Victory Centre of Galewood

Victory Centre of Galewood

Overview of Victory Centre of Galewood

Situated at 2370 N Newcastle Avenue in Chicago’s welcoming Montclare neighborhood, Victory Centre of Galewood has provided senior living since 2009, a 17-year presence grounded in community care. With a Walk Score of 83, it sits in a highly walkable area where most errands can be finished on foot, and essential services are easily reachable, supporting an active and independent lifestyle.

Designed for comfort and accessibility, the center offers cozy studio apartments. Occupants benefit from thoughtfully planned shared spaces: a warm lounge centered around a fireplace, a well-stocked reading area with comfortable seating, a dining room setup for social meals, and outdoor patios with lush greenery. These home-like settings promote connection and leisure. A signature strength is engagement-focused programming. Music programs, horticulture therapy, and educational classes build opportunities for residents to stay mentally and physically active while pursuing interests. This blend of stimulating activities and residential comfort makes Victory Centre of Galewood a home that highlights life quality and valuable daily routines.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #80 / 189Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 80th out of 189 homes 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 cover every community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. 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.
17 years
Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #77 / 585Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 77th out of 585 homes 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 cover every community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. 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.
83 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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Pets not allowed

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Address 8.9 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Chicago's city center to Victory Centre of Galewood's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.52 miles to nearest hospital (Resurrection Medical Center - Emergency Fast Track)

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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. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. 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 Communities (CCRC)):
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.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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.
Smith Village
AL
CCRC(
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Chicago (South Side)
82
Facility 82
IL AVG 80
Rank #135 / 379
Yes
71
Facility 71
IL AVG 51
Rank #129 / 585
17
Facility 17
IL AVG 15
Rank #80 / 189
A+The Washington And Jane Smith Community-Beverly10
25
Facility 25
IL AVG 7
Rank #249 / 276
2.5
Facility 2.5
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #203 / 276
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 315
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #1 / 315
1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Chicago (Uptown)
72
Facility 72
IL AVG 80
Rank #168 / 379
No
92
Facility 92
IL AVG 51
Rank #23 / 585
18
Facility 18
IL AVG 15
Rank #74 / 189
A+The Selfhelp Home, Inc4
25
Facility 25
IL AVG 7
Rank #249 / 276
6.3
Facility 6.3
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #272 / 276
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed
Sunrise of Lincoln Park
AL
HOS
MC
Chicago (Lincoln Park)
60
Facility 60
IL AVG 80
Rank #211 / 379
Yes
97
Facility 97
IL AVG 51
Rank #7 / 585
45
Facility 45
IL AVG 15
Rank #10 / 189
A-Szr Lincoln Park Opco Lc3
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 7
Rank #168 / 276
1.7
Facility 1.7
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #156 / 276
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 3
Rank #142 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Suite
Mercy Circle Senior Living
AL
CCRC(
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Chicago (Mount Greenwood)
43
Facility 43
IL AVG 80
Rank #290 / 379
Yes
44
Facility 44
IL AVG 51
Rank #357 / 585
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 15
Rank #121 / 189
-Mercy Circle2
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 276
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #1 / 276
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Victory Centre of Galewood
AL
Chicago (Montclare)-No
83
Facility 83
IL AVG 51
Rank #77 / 585
17
Facility 17
IL AVG 15
Rank #80 / 189
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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Illinois

Victory Centre of Galewood is located in Chicago, 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 Victory Centre of Galewood

What neighborhood is Victory Centre of Galewood in?

Victory Centre of Galewood is in the Montclare neighborhood of Chicago.

Is Victory Centre of Galewood in a walkable area?

Victory Centre of Galewood has a walk score of 83. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

How long has Victory Centre of Galewood been in business?

Victory Centre of Galewood has been operating for approximately 17 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Victory Centre of Galewood?

No, Victory Centre of Galewood has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Victory Centre of Galewood?

Yes — there are 7 photos of Victory Centre of Galewood in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Victory Centre of Galewood?

Victory Centre of Galewood is located at 2370 N Newcastle Ave, Chicago, IL 60707.

What is the phone number of Victory Centre of Galewood?

(773) 596-9900 will put you in contact with the team at Victory Centre of Galewood.

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