The Birches, LLC
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Clarendon Hills, IL
The Birches, LLC
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Clarendon Hills, IL
Overview of The Birches
The Birches is a 90-bed senior living community at 215 55th Street in Clarendon Hills, Illinois. Locally owned since 1999, the community serves DuPage County with an established 28-year operating history and a certified Montessori Inspired Lifestyle designation. This specialized dementia care methodology focuses on resident autonomy, purposeful engagement, and a high degree of individualized choice across both its assisted living and memory care neighborhoods.
Adherence to state-licensed residential standards ensures 24-hour medical oversight and localized healthcare coordination. While state-regulated facilities are not part of the federal CMS star rating system, current 2026 data indicates a citations-per-inspection rate of zero for the most recent health and safety surveys. A single technical deficiency regarding tornado drill documentation was noted in early 2026 but was resolved on-site without violations or fines.
The facility maintains a transparent a la carte pricing structure, with assisted living studios starting at approximately $5,000 and memory care suites at $8,400. Clinical Profile and StaffingProfessional medical teams, including licensed nurses and certified assistants, are available 24/7 to manage complex care needs like diabetes management and medication administration.
The community maintains a favorable staff-to-resident ratio of 1:8, ensuring responsive support for residents requiring varying levels of physical and cognitive assistance. Life enrichment is a central pillar, with structured programming available for 12 hours daily, extending from 9:30 am to 9:30 pm, to better support the natural rhythms of those living with memory loss.
The campus offers private, wheelchair-accessible apartments equipped with silent-paging monitoring and emergency response systems. Monthly services cover chef-prepared meals with international and specialized dietary options, weekly housekeeping, and professional laundry.
Shared spaces and activities include an indoor and outdoor gardening club, music therapy, Tai Chi, and intergenerational programs. Residents also benefit from secure landscaped walking paths and a vibrant social calendar featuring bridge clubs and creative workshops. With a Walk Score of 76, the community provides convenient pedestrian access to local Clarendon Hills shops, while also offering scheduled transportation for medical visits and local excursions.
Families looking for a long-established, Montessori-certified environment with high staffing ratios and extended daily programming may find this campus appropriate. Prospective representatives should prioritize an in-person visit to evaluate the 2026 quality standards and discuss the specific Montessori-inspired engagement strategies for memory support.
90-bed community Rank #150 / 424Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 150th out of 424 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
28 years in operation Rank #33 / 165Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 33rd out of 165 homes 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.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 longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 76 / 100 Rank #125 / 648Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 125th out of 648 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living/shared Housing Establishment
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 16, 2026
ExpirationJanuary 15, 2027
CountyDupage
License Number5100307
CertificationsMontessori Inspired Lifestyle
Owner NameThe Birches, LLC
Secured Perimeter
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety Features24-hour emergency response system.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactCarol Weigal, Marketing Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Staff-to-Resident Ratio:
1 to 8
Email
jsander@birches.net
Culinary Services
Activities Of Daily Living (Adl) Services
Housekeeping Services
Laundry Services
Access To Scheduled Transportation
Professional Support By Licensed Nurses
ActivitiesTwelve-hour programming, not eight hours, seven days a week
Specific ProgramsFamily Communication and Support, Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer Program
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 2025 · 1 year of data
1 deficiency
6 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
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 2025 vs. Illinois state average
Overall vs. IL average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
3 Better
Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (86% below)
• Deficiencies per year (86% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (75% below)
• Total deficiencies (86% below)
• Deficiencies per year (86% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (75% below)
Latest Inspection
January 14, 2026
Annual Licensure Only Survey
Inspection
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 1 | 7 | This facility has 86% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (1 vs. IL avg 7).↓ 86% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2025.
| 1 | 7 | This facility has 86% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (1 vs. IL avg 7).↓ 86% better |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.2 | 0.8 | This facility has 75% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (0.2 vs. IL avg 0.8).↓ 75% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 6 | 9 | 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 |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- January 14, 2026 inspection found the facility in compliance with one technical infraction corrected on site regarding tornado drills on all shifts.
- May 13, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated a complaint but cited no deficiencies or violations.
- January 23, 2025 annual inspection found the facility fully compliant with all assisted living regulations and licensing requirements.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
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The information below is reported by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation.
| Bella Terra Streamwood | AL MC NH PC SNF | Streamwood | 214 | No | - | 74 | - |
| The Birches, LLC | AL MC | Clarendon Hills | 90 | No | A+ | 76 | - |
| GreenFields of Geneva | AL IL MC NH SNF | Geneva | 77 | Yes | A+ | 6 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Wesley Village Retirement Center | AL IL MC NH SNF | Macomb | 73 | No | - | 5 | - |
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Birches, LLC
Is The Birches, LLC in a walkable area?
The Birches, LLC has a walk score of 76. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
What is the license number of The Birches, LLC?
According to IL state health department records, The Birches, LLC's license number is 5100307.
When does The Birches, LLC's license expire?
According to IL state health department records, The Birches, LLC's license expires on January 15, 2027.
Are pets allowed at The Birches, LLC?
Yes, The Birches, LLC allows residents to bring their pets.
What is the best email address for The Birches, LLC?
The team at The Birches, LLC can be reached at jsander@birches.net.
How many beds does The Birches, LLC have?
The Birches, LLC has 90 beds.
What is the address of The Birches, LLC?
The Birches, LLC is located at 215 55Th St, Clarendon Hills, IL 60514.
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