Sunrise of Gurnee is located on a beautiful piece of land on Hunt Cliff Road in Lake County, Illinois. Our community grounds are breathtaking; we have a shaded walking path with bench seats for rest and relaxation, a fountain pond and gazebo area for enjoying lovely days with family and friends, and garden beds tended to by our residents featuring colorful blooms and fresh vegetables.
Within our community, you’ll find a warm and inviting atmosphere with the buzz of happy, active residents and compassionate, nurturing caregivers. At Sunrise of Gurnee, we truly believe that it is the caliber of our designated care managers that sets us apart. We hire qualified caregivers who build personal relationships with our residents and understand each person’s unique needs and preferences.
Our Reminiscence Neighborhood offers specialized care for those living with memory loss. Residents have access to private bathtiques with whirlpool tubs, a full service salon, a private dining room, and spacious outdoor patios.
Our activity program is vibrant and varied; daily exercise and afternoon socials are among our residents’ favorite activities. Our residents are very active in our local Gurnee community. Many volunteer with Woodland Community Grade School and students also come to Sunrise to visit and complete projects.
Our dining program at Sunrise of Gurnee reflects fresh herb flavors, instead of salt. Many enjoy the sweetness of balsamic vinegar, while others like a dash of hot sauce on their morning eggs. No matter what your preference, there is something for everyone! We consistently offer tastings, sometimes during social hour, to inspire alternate menu choices. Our enthusiastic food committee meets every month to ensure the new and popular offerings get added to the menu rotation.
Each morning our residents enjoy their choice of omelets for breakfast and for lunch many of our residents prefer fresh salads topped with grilled chicken. A few community favorites include Kris’ pasta with blue cheese & chicken, Asian stir fry with vegetables, mini burger sliders, bratwurst with baked beans, bottom round beef with seasonal vegetables and roasted turkey. For dessert many prefer pie, while others like cookies or ice cream.
Holiday meals are a real occasion at Gurnee. We ask residents which recipes they would like prepared for upcoming occasions and then develop a unique presentation utilizing our cooks’ creative talents. Easter-time ham and turkey in November are seasonal favorites. Other special holidays such as New Year’s Eve, Election Day, President’s Day, and Veterans Day call for customized menus, as well. During the summer holidays such as the Fourth of July and Labor Day, we see requests for picnic foods and fresh seasonal favorites.
Although services and amenities vary slightly by location and care level, they typically include:
- Trained staff available 24-hours a day
- Daily physical fitness, creative, social, learning and spiritual activities , scheduled group trips and resident-sponsored clubs for a variety of interests
- Up to three delicious, well-balanced meals served daily featuring a variety of menu choices with snacks available throughout the day
- Monthly wellness visits by a licensed on-staff nurse
- Weekly housekeeping and daily trash removal
- Weekly personal laundry
- Social and educational programs for families
- Scheduled resident and family meetings
- Gracious accommodations with a variety of floor plans
- Maintenance of building and grounds
Community & Location Highlights:
- Located in the Chicago metropolitan area near the city of Waukegan and near Gurnee Mills
- Offering assisted living , memory care for those living with Alzheimer's and other forms of dementia, and short-term stays
- Fantastic location on Hunt Club Road, just north of Washington Street and minutes from the I-94
- Medical support provided by nearby Northwestern Lake Forest Hospital, Advocate Condell Medical Center and Vista Health System
- Conveniently situated a quarter of a mile from major shopping like Target, Jewel, Gurnee Mills Mall, Menards, Home Depot, a movie theater and a variety of restaurants
- Close to churches, PACE bus services, Condell Advocate Center Club fitness center, Gurnee Park District Aquatic Center and Warren Township Senior Center
- Partnerships with community centers, hospice and home health resources
- An award-winning community, receiving the Gold National Quality Award by AHCA/NCAL in 2018, the first year an assisted living center has received the Gold Award. Sunrise of Gurnee is one of two to be recognized with the honor
- Recognized with a Bronze National Quality Award by AHCA/NCAL in 2015, a Silver in 2016, and a Gold, long term care's highest honor, in 2018.
- Our Resident Care Director was interviewed by AHCA/NCAL, and her beautiful story became a social media highlight .
