Discover Aspen Woods of Vernon Hills

A standard in memory care.

Our Mission

At Aspen Woods, our mission is to provide 24/7 support through person-centered memory care that meets each resident where they are, honors their individuality, and enhances their dignity. We partner with families through open communication and trust, ensuring that every resident experiences positive well-being, independence, and empowerment in a safe, nurturing home.

500+

Seniors served

10+

Years of experience

95%

Satisfaction Rate

100%

Personalized Care Plans

About Aspen Woods

At Aspen Woods, Our Mission Is to Provide 24/7 Support Through Person-Centered Memory Care That Meets Each Resident Where They Are, Honors Their Individuality, and Enhances Their Dignity.

We partner with families through open communication and trust, ensuring that every resident experiences positive well-being, independence, and empowerment in a safe, nurturing home.

Aspen Woods Will Be Known as the Local, Trusted Memory Care Community Where Residents Live With Dignity, Joy, and Purpose.

Through stability in staff, person-centered care, and meaningful daily engagement, we envision a community where families experience peace of mind and residents thrive.

Our Vission

Our Respite Stay program offers a short-term, community living experience for a minimum of 2 weeks, up to 1 month. It’s a great way for families to see if our community is the right fit, with the benefit of offering respite for caregivers.

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Personalized Support

Residents enjoy the same attentive care and engaging lifestyle as our full-time community members, tailored to their individual needs.

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Peace of Mind for Families

Caregivers can rest and recharge knowing their loved one is in a safe, welcoming, and professionally supported environment.

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A True Community Experience

Short-term stays include access to daily activities, dining, and amenities—offering a genuine glimpse into life at Aspen Woods.

The Heart of Aspen Woods

Our values guide every moment of care. Through patience, kindness, stability, trust, and respect, we create a community where residents feel understood, supported, and truly at home.

We believe in offering care with empathy, understanding, and kindness, treating every senior as a valued individual.

We provide care with empathy, kindness, and respect, treating every senior as a valued individual.

We honor each resident's individuality, dignity, and life experiences in every interaction.

Respect guides our care, ensuring every senior feels valued and appreciated for who they are.

We are committed to embodying honesty, embracing openness, and maintaining accountability in all our endeavors.

Our commitment to honesty and transparency ensures trust and confidence in our care.

We strive for excellence in every aspect of our services, delivering the highest quality care.

Our dedication to quality ensures exceptional care that meets and exceeds expectations.

We foster a sense of belonging and connection, creating a supportive and inclusive environment.

By nurturing relationships, we build a vibrant community where everyone feels at home.

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Personalized support for seniors
Compassionate care, every day
Enhancing comfort and dignity
Personalized support for seniors
Compassionate care, every day

About the Community

At Aspen Woods of Vernon Hills, memory care is one of the key parts of our community structure. We offer a variety of amenities to ensure comfortable care provided by a trained team with expertise in Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.

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Housekeeping and Maintenance Services
Palliative Care

Focused on providing relief from the symptoms and stress of serious illness, palliative care enhances quality of life by addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

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Our Team Is Dedicated to Providing Compassionate Care and Support to Every Senior

Kristina Liszkiewicz

Executive Director

Kristina Liszkiewicz brings over 20 years of experience in senior living, combining a background in sales, marketing, and operations. She’s passionate about creating communities where residents thrive and families feel supported. Outside of work, she enjoys time with her son Jack, their dog Obi, and the simple joys of travel, golf, and good books.

Rebecca Ramirez

Resident Care Director

Rebecca is a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse with over five years of management experience in senior living care. Known for her compassionate leadership and commitment to high-quality resident care, she excels at creating warm, supportive, and person-centered environments for older adults. And when she’s off the clock, you can usually catch her planning her next quick escape to Miami.

Monica Motyka

Activities Director

Monica has been creating engaging wellness programs since 2007, beginning her career as a martial arts instructor and coach in Lake County. Over the years, she’s developed holistic programs for children, teens, and older adults, with a special focus on Tai Chi and mindful movement. At Aspen Woods, Monica draws on her experience across all levels of senior living to enrich residents’ lives through movement, mindfulness, and connection.

About Sona Senior Living

Sona Senior Living is a people-first management company dedicated to transforming senior living communities through strong leadership, operational excellence, and meaningful results. We partner with owners and teams to create environments where residents thrive, employees are supported, and performance exceeds expectations.

People-Focused Leadership

We hire, train, and empower the right people to lead with heart and accountability.

Operational Expertise

Proven success in turnaround operations and long-term stability.

Sales & Marketing Excellence

Data-driven strategies that drive occupancy, revenue, and brand growth.

Collaborative Approach

Personalized support that balances independence with strategic guidance.

Measured Results

Transparent reporting and measurable outcomes for every community we manage.

Hospice Care

Compassionate end-of-life care that focuses on comfort, dignity, and emotional support for residents and their families.

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