used instead.
Seniors living in assisted living communities in Gurnee can apply for the Illinois Supportive Living Program. While this Medicaid program can’t be used to cover room and board, it can be used to pay for medical alert systems, personal care and medication management. Read more about this program and its application process by visiting our Assisted Living in Illinois page.
| Contact | Description | |
| AgeGuide Northeastern Illinois | (800) 528-2000 | This Area Agency on Aging funds an array of senior programs throughout Lake and surrounding counties. These include health insurance counseling, transportation and mental health care services. An ombudsman program protects residents of care homes from neglect and abuse and a health promotion initiative offers fall prevention and healthy aging classes. |
| Senior Service Coalition of Lake County | (630) 330-7716 | Aging adults can access trusted advocacy, health care and enrichment services through this organization. It offers support groups for a variety of chronic and degenerative conditions, including vision and memory loss. Members can also access special events such as guest lectures and social celebrations. |
| Dickinson Hall | (847) 234-2209 | This senior center has a lively calendar of activities designed for adults 50 and up. Members and visitors can access games, crafts and exercise classes as well as social services such as a benefits access program. A lending closet is stocked with medical equipment and notary services are available on site. |
| Lake County Veterans Service Commission | (847) 377-3344 | Here, veterans can file claims for financial assistance that can be used to pay for medical services such as dental and vision care. This body’s Midwest Veterans Closet is stocked with clothing and housewares. Referrals to health care services are available here, as is a veteran transportation program. |
| Catholic Charities Diocese of Chicago | (847) 782-4000 | This faith-based nonprofit runs health fairs and vision screenings for seniors in Chicago and the surrounding area. It also offers mental health counseling, case management and financial assistance programs. A legal assistance initiative offers free advice and information as well as connections to pro-bono representation. |
In Gurnee, assisted living communities are licensed and regulated by the Division of Assisted Living, which enforces strict standards regarding security, safety and quality of care. Visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page to learn more about these regulations.
