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Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Assisted Living

10 East Hawthorn Parkway, Vernon Hills, IL

Assisted Living

★ 4.8117 reviewsRead reviews

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About Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Assisted Living

Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes is a pet-friendly assisted living community located in Vernon Hills, Illinois. We are located near Big and Little Bear Lakes, both are favorite picnic destinations for our residents and their families. Our attentive staff members are available 24 hours a day to provide quality care in a comfortable environment. In addition, visiting health care providers such as dentists and rehabilitation…

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4.8 out of 5 from 117 reviews

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★★★★★

Critical

Great when you're Healthy -- Not so much otherwise

The facility was loved by my parents, but once dad died and mom needed help it went down hill. 1st, the billing went haywire and pulled nearly [Amount Removed] from account once dad died charging for parking which he had previously gotten rid of and charging as if he still lived there. Then with mom, had charges for in-home services never provided (just a few), and once she went in the hospital for final time they stopped doing the light cleaning (so kitchen garbage sat for weeks). When she passed, they would not l…

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4.0 / 5
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Value for Cost
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1.0 / 5
Activities
3.0 / 5
Staff
2.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
2.0 / 5
S RosengardenJune 28, 2026Published source

★★★★★

Positive

The room I was shown was very nice. Well planned out with everything you would want. [name removed], my tour guide was very informative and answered all my questions. The only drawback was the location. Hard to find.

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Arlene A CzarnikJune 23, 2026Published source

★★★★★

Positive

Best people that take excellent care of your loved one

The entire staff are amazing. Any help my parents need is quickly taken care of. I fully trust my parents are safe and taken care of.

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5.0 / 5
Activities
5.0 / 5
Staff
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Meals & Dining
5.0 / 5
Stephanie DApril 3, 2026Published source

★★★★★

Positive

Fun & friendly

The staff are always very friendly and courteous. I am very happy with some the staff.

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Meals & Dining
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Michael BApril 3, 2026Published source

★★★★★

Positive

Have been here 3 years like it more and more. Everyone is friendly and has been very cognit of my needs.

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Meals & Dining
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Sandra BFebruary 16, 2026Published source

★★★★★

Positive

Solid value, great location for retirement living

The facility is located on a beautiful lake that residents can view from a large patio. The library offered at the facility is very extensive and well taken care of. The apartments are modern and large. Maintenance is quick to attend to projects and very helpful overall.

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Cleanliness
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Value for Cost
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5.0 / 5
Activities
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Staff
5.0 / 5
Meals & Dining
4.0 / 5
Kevin HFebruary 10, 2026Published source

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What we know from public sources

Care options
Assisted Living
Operator
Brookdale
Public price status
Not publicly found
Last source check
October 11, 2026

Source-published features

Amenities and services

Grouped so you can scan what affects day-to-day life before opening an operator page.

Meals & dining

  • Gluten-free
  • Professional Chef
  • No Sugar
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Vegetarian
  • Meals Provided
  • Room Service
  • Low / No Sodium
  • Guest Meals
  • Café or Bistro
  • Private Dining Room

Health & wellness

  • Incontinence Care
  • High Acuity Care
  • Memory Care
  • Diabetic Care
  • Medication Management
  • Non-Ambulatory Care
  • Staffing & Ancillary Services

Services & convenience

  • Property Convenient to Public Transit
  • Transportation at Cost
  • Uncovered Parking
  • Covered Parking
  • Complimentary Transportation
  • Resident Parking Available
  • Cats Allowed
  • Dogs Allowed
  • Pet Care Available
  • Laundry Service / Drycleaning
  • Beautician
  • Housekeeping
  • English
  • Polish
  • Spanish
  • Italian
  • German
  • Filipino

Activities & engagement

  • Live Musical Performances
  • Jewish Services
  • Live Dance or Theater Performances
  • Dances
  • Cooking Classes
  • Resident Band or Musicians
  • Tai Chi
  • Day Trips and Outings
  • Yoga / Chair Yoga
  • Stretching Classes
  • Bridge Club
  • Forever Fit
  • Book Club
  • Trivia Games
  • Community Service Organizations
  • Christian Services
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Quilting or Sewing Club
  • Educational Speakers / Life Long Learning
  • BBQs or Picnics
  • Birthday Parties
  • Other Religious Services
  • Happy Hour
  • Live Well Programs
  • Wii Bowling
  • Choir / Singing Club
  • Cards / Pinochle Club
  • Wine Tasting
  • Holiday Parties
  • Devotional Activities On-Site
  • Visiting Chaplain or Priest
  • Devotional Activities Offsite
  • Men's Club
  • Walking Club
  • Activities On-site
  • Community Service Programs
  • Activities Off-site
  • Bible Study Group
  • Pet-focused Programs
  • Cooking Club
  • Brain fitness / Dakim
  • Gardening Club
  • Current Events Club
  • Art Classes
  • Catholic Services

Outdoor spaces

  • Computer or Media Center
  • Outside Patio
  • Beauty Salon
  • Indoor Common Areas
  • Main Street Shops
  • TV Lounge
  • Library
  • Barber Shop
  • Outdoor Common Areas
  • Meeting Room
  • Private Bath
  • Raised Garden Beds
  • Billiards Lounge
  • Piano or Organ
  • Movie or Theater Room
  • Arts and Crafts Center
  • Game Room
  • Fitness Center

Apartment & room features

  • Handicap Accessible
  • Kitchenette
  • Wheelchair Accessible Showers
  • Air Conditioned
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet
  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Respite or Short Term Stays Offered

Official oversight

Inspection and quality records

Inspection coverage has not yet been completed for this community. “Not covered” is not the same as “no violations found.”

Coverage last checked October 11, 2026.

Questions to confirm with the community

Additional care fees
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Move-in fee
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