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Heritage Woods of Freeport

1500 S Forest Rd

4.9(40 ratings)· Freeport average: 4.5

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Quick Facts

Program eligibility
Serves Medicaid seniors via Supportive Living Program
Financial help
Financial assistance program available for qualifying residents
Guest dining
Family guests can dine with residents for $5
Staffing coverage
Certified staff on duty 24 hours, seven days

What Families Think

Families describe Heritage Woods of Freeport as a warm, attentive assisted living community where staff know residents by name and go out of their way to ease the transition into care. Reviewers consistently praise cleanliness, food quality, and the responsiveness of nursing and CNA staff, though one report raised concerns about rising rates and care not matching promises.

The Good

  • Staff described as attentive, warm, and family-like
  • Facility repeatedly called clean and well-maintained
  • 24/7 CNA and nursing staff availability
  • Meals frequently praised as delicious and varied
  • Strong support during resident transition periods
  • Active social and recreational activity programming

The Bad

  • One report of rising rates without matching care improvements

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Heritage Woods of Freeport is a senior living community in Freeport, Illinois offering Assisted Living. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.9 out of 5 across 40 reviews.

About Heritage Woods of Freeport

Heritage Woods of Freeport is an assisted living community in Freeport, Illinois, designed for adults 65 and older who need help maintaining their independence. The community is located on more than five acres on the southwest corner of West Pearl City Road and south Forest Road.

The two-story building houses 76 studio and one-bedroom apartments, each with its own kitchenette, private bathroom with shower, and emergency alert system. Residents receive personal assistance with activities of daily living and medication management from certified staff on duty 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Support services include three daily meals, housekeeping, and laundry.

Community amenities feature an activity room, beauty and barber shop, convenience store, dining room, exercise area, library, multi-purpose room, outdoor patio, and lounges. Residents are encouraged to participate in social, educational, and recreational activities and enjoy the companionship of friends and neighbors.

Heritage Woods emphasizes lifestyle and fun while maintaining residents' health, wellness, dignity, and independence. A financial assistance program is available to those who qualify, and the Supportive Living Program serves seniors 65 and older on Medicaid who receive minimum Social Security income.

Types of Care at Heritage Woods of Freeport

Assisted Living

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Kitchen
  • Private Bathroom
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • Salon / Barber

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Heritage Woods of Freeport

4.9overall · 40 ratings combined

4.9★ on Google (40)

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Erica Erickson

Jun 2026

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After having to make a difficult decision pretty quickly Hertiage Woods Staff were there to help make the transition less stressful then it already was. Having my grandfather there has given us a piece of mind that he is safe and well cared for something we struggled with while he was at home. There are many activities I never thought I would see him be apart of and he has peers which was something he needed so deeply. I absolutely appreciate everything the staff do day in and day out, he is not always the easiest 😉 but I wouldn't want him anywhere else. Heritage Woods staff and care is top of the line and their facility is beautiful and clean, food is amazing and activities are so well thought out. Thank you all for everything!!

Scott Kitzman

Jun 2026

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Words cannot capture the gratitude our family feels for Heritage Woods Freeport. From the moment our mother arrived, it was clear this was no ordinary place. The facility is beautifully appointed, immaculately clean, and feels more like a warm home than an institution — every detail thoughtfully considered for the comfort and dignity of its residents.<br><br>But what truly sets Heritage Woods apart is its people. The staff possess a rare quality that is hard to find in this world: they genuinely care. Not in a going-through-the-motions way — but deeply, tenderly, and personally. They know our mother by name, by her preferences, by her stories. They treat her not as a patient, but as a person worthy of love and attention.<br><br>Entrusting the care of a parent to others is one of the hardest decisions a family can make. Heritage Woods Freeport has turned that anxiety into peace of mind. These caregivers are, without exaggeration, a godsend — and it is profoundly comforting to know our mother is in their hands.<br><br>If you are searching for a place where your loved one will be truly seen and truly cared for, look no further. Five stars doesn't feel like enough.

Sarah Hawthorne

Sep 2025

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My father is thriving and enjoying this stage of life.

Susan Olsen

Feb 2025

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Heritage Woods of Freeport is a wonderful senior community. They are very caring and provide a welcoming environment for residents & families.

Maria Pearson

Feb 2025

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Heritage Woods of Freeport is a special place, they have a great staff that truly care for the wellbeing of their residents.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Heritage Woods of Freeport offer?

Heritage Woods of Freeport offers Assisted Living.

Where is Heritage Woods of Freeport located?

Heritage Woods of Freeport is located at 1500 S Forest Rd in Freeport, Illinois.

What do families say about Heritage Woods of Freeport?

Families describe Heritage Woods of Freeport as a warm, attentive assisted living community where staff know residents by name and go out of their way to ease the transition into care. Reviewers consistently praise cleanliness, food quality, and the responsiveness of nursing and CNA staff, though one report raised concerns about rising rates and care not matching promises.

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