Encore Senior Living

Q: What neighborhood is Encore Senior Living in?

Encore Senior Living is in the Chicago Loop neighborhood of Chicago.

Q: Is Encore Senior Living in a walkable area?

Encore Senior Living has a walk score of 99. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

Q: What is the phone number of Encore Senior Living?

(312) 462-4462 will put you in contact with the team at Encore Senior Living.

Q: Is Encore Senior Living Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Encore Senior Living is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

Overview of Encore Senior Living

As a property management company, Encore Senior Living in Chicago provides a range of living options to cater to seniors’ varying needs, including assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Their goal is to help seniors live on their own terms without worrying about safety. The community creates a home with a unique personality. Each resident is valued for their individuality and independence. They offer a variety of floor plans to choose from, so seniors can find the perfect space that suits their lifestyle.\

Designed to provide an engaging and social environment, they have on-site dining where residents can enjoy meals with others, a salon and spa for pampering, landscaped grounds with outdoor nooks for fresh air, community rooms for events, and even a wellness office to ensure that residents are staying healthy and active. If you’re looking for a senior living community that feels like home, Encore Senior Living in Chicago is the perfect choice.

(312) 462-4462 info@encorecares.com

13 years in operation

A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.

Walk Score: 99 / 100

Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

BBB Rating: B- (Not Accredited)

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About this community

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

ContactMr. Tom Ostrom, CEO

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Fitness Center

Library

Salon

Barber

Spa

Dining Room

Restaurant

Courtyard

Garden

Patio

Walking Paths

Movie Theater

Transportation

Concierge

Housekeeping

Laundry

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Starting Price$2,100 per month

0.5 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Chicago's city center to Encore Senior Living's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.27 miles to nearest hospital (Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago)

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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 Encore Senior Living in?

Encore Senior Living is in the Chicago Loop neighborhood of Chicago.

Is Encore Senior Living in a walkable area?

Encore Senior Living has a walk score of 99. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the phone number of Encore Senior Living?

(312) 462-4462 will put you in contact with the team at Encore Senior Living.

Is Encore Senior Living Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Encore Senior Living is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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