Best Assisted Living in Cook County, IL

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 7 assisted living communities in Cook County, 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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We analyzed These are the facilities in Cook County, IL our team has analyzed — not a count of every assisted living provider in Cook County, IL.
7 homes
Other senior care options in Cook County:
Avg Walk Score: 53/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Cook County, 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: 72The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Cook County, IL. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
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.
Celebrate Senior Living Niles
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Niles
59
Facility 59
IL AVG 80
Rank #222 / 379
No
60
Facility 60
IL AVG 51
Rank #210 / 585
A+ Elevate Saint Andrew LLC 5
8
Facility 8
IL AVG 7
Rank #203 / 276
1.6
Facility 1.6
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #154 / 276
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 3
Rank #202 / 315
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #1 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed
The Landing on Dundee Senior Living
AL
MC
RC
Wheeling
94
Facility 94
IL AVG 80
Rank #110 / 379
Yes
75
Facility 75
IL AVG 51
Rank #111 / 585
A The Landing At Wheeling, LLC 3
8
Facility 8
IL AVG 7
Rank #203 / 276
2.7
Facility 2.7
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #207 / 276
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 3
Rank #268 / 315
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #165 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Westbrook Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
Streamwood
80
Facility 80
IL AVG 80
Rank #140 / 379
Yes
25
Facility 25
IL AVG 51
Rank #488 / 585
- Streamwood Operator, LLC 1
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 7
Rank #88 / 276
2.0
Facility 2.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #165 / 276
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 315
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #165 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Little Sisters of the Poor St. Mary’s Home
AL
NH
Chicago (Lincoln Park)
76
Facility 76
IL AVG 80
Rank #156 / 379
No
93
Facility 93
IL AVG 51
Rank #18 / 585
- - ----- Private / Semi-Private Rooms
St Joseph Home For the Elderly
AL
NH
Palatine
49
Facility 49
IL AVG 80
Rank #254 / 379
No
69
Facility 69
IL AVG 51
Rank #138 / 585
- - ----- Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Concord Place Retirement Community
AL
IL
Northlake
- No
36
Facility 36
IL AVG 51
Rank #411 / 585
A+ - ----- -
WaveBridge Senior Care Home
AL
MC
NH
Crete
- No
10
Facility 10
IL AVG 51
Rank #549 / 585
- - ----- Private / Shared Rooms

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every IL community we track that reports that metric, not just the 7 analyzed for Cook County. See how we rank facilities

Overview of Celebrate Senior Living Niles

Peacefully located in Niles, IL, Celebrate Senior Living Niles is a vibrant community designed to provide independent living and assisted living options. It supports residents needing support with their daily activities with the help of an excellent care team that is also trained in memory care practices. Those who want to enjoy an independent lifestyle find comfort and convenience in having access to maintenance and housekeeping services.

Residents here have no boring days with an array of daily activities, weekly recreation, and monthly social events held regularly. The community also has a spacious dining room where residents can enjoy three delicious meals daily. Residents’ living experience is further enhanced by amenities like a salon, library, and refreshing outdoor spaces for socialization and relaxation.

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Overview of The Landing on Dundee Senior Living

Quietly set in the convenient residential area of West Dundee Road, Wheeling, IL, The Landing on Dundee is a one-of-a-kind community that offers assisted living and memory care. There’s no need to worry about day-to-day activities with a kind and highly trained team attending to your needs and preferences. For those with dementia and other memory-related needs, the community also provides specialized memory care programs to improve their cognition. Additionally, cozy and well-designed accommodations are available at a reasonable cost to maximize comfort and safety.

Have fun with stimulating programs and engaging activities tailored to your leisure and wellness. Here, residents can look forward to mealtimes with healthy and delicious meals served to satisfy dietary needs and tastes. With the community’s hands-on care and dedicated services, residents will surely enjoy every moment of their golden years.

Contact The Landing on Dundee Senior Living

Overview of Westbrook Senior Living

Enjoy a seamless transition for your evolving needs in Westbrook Senior Living, a trusted community in Streamwood, IL that offers various care options. With access to independent living, assisted living, and memory care under one campus, residents don’t have to move to another community for their needs. Everyone here is offered personalized care plans designed to maximize their independence and abilities for a fulfilling living experience.

Indulge in your passions with a diverse array of activities, programs, and purposeful projects offered in the community. Dining here is an experience to look forward to with an excellent culinary and beverage team that curates culinary delights. Amenities like a wellness center, salon, library, and theater are also available for a complete retirement experience.

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Overview of Little Sisters of the Poor St. Mary’s Home

Tucked away in the peaceful area of Chicago, IL, St. Mary’s Home is a safe retreat for those who need assisted living. It features a team of highly qualified caregivers who care for residents who need extra support with their daily routines, such as personal hygiene and medication management. As a community established for over 140 years, St. Mary’s Home ensures everyone is treated with the best care practices that liberate them.

With a wide array of daily activities curated based on residents’ interests, there’s always something enriching to do. Residents’ meals are carefully prepared to satisfy their unique preferences and dietary needs. Here, everyone is given an equal chance to live their golden years without the responsibility of tiring chores.

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Overview of St Joseph Home for the Elderly

St Joseph Home for the Elderly provides nursing home and assisted living care in Palatine, IL. Nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing nursing services, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication while allowing a resident to keep a private or semi private room.

Having both care levels may suit someone whose needs grow over time and who would prefer to remain in the same community. The home has 49 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another.

Total nurse staffing is 7 hours and 43 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time available for each resident. Short term rehabilitation is also available through the Wellness Center, with physical, occupational and speech therapy for residents recovering or working to maintain daily abilities.

Transportation gives residents who do not drive a way to travel without arranging every trip independently. Private and semi private rooms accommodate someone seeking a single room or someone comfortable sharing living space. The area has a Walk Score of 69 and is somewhat walkable, so some errands can be completed on foot, although not all daily trips are walkable. St Joseph Senior Living is the owner, and religious services are available.

Contact St Joseph Home For the Elderly

Overview of Concord Place Retirement Community

Concord Place is an eminent senior living community in Northlake, IL, offering assisted living. Get welcomed into conveniently designed accommodations and enjoy the peace of mind of knowing that personal care and support services are available to provide assistance with basic activities of daily living. Care plans are personalized to match residents’ needs and overseen by dedicated caregivers committed to making residents feel confident, safe, and cared for.

At Concord Place, residents enjoy as many activities as they want or as much privacy as they could have in a safe and secure environment. Here, residents find the convenience of having nutritious and tasty meals prepared by a culinary team, as well as access to senior care providers such as physicians, therapists, home health care providers, audiologists, podiatrists, and even dentists. A broad range of amenities provide plenty of spaces for sharing experiences with fellow residents, including a heated pool, library, movie theater, exercise room, arts & crafts room, and luxurious outdoor park with gazebo for outdoor relaxation.

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Overview of WaveBridge Senior Care Home

Conveniently nestled in the serene area of Crete, IL, WaveBridge Senior Care Home provides a peaceful setting for assisted living. It caters to residents needing additional support with their daily activities to help them maintain their freedom and independence. Whether you need personal care assistance or support with your medications, the community ensures you are well-cared for and comfortable in your cozy accommodation.

The community is designed to offer an intimate, residential-like environment that fosters meaningful and close-knit relationships. With the help of a friendly care team, residents here can enjoy their best years with peace of mind. WaveBridge Senior Care Home also provides access to an array of amenities designed to further improve everyone’s living experience.

Contact WaveBridge Senior Care Home

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 Cook County, IL

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.

How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?

This page features 7 assisted living facilities in Cook County, IL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Cook County, IL?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Cook County, IL, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Cook County, IL?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.