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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 11 assisted living communities in Aurora, IL using IL Dept. of Public Health (IDPH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank assisted living in IL
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Avg Walk Score: 44/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Aurora, IL. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 65The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Aurora, IL. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Assisted Living around Aurora

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.

Alden Courts of Waterford
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Aurora
60
Facility 60
IL AVG 85
Rank #248 / 418
No
58
Facility 58
IL AVG 52
Rank #253 / 634
24
Facility 24
IL AVG 17
Rank #53 / 177
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
Brighton Gardens of St. Charles
AL
MC
RC
St. Charles (Surrey Woods)
104
Facility 104
IL AVG 85
Rank #114 / 418
Yes
66
Facility 66
IL AVG 52
Rank #187 / 634
18
Facility 18
IL AVG 17
Rank #77 / 177
A+Sjv 1 St. Charles Opco LLC14
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
Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care
AL
MC
Sugar Grove
71
Facility 71
IL AVG 85
Rank #209 / 418
No
41
Facility 41
IL AVG 52
Rank #412 / 634
--Mcc Of Sugar Grove, LLC6
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 85
Rank #358 / 418
Yes
56
Facility 56
IL AVG 52
Rank #272 / 634
--Fox Valley Developers, LLC8
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
The Whitley of Aurora
AL
MC
RC
Aurora
60
Facility 60
IL AVG 85
Rank #248 / 418
Yes
31
Facility 31
IL AVG 52
Rank #487 / 634
--Dcr7S2Il Opco, LLC7
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
Bickford of Aurora
AL
MC
Aurora (Aurora Township)
60
Facility 60
IL AVG 85
Rank #248 / 418
Yes
27
Facility 27
IL AVG 52
Rank #517 / 634
--Bickford Master II, LLC5--
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #62 / 315
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #222 / 315
-
Alden Gardens of Waterford
AL
RC
Aurora
-No
39
Facility 39
IL AVG 52
Rank #430 / 634
18
Facility 18
IL AVG 17
Rank #77 / 177
A+------Studio / 1 bed / 2 bed
The Vistas of Fox Valley
AL
Aurora (North Farnsworth Avenue)
-Yes
54
Facility 54
IL AVG 52
Rank #290 / 634
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The Lakes/Superior at Waterford
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Aurora
-No
39
Facility 39
IL AVG 52
Rank #430 / 634
--------2 Bed
The Lakes and Superior at Waterford
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Aurora
-No
38
Facility 38
IL AVG 52
Rank #434 / 634
--------2 Bed
Sunnymere
AL
IL
RESC
Aurora
-No
38
Facility 38
IL AVG 52
Rank #434 / 634
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Overview of Sunnymere

Sunnymere is a two-story assisted living, independent living, and residential care community located at 925 6th Ave in Aurora, Illinois. The community offers suite-style housing in a quiet residential neighborhood with a Walk Score of 38, meaning some nearby services are reachable on foot, though most errands and activities require a short drive.

Sunnymere provides a range of care options designed to meet residents at different levels of independence. Assisted living residents receive help with daily activities like bathing and medication management, while independent living residents maintain their own routines with community support available. The residential care component allows the community to serve residents with varying needs under one roof.

The suite accommodations provide private living spaces in a house-like setting that many families find more personal and intimate than larger institutional communities. This residential-scale environment often appeals to families prioritizing individualized attention and a quieter daily rhythm.

An in-person tour of Sunnymere is the best way to explore the suite layouts, see the common areas, and get a feel for the community’s atmosphere and activities.

Contact Sunnymere

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.