Compare Assisted Living around Aurora
The information below is reported by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation.
| Alden Courts of Waterford | AL MC NH RC SNF | Aurora | 60
Facility
60
IL AVG
86
Rank
#254 / 424 | No |
58
Facility
58
IL AVG
51
Rank
#253 / 648 | 24
Facility
24
IL AVG
18
Rank
#53 / 165 | A+ | - | 5 | 20
Facility
20
IL AVG
7
Rank
#244 / 276 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
IL AVG
0.8
Rank
#258 / 276 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
3
Rank
#142 / 315 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#1 / 315 | Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms |
| Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care | AL MC | Sugar Grove | 71
Facility
71
IL AVG
86
Rank
#213 / 424 | No |
41
Facility
41
IL AVG
51
Rank
#412 / 648 | - | - | Mcc Of Sugar Grove, LLC | 6 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
7
Rank
#88 / 276 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
IL AVG
0.8
Rank
#101 / 276 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
3
Rank
#62 / 315 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#222 / 315 | Private Rooms |
| Bardwell Residences | AL IL MC RC | Aurora | 37
Facility
37
IL AVG
86
Rank
#364 / 424 | Yes |
56
Facility
56
IL AVG
51
Rank
#272 / 648 | - | - | Fox Valley Developers, LLC | 8 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
7
Rank
#120 / 276 | 0.4
Facility
0.4
IL AVG
0.8
Rank
#124 / 276 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
3
Rank
#142 / 315 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#222 / 315 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Brighton Gardens of St. Charles | AL MC RC | St. Charles (Surrey Woods) | 104
Facility
104
IL AVG
86
Rank
#117 / 424 | Yes |
66
Facility
66
IL AVG
51
Rank
#187 / 648 | 18
Facility
18
IL AVG
18
Rank
#75 / 165 | A+ | Sjv 1 St. Charles Opco LLC | 14 | 5
Facility
5
IL AVG
7
Rank
#168 / 276 | 0.4
Facility
0.4
IL AVG
0.8
Rank
#124 / 276 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
3
Rank
#202 / 315 | 6
Facility
6
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#292 / 315 | 1 Bed |
| Bickford of Aurora | AL MC | Aurora (Aurora Township) | 60
Facility
60
IL AVG
86
Rank
#254 / 424 | Yes |
27
Facility
27
IL AVG
51
Rank
#517 / 648 | - | - | Bickford Master II, LLC | 5 | - | - | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
3
Rank
#62 / 315 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#222 / 315 | - |
| The Whitley of Aurora | AL MC RC | Aurora | 60
Facility
60
IL AVG
86
Rank
#254 / 424 | Yes |
31
Facility
31
IL AVG
51
Rank
#487 / 648 | - | - | Dcr7S2Il Opco, LLC | 7 | 9
Facility
9
IL AVG
7
Rank
#213 / 276 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
IL AVG
0.8
Rank
#217 / 276 | 4
Facility
4
IL AVG
3
Rank
#242 / 315 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.9
Rank
#90 / 315 | 1 Bed |
| Alden Gardens of Waterford | AL RC | Aurora | - | No |
39
Facility
39
IL AVG
51
Rank
#430 / 648 | 18
Facility
18
IL AVG
18
Rank
#75 / 165 | A+ | - | - | - | - | - | - | Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed |
| The Lakes/Superior at Waterford | AL IL MC NH SNF | Aurora | - | No |
39
Facility
39
IL AVG
51
Rank
#430 / 648 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 Bed |
| The Lakes and Superior at Waterford | AL IL MC NH SNF | Aurora | - | No |
38
Facility
38
IL AVG
51
Rank
#434 / 648 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 2 Bed |
| Sunnymere | AL IL RESC | Aurora | - | No |
38
Facility
38
IL AVG
51
Rank
#434 / 648 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | Suite |
| The Vistas of Fox Valley | AL | Aurora (North Farnsworth Avenue) | - | Yes |
54
Facility
54
IL AVG
51
Rank
#290 / 648 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
The Vistas of Fox Valley is an incredible supportive living that heeds quality and elegance. Residents and their families are welcomed by a lively atmosphere and stunning interiors around every corner. Seniors get to enjoy the colorful and vibrant housing that the community presents itself. As a person-centered community, the strong friendship between staff and residents is highly promoted; this way, it allows for a more personal touch that heeds compassionate care. The Vistas is where a vibrant new social life awaits you.
Life at The Vistas provides opportunity and inspiration along with an exceptional level of service and an exclusive level of hospitality. Community services include housekeeping, transportation, dining, social and educational activities, and fitness programs; amenities include lounge areas, a courtyard, and private baths with walk-in showers.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
01
Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
02
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
03
Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
04
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
- Includes
- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
05
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
06
Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Aurora, IL
What is the average cost of assisted living in Aurora, IL?
The average monthly cost of assisted living in Aurora, IL is approximately $4,800. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.
What is the price range for assisted living in Aurora, IL?
Assisted living in Aurora, IL typically ranges from $4,300–$6,900 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.
What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Aurora, IL?
Assisted living facilities in Aurora, IL typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Illinois?
Assisted living in Illinois supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Illinois?
Assisted living in Illinois is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Illinois Medicaid cover assisted living?
Illinois Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Illinois) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
What is assisted living?
Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.
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