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Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 382 assisted living communities in 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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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. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. 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.
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.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Fairhaven Christian Retirement Center
AL
CCRC
IL
NH
RC
Rockford
-No
38
Facility 38
IL AVG 48
Rank #232 / 366
-A+Private Rooms / Shared Rooms
Bickford of Bourbonnais
AL
IL
Bourbonnais
-Yes
55
Facility 55
IL AVG 48
Rank #144 / 366
26
Facility 26
IL AVG 13
Rank #26 / 144
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North Shore Compassionate Care
AL
HC
Highland Park (Briergate)
-No
58
Facility 58
IL AVG 48
Rank #121 / 366
10
Facility 10
IL AVG 13
Rank #69 / 144
A+Private Rooms
Eden Vista Prospect Heights
AL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Prospect Heights
30
Facility 30
IL AVG 67
Rank #249 / 282
No
45
Facility 45
IL AVG 48
Rank #195 / 366
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Heritage Woods of McHenry
AL
Mchenry
-No
21
Facility 21
IL AVG 48
Rank #306 / 366
-A+Studio / 1 Bed
Wesley Willows
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Rockford
-Yes
14
Facility 14
IL AVG 48
Rank #326 / 366
-A+Private Rooms
Barton Senior Residences
AL
Chicago
-No
79
Facility 79
IL AVG 48
Rank #52 / 366
--Private Apartment
Wesley Village Retirement Center
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Macomb
73
Facility 73
IL AVG 67
Rank #104 / 282
No
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 48
Rank #354 / 366
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Sunset Home Assisted Living
AL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Quincy
-No
68
Facility 68
IL AVG 48
Rank #78 / 366
-A+-
Center For Independent Futures
AL
IL
Evanston
-No
98
Facility 98
IL AVG 48
Rank #3 / 366
--Private Rooms

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Overview of Fairhaven Christian Retirement Center

Nestled in the tranquil community of Rockford, IL, Fairhaven Christian Retirement Center is an inviting senior living community that provides independent living and nursing care services. Well-appointed large and small accommodations with varying floor plans are available for its residents based on individual tastes. With a well trained and dediccated team, residents can receive continuum care catering to their immediate needs and interests.

Dedicated to providing the highest level of independence and living options for residents, the community offers top-notch amenities and services including three delectable and healthy meals in restaurant-style dining, weekly housekeeping, laundry, and linen services, on-site full-service beauty salon, and transportation services for schedule personal appointments. Meet new friends and participate in diverse recreational programs and other social activities. At Fairhave Christian Retirement Center, seniors are assured of a wondrous retirement.

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Overview of Bickford of Bourbonnais

Burrowed in the quiet neighborhood of Bourbonnais, IL, the Brickford of Bourboonnais is an enticing senior living community providing independent living and assisted living services. A wide range of cozy and well-appointed accommodations with different floor plans are available for its residents based on their preferences. With a highly equipped and compassionate team, residents can receive 24/7 personalized care and support through its residents’ monitoring system

Experience its top-notch amenities and services to maximize the living experience in this beautiful place. Indulge in a restaurant-style dining with healthy meals prepared by a talented culinary team. Avail of their HigherPart Care Coordination, medication management, and transportation services. Meet new companions and create unforgetabble memories together through its various social activities and community events coordinated by a professional team. Equipped with the right tools and people, seniors are assured of a wonderful retirement with the Brickford of Bourboonnais.

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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 Eden Vista Prospect Heights

Eden Vista Prospect Heights provides nursing home, assisted living, hospice care, memory care, palliative care, and skilled nursing in Prospect Heights, Illinois. Assisted living supports help with daily tasks while a resident keeps their own living space; memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering; and nursing home and skilled nursing care provide licensed nursing on site around the clock. Hospice and palliative care address end of life or serious illness needs, while respite care offers a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The combination of care levels may be a good fit for someone whose needs may grow from assisted living or memory care to skilled nursing without leaving the community. With 30 beds, Eden Vista Prospect Heights is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other. Total nurse staffing is 5h 33m per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned to each resident.

Medicare and private pay are accepted. Medicare can cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, while private pay allows a family to fund care directly. Rehabilitation services and short term rehabilitation support recovery, including post surgical and medically complex care, cardiac care, stroke recovery, and pulmonary and respiratory care programs.

Memory care programming provides activities and support tailored to residents with memory related needs. Restaurant style dining includes meals prepared by on site registered dieticians, who customize menus around individual needs and tastes. Outdoor courtyards provide space for social gatherings and strolls, while salon and spa services allow residents to receive grooming services on site.

A Walk Score of 45 places the area in a car dependent setting, where most errands require a car or a ride. Transportation service is available for trips that require a ride.

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Overview of Heritage Woods of McHenry

Live the lifestyle you prefer with the prominent senior living community of Heritage Woods of McHenry set in the stunning West Crystal Lake Road, McHenry, IL, that offers assisted living. Featuring cozy and sophisticated residences including studio and one-bedroom apartments, the community ensures seniors receive unrivaled comfort and convenience. Heritage Woods of McHenry strives to provide accessible yet high-quality care and support for seniors to flourish and reach their full potential.

Meet people who share the same experiences and lead a fulfilled life with Heritage Woods of McHenry. A wide array of engaging activities and fun events accompany seniors in their stay with the community. Indulge in delightful and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Heritage Woods of McHenry strives to provide a haven for seniors to spend their best years doing what they love.

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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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Overview of Barton Senior Residences

An affordable senior living community in Chicago, Barton Senior Residences provides services for assisted living residents. Barton Senior Residences aims to provide a community of growth for residents to feel empowered to nurture and develop their golden years. The community provides essential amenities and services that help with daily living of each resident while being encouraged to live a life of independence. From learning how to use a computer at their media center exercising and staying active at their very own fitness center. These amenities and services are designed to efficiently accommodate the residents who may need help.

Barton Senior Residence prioritizes a service delivered with grace to the restaurants while maintaining respect. The community is generally a safe place to live for its affordability and comfort allowing residents to feel safe and secure in their new home. 

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Overview of Wesley Village Retirement Center

Nestled in the heart of Macomb, IL, Wesley Village Retirement Center offers a warm and vibrant community for seniors, encompassing independent living, memory care, skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, and specialized care services. As the area’s only continuing care retirement community, the community provides a range of accommodations designed to meet evolving needs, with spacious independent homes and apartments that foster independence and comfort.

With a commitment to enhancing residents’ lives, the community prides itself on offering engaging amenities and services, such as a community center perfect for social gatherings and a welcoming dining area for shared meals. A robust lineup of activities encourages active, meaningful lifestyles, from group exercise to Bible study and entertainment. Wesley Village is dedicated to a mission of compassionate care, fostering a homelike atmosphere where residents can enjoy life fully and worry-free.

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Overview of Sunset Home Assisted Living

Located on Washington Street in Quincy, Illinois, Sunset Home Assisted Living is in a moderately walkable neighborhood. Many residents and families visiting can run some errands on foot. The home has good local access to amenities with a Walk Score of 68. The score reflects the nearby amenities and the occasional need to drive for some services.

If you’re a family looking at senior living in the Quincy area, a visit to Sunset Home is a must. A tour is the best way to learn about the community and see the facility. It also helps families learn about the specific care services, amenities, and daily programs offered.

Each senior living community has its own personality and strengths. Visiting in person can help you determine if this home is appropriate for your loved one’s needs and preferences.

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Overview of Center for Independent Futures

Center for Independent Futures is a social services center that teaches like-skilled services to its residents, promoting mutual respect and trust. Specializing in supportive living for seniors with disabilities, the staff continues to deliver an active, stimulating, and independent lifestyle. The team of dedicated professionals aims to fulfill each resident’s holistic wellness through the continuum of care services.

Center for Independent Futures services includes 24-hour care and supervision, stimulating activities, and engaging social activities, and programs.

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Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Resident Experience
  • 25%
    Regulatory
  • 15%
    Visual Media
  • 10%
    Website
  • 10%
    Stability
  • 5%
    Environment
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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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Assisted Living in Illinois at a glance

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: 48/ 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: 67The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Illinois. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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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 382 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.