Westwood Oaks Independent Living

Q: What neighborhood is Westwood Oaks Independent Living in?

Westwood Oaks Independent Living is in the Kankakee neighborhood.

Q: Is Westwood Oaks Independent Living in a walkable area?

Westwood Oaks Independent Living has a walk score of 14. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Q: Are there photos of Westwood Oaks Independent Living?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Westwood Oaks Independent Living in the photo gallery on this page.

Q: What is the address of Westwood Oaks Independent Living?

Westwood Oaks Independent Living is located at 100 Westwood Oaks Court, Kankakee, IL 60901, United States.

Q: What is the phone number of Westwood Oaks Independent Living?

(815) 421-1633 will put you in contact with the team at Westwood Oaks Independent Living.

Q: Is Westwood Oaks Independent Living Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Westwood Oaks Independent Living is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of Westwood Oaks Independent Living

Peacefully set in Kankakee, IL, Westwood Oaks Independent Living is a blissful senior living community, offering independent living to active and dynamic residents. Dedicated to helping residents rediscover themselves, the community offers an array of convenient services to make sure they focus more of their time on their well-being and passions. In addition to well-appointed residences, residents here enjoy the convenience of housekeeping, maintenance, and linen services.

Residents here also benefit from the excellent wellness assistant program for their wellness needs and an array of activities for recreation, leisure and socialization. Fresh, chef-prepared meals are served restaurant-style in the cozy dining areas that foster meaningful interactions and bonding. Access to various amenities, such as a dog park, salon, creative arts studio, and theater are also offered to make residents’ retirement experience as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.

(815) 421-1633

Walk Score: 14 / 100

Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What does this home offer?

Building Type: 3-story

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1.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Kankakee's city center to Westwood Oaks Independent Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Community Care Program

Illinois CCP

Age 60+

General Illinois resident, at risk of nursing home placement.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,215/month individual

Asset Limits $17,500 individual, excludes home, car

High demand in urban areas; waitlists possible.

Benefits

In-home care (3-5 hours/day) Adult day services ($65/day) Emergency home response systems ($30/month)

Illinois Respite Program

IL Respite (via NFCSP)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)

General Illinois resident.

Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Asset Limits Not applicable.

Limited slots; urban/rural balance.

Benefits

In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$65/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Supportive Living Program (SLP)

Illinois Medicaid Supportive Living Program

Age 65+ or 22-64 with disability

General Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs moderate assistance (not nursing home-level).

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).

~200 SLP sites statewide; room/board not covered.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, mobility) Meals Housekeeping Medication management Respite (~240 hours/year)

Persons Who Are Elderly Waiver

Illinois Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+

General Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Part of HealthChoice Illinois; consumer-directed options available.

Benefits

Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., dressing, eating) Homemaker Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Home mods ($1,000 avg.)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Illinois Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled

General Illinois resident, Medicare Part A/B.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits

Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Illinois Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled

General Illinois resident, in approved facility, SSI recipient or low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI

Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

~$50-$500/month based on facility type.

Benefits

Cash (~$50-$500/month) for room/board in personal care homes or SLFs

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Illinois VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse

General Illinois resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits

Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

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What neighborhood is Westwood Oaks Independent Living in?

Westwood Oaks Independent Living is in the Kankakee neighborhood.

Is Westwood Oaks Independent Living in a walkable area?

Westwood Oaks Independent Living has a walk score of 14. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Are there photos of Westwood Oaks Independent Living?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Westwood Oaks Independent Living in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Westwood Oaks Independent Living?

Westwood Oaks Independent Living is located at 100 Westwood Oaks Court, Kankakee, IL 60901, United States.

What is the phone number of Westwood Oaks Independent Living?

(815) 421-1633 will put you in contact with the team at Westwood Oaks Independent Living.

Is Westwood Oaks Independent Living Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Westwood Oaks Independent Living is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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