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Overview of Eden Supportive Living Chicago

Opened in 2005, Eden Supportive Living Chicago is an assisted living community in Chicago, Illinois. Licensed nurses and CNAs, along with 24-hour staffing, also ensure residents have access to services at all times. Aside from assistance with daily tasks, housekeeping services also support residents’ day-to-day tasks.

Additionally, residents can choose a studio, one-, or two-bedroom home, accommodating their preferences. On-site, the restaurant, adaptive fitness center, library and reading room, and movie theatre also provide places for dining, exercise, reading, and entertainment.

The area has a Walk Score of 90 out of 100, placing it in the walker’s paradise band. This also suggests that daily errands do not require a car, so a resident who no longer drives can still reach nearby shops and services on foot.

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Overview of Paul House and Healthcare Center

Paul House and Healthcare Center in Chicago, IL offers nursing home, assisted living, hospice care, memory care, palliative care, respite care, and skilled nursing. Assisted living includes help with daily tasks, while memory care provides supervision for a resident with dementia. Skilled nursing and nursing home care provide ongoing nursing support, and hospice and palliative care focus on comfort and symptom management. Respite care offers a short term stay for someone who needs temporary support.

The community has 110 beds. Its post acute rehabilitation program provides rehabilitation services after an acute medical stay, while long term skilled nursing supports residents who need continuing nursing care. A doctor is on staff, and total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 59 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time assigned to each resident. Medicare and Medicaid are accepted, giving eligible residents two ways to help pay for covered care. A Walk Score of 78 places the area in the very walkable range, so most errands can be done on foot and a resident who no longer drives may still reach nearby shops or services independently. With several care levels and both short term and long term services, Paul House and Healthcare Center may be a good fit for someone whose care needs could change over time.

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Overview of Victory Centre of Galewood

Situated at 2370 N Newcastle Avenue in Chicago’s welcoming Montclare neighborhood, Victory Centre of Galewood has provided senior living since 2009, a 17-year presence grounded in community care. With a Walk Score of 83, it sits in a highly walkable area where most errands can be finished on foot, and essential services are easily reachable, supporting an active and independent lifestyle.

Designed for comfort and accessibility, the center offers cozy studio apartments. Occupants benefit from thoughtfully planned shared spaces: a warm lounge centered around a fireplace, a well-stocked reading area with comfortable seating, a dining room setup for social meals, and outdoor patios with lush greenery. These home-like settings promote connection and leisure. A signature strength is engagement-focused programming. Music programs, horticulture therapy, and educational classes build opportunities for residents to stay mentally and physically active while pursuing interests. This blend of stimulating activities and residential comfort makes Victory Centre of Galewood a home that highlights life quality and valuable daily routines.

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Overview of Grand Regency of South Shore

Offering unique lifestyle choices, Grand Regency of South Shore is a dynamic senior living community in Cook County, Chicago, IL, offering supportive assisted living services. Here, residents are encouraged to maintain or improve their current lifestyle with the help of a professionally trained and educated team that provides the highest quality of care and services. Live comfortably in well-designed apartments featuring a kitchenette, spacious bathroom and emergency alert system for immediate response during emergencies.

Residents can take advantage of the full range of services available within the community, including personal assistance with Activities of Daily Living and support services such as three daily meals, housekeeping and laundry. With more free time on their hands, residents can freely participate in and enjoy social and recreational activities with fellow residents and friends, fostering both connections and vibrant living. A wide range of amenities are available to provide residents with convenience, enjoyment, and fun, such as media rooms, cozy common areas, a library, beauty & barber shop, and an outdoor patio for enjoying fresh air and outdoor views.

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Overview of Belmont Village Senior Living Lincoln Park

Find a unique balance of innovative programming and best-in-class care at Belmont Village Senior Living Lincoln Park in Chicago, IL. The community provides various senior living options, including Assisted Living, Independent Living, and Memory Care. Residents enjoy plenty of space and privacy at the community’s residences, ranging from studio, 1 and 2-bedroom apartments. On-site therapy services, a licensed nurse and well-trained team available 24/7, memory enrichment programs, and a dynamic social calendar, ensures residents have everything they need to thrive holistically.

Serving the highest standard of care to Chicago families for more than 20 years, Belmont Village Lincoln Park ensures premier hospitality and unmatched focus on helping residents live an engaging, purposeful life. With amenities like chef-prepared meals, free scheduled transportation, professionally supervised fitness programs, and well-designed common spaces, residents are sure to enjoy the retirement lifestyle they deserve.

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Overview of The Vistas of Lincoln Park

The Vistas of Lincoln Park is a one-of-a-kind 65+ community in Chicago, IL, offering supportive living. With its dedication to maintaining residents’ independence, the community provides top-tier personal care, alongside on-site medical professionals, to ensure their comfort and safety. Residents also have a variety of floor plans to choose from, with the community’s beautifully furnished and cozy accommodations.

Featuring plenty of exciting events and engaging activities, residents are encouraged to interact with their surroundings and live an active lifestyle. Here, residents delight in freshly prepared, delicious, and well-balanced meals and snacks served daily to satisfy their dietary needs and preferences. Medication management and transportation services are also provided for residents’ convenience. Residents thrive in retirement amid the community’s inviting communal spaces and state-of-the-art amenities.

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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 Ravenswood Supportive Living

Ravenswood Supportive Living sits in Chicago’s Lincoln Square neighborhood, at 1922 W Sunnyside Ave, serving residents age 65 and older in one-bedroom apartments within a mid-rise building. The Walk Score here hits 87, very walkable, and Ascension Saint Joseph – Chicago hospital sits under three miles away.

Licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants provide round-the-clock coverage, and an on-staff physician handles on-site visits rather than requiring residents to travel for routine care. Personal care, homemaking, laundry assistance, and medication management cover the daily basics, while rehabilitation services, respite care, and hospice and palliative care extend into more specialized territory.

Three meals arrive each day, plus snacks, and the activities calendar stays full: fitness activities, card games, movies, special outings, guest entertainers, and religious services all show up regularly. A beauty salon with barber services, an activity room, an outdoor patio, and Wi-Fi access round out the amenities, and transportation assistance is available specifically for medical appointments, a detail that matters when a resident needs to see a specialist outside the building. Medicaid coverage is accepted here, which matters directly for the population this community is built to serve.

Ravenswood Supportive Living combines round-the-clock clinical support, a full daily activities calendar, and Medicaid coverage, the kind of combination that works well for older adults who want to stay independent while having real healthcare support close at hand.

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Overview of Grand Regency of Jackson Park Supportive Living

Experience a well-supported lifestyle in Grand Regency of Jackson Park Supportive Living, a welcoming community in Chicago, IL for assisted living. The community provides flexible care plans which may include daily living assistance and other supportive services for a maintenance-free lifestyle. Access to healthcare services is also available through their healthcare provider, ensuring residents’ every need is met.

In addition to 24-hour caregivers, the community provides purpose-driven programming with a wealth of activities tailored to residents’ interests and skills. Residents are also served three fresh meals daily for their nourishment. The community further improves everyone’s living experience through its host of thoughtful and convenient amenities.

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Overview of Churchview Supportive Living

Churchview Supportive Living renders a haven of empathy in the heart of Chicago’s Cook County. It’s a place where seniors on Medicaid, who only receive a minimum Social Security income, can afford to live comfortably.  The community is steeped in rich history, surrounded by neighboring facilities that offer a plethora of events to fill up seniors’ days. Their staff is always available 24/7 to assist seniors with any needs, from on-site beauty and barber services to transportation and medication management, ensuring that residents are always in good hands.

In addition to these essential services, Churchview offers an array of amenities to cater to seniors’ personal interests and well-being. Their facilities include an outdoor patio, a resident laundry, a TV lounge, exercise room, and much more. At Churchview Supportive Living, they strive to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere that feels like home. There is no question of their commitment to supporting their residents every step of the way.

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Weighting overview

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    Regulatory
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    Visual Media
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    Website
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    Stability
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    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.

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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%

State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

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  • Citations/Inspection
  • % Inspections w/ Citations
  • Complaint Visits
  • Accreditations
  • BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%

Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.

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  • Virtual Walkthroughs
  • Photo Quantity
  • Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%

Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.

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  • Website Content
  • Mobile Usability
  • Staff Info Available
  • Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%

Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.

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  • Occupancy Rate
  • Bed Options
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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.

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  • 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.