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Page 6 of Best Assisted Living in Illinois

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 375 assisted living communities in Illinois using Illinois Department 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 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: 51/ 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

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The information below is reported by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation.

Vi at The Glen
AL
NH
IL
MC
Glenview
36
Facility 36
IL AVG 85
Rank #365 / 419
Yes
52
Facility 52
IL AVG 51
Rank #310 / 648
A+Cc-Lake, Inc3
6
Facility 6
IL AVG 7
Rank #180 / 276
2.0
Facility 2.0
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #236 / 276
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2
Rank #1 / 315
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #1 / 315
1 Bed / 2 Bed / Villa
The Mather
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Evanston (Davis Street)
22
Facility 22
IL AVG 85
Rank #394 / 419
Yes
95
Facility 95
IL AVG 51
Rank #18 / 648
-The Mather Evanston5--
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2
Rank #1 / 315
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #222 / 315
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Radford Green at Sedgebrook
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Lincolnshire
37
Facility 37
IL AVG 85
Rank #359 / 419
No
36
Facility 36
IL AVG 51
Rank #448 / 648
-Sedgebrook Opco (Sl-Vii) LLC3
-
Facility -
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 276
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 276
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2
Rank #1 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Mercy Circle Senior Living
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Chicago (Mount Greenwood)
43
Facility 43
IL AVG 85
Rank #330 / 419
Yes
44
Facility 44
IL AVG 51
Rank #392 / 648
-Mercy Circle5
-
Facility -
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 276
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 276
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2
Rank #1 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
GreenFields of Geneva
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Geneva
77
Facility 77
IL AVG 85
Rank #188 / 419
Yes
6
Facility 6
IL AVG 51
Rank #610 / 648
A+Nfp Friendship Village Of Mill Creek9
24
Facility 24
IL AVG 7
Rank #248 / 276
2.7
Facility 2.7
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #246 / 276
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 2
Rank #242 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Covenant Living at Windsor Park
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Carol Stream
72
Facility 72
IL AVG 85
Rank #204 / 419
No
26
Facility 26
IL AVG 51
Rank #523 / 648
-Covenant Living At Windsor Park7
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #136 / 276
0.6
Facility 0.6
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #161 / 276
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 2
Rank #268 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Westminster Place
AL
IL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Evanston (Grant Street)
105
Facility 105
IL AVG 85
Rank #112 / 419
Yes
44
Facility 44
IL AVG 51
Rank #392 / 648
-------Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Tabor Hills
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Naperville (Naperville Park District)
96
Facility 96
IL AVG 85
Rank #132 / 419
Yes
21
Facility 21
IL AVG 51
Rank #550 / 648
A+------Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Wesley Village Retirement Center
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Macomb
73
Facility 73
IL AVG 85
Rank #198 / 419
No
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 51
Rank #618 / 648
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St Joseph Home For the Elderly
AL
NH
Palatine
49
Facility 49
IL AVG 85
Rank #294 / 419
No
69
Facility 69
IL AVG 51
Rank #159 / 648
-------Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Little Sisters of the Poor St. Mary’s Home
AL
NH
Chicago (Lincoln Park)
76
Facility 76
IL AVG 85
Rank #190 / 419
No
93
Facility 93
IL AVG 51
Rank #23 / 648
-------Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Eden Vista Prospect Heights
AL
HOS
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Prospect Heights
30
Facility 30
IL AVG 85
Rank #375 / 419
No
45
Facility 45
IL AVG 51
Rank #380 / 648
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The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Chicago (Uptown)
72
Facility 72
IL AVG 85
Rank #204 / 419
No
92
Facility 92
IL AVG 51
Rank #28 / 648
A+The Selfhelp Home, Inc2
25
Facility 25
IL AVG 7
Rank #249 / 276
12.5
Facility 12.5
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #275 / 276
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2
Rank #1 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed
CENTRAL BAPTIST VILLAGE (Assisted Living)
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Norridge (Norwood Park Township)
97
Facility 97
IL AVG 85
Rank #128 / 419
No
87
Facility 87
IL AVG 51
Rank #55 / 648
A+-4
25
Facility 25
IL AVG 7
Rank #249 / 276
6.3
Facility 6.3
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #265 / 276
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2
Rank #62 / 315
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #1 / 315
-
PRAIRIEVIEW AT THE GARLANDS (Assisted Living)
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Barrington
50
Facility 50
IL AVG 85
Rank #287 / 419
No
89
Facility 89
IL AVG 51
Rank #45 / 648
--5
10
Facility 10
IL AVG 7
Rank #219 / 276
2.0
Facility 2.0
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #236 / 276
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2
Rank #1 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
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Overview of Waverly Inn Memory Care Community

Get the compassionate care and support you deserve at Waverly Inn, a welcoming senior living community in Arlington Heights, Illinois that offers specialized memory care services. The community uses a relationship-centered and compassionate care approach in providing memory care to residents, ensuring they enjoy abundant attention and recognition. Residents comfortably reside in well-designed one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments that are equipped with excellent safety features, such as motion and window sensors and lengthy pull-cords for conveniently notifying their caregivers whenever they need assistance.

As a family owned and operated community for over 60 years, the community delivers compassionate care and support in a family-like environment that’s enriched with years of knowledge and experience. Here, residents enjoy plenty of personalized experiences that fosters joy and connections with the help of activities, such as crafting projects, religious services, exercise classes, excursions, and events. A culinary team takes care of residents’ nutritional needs by preparing healthy and delicious meals that cater to their needs and tastes, fostering an enjoyable dining experience.

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Overview of Cordia Senior Residence

Cordia Senior Residence is a warm and inviting community in Westmont, IL, offering a peaceful yet lively atmosphere for independent living and assisted living. Residents here are empowered to live their best lives while receiving the right amount of care and support to maintain their well-being and independence. The community features 116 studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with housekeeping and linen services included for a carefree lifestyle and well-maintained living environment.

Those who need added care and support are assisted with their daily living activities, personal care, and medication management for their convenience. There are no boring days in the community with regular exercise classes, rich recreational activities, and social events available for residents’ enjoyment. Whatever your needs are, Cordia Senior Residence always goes the extra mile to meet them to ensure you enjoy the retirement experience you deserve.

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Church Creek

1250 W Central Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
Overview of Church Creek

Discover stress-free living at Church Creek, an extraordinary senior living community in Arlington Heights, IL, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. Residents here enjoy a comfortable residence with spacious studio, one or two-bed apartments and access to convenient services, such as on-site maintenance, weekly housekeeping, linen, and towel services, and a dedicated team available to provide support 24/7. Offering a variety of activities, the community ensures a vibrant and engaging lifestyle to its residents.

At Church Creek, residents can leave all the worries behind with personalized care services, access to comprehensive therapy solutions, and a wealth of conveniently designed amenities. Here, residents can give themselves a makeover in the beauty salon, attend an on-site religious service or get hooked to a new book from the library. Delicious and nutritious meals are available with the help of the exceptional culinary team that serves an array of classic comfort and healthy dishes. Church Creek helps residents to live their life to the fullest through its wide array of services and compassionate care.

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Overview of Summit of Uptown

Start your journey to a fulfilling retirement experience with Summit of Uptown, a distinct senior living community in Park Ridge, IL. Residents here enjoy access to various levels of care, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and their Bridges neighborhood for those in the early stages of cognitive decline. From assistance with daily living activities to specialized memory support, residents are provided with the services they need for their evolving lifestyle requirements.

Most of residents’ daily chores are handled as well to make sure they enjoy more time to engage in the community’s activities and programs. Resort-style amenities are also offered, adding to the charm of the community. With its personalized care services, stimulating programs, and excellent amenities, Summit of Uptown is an ideal place for a fulfilling living experience.

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Senior Lifestyle

303 E Wacker Dr Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60601
Overview of Senior Lifestyle

Senior Lifestyle is a full-continuum senior living community at 303 East Wacker Drive in the Chicago Loop. It delivers independent living, assisted living, memory care, respite care, nursing home placement, and skilled nursing services. It’s then possible for occupants to transition in the same community as their care needs shift.

The downtown location scores a 99 for walkability, creating a true walker’s paradise where most daily errands and services are walkable. Occupants and visitors enjoy proximity to Chicago’s hospitals, transportation, shopping, dining, and cultural attractions.

Contact Senior Lifestyle directly to learn more about its daily life, specific amenities, services, and pricing.

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Colfax Manor Assisted Living

8200 S Colfax Ave, Chicago, IL 60617
Overview of Colfax Manor Assisted Living

Operated by Cnec Employee Benefits & Comp Law Inc, Colfax Manor Assisted Living is a small residential community on South Colfax Avenue in the South Shore neighborhood of Chicago. It’s a single-story facility with 4 beds, designed for occupants who value a close-knit, intimate living environment. Private and semi-private room options exist to give families flexibility in choosing their arrangement.

The location scores 71 for walkability. This means most daily errands, groceries, pharmacies, and local services can be done on foot without needing a car. The South Shore area has good transit access and is close to residential neighborhoods and essential services, which can make it convenient for families visiting regularly.

The facility operates under the Illinois Department of Public Health’s oversight and upholds a clean regulatory record. Its small scale and residential character make it a grounded choice for people seeking personalized, home-like care in a quiet Chicago neighborhood.

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Hickory Estates of Taylorville

1091 E 1500 North Rd, Taylorville, IL 62568
Overview of Hickory Estates of Taylorville

Hickory Estates of Taylorville is a supportive assisted living community in Taylorville, IL, that offers assistance with activities of daily living. Here, older adults can feel at ease, accompanied by the community’s home-like environment. 24-hour care, medication reminders, and a nurse available on-site five days a week are also offered to ensure residents are well-cared for. Through personalized care plans, residents receive high-quality care tailored to their needs and preferences.

Enriching activities and wellness opportunities accompany residents during their stay to ensure their enjoyment. Lively gathering spaces, a spacious dining room, and a full-sized apartment are among the community’s unique amenities that make it an ideal retirement option. With its quiet setting in Taylorville, residents will surely have a laid-back lifestyle. This assisted living community is a great choice for retirement in Illinois, especially with its extensive amenities.

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Overview of Sunrise of Highland Park

Beautifully established within a charming neighborhood in Highland Park, IL, Sunrise of Highland Park is an upscale senior living community, offering various levels of care to allow residents to age in place. The community offers assisted living, memory care, short-term stay, and hospice coordination services that are tailored to accommodate residents’ unique needs and care goals. Residences here are designed to be both stunning and comfortable, giving residents a serene living environment where they can enjoy a restful retirement experience.

Fun-packed activities and programs are also offered to make sure residents have the opportunities they need to stay active and connected. Sumptuous meals are made to be both tasty and healthy, allowing residents to indulge in a delectable dining experience. A dependable management team also handles the maintenance and housekeeping for residents, helping them live their lives fully and without worries.

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Overview of Lilac House Senior Living

Tucked away in a peaceful neighborhood in Lisle, IL, Lilac House Senior Living offers a serene setting for assisted living. Residents here enjoy the utmost comfort and convenience every day with a kind care team available 24/7 to assist them with their daily living needs. From personal hygiene to medication management, the community ensures residents receive all the care and support they need to maintain their well-being while preserving their independence.

They also regularly update residents’ families about their care plans and coordinate other healthcare services like physician visits, home health care, and hospice care for their convenience. Countless recreational opportunities and wellness initiatives are available as well to help residents maintain an active and fulfilling lifestyle. Here, they provide every convenience residents need to live their lives comfortably yet vibrantly in a safe and nurturing setting.

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Overview of North Shore Place

Tucked away in Northbrook, IL, North Shore Place is a vibrant senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and short-term care. Residents enjoy a secure living space with well-built accommodations, including one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments. The community provides a variety of conveniences, such as on-site maintenance, housekeeping, and laundry services.

A vibrant lifestyle is guaranteed with the community’s diverse variety of activities, including games, cooking, singing, exercise classes, discussions, and outings to local hotspots. Personalized care plans ensure residents’ needs are met accordingly. Services like assistance with activities of daily living, regular health screenings, a massage therapy room, and a dedicated rehabilitation room, ensures residents have access to services that empower them to maintain their holistic well-being.

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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 375 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.