Cedar Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care in Lake Zurich, Illinois, is a community dedicated to reshaping expectations of senior living by providing an environment where residents thrive, connect, and truly feel at home. At Cedar Lake, the philosophy centers around creating extraordinary experiences in every aspect of daily life, ensuring that each resident has the support and inspiration to live fully. The community offers both Assisted Living and Memory Care services, with programs thoughtfully designed to recognize the individuality and continued passions of residents. Customized care is provided by team members who focus on meeting each person’s unique needs, supporting independence while delivering tailored assistance when needed.
The dining experience at Cedar Lake is distinctly innovative, with a menu that reflects a commitment to quality, seasonal, and regional produce. Residents can expect restaurant-level ambiance, service, and culinary offerings, creating a setting where every meal is an occasion. This dedication to exceptional dining is part of Cedar Lake’s broader approach to wellness, which encompasses not only physical health but also social and psychological fulfillment. Wellness programs are in place to support residents’ goals, encouraging a lifestyle that maximizes happiness and overall well-being.
What sets Cedar Lake apart is its vibrant, resident-driven culture. The team values input from those who call the community home, ensuring programming and activities reflect their interests, talents, and ideas. Whether it’s creative endeavors like the resident-led “Drawing It Your Way” series with a former art teacher, Marilyn, or lighthearted events such as real-life Hungry Hungry Hippos competitions and in-house “Oscars” award nights, laughter and movement are at the core of daily life. Residents unlock their artistic potential in classes guided by Marilyn, where the focus is on embracing unique styles and practicing kindness to oneself, reinforcing the idea that creativity knows no age limits.
Connections and relationships are deeply nurtured at Cedar Lake. Special moments—such as the Valentine’s Mixology Social where Chloe, the Programming Coordinator, performed a moving Neil Young song—underscore the familial bonds that develop between residents and team members. These celebrations are not just about festivities, but about the genuine camaraderie and shared stories that make Cedar Lake feel like family. Events often serve a deeper purpose, such as supporting the Walk to End Alzheimer’s through Singing Love-O-Grams, weaving community outreach and joy together.
The community thrives on engagement, whether through wellness initiatives, progressive programming, or resident-driven creative and social opportunities. Activities are constantly evolving, with a calendar shaped by the very people who participate, ensuring greater involvement and meaningful outcomes. Spaces and amenities are purposefully crafted to support the best quality of life, where residents can dance, eat, create, and laugh together. At Cedar Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care, everyone is welcomed and celebrated for who they are, in an environment where independence, inclusion, and happiness flourish.