Page 3 of Best Memory Care in Chicago, IL

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 46 memory care communities in Chicago, IL using IL Dept. of Public Health (IDPH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank memory care in IL
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Avg Walk Score: 76/ 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: 113The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Chicago, IL. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

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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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
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.
Ascension Living Resurrection Village
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Chicago (Norwood Park)
37
Facility 37
IL AVG 85
Rank #358 / 418
No
47
Facility 47
IL AVG 52
Rank #356 / 634
--Presence Senior Services-Chicagoland7
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 7
Rank #88 / 276
0.3
Facility 0.3
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #101 / 276
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 3
Rank #242 / 315
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #1 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Atria on the Lake
MC
AL
IL
RC
Glen Ellyn
85
Facility 85
IL AVG 85
Rank #159 / 418
Yes
75
Facility 75
IL AVG 52
Rank #128 / 634
--Aoc Glen Ellyn Opco, LLC6--
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #62 / 315
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #165 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / Suite
Peterson Park Health Care Center
MC
NH
PC
RC
SNF
Chicago (North Park)
196
Facility 196
IL AVG 85
Rank #29 / 418
No
74
Facility 74
IL AVG 52
Rank #135 / 634
45
Facility 45
IL AVG 16
Rank #10 / 185
--11
44
Facility 44
IL AVG 7
Rank #267 / 276
4.0
Facility 4.0
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #258 / 276
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 3
Rank #268 / 315
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #1 / 315
-
Sunrise of Lincoln Park
MC
AL
HOS
Chicago (Lincoln Park)
60
Facility 60
IL AVG 85
Rank #248 / 418
Yes
97
Facility 97
IL AVG 52
Rank #9 / 634
45
Facility 45
IL AVG 16
Rank #10 / 185
A-Szr Lincoln Park Opco Lc9
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 7
Rank #168 / 276
0.6
Facility 0.6
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #161 / 276
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 3
Rank #142 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Suite
Brookdale at Home® Lake View
MC
AL
IL
NH
SNF
Chicago (Lake View East)
41
Facility 41
IL AVG 85
Rank #336 / 418
Yes
90
Facility 90
IL AVG 52
Rank #40 / 634
48
Facility 48
IL AVG 16
Rank #3 / 185
A+Blc-Kenwood Of Lake View, LLC5
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 276
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 276
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #62 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
-
Clark Manor
MC
NH
SNF
Chicago (Rogers Park)
99
Facility 99
IL AVG 85
Rank #121 / 418
No
92
Facility 92
IL AVG 52
Rank #28 / 634
50
Facility 50
IL AVG 16
Rank #2 / 185
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Chalet Living and Rehab
MC
NH
SNF
Chicago (Rogers Park)
219
Facility 219
IL AVG 85
Rank #17 / 418
No
84
Facility 84
IL AVG 52
Rank #80 / 634
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Aspired Living of La Grange
MC
AL
RC
La Grange
117
Facility 117
IL AVG 85
Rank #85 / 418
Yes
89
Facility 89
IL AVG 52
Rank #45 / 634
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 16
Rank #125 / 185
-Pathway La Grange Property Owner, LLC7
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 7
Rank #168 / 276
0.7
Facility 0.7
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #172 / 276
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 3
Rank #202 / 315
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #1 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Symphony Lincoln Park
MC
NH
PC
SNF
Chicago (Lincoln Park)
248
Facility 248
IL AVG 85
Rank #9 / 418
No
93
Facility 93
IL AVG 52
Rank #23 / 634
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Amazing Grace Senior Living
MC
AL
Chicago (Norwood Park)
72
Facility 72
IL AVG 85
Rank #204 / 418
Yes
48
Facility 48
IL AVG 52
Rank #348 / 634
1A+Amazing Grace Luxury Living, LLC6
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 7
Rank #168 / 276
0.8
Facility 0.8
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #181 / 276
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 3
Rank #142 / 315
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #165 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every IL community we track that reports that metric, not just the 46 analyzed for Chicago.

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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 Atria on the Lake

Searching for the finest luxury senior living near me? Atria on the Lake is the perfect choice. Set in peaceful surroundings, this prestigious community enhances every facet of retirement living.

Spacious, elegantly appointed apartments provide a haven of comfort. Savor gourmet meals and personalized wellness programs designed to keep you thriving. A dedicated staff prioritizes your needs, offering personalized care and attention for peace of mind.

Atria on the Lake fosters a vibrant sense of community, with beautifully appointed living spaces and personalized care plans available. Explore and discover a luxurious and fulfilling lifestyle to your desires,  their location details might be helpful in your search for luxury senior living near me

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Overview of Peterson Park Health Care Center

Peterson Park Health Care Center is a senior living home that prides itself on offering premier services and novel methods of clinical care. The healthcare professionals at the center are highly experienced and skilled in providing personalized care to each individual resident. The center offers 24-hour security and skilled nursing care, as well as social services and personal assistance with daily needs. They are also equipped to provide tube feedings, wound care, and physical therapy, with nurses who are trained to manage and treat pressure ulcers and wounds. Their critical therapy program includes in-house ultrasound studies of vascular wounds and wound VAC services.

The home boasts stylish dining settings and values family, celebrations, intimate gatherings, and holidays or festivities that make the residents feel at home. The center features spacious rooms and tranquil common areas, making it an ideal place for seniors to recover while being well taken care of. Families can trust that their loved ones are in a home that genuinely cares for them and provides the best possible service for their recovery.

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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.

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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.

Contact Brookdale at Home® Lake View

Overview of Clark Manor

In the Rogers Park neighborhood of Chicago’s North Side, Clark Manor has been operating for 38 years at 7433 N Clark St. It is a 99-bed nursing home and memory care facility running at 84.2% occupancy, with 96 residents on census and an average length of stay of 173 days. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are all accepted.

The Walk Score is 92, so it’s effectively a walker’s paradise, where residents’ families can handle most errands without a car. Ascension Saint Joseph – Chicago is 6 miles out for acute care needs.

Memory care, behavioral health, and psychiatric services make up the core of what sets this facility apart from a general skilled nursing placement. Wound care is available on-site, and dietary technicians handle individualized nutritional planning.

The facility carries VA certification, meaning veteran residents can receive care that accounts for their service history and related needs. Post-hospital rehabilitation is also offered.

Therapy staff includes speech language pathologists, physical therapy aides and assistants, respiratory therapy technicians, and occupational therapy aides and assistants. Nursing coverage is reported at 24 minutes of RN time per resident per day, 37 minutes of LPN/LVN time, and 1 hour 58 minutes of nurse aide time, for a total of 3 hours 6 minutes of daily nursing care per resident.

A Resident Council meets regularly on-site.

Clark Manor is a long-established North Side Chicago nursing home with a clinical profile built around memory care, behavioral health, and psychiatric services; a combination that distinguishes it from general skilled nursing facilities and makes it a more specific fit for residents whose care needs extend into those domains. The VA certification adds a meaningful option for veteran families in the area.

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Overview of Chalet Living and Rehab

Chalet Living and Rehab combines comfortable living spaces with top-notch medical services, creating an environment that truly stands out. Equipped with the latest ancillary and diagnostic equipment, the facility ensures that residents have access to advanced medical services right on-site. Gone are the days of worrying about traveling to hospitals for tests and treatment—with physicians’ offices readily available, everything is within reach. Dedicated physical and occupational therapists, alongside experts in physical medicine, provide individualized care, tailoring treatments to address the unique needs of each resident.

Every aspect of Chalet is designed to offer comfort, security, and an elevated living experience. Imagine relaxing in well-mounted rooms with state-of-the-art TVs, or stepping out onto spacious patios to soak up the serenity of the surroundings. For those seeking privacy, private suites provide a personal sanctuary, while communal spaces foster meaningful connections and social interactions. At Chalet Living and Rehab, a transformative experience awaits. This is a place where residents can find solace, healing, and a supportive community that embraces them wholeheartedly.

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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.

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Overview of Symphony Lincoln Park

In Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood, Symphony Lincoln Park operates a 248-bed skilled nursing facility at 1366 W Fullerton Ave, just 5.1 miles from downtown and steps from shopping, dining, and services (Walk Score 93; ranked among the state’s most walkable nursing homes). Louise Dihiansan owns the privately-operated community, which accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private-pay residents and maintains.

The resident census of 209 tilts heavily toward Medicaid coverage (71.3%), with private pay accounting for 23% and Medicare 5.7%. Average length of stay runs 240 days; that’s eight months and it shows a pattern typical of long-term placements. Housing options include studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments with housekeeping and laundry. Community amenities span an executive-chef dining program, salon and barbershop, library, outdoor patio, and respite services.

The facility accepts skilled nursing, memory care, and respite-stay admissions.

The workforce totals 469 staff with an above-average staff-to-resident ratio of 2.24:1 (25% better than Illinois norms). However, daily nursing hours are at 2 hours 48 minutes per resident, running 10% below the Illinois average of 3 hours 6 minutes, placing the facility below the 3.0-hour threshold regulators flag as concerning for care adequacy. The facility relies heavily on contract labor, with 284 of 469 staff (60%) filling contractor roles. Nursing composition includes 90 RNs, 84 LPNs, and 248 CNAs.

The CMS rating is 2-star overall, 20.6% below Illinois average, with identical 2-star scores on Health Inspection (28% below state) and Staffing (6.4% below state). Quality Measures earned 3-star (6.6% above state average). The facility faced $139,000 in recent federal fines, which is in line with Illinois average, with and zero payment denials.

Long-stay clinical outcomes reveal low functional decline; ADL needs increased by only 6.3% (60% better than state), yet report depressive symptoms at 98.8% (105% worse than Illinois average, a striking rate). Short-stay residents struggled with re-hospitalization at 40.7% (55% above state average) and community return at 46.6% (8% below state average).

The facility combines urban walkability and long-term Medicaid capacity with documented staffing hours and mental health outcome pressures.

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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.

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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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Frequently Asked Questions about Memory Care in Chicago, IL

What is the average cost of memory care in Chicago, IL?

The average monthly cost of memory care in Chicago, IL is approximately $5,500. Actual rates vary by community, level of care, and floorplan.

What is the price range for memory care in Chicago, IL?

Memory care in Chicago, IL typically ranges from $4,500–$7,000 per month, depending on the community, room type, and care needs.

What is the typical staff-to-resident ratio at memory care communities in Chicago, IL?

Memory care communities in Chicago, IL typically operate with a staff-to-resident ratio in the range of 1:5–1:8.

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.

Does Illinois Medicaid cover memory care?

Illinois Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for memory care, 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 memory care?

Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia, with secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and routines built to reduce confusion and wandering.

How many memory care communities are listed on this page?

This page features 46 memory care communities in Chicago, IL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.