Brookdale Urbana
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Urbana, IL

Overview of Brookdale Urbana

Brookdale Urbana provides an exceptional assisted living and memory care experience. The home strives to enhance the quality of life of seniors needing quality assistance. They offer options that cater to each individual’s needs. As a Brookdale Senior Living Group member, Urbana guarantees a resident-centered atmosphere for seniors, promoting a comfortable living situation.

The lifestyle at Brookdale is designed to make lives safe and convenient for everyone. Its all-inclusive amenities and services include fully furnished assisted living apartments, spacious common areas, recreational rooms, housekeeping, transportation, and specialized memory care training services. Management prides itself on its approach to modern assisted living care, which is unparalleled thanks to its remarkable care staff that never fails to offer compassionate care.

Bed community size
93-bed community Rank #142 / 418Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 142nd out of 418 homes we track in Illinois for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Illinois facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 47 / 100 Rank #356 / 634Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 356th out of 634 homes we track in Illinois for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Illinois facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living/Shared Housing Establishment
StatusActive
IssuanceOctober 25, 2025
ExpirationOctober 25, 2026
CountyChampaign
License Number5100349

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brookdale Urbana is legally operated by Emeritus Corporation.

Type Of Units

Permanent Units
73 units
Alzheimer's Units
20 units
Total beds
93 units

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety FeaturesEmergency Alert System

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pet Friendly
Library
Dining
Game Room
Movie Theater
Piano
ActivitiesEngaging activities including coffee chats, baking classes, and music programs
Touring HoursMon - Fri: 8am - 9pm CT / Sat: 9am - 5:30pm CT

Pricing & Financial Information

Assisted Living$3,710 per month
Memory Care$4,925 per month

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Inspection History

In Illinois, the Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation conducts annual unannounced surveys to assess compliance with state and federal healthcare facility standards.

Since 2024 · 2 years of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 0 deficiencies 11 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Illinois state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2024 vs. Illinois state average
Overall vs. IL average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (100% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityIL Averagevs. IL Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 07 This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (0 vs. IL avg 7).↓ 100% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityIL Averagevs. IL Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 119 This facility has had 22% more total inspections than the Illinois average (11 vs. IL avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 22% more

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 335 / 391 / 483 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brookdale Urbana

Studio
1 Bedroom
2 bedroom
Studio

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Address 2.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Urbana's city center to Brookdale Urbana's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Assisted Living around Urbana

Info below is compiled from the IL Dept. of Public Health (IDPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Brookdale Urbana
AL
MC
Urbana (The Highlands)
93
Facility 93
IL AVG 85
Rank #142 / 418
Yes
47
Facility 47
IL AVG 52
Rank #356 / 634
--Emeritus Corporation11
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 3
Rank #242 / 315
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #222 / 315
Studio / Alcove / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Amber Glen Memory Care
AL
MC
RC
Urbana (The Highlands)
38
Facility 38
IL AVG 85
Rank #349 / 418
Yes
47
Facility 47
IL AVG 52
Rank #356 / 634
--Urbana Senior Housing I Propco, LLC15
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 3
Rank #242 / 315
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #302 / 315
Studio
Prairie Winds of Urbana
AL
Urbana-Yes
46
Facility 46
IL AVG 52
Rank #365 / 634
20
Facility 20
IL AVG 16
Rank #67 / 185
A+----Studio / 1 Bed

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Illinois

Brookdale Urbana is located in Urbana, Illinois.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Illinois.

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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
IL

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.
IL

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).
IL

~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).
IL

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).
IL

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).
IL

~$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
IL

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)

Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale Urbana

What neighborhood is Brookdale Urbana in?

Brookdale Urbana is in the The Highlands neighborhood of Urbana.

Who is the owner of Brookdale Urbana?

Brookdale Urbana is legally operated by Emeritus Corporation.

Is Brookdale Urbana in a walkable area?

Brookdale Urbana has a walk score of 47. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Brookdale Urbana?

According to IL state health department records, Brookdale Urbana's license number is 5100349.

When does Brookdale Urbana's license expire?

According to IL state health department records, Brookdale Urbana's license expires on October 25, 2026.

Does Brookdale Urbana have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Brookdale Urbana on this page.

Are pets allowed at Brookdale Urbana?

Yes, Brookdale Urbana allows residents to bring their pets.

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