Golden Age Assisted Living

Golden Age Assisted Living

Overview of Golden Age Assisted Living

An idyllic retreat located in the charming neighborhood of Willowbrook, IL, Golden Age Assisted Living offers assisted living. With its top-notch care and assistance around the clock, residents can rest assured of living comfortably and safely in their golden years. The community also features a team consisting of doctors, podiatrists, and other medical professionals to meet residents’ healthcare needs.

Aside from their physical well-being, the community also conducts enriching programs and stimulating activities to ensure residents are happy and socially engaged. Physical and occupational therapy and scheduled transportation are also provided for residents’ convenience. Have a delightful dining experience with delicious and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. The community strives to promote a vibrant and welcoming environment alongside purposely designed amenities and cozy spaces for residents to enjoy every moment of their later years with ease.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 7 Rank #273 / 282Bed count — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 273rd out of 282 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #78 / 144Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 78th out of 144 assisted living communities we track in Illinois for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Illinois facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
1 year
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #208 / 366Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 208th out of 366 assisted living communities 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 compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Assisted living 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.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living/Shared Housing Establishment
CountyDupage
License Number5202251

Ownership & Operating Entity

Golden Age Assisted Living is legally operated by Golden Age Assisted Living, Inc.

Type Of Units

Alzheimer's Units
7 units
Total beds
7 units

Safety & Compliance

Emergency SystemsYes
Safety Features24/7 awake staff, emergency call systems

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Staff-to-Resident Ratio: 1:2

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Offers Alzheimer's Care

Additional Services

3 services
Home Care
Housekeeping Services
Transportation Services

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Laundry
ActivitiesRecreational Activities
Wellness Program
Specific ProgramsHealth Programs
Touring Hours8am - 8pm

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Golden Age Assisted Living.

This facility provides Dining Services.

Food DescriptionThe dining program includes three home-cooked meals each day, with snacks and refreshments available at any time. Special diets and individual preferences are accommodated.

Room Accommodations

Housing OptionsPrivate Rooms
Building TypeSingle-story

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Address 2.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Willowbrook's city center to Golden Age Assisted Living's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our 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. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
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.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
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.
Oak Trace
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Downers Grove (Oak Trace)
94
Facility 94
IL AVG 67
Rank #55 / 282
Yes
35
Facility 35
IL AVG 48
Rank #248 / 366
-Lifespace Communities, Inc8
28
Facility 28
IL AVG 7
Rank #226 / 239
3.5
Facility 3.5
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #207 / 239
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 269
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 2
Rank #140 / 269
-
Sunrise of Willowbrook
AL
HOS
MC
Willowbrook
82
Facility 82
IL AVG 67
Rank #78 / 282
Yes
52
Facility 52
IL AVG 48
Rank #155 / 366
-Szr Willowbrook Opco, LLC4
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #116 / 239
1.0
Facility 1.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #103 / 239
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 3
Rank #210 / 269
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 2
Rank #256 / 269
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Golden Age Assisted Living
AL
Willowbrook (Westmont)
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 67
Rank #273 / 282
No
43
Facility 43
IL AVG 48
Rank #208 / 366
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 13
Rank #78 / 144
Golden Age Assisted Living, Inc-----Private Rooms

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other IL assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 3 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Illinois

Golden Age Assisted Living is located in Willowbrook, 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 Golden Age Assisted Living

What neighborhood is Golden Age Assisted Living in?

Golden Age Assisted Living is in the Westmont neighborhood of Willowbrook.

Is Golden Age Assisted Living in a walkable area?

Golden Age Assisted Living has a walk score of 43. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Golden Age Assisted Living?

According to IL state health department records, Golden Age Assisted Living's license number is 5202251.

How long has Golden Age Assisted Living been in business?

Golden Age Assisted Living has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Golden Age Assisted Living?

No, Golden Age Assisted Living has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Golden Age Assisted Living?

The team at Golden Age Assisted Living can be reached at debbie@goldenageassist.com.

How many beds does Golden Age Assisted Living have?

Golden Age Assisted Living has 7 beds.

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