Brookdale at Home® Lake Shore Drive

Overview of Brookdale at Home® Lake Shore Drive

Based in North Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, Brookdale at Home Lake Shore Drive is an extraordinary private in-home care provider offering companion care, personal care, and respite care. The community goes above and beyond in providing care and assistance to seniors and their families. With a compassionate, reliable, and trusted team of caregivers, Brookdale at Home Lake Shore Drive promises to deliver the utmost care that seniors deserve.

Brookdale at Home Lake Shore Drive ensures seniors are well taken care of and respected for them to feel at ease at the comforts of their homes. Enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle with housekeeping and other mundane activities handled by the team. Brookdale at Home Lake Shore Drive delivers care and assistance for seniors who need it without any qualifications.

Bed community size
20-bed community Rank #395 / 418Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 395th out of 418 homes we track in Illinois for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Illinois facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
Years in operation
1 year in operation Rank #125 / 185Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 125th out of 185 homes we track in Illinois for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Illinois facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 87 / 100 Rank #55 / 634Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 55th out of 634 homes we track in Illinois for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Illinois facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living/Shared Housing Establishment
IssuanceMarch 21, 2025
CountyCook
License Number5102378

Ownership & Operating Entity

Brookdale at Home® Lake Shore Drive is legally operated by Blc The Hallmark LLC.

Type Of Units

Permanent Units
20 units
Total beds
20 units

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Additional Services

2 services
Continuing Care Retirement Communities
At Home Care

Contact Information

Amenities & Lifestyle

Pet Friendly
Fitness Center
Transportation
Library
Concierge
Outings
Bistro
Café
Salon
Courtyard
Garden
Gardening
Game Room
Dining
Arts & Crafts
Walking Paths
Swimming Pool
Movie Theater
Housekeeping
Laundry

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Inspection History

In Illinois, the Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation conducts annual unannounced surveys to assess compliance with state and federal healthcare facility standards.

Since 2025 · 1 year of data These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 0 deficiencies 8 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Illinois state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2025 vs. Illinois state average
Overall vs. IL average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (100% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityIL Averagevs. IL Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 07 This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (0 vs. IL avg 7).↓ 100% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityIL Averagevs. IL Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 89 This facility has had 11% fewer total inspections than the Illinois average (8 vs. IL avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 11% fewer

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Address 3.6 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Chicago's city center to Brookdale at Home® Lake Shore Drive's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.12 miles to nearest hospital (Ascension Saint Joseph - Chicago)

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Financial Assistance for
Home Care in Illinois

Brookdale at Home® Lake Shore Drive is located in Chicago, Illinois.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Illinois.

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Community Care Program

Illinois CCP

Age 60+
General Illinois resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,215/month individual
Asset Limits $17,500 individual, excludes home, car
IL

High demand in urban areas; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/day) Adult day services ($65/day) Emergency home response systems ($30/month)

Illinois Respite Program

IL Respite (via NFCSP)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Illinois resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
IL

Limited slots; urban/rural balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$65/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Supportive Living Program (SLP)

Illinois Medicaid Supportive Living Program

Age 65+ or 22-64 with disability
General Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs moderate assistance (not nursing home-level).
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
IL

~200 SLP sites statewide; room/board not covered.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, mobility) Meals Housekeeping Medication management Respite (~240 hours/year)

Persons Who Are Elderly Waiver

Illinois Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+
General Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IL

Part of HealthChoice Illinois; consumer-directed options available.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., dressing, eating) Homemaker Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Home mods ($1,000 avg.)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Illinois Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Illinois resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
IL

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Illinois Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Illinois resident, in approved facility, SSI recipient or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IL

~$50-$500/month based on facility type.

Benefits
Cash (~$50-$500/month) for room/board in personal care homes or SLFs

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Illinois VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Illinois resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
IL

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Brookdale at Home® Lake Shore Drive

What neighborhood is Brookdale at Home® Lake Shore Drive in?

Brookdale at Home® Lake Shore Drive is in the Lake View East neighborhood of Chicago.

Who is the owner of Brookdale at Home® Lake Shore Drive?

Brookdale at Home® Lake Shore Drive is legally operated by Blc The Hallmark LLC.

Is Brookdale at Home® Lake Shore Drive in a walkable area?

Brookdale at Home® Lake Shore Drive has a walk score of 87. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Brookdale at Home® Lake Shore Drive?

According to IL state health department records, Brookdale at Home® Lake Shore Drive's license number is 5102378.

How long has Brookdale at Home® Lake Shore Drive been in business?

Brookdale at Home® Lake Shore Drive has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Brookdale at Home® Lake Shore Drive?

No, Brookdale at Home® Lake Shore Drive has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for Brookdale at Home® Lake Shore Drive?

The team at Brookdale at Home® Lake Shore Drive can be reached at kmullaghy@brookdale.com.

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