Page 25 of Best Assisted Living in Illinois

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Avg Monthly Cost: $6,190The average monthly cost across facilities in Illinois. Reflects published or estimated base rates and can vary with care level, room type, and amenities. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: $5,600
Avg Walk Score: 52/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Illinois. 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: 85The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Illinois. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Assisted Living around Illinois

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.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. 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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing.
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.
North Shore Compassionate Care
AL
HC
Highland Park (Briergate)
-No
58
Facility 58
IL AVG 52
Rank #254 / 634
10
Facility 10
IL AVG 16
Rank #107 / 185
A+------Private Rooms
Eastland Retirement Community
AL
Auburn
42
Facility 42
IL AVG 85
Rank #332 / 418
No
68
Facility 68
IL AVG 52
Rank #164 / 634
-A+-6
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 276
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 276
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #62 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
-
Cedarhurst of Highland
AL
MC
Highland
57
Facility 57
IL AVG 85
Rank #268 / 418
Yes
68
Facility 68
IL AVG 52
Rank #164 / 634
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 16
Rank #125 / 185
--7
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 276
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 276
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #62 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
-
Addington Place of Collinsville
AL
MC
Collinsville
66
Facility 66
IL AVG 85
Rank #216 / 418
No
55
Facility 55
IL AVG 52
Rank #285 / 634
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 16
Rank #121 / 185
--11
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 276
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 276
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 3
Rank #202 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
-
Alto Wheaton
AL
MC
Wheaton
88
Facility 88
IL AVG 85
Rank #151 / 418
Yes
53
Facility 53
IL AVG 52
Rank #299 / 634
--Allegro Management Company7
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 7
Rank #189 / 276
1.0
Facility 1.0
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #198 / 276
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 315
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #258 / 315
Private / Companion Suites
Belmont Village Senior Living Geneva Road
AL
MC
Carol Stream (Belmont Village)
-Yes
67
Facility 67
IL AVG 52
Rank #178 / 634
-A------Studio / 1 Bed
Trenton Village LLC
AL
MC
Broadway Trenton
57
Facility 57
IL AVG 85
Rank #268 / 418
No
61
Facility 61
IL AVG 52
Rank #224 / 634
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 16
Rank #125 / 185
--9
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #136 / 276
0.4
Facility 0.4
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #124 / 276
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 3
Rank #242 / 315
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #1 / 315
-
Evergreen Senior Living – Chillicothe
AL
MC
RC
Chillicothe
73
Facility 73
IL AVG 85
Rank #198 / 418
Yes
57
Facility 57
IL AVG 52
Rank #267 / 634
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 16
Rank #125 / 185
--8
6
Facility 6
IL AVG 7
Rank #180 / 276
0.8
Facility 0.8
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #181 / 276
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 315
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #165 / 315
-
Villas of Holly Brook Newton
AL
Newton
41
Facility 41
IL AVG 85
Rank #336 / 418
Yes---Vop Hb Newton Opco, LLC7
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 276
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.8
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
Villas of Holly Brook Marshall
AL
RC
Marshall (Golf Lakes)
46
Facility 46
IL AVG 85
Rank #305 / 418
Yes---Vop Hb Marshall Opco, LLC5
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 276
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 276
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #62 / 315
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #165 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every IL community we track that reports that metric, not just the 374 on this page.

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North Shore Compassionate Care

1510 Old Deerfield Rd Ste 222, Highland Park, IL 60035
Overview of North Shore Compassionate Care

Operating for over ten years, North Shore Compassionate Care is a residential care community on Old Deerfield Road in Highland Park, Illinois, that offers respite care and daily living support. The community also features private rooms in a single-story setting. Residents also benefit from 24-hour staffing, household assistance, transportation to medical appointments, and companionship services that promote comfort and independence.

Furthermore, the smaller, home-like setting offers a more personal living environment for older adults who prefer greater privacy while receiving routine support. The availability of respite care also provides families with a short-term care option when a primary caregiver is unavailable. Meanwhile, the surrounding neighborhood has a walkability score of 58, allowing some nearby services to be reached on foot.

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Overview of Eastland Retirement Community

Eastland Retirement Community is a 42-bed senior living campus located at 901 Eastland Drive in Auburn, Illinois. Owned and operated by Eastland Independent & Assisted Senior Living LLC, the community is led by Director Debbie Gheen and serves Sangamon County with a blend of independent and assisted living options. Centrally located, the facility maintains a Walk Score of 68, providing residents with pedestrian access to various local services in Auburn.

The facility is regulated under the Illinois Assisted Living and Shared Housing Establishment Act and does not carry a federal CMS star rating. Current 2026 data shows that the community maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero across its three most recent state reviews. This record includes a December 2024 licensing survey, a March 2025 annual survey, and a September 2025 investigation into three separate complaints, all of which were found to be unsubstantiated and resulted in no violations. No fines or enforcement actions are present in the current regulatory record.

Professional support is available 24/7 through a team of licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants (CNAs) who oversee medication administration and daily physical needs. The clinical model emphasizes personal safety, with each resident provided a location pendant linked to a 24-hour security system. While specific therapy outcomes are not listed, the staffing structure is designed to coordinate care with residents’ personal physicians to support a stable healthcare continuum.

Residences are configured as one- and two-bedroom apartments featuring individualized climate controls and full kitchenettes. The monthly service model is all-inclusive, covering three meals daily, weekly housekeeping, and professional laundry.

Shared amenities include an on-site beauty salon, a library program, and common areas for social gatherings. The social calendar is managed by on-site staff to provide organized activities and creative engagement. For local errands and medical visits, the community offers scheduled transportation to keep residents connected to the Auburn area.

Older adults seeking a small-scale, apartment-style setting with a deficiency-free regulatory history may find this environment appropriate. Prospective residents and their representatives should visit the campus directly to assess the current atmosphere and 2026 quality performance firsthand.

Contact Eastland Retirement Community

Overview of Cedarhurst of Highland

Cedarhurst of Highland is a 57-bed assisted living and memory care community located in Highland, Madison County, Illinois, operated by Cedarhurst of Highland Operator, LLC. Licensed in June 2025, the facility is moderately walkable with a walk score of 68, providing convenient access to nearby shopping, dining, and services. As a state-licensed Illinois assisted living facility, Cedarhurst of Highland does not hold federal CMS star ratings.

The community provides 24-hour on-site nursing staff, rehabilitation services, and on-site therapy supporting both independent living and memory care residents. Specialized memory care programming serves residents with cognitive impairment and dementia. Full-service all-day dining with seasonal menus accommodates special dietary needs, while scheduled transportation supports access to medical appointments and community outings. Amenities include daily social events, personalized wellness plans, landscaped courtyards, salon services, and a pet-friendly policy. Utilities, linen service, and weekly housekeeping are included in monthly rates: assisted living starts at $5,400 per month, with memory care at $6,800 per month.

Cedarhurst of Highland has maintained a clean compliance record since opening in mid-2025. The June 2025 annual licensure inspection cited zero deficiencies or violations. An August 2025 complaint investigation found the facility in full compliance with state assisted living regulations, with all allegations unsubstantiated. No enforcement actions, fines, or license suspensions appear in the record. The facility’s newly operational status, opening mid-2025, means limited long-term performance history is available; however, early inspection results demonstrate adherence to state regulatory standards.

Cedarhurst of Highland suits residents and families seeking assisted living or memory care in a newly opened, well-regulated setting with comprehensive amenities and transparent pricing. The combination of inclusive services, pet-friendly policy, and clean early compliance record positions the community as an option for families in Madison County.

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Overview of Addington Place of Collinsville

Addington Place of Collinsville is a 66-bed assisted living and memory care community on Vandalia Avenue in Collinsville, Illinois. Managed under the corporate ownership of Arhc Chcolil01 Trs, LLC, this mid-sized Madison County facility provides residential senior housing and specialized cognitive care options designed to adapt to changing day-to-day assistance needs.

The surrounding physical environment carries a walkability score of 55 out of 100, indicating a moderately pedestrian-friendly setting where select everyday errands and local amenities can be reached on foot. Long-term care services center on a structured baseline of personal support, medication oversight, and specialized memory care programs.

Older adults and family representatives researching local senior living can contact the Collinsville administrative office to verify current open apartments and standard entry criteria.

Contact Addington Place of Collinsville

Overview of Alto Wheaton

Have a peaceful retirement with Alto Wheaton, an astounding senior living community in Parkway Drive, Wheaton, IL, offering assisted living and memory care. A team of responsive and highly trained professionals helps seniors with their daily living activities and personal needs to ensure a worry-free retirement. With its purposely built and snug accommodations, seniors can rest assured of experiencing comfort and convenience like no other.

A full slate of enjoyable activities and engaging programs accompanies residents as they make every moment of their best years count. Here, residents do not have to worry about meal preparations, with delicious and healthy meals served to cater to their dietary needs and tastes. Alto Wheaton is filled with incredible amenities that seniors will surely enjoy.

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Overview of Belmont Village Senior Living Geneva Road

Burrowed in the peaceful lands of Belmont Lane, Carol Stream, IL, Belmont Village Geneva Road is an eminent senior living community providing assisted living and memory care. With various cozy and pet-friendly floor plans including studio and one-bedroom apartments, seniors experience comfort and safety like no other. With a reliable, compassionate, and extremely talented team, the community is dedicated to delivering the highest standard of care and assistance to meet seniors’ unique needs and aspirations.

Focusing on seniors’ interests and strengths, the community paves the way for inspiring interactions and enjoyable activities. Join fun conversations during mealtime with delicious and healthy meals satisfying seniors’ dietary needs and tastes. Belmont Village Geneva Road is ideal for a comfortable and safe retirement with its beautifully designed amenities and heartwarming community.

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Overview of Trenton Village

Trenton Village is a 57-bed community located at 980 East Broadway in Trenton, Illinois. Managed through King Management, the facility serves Clinton County under a license active through July 2026. The campus provides a continuum of assisted living and memory care services, currently operating at a maximum capacity of 100% occupancy.

The community operates under a state-licensed residential model, providing 24-hour medical oversight and localized care coordination. While the facility does not hold a federal CMS star rating, current 2026 data show that the community maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero based on its most recent regulatory follow-up. Regulatory records from 2025 noted past challenges in staff training and medication security, including an incident where a medication box was left unsecured. All identified deficiencies were addressed through a plan of correction that emphasized staff re-education and stricter adherence to medication management policies.

Direct bedside support is coordinated 24/7 by a professional team of licensed nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs). The clinical model integrates rehabilitation services and specialized memory care for 15 residents, focusing on individualized support for cognitive and physical health. Following 2025 findings involving a personal care error and social media policy violations, leadership implemented enhanced supervision protocols and mandatory training on dignity, respect, and professional conduct. Monthly costs for the community start at approximately $4,600, with larger one-bedroom units ranging significantly higher based on care intensity.

The facility features studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments designed for wheelchair accessibility and safety. All-inclusive monthly services cover chef-prepared meals, weekly housekeeping, and personal laundry.

Shared community spaces include a social activity center, beauty and barber shop, and specialized memory care zones designed to reduce anxiety and promote engagement. The social calendar is managed by on-site staff to provide daily fitness programs, social events, and holiday parties. The community holds a moderate Walk Score of 61, and scheduled transportation is provided for medical appointments and shopping in the Trenton city center.

Those seeking a community with a strong local demand and 100% occupancy should inquire about the current waitlist status and availability. Interested individuals should contact the administrator directly to discuss the training and supervision protocols implemented since late 2025 to assess quality performance firsthand.

Contact Trenton Village LLC

Overview of Evergreen Senior Living – Chillicothe

Evergreen Senior Living – Chillicothe is a 73-bed community at 404 South Stillwater Drive in Chillicothe, Illinois. Operated by Chillicothe Senior Living, LLC, an affiliate of the Heritage of Care organization, the facility serves Peoria County under a license active through July 2026. The campus provides assisted living and memory care services, maintaining a high occupancy rate of approximately 96%.

The facility provides 24-hour medical oversight and localized care coordination under Illinois state jurisdiction. While the community does not hold a federal CMS star rating, current 2026 data shows that the community maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero based on its most recent compliance monitoring. Regulatory records from early 2025 noted past challenges regarding unlicensed medication administration and staff tuberculosis testing; however, subsequent inspections confirmed that corrective protocols have been implemented. No fines or license suspensions are currently on record.

Bedside support is coordinated 24/7 by a professional team of licensed nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs). The clinical model focuses on personalized wellness plans, integrating 24-hour emergency monitoring and routine medication management. Following a substantiated October 2025 incident where a resident eloped from the locked unit, leadership implemented enhanced safety measures and revised elopement prevention training for all staff. Current clinical tracking emphasizes strict adherence to medication pass protocols and verified nursing oversight during all administration shifts.

The facility features spacious apartments with kitchenettes, walk-in showers with grab bars, and individually controlled climate systems. All-inclusive monthly services cover three homestyle meals daily, weekly housekeeping, and personal laundry. Shared community spaces include: a fitness center, the Grey Ghost Library, a chapel, the Critic’s Reel Theater, and a movie theater.

The social calendar is managed by on-site staff to provide daily engagement through fitness classes, brain games, and spiritual gatherings within landscaped gardens and walking paths. The community holds a moderate Walk Score of 57, and scheduled transportation is provided for medical appointments and shopping in the Illinois River Valley region.

Those seeking a high-occupancy community with a broad amenity package and active social programming may find this setting appropriate. Interested individuals should contact the administrator directly to discuss current medication administration protocols on the Memory Care unit and the specific elopement prevention measures added since October 2025.

Contact Evergreen Senior Living – Chillicothe

Overview of Villas of Holly Brook Newton

Live your golden years like a vacation for a lifetime with The Villas of Holly Brook Newton is a venerable senior living community set in the tranquil Gregory Drive, Newton, IL, providing assisted living and short-term stays. Featuring bright and spacious floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, seniors enjoy comfort and security like no other. The community boasts a team of trustworthy and well-trained professionals delivering top-notch care and support for seniors to thrive and live their lives to the fullest.

Cherish moments with friends and have a peaceful personal time in the elegant spaces of The Villas of Holly Brook Newton. With engaging activities and exciting programs, residents discover new interests and rekindle passions for leisure and wellness. Indulge in healthy and tasty meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. With its stunning landscapes and state-of-the-art amenities, The Villas of Holly Brook Newton is a great place to spend a glorious retirement.

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Overview of Villas of Holly Brook Marshall

Set in the picturesque lands of North Quality Lime Road, Marshall, IL, Villas of Holly Brook Marshall is an esteemed senior living community offering assisted living and short-term stays. With cozy and sophisticated accommodations including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans, seniors enjoy unmatched comfort and safety. A compassionate and well-equipped team strives to deliver top-tier care and assistance for seniors to enjoy their golden years without worries.

Regarded as US News’ Best Assisted Living from 2022 to 2024, the community continues to lend extra hands to care for seniors’ needs and aspirations. Highlighting residents’ interests and strengths, the community conducts enjoyable activities and engaging programs. Feel good with delicious and healthy meals catering to nutritional needs and tastes. Villas of Holly Brook Marshall is a great place to live your golden years with its stunning amenities and well-maintained landscapes.

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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 Illinois

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 374 assisted living facilities in Illinois. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Illinois?

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 Illinois, 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 Illinois?

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.