White Oaks at McHenry, located in McHenry, Illinois, is an assisted living community specializing in memory care for individuals with Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia. Operated by Gardant Management Solutions, this facility is designed to provide a secure and supportive environment for residents requiring specialized memory care. The community offers individualized support, structured daily programming, and a layout intended to enhance safety, promote engagement, and reduce confusion or agitation commonly associated with dementia.

Residents at White Oaks at McHenry have access to comprehensive care and medical support tailored to their needs. The facility offers diabetes care, including monitoring and management assistance, and ensures that medication management is handled by trained staff members to promote adherence and safety. Residents in need of incontinence care receive discreet assistance, while those with ambulatory needs are supported with mobility and transfer help. The community also provides full assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting.

The secured community features both indoor and outdoor walking paths to allow residents safe opportunities for exercise and fresh air. There is an on-site barber and beauty salon, as well as regularly offered programs such as yoga and chair yoga, encouraging both physical activity and relaxation. Structured clubs and community activities help foster social interaction, supporting residents in maintaining routines and connections.

Additional health services at White Oaks include English-language support and access to podiatry services. The memory care program focuses on engagement, safety, and supporting residents at all stages of cognitive decline, with staff providing ongoing attention to individual needs.

Resident and family feedback indicates that many people appreciate the clean and modern environment, the compassionate and attentive staff, and the communication regarding care. Activities and engagement opportunities are reported to help residents maintain meaningful routines. However, feedback also identifies areas for improvement, including consistent housekeeping standards, responsiveness to resident calls, meal quality and support during dining, and staffing levels for personalized attention. Some families have also noted concerns regarding transparency around care and feelings that the environment may not suit residents with less severe conditions.

Overall, White Oaks at McHenry provides a memory care-focused environment with a range of supportive services and amenities, tailoring care to the specific needs of residents with cognitive impairment, while actively seeking to maintain their safety, health, and well-being.

Costs at this community start at $5,000 and range up to $7,700. The average price in the community is $6,350, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,609. The cost of memory care in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.