Golden Haven Senior Living – The Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois
Assisted Living, Residential Care & Respite Care · Addison, IL

Golden Haven Senior Living – The Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois

Assisted Living, Residential Care & Respite Care · Addison, IL

Overview of Golden Haven Senior Living – the Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois

Golden Haven Senior Living – the Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois is a premier residential senior living community located in the Chicagoland area. As a boutique senior living community and a trusted provider in Illinois, Golden Haven Senior Living provides a home and family-like environment for seniors to live peacefully while flourishing in a new chapter of life. As a small residential assisted living community their dedicated staff provides 24/7 care as each resident receives tailored services for their specific needs and situation. Their caregivers to residents ratio is high compared to larger senior communities.
Providing multiple levels of care, residents looking for assisted living, or short-term respite stays will find all they need at this community. Other amenities provided by the team at Golden Haven Senior Living includes mind stimulating daily activities, nutritious home-cooked meals, regular family visits and outings, and top-notch caregiver support. Golden Haven Senior Living in addition to the above takes away all the burdens that are associated with caring for your elderly loved ones by arranging the needed transportation services, doctor’s appointments, therapy services, and podiatry services. It’s also worth noting that various dietary preferences are accommodated. An important emphasis from the team at Golden Haven Senior Living is providing support where needed whilst encouraging individualism in each resident. This strategy alongside their care plans and services has allowed them to become a trusted community.
Bed community size
6-bed community Rank #414 / 418Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 414th out of 418 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Illinois that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
1 year in operation
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 7 / 100 Rank #609 / 634Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 609th out of 634 homes 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.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Illinois that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living/Shared Housing Establishment
IssuanceAugust 1, 2025
CountyCook
License Number5106973

Ownership & Operating Entity

Golden Haven Senior Living – The Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois is legally operated by Esther Ama Keelson.

Type Of Units

Permanent Units
6 units
Total beds
6 units

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Offers Alzheimer's Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsFree Assessment

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price$4,800 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 2022 · 4 years of data 2 deficiencies 6 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 2022 vs. Illinois state average
Overall vs. IL average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (71% 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. 27 This facility has 71% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (2 vs. IL avg 7).↓ 71% 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. 69 This facility has had 33% fewer total inspections than the Illinois average (6 vs. IL avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 33% fewer

What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 1.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Addison's city center to Golden Haven Senior Living – The Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.89 miles to nearest hospital (Ascension Alexian Brothers)

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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.

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Golden Haven Senior Living – The Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois
AL
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IL AVG 85
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Illinois

Golden Haven Senior Living – The Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois is located in Addison, 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 Haven Senior Living – The Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois

What neighborhood is Golden Haven Senior Living – The Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois in?

Golden Haven Senior Living – The Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois is in the Wood Dale neighborhood of Addison.

Who is the owner of Golden Haven Senior Living – The Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois?

Golden Haven Senior Living – The Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois is legally operated by Esther Ama Keelson.

Is Golden Haven Senior Living – The Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois in a walkable area?

Golden Haven Senior Living – The Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois has a walk score of 7. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of Golden Haven Senior Living – The Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois?

According to IL state health department records, Golden Haven Senior Living – The Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois's license number is 5106973.

How long has Golden Haven Senior Living – The Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois been in business?

Golden Haven Senior Living – The Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Golden Haven Senior Living – The Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois?

No, Golden Haven Senior Living – The Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Golden Haven Senior Living – The Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois have?

Golden Haven Senior Living – The Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois has 6 beds.

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