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#LifeatCedarLake

Nervous you won’t make friends? Unlikely! Afraid you’ll have to give up your hobbies? Not a chance. Get a glimpse into our community programming and what life is like living here by checking out our Facebook page. We frequently share what residents have been doing to stay active, involved, and living life to the fullest.

This Valentine’s season, one of our Directors of Entertainment & Programming, Jim, delivered Singing Love-O-Grams in style! 🎤✨
Dressed to impress in a bold red tux, he’s surprising residents and team members with serenades, roses, and sweet treats. 🌹🍫
But these ...performances aren’t just about love—they’re about giving back.

💜 Every Love-O-Gram supports the Walk to End Alzheimer’s, helping us take a stand against this disease while spreading joy.

At Spectrum Retirement, we cherish the incredible bonds between our team and residents—because here, we’re more than a community, we’re family. ❤️

During the Valentine’s Mixology Social, Chloe, an amazing Programming Coordinator at Cedar Lake Assisted Living & Memory Care ...& Greg, the Director of Entertainment and Programming, shared a truly heartfelt moment. Chloe introduced a beautiful Neil Young song—her parents’ wedding song—then performed a stunning live rendition that touched every heart in the room. 💕

These moments of joy, connection, and shared stories are what make life at Cedar Lake so special. Love isn’t just a holiday—it’s something we celebrate every day. 💞

Press play for a bouquet you can actually eat! 🌹🧀 Our residents got crafty with charcuterie, turning salami and cheese into edible art. Who needs flowers when you have this? #valentinesdaysnacks

Smiles, laughter, and new friendships! 💛 This weekend, our community welcomed families from East Lake Academy for an afternoon of bingo and balloon volleyball. These precious moments remind us why we cherish intergenerational activities so much.

Aging is an art, and we’re all masters of it! 🎉🌟 Here’s to another year of redefining what it means to live fully—young at heart, bright in spirit, and glowing into 2025! 💫 #SpectrumRetirement #YoungAtHeart #NewYearNewAdventures

Last weekend, we transformed our community into a festive Candy Cane Lane wonderland! 🌟 From our cozy gift shop and wrapping station to a heartwarming reading room with Mrs. Claus and a Santa’s mailbox for the little ones, the holiday cheer was unforgettable. ❤️

At Homestead at ...Hickoryview, we’re more than a senior living community—we’re a place where neighbors become family and memories are made. 🌟

🎁 Ready to join a close-knit, vibrant community? Come visit us and see why life here feels like home!

When creativity strikes, the results glow! 💡🎄 Our Winter Wreath Creation class had residents rolling, twisting, and lighting up the season—literally! With deco mesh, wireframes, and fairy lights, they crafted glowing masterpieces that brighten our hallways. Activities like this keep minds ...sharp, hands busy, and hearts full of cheer.

#independentliving #assistedliving

This Thanksgiving, our hearts are full of gratitude for family—and the warm hugs that remind us what home truly feels like.

#thisismemorycare

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Hear From Residents and Family of Cedar Lake Assisted Living & Memory Care!

My mom was very apprehensive about leaving her house. Moving into Cedar Lake has been a wonderful seamless transition. My mom is already meeting new friends and has found connections already after only 2 days. She is calling me and sharing her new experiences. Everyone is so very nice and loving!! I am so happy for her and gives me comfort to know she is safe. 🥰❤️🥰
Kathy Birkland
Kathy Birkland
20:01 31 Jan 25
I was there recently for a car show. And Joanne the sales director gave me a tour. The residents are all very happy and friendly, and staff was very kind and caring.
jtm2571
jtm2571
18:01 22 Nov 24
My sister Diane Schroeder is a resident of Cedar Lake. Today I had her take her to the hospital very early for a procedure. Staff had her all set to go, and the nursing staff provided the hospital with all the important information and the meds that she took for the day. Northwestern hospital staff was impressed with the detail of the report.
Mark Schroeder
Mark Schroeder
15:42 11 Oct 24
All staff members are friendly, welcoming, helpful, and considerate—all while being professional. The facility is clean and maintained well, and it is located in a desireable and a scenic area, Lake Zurich. IL.
Celia
Celia
20:09 02 Oct 24
Cedar Lake is not only a beautiful place to call home. The staff and residents are amazing. I would highly recommend this community.
Kay Reissig
Kay Reissig
19:23 08 Aug 24
The staff seems well trained, caring and work exceptionally well as a team. The property is well maintained and bright and 'cheery' in decor. Cedar Lake has my well earned trust in caring for my stepdad.
Dan Chalifoux
Dan Chalifoux
14:57 02 May 24
My mother-in-law spent about a year and a half in this facility, before she had to move on to a different community for memory care. Of the communities that we visited and used, this was my favorite. It has a small, close-knit feel between the residents and staff. The staff are very kind, patient, and helpful to the residents. They have a wonderful movie, reading, and exercise room, and do a great job scheduling activities. We did have a few communication issues where the administration did not give us much warning that she was in need of memory care -- we felt rather rushed and scrambled trying to find her another place.Overall though, I would highly recommend the assisted living.
James Dauray
James Dauray
15:26 09 Dec 23
Cedar Lake surpassed our expectations. The facility was clean, well maintained, and residents look happy and healthy. Kelly took the time to answer all of our questions and concerns. She was very personable and informative.
Tina Herczeg
Tina Herczeg
21:03 11 Feb 23
I want to send out a big thank you to the staff at Cedar Lake. So very compassionate and are taking good care of my mom, Josephine Basquel. They have gone beyond to make sure she is comfortable and happy.A special shout out to Wendy and Elizabeth at the front desk who have made sure my mom’s Xmas gifts were brought to her room and the batteries needed were in place and that she knew who they were from.I can’t tell you how much you all have lifted my spirits during this COVID pandemic when I’m not able to go home and visit her.Gratefully,Judy McCosky
Judy Mccosky
Judy Mccosky
16:29 15 Nov 20
We checked out many places for my Mom, and Cedar Lake stood out from all the rest. Mom moved in last month and she loves living there. The staff are all very nice people and genuinely seem to care about my mom. She now has people to help her with anything that she needs, and she still has all her own furniture in her own apartment. Our family is glad to have found a great place for her.
Theodore Sword
Theodore Sword
13:47 15 Nov 18
My Mom is 94 and has been recently diagnosed with Dementia. She can still function well, but needs alot of Cueing. We chose Cedar Lake because of the Residence Club program that seems to be a combination of Assisted Living and Memory Care. Mom moved in 2 weeks ago and has adjusted very well. The Staff is exceptional. Each and everyone we have met that works there, is well trained and very Caring. They havea wonderful daily program of activities to keep Mom active and socializing. The facilities are immaculate and the food is quite good. There were no surprises as everything was clearly explained in advance. So far, I do not think that Mom could be in a better Place, and that is very comforting to me.
gary byrne
gary byrne
18:49 09 Nov 18
This is the most beautiful place I’ve seen by far, as I tour places for my Father. The entire experience was wonderful! Shirley is a beautiful, caring, all around wonderful person!! My tour with her was so nice, and comforting... She really made me feel so much better, and calmed my nerves so much. I’d refer this beautiful home, to anyone without thinking twice!! If you’re having a hard time finding a wonderful place for your loved one... go see Shirley!!! You won’t be disappointed!!
Kathleen Rezzardi
Kathleen Rezzardi
04:33 23 Aug 18
This has been an excellent move and new home for my mother. She is out of her apartment most of the day, enjoying activities or just spending time in the lobby. That was not the case in her prior independent senior residence. The staff is very caring and interacts with my mother affectionately. The food is plentiful, and there is a danger of weight gain, perhaps--but no worries about keeping elders hydrated. I really like the smaller community where there is plenty to do but everything feels personal and unhurried.
Marcia V
Marcia V
18:15 25 May 18
My Dad has been at the memory care unit for a few years, basically since soon after Cedar lake opened. I have found the staff to be very nice and enjoy the fact that the fun/activities manager and Memory Care Director are interested in who and what makes my Dad the person he is although the disease has changed him so much. The dignity of the person suffering from Dementia could be so compromised because of what occurs throughout the course of the disease, yet these folks are preserving the person and personality that was once there and is still inside. I commend them for that. The caregivers are great. Your loved ones are in good hands!
Catherine Regan
Catherine Regan
16:37 16 May 18
Moving my mom into assisted living was not an easy decision, but I couldn't be happier that we chose Cedar Lake. From our initial visit to our moving-in day to her continued care, the staff has made every step of this transition easier. Everyone knows her by name and knows her specific needs, and the open communication let's me know that she is getting great care. She is also very active in the fitness program and attends many of the social events. Knowing that she is safe and happy means the world to my family! I can't recommend Cedar Lake enough.
Sally Heineman
Sally Heineman
13:56 28 Oct 17
Terri has an amazing personality. When positive energy generates from the top down throughout the building, effective care emerges. I do hope to be an employee there one day.
Priscilla Newlove
Priscilla Newlove
05:08 11 Jun 16