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. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over 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.
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.
The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community
AL
IL
NH
RC
SNF
Chicago (Uptown)
72
Facility 72
IL AVG 67
Rank #110 / 282
No
92
Facility 92
IL AVG 48
Rank #13 / 366
18
Facility 18
IL AVG 13
Rank #49 / 144
A+The Selfhelp Home, Inc4
25
Facility 25
IL AVG 7
Rank #223 / 239
6.3
Facility 6.3
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #236 / 239
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 269
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2
Rank #69 / 269
Studio / 1 Bed
Mercy Circle Senior Living
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Chicago (Mount Greenwood)
43
Facility 43
IL AVG 67
Rank #213 / 282
Yes
44
Facility 44
IL AVG 48
Rank #203 / 366
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 13
Rank #81 / 144
-Mercy Circle2
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 239
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #1 / 239
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 269
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2
Rank #69 / 269
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Smith Village
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
NH
SNF
Chicago (South Side)
82
Facility 82
IL AVG 67
Rank #78 / 282
Yes
71
Facility 71
IL AVG 48
Rank #72 / 366
17
Facility 17
IL AVG 13
Rank #53 / 144
A+The Washington And Jane Smith Community-Beverly10
25
Facility 25
IL AVG 7
Rank #223 / 239
2.5
Facility 2.5
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #178 / 239
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 269
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2
Rank #1 / 269
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Amazing Grace Senior Living
AL
MC
Chicago (Norwood Park)
72
Facility 72
IL AVG 67
Rank #110 / 282
Yes
48
Facility 48
IL AVG 48
Rank #179 / 366
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 13
Rank #81 / 144
A+Amazing Grace Luxury Living, LLC3
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 7
Rank #147 / 239
1.7
Facility 1.7
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #140 / 239
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 3
Rank #124 / 269
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 2
Rank #140 / 269
Studio / 1 Bed
Aspired Living of La Grange
AL
MC
RC
La Grange
117
Facility 117
IL AVG 67
Rank #17 / 282
Yes
89
Facility 89
IL AVG 48
Rank #24 / 366
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 13
Rank #81 / 144
-Pathway La Grange Property Owner, LLC1
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 7
Rank #147 / 239
5.0
Facility 5.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #227 / 239
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 3
Rank #175 / 269
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2
Rank #1 / 269
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sunrise of Lincoln Park
AL
HOS
MC
Chicago (Lincoln Park)
60
Facility 60
IL AVG 67
Rank #144 / 282
Yes
97
Facility 97
IL AVG 48
Rank #4 / 366
45
Facility 45
IL AVG 13
Rank #7 / 144
A-Szr Lincoln Park Opco LC3
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 7
Rank #147 / 239
1.7
Facility 1.7
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #140 / 239
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 3
Rank #124 / 269
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2
Rank #69 / 269
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Suite
The Sheridan at Oak Brook
AL
IL
MC
RC
Oak Brook
73
Facility 73
IL AVG 67
Rank #104 / 282
No
34
Facility 34
IL AVG 48
Rank #255 / 366
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 13
Rank #81 / 144
-Bmsh II Oakbrook Il, LLC2
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #116 / 239
2.0
Facility 2.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #149 / 239
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 269
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2
Rank #69 / 269
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Autumn Green at Wright Campus
AL
CCRC
IL
Chicago (Dunning)
25
Facility 25
IL AVG 67
Rank #262 / 282
Yes
68
Facility 68
IL AVG 48
Rank #78 / 366
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 13
Rank #81 / 144
-Bre Rook Sh Autumn Green At Wright Campus LLC1
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
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Montclair Senior Living and Memory Care
AL
MC
Morton Grove
86
Facility 86
IL AVG 67
Rank #69 / 282
Yes
52
Facility 52
IL AVG 48
Rank #155 / 366
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 13
Rank #81 / 144
-Montclair Senior Living & Memory Care, LLC3
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 7
Rank #74 / 239
0.7
Facility 0.7
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #82 / 239
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 269
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 2
Rank #140 / 269
Studio
Clarendale Six Corners
AL
IL
MC
RC
Chicago (Old Irving Park)
144
Facility 144
IL AVG 67
Rank #5 / 282
Yes
92
Facility 92
IL AVG 48
Rank #13 / 366
-C+Portage Park Operations, LLC1
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 239
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #1 / 239
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 3
Rank #210 / 269
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2
Rank #1 / 269
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 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 Smith Village

Enjoy a vibrant life with­out the demands and costs of home own­er­ship with Smith Village, a classic senior living community in Cook County, Chicago, IL, that offers care continuum with their independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing services. Make yourself at home in well-designed apartments with an array of one- or two-bedroom apartments to choose from–all fea­turing a kitch­enette, full bath­room with walk-in show­er, lots of clos­et space, and plen­ty of nat­ur­al light. Residents never have to lift a fin­ger with maintenance and housekeeping handled by the attentive team.

A licensed nurs­ing team is available on-site any time of the day to ensure residents’ needs are met immediately. The community provides compassionate care services, including assis­tance with activ­i­ties of dai­ly liv­ing, med­ica­tion administration, phys­i­cal, speech, occu­pa­tion­al and res­pi­ra­to­ry therapies, making sure residents have access to necessary care and support even as their needs evolve. A full cal­en­dar of recre­ation­al, social, cul­tur­al and edu­ca­tion­al programs foster social connection and lifelong learning opportunities, which help residents maintain their abilities while living a fulfilling life.

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Overview of The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community

Catering to older Jewish residents in Chicago, IL, The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community offers a full continuum of care to accommodate residents’ changing needs. Residents here enjoy the convenience of having independent living, assisted living, long-term care, and rehabilitation services on one campus. As a non-profit and award-winning community, The Selfhelp Home ensures that residents are provided with care services focused solely on their well-being.

Apart from comprehensive care plans, residents here enjoy access to a wellness center where they can meet various healthcare professionals for their medical needs. Other amenities like a movie theater, library, and a sanctuary for meditation and worship are also available to meet residents’ diverse interests. Here, you can confidently enjoy the life you want while receiving the support you need without hassles and worries.

Contact The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community

Overview of Sunrise of Lincoln Park

Sunrise of Lincoln Park is a 60-unit assisted living and memory care community located at 2710 N Clark Street in Chicago, Illinois. The mid-rise building offers studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and suite layouts, including 46 permanent units and 14 apartments dedicated specifically to cognitive support.

Residents have access to restaurant-style dining, scheduled activities, and wellness programs alongside everyday housekeeping and laundry services. The pet-friendly property features common areas, theater rooms, and outdoor terraces. Situated in a highly desirable part of the city, the neighborhood boasts a walk score of 97. This ideal location allows visiting families and active residents to run daily errands and reach local shops entirely on foot.

Illinois Department of Public Health records show that the community maintains a stable licensing status. Recent state evaluations have focused primarily on administrative updates, such as emergency preparedness documentation, with all past findings promptly addressed through approved correction plans.

Prospective representatives interested in touring the community or discussing apartment availability can contact the Clark Street office.

Contact Sunrise of Lincoln Park

Overview of The Sheridan at Oak Brook

Overlooking the quaint neighborhood of Oak Brook, IL, The Sheridan at Oak Brook is an excellent senior living community that offers a range of care options, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and Short-Term Care. The community blends culture and luxury, providing a sophisticated environment where seniors can make new friends, explore passions, and enjoy a variety of delightful amenities. Families can find the ideal lifestyle for their loved ones, supported by attentive, round-the-clock staff.

Residents at The Sheridan at Oak Brook can enjoy a variety of amenities and programs designed to enhance their lifestyle. From the “Explore” Independent Living program, which encourages cultural, recreational, and educational pursuits, to convenient services like 24-hour team support, on-site maintenance, and transportation. The community boasts a game room, creative studio, theater, fitness gym, and more. With a welcoming atmosphere, planned social activities, and comprehensive on-site healthcare services, seniors can truly enjoy a carefree and fulfilling life.

Contact The Sheridan at Oak Brook

Overview of Mercy Circle Senior Living

Mercy Circle is an independent living, assisted living, and memory care facility that promotes independence regardless of living options. Mercy Circle emphasizes the importance of each individual; that is why they want to ensure that residents are able to grow in a community that gives them exceptional care while being able to do what they want freely. From watching a movie at their very own movie room to relaxing at their beautiful courtyard, Mercy Circle has ensured that their community will be built with the idea that every detail in the facility is able to provide each residence with comfort and care.

Mercy Circle prides itself on being a community that is an ideal place for residents to find feasibility– residents are available to do things whenever and wherever they need. 

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Overview of Autumn Green at Wright Campus

Autumn Green at Wright Campus in Chicago offers assisted living, a Continuing Care Retirement Community, and independent living. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while independent living offers a private residence with community services and no daily care. Because the campus provides multiple levels of care, a resident’s needs can change over time without requiring a move to another campus. The range may suit someone who wants independent living now but may need more support later.

With 25 beds, the community has a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know each other. Housing includes studios, one bedroom units, and two bedroom units. A studio provides one private living space, while the larger layouts offer a separate bedroom. Pets are allowed, so residents may bring a pet to live with them.

A Walk Score of 68 places the area in the somewhat walkable band. Some errands can be completed on foot, and a resident who no longer drives may be able to manage certain outings independently. Bre Rook Sh Autumn Green at Wright Campus operates the community.

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Overview of Montclair Senior Living and Memory Care

Montclair Senior Living and Memory Care stands as a vibrant sanctuary, offering Assisted Living and Memory Care services for seniors. This compassionate senior living community is dedicated to enriching the lives of its residents, fostering an environment where each senior can thrive. At Montclair, personalized care tailored to individual needs is the cornerstone of their service. The team, comprising highly trained professionals and deeply empathetic individuals, ensures every resident receives the personalized attention and care they deserve. Understanding that aging signifies new opportunities rather than limitations, Montclair boasts thoughtfully designed living spaces prioritizing comfort and safety. From cozy private apartments to inviting communal areas, Montclair fosters social interaction, nurturing a strong sense of community. Residents relish delectable chef-prepared meals in an elegant dining setting, engage in diverse activities, and explore beautifully landscaped outdoor areas.

Embracing a new chapter at Montclair Senior Living and Memory Care means becoming an integral part of the Montclair family, where companionship and dignity are paramount. As seasons shift, so does their calendar, celebrating holidays, cultural customs, and simple pleasures. Engaging game nights, inspiring art classes, and tranquil garden afternoons are fulfilling experiences residents can expect within this caring community. Pioneering holistic wellness, Montclair offers access to fitness programs, educational workshops, and spiritual support, ensuring a well-rounded experience. Additionally, transportation services enable seniors to explore nearby attractions and maintain cherished connections with loved ones.

Contact Montclair Senior Living and Memory Care

Amazing Grace Senior Living

7432 W Talcott Ave, Chicago, IL 60631
Overview of Amazing Grace Senior Living

An upscale senior living community in Chicago, Amazing Grace is amazingly graced with fully equipped innovative technologies for seniors to have a modern and easy approach to residential living. Their virtual pharmacy kiosks, sweeping air ventilation systems, and antimicrobial cleaning technology are just a few of the revolutionary technologies Amazing Grace has to offer to improve quality of life.

Personalized care is offered for assisted living and memory care residents while they try to balance their lifestyle of wellness with life-enriching activities. Through their essential amenities such as theater room, game room, art studio; and services like medication management, beauty salon and barbershop, and fitness activities. At Amazing Grace Senior Living, services and amenities are designed to empower residents, enhance safety and security so that residents can enjoy retirement.

Contact Amazing Grace Senior Living

Overview of Aspired Living of La Grange

Tucked away in the serene neighborhood of La Grange, IL, Aspired Living of La Grange is a state-of-the-art senior living community that offers assisted living, memory care, and short-term care. Accommodations are purposefully designed to provide residents with utmost comfort and security, with a wide selection of floor plans to choose from, including studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments. A dedicated care team is available 24/7 support and care, including assistance with daily living activities.

Giving residents more time to relax and enjoy the community’s wide range of delightful amenities, Aspired Living of La Grange offers various services, such as on-site maintenance, housekeeping, and laundry services. Residents experience a relaxed lifestyle with a variety of amenities, such as a well-curated library, fitness center, cozy bistro, massage suite, salon & spa, and refreshing outdoor courtyards with walking paths, gazebo, and gardens.

Contact Aspired Living of La Grange

Clarendale Six Corners

4715 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60641
Overview of Clarendale Six Corners

Clarendale Six Corners offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite care in Chicago’s Old Irving Park neighborhood. Independent living means a resident has a private home with community services but no daily care, while assisted living adds help with dressing, bathing, and medication without taking away the resident’s apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and respite care offers a short stay when a family caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community opened in 2026 and has 144 beds, with studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom residences. A studio suits one resident seeking a single living space, while a two bedroom can accommodate a couple moving together or a resident who wants a companion. Having several care levels under one roof may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, or a family caregiver who needs a short term arrangement.

Starting monthly prices are $3,800 for independent living, $4,195 for assisted living, and $4,800 for memory care. A Walk Score of 92 places the area in the walker’s paradise band, where daily errands do not require a car, so a resident who no longer drives can handle routine errands on foot. Pets are allowed, and the community offers the Health and Wellness Navigation program and the Heartfelt Connections Memory Care Program; it is operated by Portage Park Operations.

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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.