Constitution House

Constitution House

Overview of Constitution House

Make the most of your best years at Constitution House, a distinct community in Aurora, IL, offering independent living. Those 62+ can find the accommodation that best suits their preferences with beautifully furnished and cozy floor plans. Maintenance services and laundry spaces are also provided, so residents have a hassle-free lifestyle.

Residents can spend their days as they please with fun recreational activities and exciting events. With delightful local amenities and leisure sites nearby, residents have easy access to their needs and leisure opportunities. A community room with a kitchen is also available, allowing residents to enjoy mealtimes that cater to their dietary needs and preferences. The community is ideal for those seeking independence in retirement.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs. 232 Rank #12 / 379Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 12th out of 379 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.

High-capacity home · May provide extensive amenities, services and programs.

Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #302 / 585Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 302nd out of 585 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.
50 / 100

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Safety FeaturesOn-call emergency maintenance.

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Additional Policies & Features

Admission CriteriaIncome-eligible persons, age 62 years and older.
Minimum Age62+

Amenities & Lifestyle

Library
Dining
Courtyard
Patio
Transportation
Laundry
ActivitiesActivities such as cards, music, potluck and catered dinners, and educational and social programs are provided
Volunteer Program
Touring HoursMonday - Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm

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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Parking Available

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Address 2.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Aurora's city center to Constitution House's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the IL Dept. of Public Health (IDPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of citations (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of citations this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total citations ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Constitution House
IL
Aurora
232
Facility 232
IL AVG 80
Rank #12 / 379
No
50
Facility 50
IL AVG 51
Rank #302 / 585
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Bardwell Residences
IL
AL
MC
RC
Aurora
37
Facility 37
IL AVG 80
Rank #319 / 379
Yes
56
Facility 56
IL AVG 51
Rank #245 / 585
Fox Valley Developers, LLC4
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 7
Rank #120 / 276
0.8
Facility 0.8
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #109 / 276
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 3
Rank #142 / 315
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #222 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Plum Landing Retirement Community
IL
Aurora-No
52
Facility 52
IL AVG 51
Rank #281 / 585
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Sunnymere
IL
AL
RESC
Aurora-No
38
Facility 38
IL AVG 51
Rank #398 / 585
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The Lakes and Superior at Waterford
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Aurora-No
38
Facility 38
IL AVG 51
Rank #398 / 585
------2 Bed

Rank badges are statewide: each community is ranked against every IL community we track that reports that metric, not just the 5 on this page. See how we rank facilities

Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Illinois

Constitution House is located in Aurora, 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 Constitution House

Is Constitution House in a walkable area?

Constitution House has a walk score of 50. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are pets allowed at Constitution House?

No, Constitution House has a no-pet policy.

How many beds does Constitution House have?

Constitution House has 232 beds.

Are there photos of Constitution House?

Yes — there is 1 photo of Constitution House in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Constitution House provide?

Constitution House offers Independent Living.

What is the address of Constitution House?

Constitution House is located at 401 N. Constitution Drive, Aurora, IL 60506.

What is the phone number of Constitution House?

(630) 896-2100 will put you in contact with the team at Constitution House.

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