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Last updated
May 2026
We analyzed
200 homes in Illinois

Sources: CMS Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, and Illinois Department of Health, Office of Aging and Long Term Care.

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Sunrise of Schaumburg
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

HC

Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Schaumburg
82
Facility 82
IL AVG 87
Rank #175 / 426
Yes
52
Facility 52
IL AVG 51
Rank #310 / 648
25
Facility 25
IL AVG 12
Rank #50 / 261
A+Sunrise Schaumburg Assisted Living, LLC5
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 303
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 303
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 303
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #252 / 303
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
River Glen of St. Charles
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

St. Charles
78
Facility 78
IL AVG 87
Rank #192 / 426
Yes
45
Facility 45
IL AVG 51
Rank #380 / 648
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 12
Rank #128 / 261
A-River Glen Of St. Charles3
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 303
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 303
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 303
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #202 / 303
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Vernon Hills
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Vernon Hills (North Milwaukee Avenue)
90
Facility 90
IL AVG 87
Rank #154 / 426
Yes
25
Facility 25
IL AVG 51
Rank #529 / 648
48
Facility 48
IL AVG 12
Rank #2 / 261
A+S-H Opco Park At Vernon Hills, LLC9
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #182 / 303
0.4
Facility 0.4
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #147 / 303
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #99 / 303
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #134 / 303
Studio / 1 Bed
GreenFields of Geneva
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Geneva
77
Facility 77
IL AVG 87
Rank #197 / 426
Yes
6
Facility 6
IL AVG 51
Rank #610 / 648
14
Facility 14
IL AVG 12
Rank #93 / 261
A+Nfp Friendship Village Of Mill Creek6
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #182 / 303
0.7
Facility 0.7
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #189 / 303
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #189 / 303
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #1 / 303
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Encore Village of Schaumburg
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Schaumburg
109
Facility 109
IL AVG 87
Rank #113 / 426
Yes
58
Facility 58
IL AVG 51
Rank #253 / 648
52
Facility 52
IL AVG 12
Rank #1 / 261
A+Il Ccrc, LLC24
122
Facility 122
IL AVG 7
Rank #303 / 303
1.4
Facility 1.4
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #242 / 303
13
Facility 13
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #302 / 303
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #302 / 303
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Church Creek
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Arlington Heights
69
Facility 69
IL AVG 87
Rank #221 / 426
Yes
40
Facility 40
IL AVG 51
Rank #418 / 648
28
Facility 28
IL AVG 12
Rank #33 / 261
A+Sptmrt Properties Trust4
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #182 / 303
1.0
Facility 1.0
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #213 / 303
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 303
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #134 / 303
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Cordia Senior Residence
IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

Westmont (North Cass Avenue)
116
Facility 116
IL AVG 87
Rank #96 / 426
Yes
62
Facility 62
IL AVG 51
Rank #218 / 648
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 12
Rank #128 / 261
A+Westmont Operator, LLC & Intercontinental Us Real Estate Fun7
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #182 / 303
0.6
Facility 0.6
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #177 / 303
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #99 / 303
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #202 / 303
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Vernon Hills
50
Facility 50
IL AVG 87
Rank #296 / 426
Yes
64
Facility 64
IL AVG 51
Rank #201 / 648
48
Facility 48
IL AVG 12
Rank #2 / 261
A+Blc-The Willows, LLC3
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 303
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 303
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #99 / 303
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #134 / 303
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Carrington at Lincolnwood
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Lincolnwood (Northeast Parkway)
132
Facility 132
IL AVG 87
Rank #74 / 426
Yes
58
Facility 58
IL AVG 51
Rank #253 / 648
8
Facility 8
IL AVG 12
Rank #113 / 261
A+The Carrington At Lincolnwood LLC9
11
Facility 11
IL AVG 7
Rank #273 / 303
1.2
Facility 1.2
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #230 / 303
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #99 / 303
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #202 / 303
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
StoryPoint Naperville
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Naperville (Naperville Park District)
47
Facility 47
IL AVG 87
Rank #311 / 426
Yes
53
Facility 53
IL AVG 51
Rank #299 / 648
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 12
Rank #128 / 261
A-504 North River Tenant LLC7
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 303
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 303
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #189 / 303
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #202 / 303
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
New Perspective Senior Living Silvis
MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Silvis
61
Facility 61
IL AVG 87
Rank #252 / 426
Yes
40
Facility 40
IL AVG 51
Rank #418 / 648
18
Facility 18
IL AVG 12
Rank #75 / 261
A+Hcri Illinois Properties, LLC6
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 7
Rank #106 / 303
0.2
Facility 0.2
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #122 / 303
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #99 / 303
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #202 / 303
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Vi at The Glen
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

Glenview
36
Facility 36
IL AVG 87
Rank #373 / 426
No
52
Facility 52
IL AVG 51
Rank #310 / 648
39
Facility 39
IL AVG 12
Rank #19 / 261
A+Cc-Lake, Inc.3
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 303
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 303
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 303
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #1 / 303
1 Bed / 2 Bed / Villa
StoryPoint Libertyville
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

MC

Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Libertyville
45
Facility 45
IL AVG 87
Rank #323 / 426
Yes
42
Facility 42
IL AVG 51
Rank #403 / 648
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 12
Rank #128 / 261
A-901 Florsheim Tenant LLC6
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 303
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 303
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #243 / 303
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #134 / 303
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

Chicago (Uptown)
72
Facility 72
IL AVG 87
Rank #213 / 426
No
92
Facility 92
IL AVG 51
Rank #28 / 648
18
Facility 18
IL AVG 12
Rank #75 / 261
A+The Selfhelp Home, Inc.2
25
Facility 25
IL AVG 7
Rank #292 / 303
12.5
Facility 12.5
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #303 / 303
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #1 / 303
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #134 / 303
Studio / 1 Bed
Brookdale Lake View
AL

Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.

IL

Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.

Chicago (Lake View East)
41
Facility 41
IL AVG 87
Rank #345 / 426
No
90
Facility 90
IL AVG 51
Rank #40 / 648
48
Facility 48
IL AVG 12
Rank #2 / 261
A+Blc-Kenwood Of Lake View, LLC5
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 303
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.9
Rank #1 / 303
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.6
Rank #99 / 303
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.2
Rank #134 / 303
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
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Overview of Senior Suites South Shore

Tucked away in the vibrant neighborhood of Chicago, IL, Senior Suites South Shore is a welcoming senior living community, offering engaging independent living. With comfortably-designed apartments, residents find utmost relaxation and comfort. A team of dedicated team members are available to provide compassionate support any time of the day.

At Senior Suites South Shore, residents can look forward to fulfilling days and a bright senior lifestyle with a well-curated calendar of activities and plethora of amenities. Residents enjoy plenty of spacious community rooms with televisions and movies, comfortable seating for socializing with friends, and an outdoor patio for relaxation. An emergency call system and secured entry system adds to residents’ security and peace of mind.

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Overview of Greencastle of North Aurora

Make every moment of your best years at Greencastle of North Aurora, an outstanding community in North Aurora, IL, offering independent living. 60 specially designed and sophisticated accommodations are provided in a vibrant and welcoming environment, ensuring residents can feel at ease during their stay. Residents also have easy access to their necessities with thriving local amenities nearby.

With a jam-packed calendar of fun recreational activities and enriching programs, residents are encouraged to live actively and maintain social connections. Delightful restaurants also surround the area, providing residents with plenty of dining options that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. Residents enjoy the best of their golden years with the community’s state-of-the-art amenities.

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Overview of Peterson Meadows Expansion

Situated in Rockford, IL, Peterson Meadows is an exceptional senior living community providing independent living. Featuring diverse floor plans including single-family homes, duplex homes, and apartments, seniors enjoy a luxurious and safe retirement. Live life to the fullest and reach your full potential with Peterson Meadows handling the mundane activities in the daily.

Peterson Meadows strives to improve seniors’ quality of life, utilizing a community-based living calendar to ensure seniors remain active and socially engaged. With various activities to participate in such as card games, live music, and outside trips, residents enjoy new endeavors and relive old interests. The community is conveniently located near local amenities making it easier for seniors to come with friends on local trips and access their necessities.

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Overview of Rock River Healthcare

Operating as a two-story nursing home at 707 West Riverside Boulevard in Rockford’s West Riverside Boulevard neighborhood, Rock River Healthcare manages 130 beds across nursing home, memory care, hospice, and respite care units. Owner SMF Healthcare LLC has operated the facility for 31 years under Administrator Judith Zbinden. The community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private-pay residents and currently operates at 56.9% occupancy; notably below the Illinois state average. The average resident stay spans 131 days.

The facility holds a 2-star overall CMS rating, 36.5% below state average. Health inspection performance is 2 stars, 34.2% below the Illinois benchmark.

Staffing carries a 1-star rating, 39.9% below state standard. Adjusted nursing hours total only 2 hours per resident daily; ranked 154th of 167 facilities statewide and representing 49% below state average. Registered nurses provide 28 minutes per resident daily (36% below state average), while weekend RN coverage drops to 10 minutes (71% below state norm). The staff-to-resident ratio of 0.78:1 underperforms the state average of 1.80:1 by 56%, indicating critically low staffing levels.

Quality Measures rate 1 star, 37.3% below state average. Pressure ulcer prevalence reaches 11.8% in long-stay residents; 124% worse than state benchmark. Depressive symptoms affect 87.3% of long-stay residents, 82% above state rates. Hospitalization rates run 92% worse than peers at 3.94 per 1,000 resident days.

Short-stay rehabilitation shows concerning outcomes: emergency department visits hit 27.1%; 94% worse than state average and return to home rate reaches only 30.3%, 40% below state norm.

Inspection findings show 38 regulatory deficiencies since 2022 (443% above state average of 7), including substantiated physical abuse between residents, medication administration errors leading to seizure events, widespread wound and pressure ulcer care failures, dehydration from missed hydration orders, and unauthorized searches and confiscation of resident belongings. One prior inspection identified immediate jeopardy conditions.

Federal fines total $72,000 with one 7-day Medicare/Medicaid payment denial imposed in 2023.

Walk score of 60 reflects moderate walkability; the nearest hospital sits 3.53 miles distant.

Rock River Healthcare’s profile reflects severe staffing constraints, substantially elevated regulatory compliance violations, and quality outcomes significantly below state standards across clinical and safety domains.

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Overview of Meadowbrook Bolingbrook

Ideally located in the tranquil grounds of West Remington Boulevard, Bolingbrook, IL, is the outstanding senior living community of Meadowbrook Bolingbrook that provides post-hospital rehabilitation, memory care, long-term care, and respite care. Featuring specialized care programs including wound management, orthopedic rehabilitation, and pulmonary rehab, the community ensures seniors receive the utmost care and assistance for their every need. Moreover, a kind and responsible team cares for seniors around the clock to ensure their comfort and safety.

Promoting a vibrant and inviting environment, the community conducts fun events and stimulating activities to keep residents happy and well. With AMITA Bolingbrook Hospital nearby, the community ensures residents’ medical needs are easily accessible. Meadowbrook Bolingbrook is great for seniors looking for supplementary care without restraining their freedom.

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Overview of The Pearl of Orchard Valley

The Pearl of Orchard Valley is a nursing home in Aurora, IL, that offers comprehensive care options, including long-term care, memory care, rehabilitation, and in-house dialysis. The community also ensures older adults are well-cared for with its supportive and welcoming environment. Therapy services, respite care, and 24-hour support are among the exceptional services provided to meet residents’ needs and preferences. Focusing on residents’ welfare, the community seamlessly combines compassionate care and clinical excellence.

Chess, light exercises, and fun gatherings provide residents with more opportunities to interact with friends and live actively. State-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment and spacious gathering areas are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Restaurants, a bank, shops, bus stops, and green spaces also surround the area, ensuring a laid-back and convenient lifestyle. This nursing home has high standards of care, making it a great choice for senior living in Illinois.

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Overview of Elevate Care South Holland

Elevate Care South Holland is an esteemed senior living community located in the peaceful residential grounds of Wausau Avenue, South Holland, IL, providing a wide range of care services including skilled nursing, respiratory care, chronic disease management, comprehensive rehab, wound care, and memory care. The community also offers in-house dialysis for seniors who require it to ensure their convenience. A team of compassionate and well-trained professionals cares for seniors’ special needs and aspirations to ensure they thrive and live their lives to the fullest.

The community promotes a bright and friendly environment, encouraging residents to mingle with friends and maintain an active lifestyle. Here, families can rest their minds knowing their loved ones are well-cared for. Elevate Care South Holland is a good place for seniors to make every moment of their best years count.

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Overview of Westbrook Senior Living

Enjoy a seamless transition for your evolving needs in Westbrook Senior Living, a trusted community in Streamwood, IL that offers various care options. With access to independent living, assisted living, and memory care under one campus, residents don’t have to move to another community for their needs. Everyone here is offered personalized care plans designed to maximize their independence and abilities for a fulfilling living experience.

Indulge in your passions with a diverse array of activities, programs, and purposeful projects offered in the community. Dining here is an experience to look forward to with an excellent culinary and beverage team that curates culinary delights. Amenities like a wellness center, salon, library, and theater are also available for a complete retirement experience.

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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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Oak Trace

270 Village Dr, Downers Grove, IL 60516
Overview of Oak Trace

Fostering a bright and friendly environment, Oak Trace settling in the quiet grounds of Village Drive, Downers, Grove, IL, is a trusted continuing care retirement community that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Keep your peace of mind with a kind and compassionate team helping you with your daily activities and needs. Live in comfort and convenience with various care options available in Oak Trace.

Stay active and well-connected with a jam-packed calendar of carefully curated fun activities that focus on residents’ interests and strengths. Oak Trace strives to provide a safe place for seniors to feel a sense of belonging within its premises. Amenities include an art studio, a library, a fitness center, and serene walking paths.

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  • 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Illinois

What is independent living?

Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.

How many independent living communities are listed on this page?

This page features 200 independent living communities in Illinois. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right independent living community in Illinois?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Illinois, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in Illinois?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.