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Best Assisted Living in Illinois

Reviewed by Dr. Jordan Weiss
Updated Apr 2026
We analyzed 590 homes in Illinois

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Illinois Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Video Tour: Top-rated Assisted Living facilities in Illinois.

Watch this Video to see Illinois's Top-rated Senior Communities
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Compare Assisted Living around Illinois The information below is reported by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation.

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Grand Victorian at Crystal Lake
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Crystal Lake
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The Village at Farmington
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Farmington
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Chapters Edwardsville OpCo DBA Chapters Living of Edwardsville
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Edwardsville
48No---64-
Longevity Living of Granite City Mc
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Granite City
46No---41-
ADDOLORATA VILLA (Assisted Lvg)
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Wheeling (Wheeling Township)
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Cedarhurst of Bethalto
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Bethalto
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Marian Village
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Homer Glen
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The Village at Mercy Creek
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Normal
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The Gardens at Park Pointe
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Morris
60No-11A+10-
Cedarhurst of Yorkville
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Yorkville (Kendall Township)
73No---10-
Cedarhurst of Frankfort
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Frankfort
83No-1-52-
Evergreen Place Senior Living – Orland Park
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Orland Park (Orland Township)
116No---10-
Hearthwood Senior Living
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Bartlett (Hanover Township)
65No-1-20-
Eberhardt Village
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Arthur
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Stonecroft Village Retirement Community
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Mendota (Mendota Township)
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Overview of The Montvale Senior Living

Set in the peaceful town of Springfield, IL, the Montvale Senior Living is an esteemed senior living community providing independent living services. Well-appointed and comfortable accommodations with different floor plans are available and tailored to the needs of its residents. Having a highly skilled and hardworking team, the community is committed to delivering people-focused care and services ensuring the needs of its residents are met.

Experience its above-and-beyond amenities and services including delightful and nutritious meals in a full-service restaurant, concierge service, maintenance and housekeeping, and transportation. Spend time visiting its 24-hour bistro and lounge and meet new companions with the same interests and passions. Engage in diverse activities and programs coordinated by a professional team. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors can never go wrong with the Montvale Senior Living.

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Housing Options: 1 Bed

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Overview of Prairie Green at Fay’s Point

Tucked away in Blue Island, IL, Prairie Green at Fay’s Point is a lovely senior living community that offers compassionate assisted living. Residents are free from hassles and worries with convenient services, such as on-site maintenance, housekeeping, and laundry services. A dedicated care team is available 24/7 to help residents live vibrant and fulfilling lives.

Do more and live more with plenty of invigorating activities and inviting amenities, such as an art center, billiards room, library, salon, and business center. A rehabilitation gym, physician and podiatry visits, and a variety of therapies, including physical, occupational, and speech therapy helps residents preserve their strength and mobility. A culinary team provides residents with six meal options a day served in a restaurant setting, fostering exquisite dining experience that encourages bonding over meals.

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Housing Options: Studio / Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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The Clare

55 E Pearson St, Chicago, IL 60611
Overview of The Clare

Seeking luxury senior living near me that offers service and stunning views? The Clare, a premier Gold Coast retirement community in Chicago, caters to your unique lifestyle.

Indulge in spacious residences with modern finishes, savor chef-prepared meals in elegant dining venues, and explore a wealth of amenities designed to pamper you. The Clare prioritizes resident well-being with 24-hour security, on-site concierge services, and a full-time exercise physiologist. This vibrant community offers flexible dining options, social activities, and on-site healthcare services for added peace of mind.

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Room Sizes: 774 - 1183 / 1209 - 1387 / 1709 sq. ft.

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed

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Building Type: High-rise

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Overview of Cambridge House of O‘fallon

Cambridge House of O’Fallon offers affordable luxury senior living for seniors seeking quality assisted living. Considered one of the most sought-after retirement homes in the city, many families have praised its forward-thinking approach to achieving holistic wellness during their stay. Its professional care staff is committed to nourishing independence and individuality for its 65 and older senior residents to maintain independence. 

Cambridge House is the leading home when it comes to supportive living. Driven by love, compassion, and dignity, seniors will have no problem creating meaningful friendships and new memories at home designed to meet their needs. Its community accommodations include specialized meal plans, recreational activities, enriching programs, and ADLs.

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Minimum Age: 65 Years Old

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Overview of Wesley Willows

Mitigating the impact that illnesses like Alzheimer’s and dementia have on seniors and their families need not be an uphill battle. With Wesley Willows’ brand of ability-centered memory care living, your loved one’s needs and complete comfort, are provided for. Residents of Kirk’s Place, Wesley’s memory care facility, rest assured that your near and dear are cared for by a highly-trained and compassionate staff that assist with daily living activities kindly and warmly, 24 hours a day.

Fostering a culture of nurturing and engagement, memory care programs utilize stimulating therapies including relaxation, music, and exercise in a serene and secure setting that offers the comfort of home. Family and friends are encouraged to be hands-on with residents’ day-to-day events, to ensure that this new chapter in their lives maintain a higher level of familiarity, for the best possible living experience.

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: 3-story

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Overview of Galloway Senior Living

Galloway Senior Living is Illinois’s premier choice for Assisted Living and Memory Care. This community serves seniors in the Wadsworth, Gurnee, Libertyville, Pleasant Prairie, and Waukegan areas. Their commitment extends to their highly trained and compassionate staff and the experienced senior leadership team dedicated to the community’s well-being. Providing compassionate care is at the heart of their mission, and it’s the valued community members and families that drive everything they do.

Every aspect of Galloway Senior Living has been meticulously designed and constructed with the modern senior resident in mind. From the generous, well-thought-out layouts to the exceptional array of amenities—every detail has been considered to create a community tailored for every senior resident. Additionally, they offer transparent pricing, and state-of-the-art yet home-like facilities in an outstanding location. It’s a community that aligns with residents when it comes to ideal senior living. Now is the time to become a part of your envisioned senior living community.

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Overview of Mcgaw Care Center & Frank Foster Pavilion

A member of the Presbyterian Homes, McGaw Care Center & Frank Foster Pavilion has a dedicated team of professionals striving to provide extraordinary care for residents of memory care. The person-centered community aims to provide quality service for its memory care seniors– leading to a purposeful life experienced during their golden years. McGaw Care Center strives to support an individual in a joy-filled approach.

The memory care home provides a specialized memory care program that focuses on the cognitive ability of seniors with Alzheimer’s or dementia. Services and amenities, such as ADLs, medication management, chef-prepared meals, scheduled activities, and 24/7 care, are provided full attention.

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Housing Options: Private Rooms

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Overview of Belmont Village Senior Living Glenview

Belmont Village Glenview is a respected senior living community in Golf Road, Glenview, IL, offering assisted living and memory care. Relax and enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with snug and sophisticated floor plans including studio and one-bedroom apartments, purposely built to meet seniors’ needs and preferences. The community prides itself on a compassionate and highly trained team delivering the utmost care and assistance 24/7.

The community was awarded US News and World Report’s Best Assisted Living and Best Memory Care in 2024, proving its excellence in delivering care and assistance. With a wide range of engaging activities and entertaining programs, seniors retain a blissful and active lifestyle. Committed to ensuring seniors’ well-being, the community caters to seniors’ dietary needs and satisfies their cravings with healthy and tasty meals. Belmont Village Glenview is a haven for seniors to spend fabulous golden years embraced by an inviting community and ethereal landscapes.

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Overview of Bickford of Rockford

Experience exceptional living at Bickford of Rockford, conveniently situated in the vibrant neighborhood of Rockford, IL, offering both assisted and independent living services. Residents can select from cozy private apartments or spacious layouts that suit their preferences. The community provides 24/7 access to a physician-led care team specializing in senior health and wellness.

At Bickford of Rockford, seniors are invited to Choose the Higher Path, a proprietary health model designed to promote happier, healthier living. With top-notch amenities and services, residents can receive personalized assistance with daily activities, including meals, grooming, and medication management. Moreover, they can enjoy delicious cuisine from the Bread Basket Scratch Kitchen, round-the-clock caregiver support, and a dynamic calendar filled with engaging activities. In this nurturing community, seniors can truly thrive, embrace connection, and lead fulfilling lives every day.

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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

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Overview of Proctor Place Peoria

A cozy and tightly-knit community for seniors in the city, Proctor Place is an affordable senior living home offering specialized assisted living support. The community boasts a secure and comfortable environment where many residents and their families feel they belong, thanks to the warm and welcoming atmosphere the home holds. The staff creates a nurturing environment within the community grounds, basking in generous hospitality and family-like treatment.

The senior living home ensures a place for seniors to thrive with full support, flexibility, and comfort in a home-like setting. They provide all-inclusive amenities such as a dining room, a café, outdoor spaces, concierge, and housing accommodations (transportation, maintenance, ADLs). The home also provides assisted living for seniors with Alzheimer’s and dementia, physician check-ups, and other healthcare services.

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Room Sizes: 275 / 450 / 740 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Assisted Living Magazine Ranking Methodology

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How We Score & Rank Senior Living Communities

Assisted Living Magazine ranks nursing homes using a rigorous, data-driven scoring model built specifically for skilled nursing.
Because this care level is regulated, clinical outcomes and compliance carry significantly more weight than transparency or digital presence. Each community receives a ranking based on the factors below, weighted according to their importance in predicting resident safety, care quality, and long-term stability.

Update cadence: Reviewed quarterly, with prompt updates when new reviews, reports, or complaints are filed.

What We Prioritize Most

The largest portion of every community’s score comes from resident feedback and online reputation (40%), which reflects real experiences shared by families and caregivers.

An additional 45% of the score comes from a combination of transparency and operational quality signals, including:

  • Photos, videos, and virtual tours (visual transparency)
  • Website quality and digital trust indicators
  • Occupancy levels and number of units (community scale & stability)

These factors help us evaluate how well a community presents itself and how consistently it meets resident needs.

Balancing Additional Factors

The final 15% of the score comes from supportive context data, including: walkability and local accessibility, estimated property value, and pricing information.

These elements provide helpful context but carry less weight because our rankings prioritize real-world satisfaction and care consistency first.

The result is a fair, clear, and data-driven ranking system for families researching senior living options.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
How do you pick the homes you recommend?

Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

How much does this service cost?

We extend our services at no cost, ensuring that families and seniors can benefit from tailored assistance in their search for care and home options. Our ability to offer personalized guidance without charge to families and seniors is made possible through the support and funding from the communities with which we team up. 

What services do you offer?
  • Finding and ranking the best assisted living facilities
  • Finding and ranking the best nursing homes
  • Finding and ranking the best memory care facilities
  • Our concierge service helps seniors move into the perfect home for them
  • Helping seniors use medicare, medicaid, and other government programs to pay for their homes
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Helping seniors avoid senior homes that have bad service or fraud
  • Autobiography & Family History Writing + Research
  • Senior-focused concierge medicine
  • Senior-focused nutritionist
  • Senior-focused personal training
  • Memory care specialists
  • Custom wheelchairs at all price points.
  • Custom hearing aids
  • Cosmetic skincare + dermatology
  • Companionship: We offer in-person and virtual companionship services. Someone engaging to hang out with or talk to on video chat.
  • Senior housing concierge. Our service finds the best senior living options based on your needs, income, and personality.