Crystal Lake senior living community ranked among nation's best

The Fountains at Crystal Lake, an independent living, assisted living and memory care community, has been rated a U.S. News & World Report Best Senior Living Community for Independent Living. The senior living ratings recognize communities that excel at making residents feel safe, well cared for and highly satisfied by the services provided by their communities.

“We’re truly honored to be recognized among the best independent living communities in the nation,” said Amy Dunn, Executive Director of The Fountains at Crystal Lake. “Our community is very special to us so we’re obviously thrilled that our residents and their families are satisfied with the environment we have created.”

The U.S. News & World Report rating is based on resident and family surveys, which ask respondents about their satisfaction with aspects of the community such as safety, caregiving, management, staff, food and dining, and activities. The Fountains at Crystal Lake has been recognized for high satisfaction in the following categories:

· Value

· Activities & Enrichment

· Management

· Safety

· Location & Environment

· Staff & Hospitality

The Fountains at Crystal Lake is managed by Watermark Retirement Communities, the nation’s 10th-leading senior housing operator. Watermark’s Thrive Memory Care is rooted in empathy and love and integrates each individual into the rhythms of daily living. Certified caregivers are specially trained to create mindful moments of connection, discovery, engagement, and growth that inspire longevity and well-being.

Unique to Watermark Retirement Communities is Gourmet Bites Cuisine, a signature dining experience that enhances independence and restores the joys of dining for individuals with cognitive or physical challenges. Expert chefs transform freshly prepared, high-quality menu items into delicious and nutritious meals featuring easily handled bite-sized portions.

In addition, the Internal Staff Training by Watermark Retirement Communities is recognized by the Alzheimer’s Association® for incorporating the evidenced-based Dementia Care Practice Recommendations in the following topic areas: Alzheimer’s and dementia, person-centered care, assessment and care planning, activities of daily living, and behaviors and communication.

“The Watermark approach to independent living is unique,” said Dunn. “Everything is designed with the goal of meeting the needs of our residents and nurturing a thriving, active lifestyle every day.”

Located in Crystal Lake, Ill., The Fountains at Crystal Lake is a 223-apartment independent living, assisted living and memory care community located at 965 North Brighton Circle.