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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, LLC | 5 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 308 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#1 / 308 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#1 / 308 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#257 / 308 | 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. Charles | 3 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 308 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#1 / 308 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#1 / 308 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#207 / 308 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Sunrise of 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.
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. | Naperville (Naperville Park District) | 76
Facility
76
IL AVG
87
Rank
#199 / 426 | Yes |
33
Facility
33
IL AVG
51
Rank
#470 / 648 | 45
Facility
45
IL AVG
12
Rank
#9 / 261 | A- | Al I/Naperville Senior Housing Opco, LLC | 9 | 4
Facility
4
IL AVG
7
Rank
#168 / 308 | 0.4
Facility
0.4
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#139 / 308 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#185 / 308 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#207 / 308 | 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, LLC | 9 | 4
Facility
4
IL AVG
7
Rank
#168 / 308 | 0.4
Facility
0.4
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#139 / 308 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#95 / 308 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#139 / 308 | 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 Creek | 6 | 24
Facility
24
IL AVG
7
Rank
#282 / 308 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#292 / 308 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#185 / 308 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#1 / 308 | 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, LLC | 24 | 122
Facility
122
IL AVG
7
Rank
#308 / 308 | 1.4
Facility
1.4
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#229 / 308 | 13
Facility
13
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#307 / 308 | 7
Facility
7
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#307 / 308 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Brighton Gardens 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.
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 (Surrey Woods) | 104
Facility
104
IL AVG
87
Rank
#123 / 426 | Yes |
66
Facility
66
IL AVG
51
Rank
#187 / 648 | 18
Facility
18
IL AVG
12
Rank
#75 / 261 | A+ | Sjv 1 St. Charles Opco LLC | 12 | 5
Facility
5
IL AVG
7
Rank
#200 / 308 | 0.4
Facility
0.4
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#139 / 308 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#185 / 308 | 5
Facility
5
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#292 / 308 | 1 Bed |
| Sunrise of Park Ridge |
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.
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. | Park Ridge (Ballard Road) | 110
Facility
110
IL AVG
87
Rank
#107 / 426 | Yes |
73
Facility
73
IL AVG
51
Rank
#142 / 648 | 27
Facility
27
IL AVG
12
Rank
#37 / 261 | A+ | Karrington Of Park Ridge Opco, LLC | 7 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
7
Rank
#152 / 308 | 0.4
Facility
0.4
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#139 / 308 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#185 / 308 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#139 / 308 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Trustwell Living Cherryvale Place |
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. | Rockford (Cherry Valley) | 98
Facility
98
IL AVG
87
Rank
#134 / 426 | No |
30
Facility
30
IL AVG
51
Rank
#495 / 648 | 9
Facility
9
IL AVG
12
Rank
#108 / 261 | A+ | Rockford Al/Mc, LLC | 3 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 308 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#1 / 308 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#1 / 308 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#139 / 308 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Harvester Place |
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. | Burr Ridge | 66
Facility
66
IL AVG
87
Rank
#225 / 426 | No |
37
Facility
37
IL AVG
51
Rank
#440 / 648 | 11
Facility
11
IL AVG
12
Rank
#101 / 261 | A+ | Anthem Burr Ridge Mangement, LLC | 12 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
7
Rank
#99 / 308 | 0.1
Facility
0.1
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#99 / 308 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#95 / 308 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#257 / 308 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Suite |
| Brighton Gardens of Wheaton |
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.
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. | Wheaton | 116
Facility
116
IL AVG
87
Rank
#96 / 426 | Yes |
59
Facility
59
IL AVG
51
Rank
#247 / 648 | 27
Facility
27
IL AVG
12
Rank
#37 / 261 | A+ | Sjv 1 Wheaton Opco LLC | 12 | 12
Facility
12
IL AVG
7
Rank
#261 / 308 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#199 / 308 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#185 / 308 | 5
Facility
5
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#292 / 308 | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Belmont Village Senior Living Buffalo Grove |
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. | Buffalo Grove | 116
Facility
116
IL AVG
87
Rank
#96 / 426 | Yes |
56
Facility
56
IL AVG
51
Rank
#272 / 648 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
12
Rank
#128 / 261 | A | Belmont Village Buffalo Grove, LLC | 12 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 308 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#1 / 308 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#239 / 308 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#1 / 308 | Studio / 1 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 Trust | 4 | 4
Facility
4
IL AVG
7
Rank
#168 / 308 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#199 / 308 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#1 / 308 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#139 / 308 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| New Perspective Senior Living | Long Grove |
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.
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. | Long Grove | 104
Facility
104
IL AVG
87
Rank
#123 / 426 | No |
1
Facility
1
IL AVG
51
Rank
#634 / 648 | 18
Facility
18
IL AVG
12
Rank
#75 / 261 | A+ | Well Npsl Tenant LLC | 6 | 4
Facility
4
IL AVG
7
Rank
#168 / 308 | 0.7
Facility
0.7
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#177 / 308 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#1 / 308 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#139 / 308 | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Waverly Inn Memory Care Community |
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. | Arlington Heights | 60
Facility
60
IL AVG
87
Rank
#257 / 426 | No |
68
Facility
68
IL AVG
51
Rank
#163 / 648 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
12
Rank
#128 / 261 | A- | Arlington Heights Memory Care, LLC | 8 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
7
Rank
#120 / 308 | 0.3
Facility
0.3
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#122 / 308 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#185 / 308 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#139 / 308 | Suite / Cottage |
Belmont Village Glenview is a respected senior living community in Golf Road, Glenview, IL, offering assisted living and memory care. Relax and enjoy a worry-free lifestyle with snug and sophisticated floor plans including studio and one-bedroom apartments, purposely built to meet seniors’ needs and preferences. The community prides itself on a compassionate and highly trained team delivering the utmost care and assistance 24/7.
The community was awarded US News and World Report’s Best Assisted Living and Best Memory Care in 2024, proving its excellence in delivering care and assistance. With a wide range of engaging activities and entertaining programs, seniors retain a blissful and active lifestyle. Committed to ensuring seniors’ well-being, the community caters to seniors’ dietary needs and satisfies their cravings with healthy and tasty meals. Belmont Village Glenview is a haven for seniors to spend fabulous golden years embraced by an inviting community and ethereal landscapes.
Lead a happy and self-directed lifestyle at Belmont Village Senior Living Oak Park, a thriving senior living community in Memphis, TN, offering assisted living and memory care. Featuring studio, 1- and 2-bedroom apartments, the community guarantees comfortable living spaces, complemented with an array of services, and amenities. With a licensed nurse and well-trained team available 24/7, and housekeeping services, residents are ensured a worry-free lifestyle knowing that support and assistance are easily available.
Invested in providing personalized care to its residents, the community provides professionally managed fitness centers with on-site therapy services, award-winning memory enrichment programs and a vibrant social activity calendar. With chef-prepared dining, an array of engaging activities, and a wealth of thoughtfully designed amenities, residents enjoy a vibrant lifestyle. Recognized as Best Memory Care by U.S. News and World Report, the community ensures residents dealing with memory loss are given outstanding care and support.
Bickford of Quincy presents a warm and welcoming home for its assisted living and memory care residents. Regardless of what kind of living option you are in, management and staff are guaranteed to provide resort-like accommodations with exceptional hospitality. The cozy home offers an environment where the holistic wellness of seniors is met. Bickford of Quincy strives to provide a comfortable lifestyle of everyday living for its assisted living seniors, making it an ideal place to call a new home.
An assisted living with memory care community expects Bickford’s management to promote its residents’ independence while receiving full daily support, housekeeping, transportation, individualized memory care training, and medication management.
Situated in Chicago Heights, Illinois, Prairie Green at Dixie Crossing is a welcoming senior living community, offering assisted living and memory care. Residents enjoy a welcoming, home atmosphere with a wide selection of studios and one-bedroom apartments. A team of skilled, experienced, and compassionate team members are available to assist residents 24/7 providing them peace of mind.
The community’s ideal location provides convenient access to a variety of stores, local restaurants, quality hospitals, and more. Residents enjoy a vibrant lifestyle with various socially stimulating activities. Plenty of inviting common spaces such as an art center, library, cards room, outdoor patios, salon, and business center, fosters exploration and making new connections. Delcios meals inspired by residents’ unique dietary needs and preferences fosters an enjoyable dining experience.
Senior Lifestyle offers a range of living options for seniors looking for the best care in Chicago. Their award-winning programs provide a hassle-free and enjoyable life for residents, while families can trust that their loved ones are receiving high caliber care. The home understands that every senior has unique lifestyles and needs, which is why they offer independent living, assisted living, and memory care options.
If additional support is required, Senior Lifestyle’s team can help. For those needing assisted living or memory care, Medicaid may be able to help cover the costs. The community also dedicated itself to providing a welcoming and supportive environment where every senior can live with dignity and respect. From cozy apartments to engaging activities, there’s something for everyone. It is truly worth experiencing the difference that Senior Lifestyle can make.
With over 100 years of experience in the field of senior care, Bethesda Rehab and Senior Care is a community that truly understands the aging process and is dedicated to providing the highest level of care to its residents. The community’s specially trained staff is committed to helping seniors achieve maximum independence, with ability-centered programming that promotes autonomy and self-expression. They offer a range of living options, from long term care to respite care, short term rehab, and Alzheimer’s and memory care services. They accept a variety of payment options, including Medicare, Medicaid, long term care insurance, and VA Aid and Assistance, making it accessible to all seniors who require its exceptional care.
Bethesda Rehab and Senior Care provides an extensive range of therapies and treatments to support its residents’ health and wellbeing. The community offers IV therapy, respiratory and orthopedic care, wound care, and cardiac care, along with physical, occupational, and speech therapy. With these services, residents can rest assured that their medical needs are being taken care of with the utmost attention and expertise. In keeping with its commitment to family-centered care, Bethesda Rehab and Senior Care offers family support services and welcomes visitors at any time. This allows seniors to stay connected with their loved ones.
Occupying a 141-bed facility at 2313 N Rockton Ave in Rockford’s North Rockton neighborhood, Amberwood Care Centre operates under private ownership through the Todd Stern 2015 Trust. The nursing home serves a population dominated by Medicare short-term rehabilitation residents, averaging 12-day stays, though it retains a core of long-term Medicaid residents. Strong local demand is evident in the 86.1 percent occupancy rate, well above the state average.
Clinically, the data reveals two distinct patterns. Long-stay residents demonstrate robust outcomes: high-risk clinical event rates run 47 percent better than the Illinois average, and functional decline trails state performance by 37 percent. Neither cost nor recent enforcement constraints the record; no federal penalties appear in the past three years. Six named programs: Stroke, Pulmonary, Cardiac, and Orthopedic Rehabilitation, Palliative Care, and Hospice, anchor the rehabilitation capacity.
Registered nurses provide only 24 minutes of care per resident per day, a 45 percent shortfall versus the state average; weekend RN presence drops to 19 minutes. Total nurse hours of 2 hours 37 minutes per day (16 percent below state) rely heavily on nurse aide coverage, which runs 5 percent above average. This staffing model corresponds to measurable psychiatric outcomes: 28 percent of long-stay residents receive antipsychotics (38 percent worse than state average), and 69.9 percent report depressive symptoms; 45 percent worse than the Illinois average. Short-stay discharge success is compromised: only 36.6 percent of rehabilitation residents return home versus 50.6 percent statewide.
Resident amenities include pet therapy, gardens, full dining options, housekeeping, laundry service, and technology access (internet, tablets, laptops).
The current payer mix reflects 68.5 percent Medicaid residents, with 29 percent private pay.
Amberwood’s rehabilitation programs and strong long-stay clinical stability suit patients able to accommodate nursing-light operations and facilities prioritizing cost containment over in-hospital-level RN coverage.
Golden Haven Senior Living – The Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois
Golden Haven Senior Living – the Hidden Gem in Addison, Illinois is a premier residential senior living community located in the Chicagoland area. As a boutique senior living community and a trusted provider in Illinois, Golden Haven Senior Living provides a home and family-like environment for seniors to live peacefully while flourishing in a new chapter of life. As a small residential assisted living community their dedicated staff provides 24/7 care as each resident receives tailored services for their specific needs and situation. Their caregivers to residents ratio is high compared to larger senior communities.
Providing multiple levels of care, residents looking for assisted living, or short-term respite stays will find all they need at this community. Other amenities provided by the team at Golden Haven Senior Living includes mind stimulating daily activities, nutritious home-cooked meals, regular family visits and outings, and top-notch caregiver support. Golden Haven Senior Living in addition to the above takes away all the burdens that are associated with caring for your elderly loved ones by arranging the needed transportation services, doctor’s appointments, therapy services, and podiatry services. It’s also worth noting that various dietary preferences are accommodated. An important emphasis from the team at Golden Haven Senior Living is providing support where needed whilst encouraging individualism in each resident. This strategy alongside their care plans and services has allowed them to become a trusted community.
Conveniently nestled in the serene area of Crete, IL, Wavebridge Senior Care Home provides a peaceful setting for assisted living. It caters to residents needing additional support with their daily activities to help them maintain their freedom and independence. Whether you need personal care assistance or support with your medications, the community ensures you are well-cared for and comfortable in your cozy accommodation.
The community is designed to offer an intimate, residential-like environment that fosters meaningful and close-knit relationships. With the help of a friendly care team, residents here can enjoy their best years with peace of mind. Wavebridge Senior Care Home also provides access to an array of amenities designed to further improve everyone’s living experience.
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.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these memory care communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
01
Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
02
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
03
Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
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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 Illinois
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 251 memory care communities in Illinois. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right memory care 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 memory care 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.
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