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Our Program
Adult Day Retreat Services & Activities

Comprehensive Support and Care

Second Season’s program blends hands-on daily care with a full calendar of activities, giving every member both the support they need and something to look forward to. From the moment members arrive, our trained staff manages medication reminders, personal care, and meals, while members choose from ten dedicated activity spaces built around connection, creativity, and fun, all under the guidance of a team with over 40 years of combined experience in Illinois home health care.

How Our Program Works:

Trained staff manage medication reminders, personal care, and meals throughout the day.

Members choose from ten dedicated activity spaces, including a café, casino, cinema, and exercise room.

Every member is supported by a team with over 40 years of combined experience in Illinois home health care and a thorough understanding of Illinois Dept. of Public Health Administrative Code requirements for adult day services.

Arts & Crafts Room

Our arts and crafts rooms offer members a creative space to explore their talents, engage in hands-on projects, and express themselves through various artistic activities.

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Cafe

Our cafes provide a welcoming space where members can enjoy socializing, delicious meals, and a sense of community.

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Casino

Our casinos offer members a fun and engaging environment to enjoy games, socialize, and experience the excitement of friendly competition.

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Cinema

Our cinemas provide members with a cozy and entertaining space to enjoy movies, special screenings, and shared viewing experiences.

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Computer Stations

Our computer stations provide members with convenient access to technology for staying connected, exploring new interests, and engaging in digital activities.

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Exercise Room

Our exercise rooms offer members a dedicated space to engage in physical activity, improve fitness, and promote overall well-being through a variety of chair exercises and wellness programs.

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Library

Our libraries offer members a tranquil space to enjoy reading, explore new interests, and participate in literary activities.

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Lounge Areas

Our lounge areas provide members with a comfortable and inviting space to relax, socialize, and enjoy leisurely activities.

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Nail Salon

Our nail salons offer members a pampering space to enjoy professional nail care and relaxation.

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Napping Room

Our napping rooms provide members with a peaceful and comfortable space to rest and recharge.

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Puzzles & Games

Our puzzles and games rooms offer members a fun and engaging space to enjoy a variety of games and brain-teasing activities.

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Testimonials

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Sydney Hazlewood
January 10, 2026
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I can’t speak higher of this place. They really came through when we needed them and made everything as easy and comforting as possible. The facility is amazing and the staff was so kind. I will be telling everyone about this place.
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John Partipilo
November 5, 2025
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Response from the Business: We take all reviews seriously and value transparency. However, the statements made in the Review by Mike O'Connor are entirely false. The individual in question has no affiliation with our business and has been repeatedly advised by law enforcement to cease contact and false claims involving our staff. For the safety of our team and to protect the integrity of our business, we have documented this harassment and will be forwarding all related materials to our legal counsel should this defamatory content not be removed. We remain committed to providing compassionate, professional care for our clients and their families and will continue focusing on that mission rather than engaging in baseless online accusations.
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John Briggs
September 7, 2025
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What a wonderful and hidden gem! My wife stayed there for nearly a year before moving on to memory care. Every one of their staff CARES deeply about these people struggling with Dementia, and is EXPERIENCED with handling them. What a GOD-SEND! Pat, the owner is very creative and has transformed this space into an exciting, colorful, warm environment. My wife NEVER resisted going there as I ramped up from 2, to 3, to 4 and to 5 days a week. One of there goals is to READY our loved ones for the next step into memory care. The Second Seasons Adult Day Retreat also works hand in hand with ELA HOME CARE services which helped me with showering, etc. Paperwork with my long term care insurance company were patiently addressed and submitted every month for me. This is a VERY special place!
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Denise Myers
May 10, 2025
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What an amazing place. My husband actually looks forward to going to Second Season. They keep him engaged with so many activities to do. The director is very kind and compassionate. I can trust while I’m working, he is in good, caring hands.
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Peggy Kalkas
April 23, 2025
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It is a difficult step to engage an adult day care place for your spouse. I couldn’t be happier having found Second Season for my beloved husband with Alzheimer’s. The retreat is modern, wonderfully decorated and has terrific activities from arts and crafts, to chair exercises to a memory class. A cheery cafe provides meals. The best thing about Second Season is the warm and wonderful staff that cares for my husband. He is happy and safe and well cared for…which makes this transition for us all the easier. Second Season and its staff are a God send!!
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Ellen Lerner
March 3, 2025
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As a hospice care provider, we have had the opportunity to collaborate with Lifeline for Healing and have been very impressed with Karen’s dedication. The center provides a warm and engaging environment where individuals receive the support they need. I highly recommend Lifeline For Healing for their loved ones.
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Karen Holmes
March 3, 2025
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I went for a tour of this wonderful retreat day care center. Everything was so clean and safe and decorated so beautifully. I would feel comfortable leaving my loved one here!
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KEN LOSSMAN
February 24, 2025
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Dementia is such a difficult disease, but we have found some great people at SECOND SEASON who really know how to care for our loved one. My wife had no desire to even "try" this approach, and it is still a battle at times, but she speaks so highly of all of the team at Second Season with phrases such as "everyone is so nice" "they always ask what do you need" "there is always someone with you all the time". It will take time but I believe she will eventually be asking to go instead of being sad that she will not be with me, her husband of 50+ years. Second Season has given me a respite in my caregiving and I know I am a better caregiver when I have some "time off". Thank you Pat and your entire TEAM!
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Donna Yehl
February 14, 2025
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Second Season Retreat has been a blessing! Pat, Kim and the staff are amazing. They keep her busy and she always comes home happy. Being open on Saturdays is amazing. This provides my family a weekly break. I recommend Second Season Adult Day retreat to anyone who needs caregiver support.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Second Season Retreat?

Second Season Retreat is an adult day retreat based in the Fox River Valley region of Illinois, serving adults, including those in the early stages of Alzheimer’s or dementia. Rather than a typical care facility, it’s designed as a retreat-style social club: members spend their day in a full activity center with a café, casino, cinema, arts and crafts room, exercise room, and more, all under the supervision of trained staff. The program is led by a team with over 40 years of combined experience in Illinois home health care, and Second Season currently operates in Fox River Grove, IL, with a second location coming soon to West Dundee, IL.

What does a typical day look like at Second Season?

Members move freely between activities like the café, casino, and cinema, with staff on hand throughout the day for medication reminders, meals, and personal care.

Can we give medications?

We can’t administer medications directly, but we remind members when it’s time to take them, provide water, and confirm the dose is taken. Family provides each dose in a labeled container.

Who is the program designed for?

Our program is designed for adults, including those in the early stages of Alzheimer’s or dementia, who benefit from daytime supervision, structure, and social engagement.

How is care structured throughout the day?

Staff manage medication reminders, personal care, and meals continuously, so members can move between activities without interruption to their care.

Can you accommodate food allergies?

Yes, our café staff checks in with every member about allergies and dietary needs before meals are served.

See Our Program in Action

Schedule a tour to walk through our activity rooms and meet the staff who run them.

Email: info@secondseasonretreat.com
Phone: (224) 249-0032

Fox River Grove: 906 IL-22
Fox River Grove, IL 60021

West Dundee: 1925 Huntley Road West Dundee, IL 60118

Hours: Monday - Saturday, 7am - 7pm