Page 3 of Best Assisted Living in Chicago, IL

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 45 assisted living communities in Chicago, 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. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. 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. ADC (Adult Day Care): Daytime supervision, health monitoring, and social activities for seniors who live at home. 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.
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.
Brookdale Lake View
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Chicago (Lake View East)
41
Facility 41
IL AVG 67
Rank #217 / 282
Yes
90
Facility 90
IL AVG 48
Rank #19 / 366
48
Facility 48
IL AVG 13
Rank #2 / 144
A+Blc-Kenwood Of Lake View, LLC5--
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #56 / 269
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2
Rank #69 / 269
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Buckingham Pavilion Nursing and Rehabilitation
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Chicago (West Ridge)
235
Facility 235
IL AVG 67
Rank #2 / 282
Yes
83
Facility 83
IL AVG 48
Rank #44 / 366
42
Facility 42
IL AVG 13
Rank #9 / 144
--3
28
Facility 28
IL AVG 7
Rank #226 / 239
9.3
Facility 9.3
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #239 / 239
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 269
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2
Rank #1 / 269
-
Norwood Crossing
AL
HC
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Chicago (Norwood Park)
55
Facility 55
IL AVG 67
Rank #166 / 282
Yes
83
Facility 83
IL AVG 48
Rank #44 / 366
--Norwood Crossing Association10
31
Facility 31
IL AVG 7
Rank #230 / 239
3.1
Facility 3.1
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #200 / 239
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #56 / 269
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2
Rank #69 / 269
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Ascension Living Resurrection Village
AL
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Chicago (Norwood Park)
37
Facility 37
IL AVG 67
Rank #233 / 282
No
47
Facility 47
IL AVG 48
Rank #185 / 366
--Presence Senior Services-Chicagoland3
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 7
Rank #74 / 239
0.7
Facility 0.7
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #82 / 239
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 3
Rank #210 / 269
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2
Rank #1 / 269
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Bethesda Rehab & Senior Care
AL
ADC
HOS
NH
RC
SNF
Chicago (Montclare)
96
Facility 96
IL AVG 67
Rank #47 / 282
No
81
Facility 81
IL AVG 48
Rank #49 / 366
31
Facility 31
IL AVG 13
Rank #16 / 144
--13
62
Facility 62
IL AVG 7
Rank #238 / 239
4.8
Facility 4.8
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #226 / 239
8
Facility 8
IL AVG 3
Rank #259 / 269
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2
Rank #1 / 269
-
Golden Haven Senior Living – The Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois
AL
RESC
RC
Addison (Wood Dale)
6
Facility 6
IL AVG 67
Rank #278 / 282
No
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 48
Rank #345 / 366
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 13
Rank #81 / 144
-Esther Ama Keelson2
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 7
Rank #74 / 239
1.0
Facility 1.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #103 / 239
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 3
Rank #175 / 269
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2
Rank #1 / 269
-
Brookdale at Home® Lake View
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Chicago (Lake View East)
41
Facility 41
IL AVG 67
Rank #217 / 282
Yes
90
Facility 90
IL AVG 48
Rank #19 / 366
48
Facility 48
IL AVG 13
Rank #2 / 144
A+Blc-Kenwood Of Lake View, LLC2
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 239
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #1 / 239
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #56 / 269
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2
Rank #69 / 269
-
The Wellshire Morton Grove
AL
RC
Morton Grove
45
Facility 45
IL AVG 67
Rank #201 / 282
Yes
60
Facility 60
IL AVG 48
Rank #113 / 366
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 13
Rank #81 / 144
-Wellshire Morton Grove5--
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 3
Rank #124 / 269
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2
Rank #1 / 269
Studio / 1 Bed
The Clare
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Chicago
49
Facility 49
IL AVG 67
Rank #182 / 282
Yes
100
Facility 100
IL AVG 48
Rank #1 / 366
-A+------1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Covenant Home of Chicago
AL
Chicago (Lincoln Square)
-No
87
Facility 87
IL AVG 48
Rank #28 / 366
29
Facility 29
IL AVG 13
Rank #17 / 144
A+------Studio / 1 Bed

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each assisted living community is ranked against every other IL assisted living community we track that reports that metric, not just the 45 analyzed for Chicago. See how we rank facilities

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Overview of Brookdale Lake View

Brookdale Lake View is a continuing care retirement community in Chicago, Illinois, with independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home, skilled nursing, and respite care. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living adds help with tasks such as dressing, bathing, and taking medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and skilled nursing and nursing home care include licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Respite care provides short stays when a family’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover, while the range of care levels can accommodate a resident whose needs grow over time.

The community is in the Lake View East neighborhood and has 41 beds in a high rise building. Residents can choose a studio, one bedroom residence, or two bedroom residence. The larger layout may suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion. With a Walk Score of 90 out of 100, the area is considered a walker’s paradise, so daily errands do not require a car and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Restaurant style meals are prepared by the culinary team, and residents can use the fitness center and salon or spa. Activities include memoir class, ceramics, movie nights, drawing classes, and chair yoga, giving residents several ways to spend time creatively, socially, or through gentle movement. Transportation is available for activities or appointments, so residents do not have to arrange every ride themselves. Pets are allowed, which means a resident can bring a pet when moving into the community.

Staff are present day and night through 24 hour staffing. Brookdale Lake View is operated by Blc-Kenwood Of Lake View.

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Overview of Buckingham Pavilion Nursing and Rehabilitation

Buckingham Pavilion Nursing and Rehabilitation offers nursing home, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Chicago, IL. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication, while memory care provides a secured, supervised setting for someone at risk of wandering. Nursing home and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock. The range of care types may suit a resident whose needs change over time.

With 235 beds, the home is a larger setting with more residents, staff, and programming. Named programs include assisted living Plus, Rehabilitation & Transitional Care, and Parkinson’s Care. Rehabilitation services support residents who need recovery-focused care or a transition between care settings, and total nurse staffing is 2h 31m per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nurse time allocated to each resident.

Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, giving families several ways to cover care depending on eligibility and financial resources. Pets are allowed, so residents may keep a pet while living in the community. A Walk Score of 83 makes the area very walkable, meaning most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

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Norwood Crossing

6016 N Nina Ave, Chicago, IL 60631
Overview of Norwood Crossing

Norwood Crossing is a non-profit nursing home in Chicago, IL, that offers a wide range of care options, including assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and respite care. Promoting a home-like atmosphere, the community ensures older adults are treated like family. Nutritious meals, recreational activities, and household services are also offered, ensuring older adults experience maintenance-free living. Through individualized care options, the community strives to help residents thrive in their later years.

Fun games, light exercises, and social events are just some of the activities that residents can participate in for leisure and wellness. Cozy living spaces, accessible hallways, and lively gathering areas make the community an ideal retirement option. With its ideal location along North Avondale Avenue, near public transportation and restaurants, residents gain easy access to their necessities and leisure. As one of the best options for retirement in Illinois, this nursing home has comprehensive care options and extensive amenities dedicated to older adults’ welfare.

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Overview of Ascension Living Resurrection Village

Ascension Living Resurrection Village is a mid-rise, 37-unit community at 7262 W Peterson Ave in Chicago’s Norwood Park neighborhood, operated by Presence Senior Services-Chicagoland. The care levels span memory care, assisted living, and independent living, with units in studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom configurations. Resurrection Medical Center is 0.28 miles from the front door, which is among the closer hospital proximities you will find for a community this size.

The facility is rooted in the Catholic faith tradition, and pastoral and spiritual care are part of the service package alongside the practical daily supports: housekeeping, transportation, beauty services, and rehabilitation. Registered dietitian consultations are available. Exercise programming and organized social activities fill out the wellness side. A volunteer program is active.

The amenity footprint is substantive for 37 units. On-site you get a library, salon, spa, patio, fitness center, greenhouse and garden areas, bike paths, and free ground-level parking. That breadth is unusual at this scale and suggests a campus built for longer stays.

The Walk Score is 47, meaning Norwood Park requires a car for most daily tasks. State inspections have tended to center on care planning and documentation and fall and injury prevention.

For families placing a loved one within a Catholic care tradition, or those who want memory care paired with independent and assisted living on the same campus and a hospital within a quarter mile, this community is a specific and coherent fit.

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Overview of Bethesda Rehab & Senior Care

Bethesda Rehab & Senior Care offers nursing home, adult day care, assisted living, hospice care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Chicago, IL. Nursing home, nursing care, and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps residents with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication while they maintain their own apartment. Hospice care focuses on comfort for residents at the end of life, adult day care provides daytime support for people who return home afterward, and respite care offers a short stay for someone whose usual caregiver needs time away. The range of care types may be a good fit for a resident whose support needs change over time.

The community is in the Montclare neighborhood and has 96 beds. Its Walk Score is 81, placing the area in the very walkable band, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives can still get out independently.

Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 49 minutes per resident per day, representing that amount of daily hands-on nurse time for each resident. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay; Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, Medicaid may help when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means paying directly.

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Overview of Golden Haven Senior Living – the Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois
Golden Haven Senior Living – the Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois is a premier residential senior living community located in the Chicagoland area. As a boutique senior living community and a trusted provider in Illinois, Golden Haven Senior Living provides a home and family-like environment for seniors to live peacefully while flourishing in a new chapter of life. As a small residential assisted living community their dedicated staff provides 24/7 care as each resident receives tailored services for their specific needs and situation. Their caregivers to residents ratio is high compared to larger senior communities.
Providing multiple levels of care, residents looking for assisted living, or short-term respite stays will find all they need at this community. Other amenities provided by the team at Golden Haven Senior Living includes mind stimulating daily activities, nutritious home-cooked meals, regular family visits and outings, and top-notch caregiver support. Golden Haven Senior Living in addition to the above takes away all the burdens that are associated with caring for your elderly loved ones by arranging the needed transportation services, doctor’s appointments, therapy services, and podiatry services. It’s also worth noting that various dietary preferences are accommodated. An important emphasis from the team at Golden Haven Senior Living is providing support where needed whilst encouraging individualism in each resident. This strategy alongside their care plans and services has allowed them to become a trusted community.
Starting Price $4,800/Month

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Overview of Brookdale at Home® Lake View

Enjoy our independence for as long as possible with Brookdale at Home Lake View, a dedicated home care provider based in Chicago, IL that offers a range of in-home care services. This includes companion care, personal care, and respite care. Brookdale’s team of professional caregivers is experienced in serving people who want to enjoy their independence for as long as possible while receiving the support they require.

Brookdale at Home Lake View’s dedicated team can help with a wide variety of tasks and services, ranging from meal preparation and housekeeping to pet care and medication assistance, so seniors can spend more time doing the things they truly love. Understanding that their caregivers are vital to their endeavor, Brookdale at Home conducts thorough background checks and screenings to select highly qualified caregivers seniors can feel comfortable around.

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Overview of The Wellshire Morton Grove

The Wellshire Morton Grove offers assisted living and respite care in Morton Grove, Illinois. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while allowing a resident to maintain a private living space, while respite care offers a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time away or recovery. The community may be a good fit for a resident who needs daily support or a family seeking short-term care.

The community has 45 beds, with studio and one-bedroom housing options. A studio suits someone who wants one private living space, while a one-bedroom layout separates the sleeping and living areas. Pets are allowed at move in, so a resident may be able to bring a pet along.

A salon gives residents access to salon services on site, and rehabilitation services are available for those who need therapy. Cultural programming adds organized cultural activities to the services offered at the community. The area has a Walk Score of 60, meaning it is somewhat walkable and some errands can be done on foot, so a resident who no longer drives may be able to handle certain nearby errands independently.

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The Clare

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

The Clare sits at 55 E Pearson St in Chicago’s Rush & Division neighborhood, a high-rise run by The Clare Partners LLC with 49 units split across one, two, and three-bedroom layouts. Sizes run from 774 square feet up to 1,709.

A Walk Score of 100 means groceries, pharmacies, and most daily errands are a walk away, not a drive. Occupancy sits at 84.4 percent, which tells you the building is mostly full but not maxed out. This is a place that covers a lot of ground on the care spectrum: independent living, assisted living, and memory care, all under one roof, with staff specifically trained in dementia care for residents who need it.

Beauty services, transportation, housekeeping, organized social and recreational activities, exercise and wellness programming, and parking are all part of daily life, and residents also get 24-hour security, an on-site concierge, and access to a full-time exercise physiologist. Dining is flexible and chef-prepared, not a fixed cafeteria schedule. Pets are welcome, too.

The Clare takes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, so families aren’t boxed into one funding path. For residents needing nursing-level support, the staffing data shows about 3 hours and 41 minutes of total nursing care per resident each day.

The Clare is a high-rise community built to handle a resident’s care needs as they change, independent living now, memory care later if it comes to that, without forcing a move somewhere new.

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Covenant Home of Chicago

2720 W Foster Ave, Chicago, Il 60625, United States2720 W Foster Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
Overview of Covenant Home of Chicago

Covenant Home of Chicago is a special place. With a history spanning more than a century, it’s a community that truly understands what it means to care for seniors. Here, residents are more than just a number. They are valued members of a caring community, surrounded by staff and fellow residents who dedicate themselves to helping them live a fulfilling life.

The community provides a well-rounded approach to care, ensuring that residents receive the support they need to live their best life. They participate in Medicaid, and the amenities are truly top-notch, with everything from a café and art studio to a physical therapy gym and theater room. But what really sets Covenant Home of Chicago apart is the sense of community. Residents can participate in activities and events, connect with their neighbors, and build friendships that last a lifetime.

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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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Assisted Living in Chicago at a glance

Avg Monthly Cost: $7,468The average monthly cost across facilities in Chicago, IL. 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: 75/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Chicago, 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: 73The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Chicago, IL. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Chicago, IL

What is the average cost of assisted living in Chicago, IL?

The average monthly cost of assisted living in Chicago, IL is approximately $5,300. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for assisted living in Chicago, IL?

Assisted living in Chicago, IL typically ranges from $4,800–$7,400 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at assisted living facilities in Chicago, IL?

Assisted living facilities in Chicago, IL typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:6 to 1:12.

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.