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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: 109The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Illinois. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90
Overview of Sunrise of Naperville North

Sunrise of Naperville North is not just an assisted living building. It’s assisted living, memory care, hospice coordination, and respite care, all under one roof, in Naperville, Illinois. If your parent starts in assisted living and later needs memory care, they don’t have to pack up and move somewhere new. They just… move down the hall, basically.

The building is three stories, 77 beds, with studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom layouts. Eighteen years in operation. A place that’s been running that long has usually figured out its systems.

Because memory care lives here too, the staff get specialized training for it, and someone’s on that team 24/7. Not “business hours.” Actually around the clock. There’s also hospice coordination and respite care, so if a family needs short-term coverage, or end-of-life support, that’s built into what this place already does, not something they’d have to go find elsewhere.

Small, practical stuff: you can bring your pet. There’s transportation service and recreation and fitness options on-site. I know that sounds minor next to “memory care training,” but ask anyone who’s actually moved a parent into assisted living, the small stuff is what makes the first few weeks bearable or miserable.

Walk Score here is 49; somewhat walkable. You could walk to a few things nearby, but you’re mostly going to need a car, or lean on that transportation service. Naperville’s city center is a few miles out.

On the regulatory side: Illinois inspects assisted living communities on things like care planning, documentation, and fall or injury prevention.
What you get is a community built for continuity: one address that can carry a resident from assisted living through memory care, hospice, or respite, without a change in zip code.

Type of Care Available

Assisted Living Hospice Care Memory Care Respite Care

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Overview of Sunrise of Palos Park

Sunrise of Palos Park is a blissful senior living community settling in the serene neighborhood of South LaGrange Road, Palos Park, IL, that offers assisted living, memory care, short-term stays, and hospice coordination. With the seniors’ comfort and safety in mind, the community provides various pet-friendly floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, and companion suites. Keep worries at bay and enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle with a compassionate and skilled team lending support 24 hours a day.

The community promotes an innovative environment, providing seniors and their families with a diversity of applications to enhance their quality of life. Fun-filled activities and several learning opportunities are conducted for seniors to remain actively engaged with their surroundings. Enjoy delectable, healthy meals served to satisfy residents’ tastes and dietary needs. Sunrise of Palos Park is an ideal place to live your golden years in comfort and style with its ethereal campus brimming with fabulous amenities including a sun porch and serene courtyard.

Type of Care Available

Assisted Living Hospice Care Memory Care

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Overview of Adams Pointe Senior Living

Set in the quiet neighborhood of North 48th Street, Quincy, IL, is the distinguished senior living community of Adams Pointe Senior Living by Americare that features a wide array of living options including assisted living, memory care, respite, adult day club, hospice, home health care, and rehabilitation. Have a relaxing time with the beautiful and safe accommodations of Adams Pointe in various private and semi-private studio and one-bedroom floor plans. With 24-hour care and support from a respectful and highly skilled team, seniors let go of their worries and enjoy every moment of their best years.

Committed to enhancing residents’ well-being, the community provides opportunities for seniors to engage in enjoyable classes and participate in exciting trips. Moreover, the community serves delightful and healthy dining options to ensure residents meet their dietary needs and satisfy their cravings. Adams Pointe is ideal for seniors seeking to experience the retirement of their dreams while receiving the utmost assistance for their ever-changing needs.

Type of Care Available

Adult Day Care Assisted Living Hospice Care Memory Care Respite Care

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Overview of Sunrise of Flossmoor

Located on Governors Highway, Sunrise of Flossmoor is an assisted living community in Flossmoor, Illinois, that offers personal care. With accommodations for 63 residents in a two-story setting, it offers studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suites. Situated in a suburban area with a Walk Score of 53, some nearby destinations are accessible on foot, while most errands require a short drive.

On the other hand, state inspections have identified areas requiring continued attention related to resident care practices, documentation, and staff training. Discussing how these findings have been addressed and learning about the community’s quality assurance processes can help families make a more informed decision.

However, publicly available information provides limited details about staffing, dining, amenities, daily activities, or specialized programs. As a result, families are encouraged to ask about care routines, meal services, recreational opportunities, and additional support available when touring the community.

Type of Care Available

Assisted Living Hospice Care Memory Care

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Overview of Sunrise of Buffalo Grove

Located in the peaceful neighborhood of West Half Day Road, Buffalo Grove, IL, Sunrise of Buffalo Grove is an extraordinary senior living community providing a wide selection of living options. These include assisted living, memory, care, short-term stays, and hospice coordination. The community features sophisticated and well-built floor plans including studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom apartments, and companion suites. Keep your worries at bay with maintenance and housekeeping handled by a caring, compassionate, and highly skilled team.

Sunrise of Buffalo Grove doubles its efforts to provide residents with customized care to ensure their specific needs are taken care of. Focusing on seniors’ strengths and interests, the community conducts fun activities and learning opportunities to maintain their happiness and well-being. Join friends and find comfort with freshly prepared meals to satisfy your tastes and dietary needs. Sunrise of Buffalo Grove is an ideal place for relaxation and wellness, giving seniors inspiring and fulfilled golden years.

Type of Care Available

Assisted Living Hospice Care Memory Care

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Overview of Sunrise at Fountain Square

Sunrise at Fountain Square is a senior living community conveniently located in Lombard, IL, offering a variety of senior living options and services, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, short-term stays, terrace club, and hospice coordination. The community, which is renowned for providing excellent care, has been named Best Assisted Living by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Senior Living rankings for 2024, guaranteeing that residents get outstanding care and assistance.

Sunrise at Fountain Square is committed to making its residents’ lives better by providing a maintenance-free living full of interesting events and delectable food. The community offers numerous amenities, such as activity rooms, weekly housekeeping, scheduled transportation, cafe, pet-friendly surroundings, 24-hour trained staff, and monthly wellness visits, and a family engagement app. Residents also benefit from Wi-Fi access and the innovative Sunrise CareConnect system, ensuring coordinated and personalized care.

Type of Care Available

Assisted Living Hospice Care Independent Living Memory Care

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Overview of Carriage Crossing Senior Living of Taylorville

With 46 beds, Carriage Crossing Senior Living of Taylorville, now known as High Point Residence Taylorville, is an assisted living community in Taylorville, Illinois, that specializes in memory care. The community can accommodate both short-term respite and long-term care, as reflected in its average length of stay of 125 days. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are also accepted, providing families with multiple payment options.

The community provides care for those living with Alzheimer’s and dementia through its INSPYRE Memory Care program. Moreover, older adults receive around-the-clock care based on individualized care plans developed in partnership with their families. An average of 2 hours and 37 minutes of daily nursing support is provided per resident, which includes support from registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nurse aides.

Physical therapy, housekeeping, laundry, chauffeured transportation, nutritional support, and assistance with activities of daily living are also provided. Additionally, regular social activities, a media room, nutritious meals, and a pet-friendly environment are available to help older adults remain active while enjoying familiar companionship and supportive services.

Since opening, the community has completed several state inspections. Although one complaint investigation identified a significant resident safety issue, corrective measures were promptly implemented, and a follow-up review confirmed compliance with applicable regulations.

Types of Care Available

Assisted Living Hospice Care Independent Living Memory Care Respite Care

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Overview of Avantara Long Grove

Avantara Long Grove is a place where the beauty of nature meets exceptional care. They provide top-notch post-hospital services in Lake County, along with luxurious amenities that offer residents an unmatched level of comfort. Their advanced rehabilitation services are equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and facilities, full-time therapists, and highly skilled caregivers, ensuring that residents receive the best care possible. In addition to their specialized care, they offer oncology services, wound care, post-surgical rehabilitation, and more. 
Residents can enjoy an active or laid-back lifestyle, with sound-proofed homes that reduce outside noise and promote quality rest. On-site salon services are available for pampering and helping residents to look and feel their best, while high-speed Wi-Fi and private and semi-private suites add to the exceptional experience. The food at Avantara Long Grove is not only nourishing but also inspiring, with fresh ingredients prepared throughout the day. It’s a place where residents can appreciate the attention to detail and genuine care that goes into everything they do.

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Overview of Carriage Crossing Senior Living of Bloomington

Offering a picturesque senior lifestyle just minutes from the Carle BroMenn and OSF St. Joseph Medical Centers, Carriage Crossing Bloomington is a remarkable senior living community based in Bloomington, IL. The community offers a range of senior living options, including assisted living, memory care, respite care, and hospice care. Residents are guaranteed a comfy and safe living space with thoughtfully designed apartments and round the clock assistance and monitoring by a well-trained and dedicated team.

The community works closely with its residents and their families in creating a personalized care plan which may include assistance with daily living activities, memory care services, or compassionate end-of-life support. Residents also revel in an array of amenities, including restaurant-style dining, salon & spa services, chauffeured transportation and laundry & housekeeping services for a maintenance-free living. Common areas like a fitness center, a cafe, and outdoor courtyard fosters relaxation or socialization.

Types of Care Available

Assisted Living Hospice Care Memory Care

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Overview of Mayfield Care Rehab Center

Mayfield Care Rehab Center, a 156-bed skilled nursing facility at 5905 W Washington Blvd in Chicago’s Austin neighborhood, operates in a very walkable urban setting (Walk Score 81) under private ownership. The facility has served residents for 42 years. President Moshe Wolf leads operations.

The census comprises primarily Medicaid residents (91.3% of current census, 79% of new admissions) with average stays of 237 days, reflecting a long-term care model. Medicare admits 14% of new residents; private pay accounts for 7%.

CMS ratings across the board are 1 star: overall, health inspection, staffing, and quality measures all fall 6–70% below Illinois averages. Nursing hours total 2h 34m per resident per day, 35% below the state benchmark, with RN presence at 13 minutes daily (70% below state) and weekend RN hours at 9 minutes (74% below). The facility employs 14 RNs, 73 LPNs, and 139 CNAs. Staffing deficiencies persist despite a payroll investment of 68.9% of revenue and 47% better staff-to-resident ratios than state average.

Regulatory inspection records since 2023 reveal systemic, unresolved safety failures. Eighty deficiencies (1043% above the state average) include 3 critical and 9 serious citations; the facility ranks 157th of 157 Illinois facilities. Federal penalties total $400,000 (worst in the state) with 6 payment denials imposed since August 2023.

September’s inspection documented an unstageable pressure ulcer (14cm x 18.5cm x 3.5cm depth) from failure to implement adequate care planning and repositioning, requiring hospitalization and surgery.

December 2024 investigations substantiated physical abuse: a resident tied to bed rails with a pillowcase without physician authorization or consent, and verbal abuse by CNAs.

March 2025 findings documented staff failure to notify a physician of a resident’s fall and change in condition, delaying hospital transfer; three staff were terminated for this gross misconduct.

Wound care failures have resulted in hospitalizations and Stage IV pressure ulcers. Medication errors, inadequate staffing, food safety violations, and delayed abuse reporting appear across multiple inspection cycles. Corrective actions have been taken, including staff terminations, but deficiencies persist.

Financial statements show an operating loss of $3.2 million (2023) with declining margins. Eighty-eight percent of long-stay residents experience depressive symptoms (83% worse than state average).

Mayfield Care’s combination of minimal staffing hours, pervasive regulatory violations, substantiated abuse incidents, inadequate clinical oversight, and financial distress presents substantial risk. Comprehensive independent assessment is essential before considering placement.

Type of Care Available

Hospice Care Nursing Home Palliative Care Respite Care Skilled Nursing

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Frequently Asked Questions

What government services provide money for senior housing?

Several government programs offer financial assistance for senior housing in various countries, focusing on the United States for a broad overview:

  • Medicaid: Medicaid is a state and federally funded program that can cover the costs of nursing home care for those who meet eligibility criteria, including income and asset limits. Some states also offer Medicaid waivers that help pay for home and community-based services to prevent or delay nursing home placement.
  • Medicare: Medicare, primarily a health insurance program for people aged 65 and over, does not cover long-term housing costs. However, it can cover short-term stays in a skilled nursing facility under specific conditions following a hospital stay.
  • Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly Program: This program provides housing for low-income seniors. It offers rental assistance and access to supportive services, such as cleaning, cooking, and transportation.
  • Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Properties: While not a direct subsidy, LIHTC encourages developers to create affordable housing. Seniors with low incomes can find reduced-rent apartments through this program.
  • State and Local Programs: Many states, counties, and cities offer their own programs to assist seniors with housing costs. These can include property tax relief programs, rental assistance programs, and programs that offer affordable senior housing options.
  • Veterans Affairs (VA): The VA offers several programs for veterans, including the Aid and Attendance benefit, which provides monthly payments to veterans who require the aid of another person, or are housebound, to help cover the cost of care in homes, nursing homes, and assisted living facilities.
  • Social Security: While Social Security primarily provides retirement income, for many seniors, these benefits are a crucial part of their budget, including housing costs.
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Before recommending homes, we conduct a thorough evaluation on crucial factors that define a senior home such as the quality of care they provide, the reputation of the organization, and a comprehensive review of community testimonials as well. Every detail is assessed to assure that seniors are offered not just senior care options, but trustworthy homes where they can experience the care that they deserve.

Do you help families that need Medicaid?

Yes. Assisting families who need Medicaid is important to us as it plays a crucial role in offering financial support to seniors confronting economic challenges. We would like to keep essential healthcare services accessible to all community members, irrespective of one’s financial circumstances.

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