The Carrington at Lincolnwood
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Lincolnwood, IL

The Carrington at Lincolnwood

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Lincolnwood, IL

Overview of The Carrington at Lincolnwood

The Carrington at Lincolnwood is a vibrant senior living community located in the North Chicago suburb bordering Skokie and the neighborhoods of West Ridge and North Park, Lincolnwood, IL. From the urban modern all-masonry exterior, to the warm and inviting interior décor, The Carrington certainly has a fresh and welcoming look. It is a beautiful community in a park-like setting. They also consider themselves as a green-space campus. The community sits on 13 pedestrian-friendly acres for they believe that you can elevate your retirement lifestyle by greening your living space. Spending time in green spaces such as parks, gardens, and forests—whether for a leisurely stroll, a spirited bike ride or a quiet moment on a bench—can fuel vitality and breathe life into your day.

The Carrington at Lincolnwood is located in an ideal location that is close to family, medical and professional offices, shopping and houses of worship. They are offering Assisted Living and Independent living, which makes the place a perfect home base for an active and rewarding lifestyle. In addition, they also offer specialized memory care for some of their residents. They feature open-concept kitchens, roomy bedrooms with walk-in closets, granite countertops, and the security of emergency pull-cord notification system in bathrooms, among others.

Bed community size
132-bed community Rank #64 / 418Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 64th 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 larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
8 years in operation Rank #114 / 177Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 114th out of 177 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.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 58 / 100 Rank #253 / 634Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 253rd 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
How BBB ratings work

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living/Shared Housing Establishment
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 31, 2026
ExpirationJanuary 30, 2027
CountyCook
License Number5107096

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Carrington at Lincolnwood is legally operated by The Carrington At Lincolnwood LLC.

Type Of Units

Permanent Units
88 units
Alzheimer's Units
44 units
Total beds
132 units

Contact Information

Contact The Carrington at Lincolnwood

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 These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 11 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 2025 vs. Illinois state average
Overall vs. IL average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (57% above)
0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

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. 117 This facility has 57% more total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (11 vs. IL avg 7).↑ 57% worse

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?

Pets allowed icon
Pets allowed icon

Pets Allowed

Room sizes icon
Room sizes icon

Room Sizes: 385 / 562 / 865 sq. ft

Housing options icon
Housing options icon

Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Building type icon
Building type icon

Building Type: Mid-rise

Transportation services icon
Transportation services icon

Transportation Services

Fitness and recreation icon
Fitness and recreation icon

Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Carrington at Lincolnwood

1 Bedroom
2 bedroom
Studio

Places of interest near The Carrington at Lincolnwood

Address 0.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Lincolnwood's city center to The Carrington at Lincolnwood's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 5.31 miles to nearest hospital (Resurrection Medical Center - Emergency Fast Track)

Calculate Travel Distance to The Carrington at Lincolnwood

Add your location

Address

Compare Assisted Living around Lincolnwood

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.

Clarendale Six Corners
AL
IL
MC
RC
Chicago (Old Irving Park)
144
Facility 144
IL AVG 85
Rank #54 / 418
Yes
92
Facility 92
IL AVG 52
Rank #28 / 634
-C+Portage Park Operations, LLC6
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 276
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 276
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 3
Rank #242 / 315
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #1 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Carrington at Lincolnwood
AL
IL
MC
Lincolnwood (Northeast Parkway)
132
Facility 132
IL AVG 85
Rank #64 / 418
Yes
58
Facility 58
IL AVG 52
Rank #253 / 634
8
Facility 8
IL AVG 17
Rank #114 / 177
A+The Carrington At Lincolnwood LLC11
11
Facility 11
IL AVG 7
Rank #226 / 276
1.0
Facility 1.0
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #198 / 276
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 3
Rank #202 / 315
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #165 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sunrise of Park Ridge
AL
HOS
MC
Park Ridge (Ballard Road)
110
Facility 110
IL AVG 85
Rank #97 / 418
Yes
73
Facility 73
IL AVG 52
Rank #142 / 634
27
Facility 27
IL AVG 17
Rank #37 / 177
A+Karrington Of Park Ridge Opco, LLC8
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 7
Rank #120 / 276
0.4
Facility 0.4
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #124 / 276
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 3
Rank #202 / 315
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #1 / 315
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Lincolnwood Place
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Lincolnwood (North Mccormick Boulevard)
45
Facility 45
IL AVG 85
Rank #314 / 418
No
51
Facility 51
IL AVG 52
Rank #325 / 634
--Ga Hc Reit II Lincolnwood Trs Sub, LLC9
10
Facility 10
IL AVG 7
Rank #219 / 276
1.1
Facility 1.1
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #209 / 276
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 3
Rank #202 / 315
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #165 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Autumn Green at Wright Campus
AL
IL
Chicago (Dunning)
25
Facility 25
IL AVG 85
Rank #390 / 418
Yes
68
Facility 68
IL AVG 52
Rank #163 / 634
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 17
Rank #125 / 177
-Bre Rook Sh Autumn Green At Wright Campus LLC2
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 276
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 276
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #62 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Illinois

The Carrington at Lincolnwood is located in Lincolnwood, Illinois.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Illinois.

Get Financial aid guidance

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 The Carrington at Lincolnwood

What neighborhood is The Carrington at Lincolnwood in?

The Carrington at Lincolnwood is in the Northeast Parkway neighborhood of Lincolnwood.

Is The Carrington at Lincolnwood in a walkable area?

The Carrington at Lincolnwood has a walk score of 58. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

What is the license number of The Carrington at Lincolnwood?

According to IL state health department records, The Carrington at Lincolnwood's license number is 5107096.

When does The Carrington at Lincolnwood's license expire?

According to IL state health department records, The Carrington at Lincolnwood's license expires on January 30, 2027.

How long has The Carrington at Lincolnwood been in business?

The Carrington at Lincolnwood has been operating for approximately 8 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Carrington at Lincolnwood?

Yes, The Carrington at Lincolnwood allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for The Carrington at Lincolnwood?

The team at The Carrington at Lincolnwood can be reached at brad@thecarrington.com.

Guides for Better Senior Living

Care Cost Calculator: See Prices in Your Area

Assisted Living Explorer

Don’t Wait Too Long: 7 Red Flag Signs Your Parent Needs Assisted Living Now

The True Cost of Assisted Living in 2025 – And How Families Are Paying For It

Understanding Senior Living Costs: Pricing Models, Discounts & Financial Assistance