Mather Place

Mather Place

Overview of Mather Place

Say goodbye to tiring household chores with Mather Place, a cozy community in Wilmette, Illinois that offers independent living to active residents. Residents here enjoy the comfort of their elegantly designed accommodations with easy access to the Wellness Resource Center for their wellness needs. Embrace the comfort provided by a 24-hour concierge, personal transportation, and maintenance services for a carefree living experience.

Fill your days with countless opportunities for fun and enrichment with a wide array of cultural, social, and educational activities held regularly. Access to physical, occupational, and speech therapy is also available through a third-party provider. With customized meal plans, fun programs, and comfortable living spaces, enjoying your golden years to the fullest here is easy.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #22 / 189Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 22nd out of 189 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.
34 years
Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #99 / 585Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 99th 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.
78 / 100
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age62

Amenities & Lifestyle

Wellness Center
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What does this home offer?

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No pets allowed

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Room Sizes: 692-845 / 896-1,275 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Housekeeping Services

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Transportation Services

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Beauty Services

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Exercise Programs

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Recreational Activities

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Address 1.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Wilmette's city center to Mather Place'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. 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.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
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 deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ 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.
Westbrook Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
Streamwood
80
Facility 80
IL AVG 80
Rank #140 / 379
Yes
25
Facility 25
IL AVG 51
Rank #488 / 585
--Streamwood Operator, LLC1
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 7
Rank #88 / 276
2.0
Facility 2.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #165 / 276
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 315
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #165 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Celebrate Senior Living Niles
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Niles
59
Facility 59
IL AVG 80
Rank #222 / 379
No
60
Facility 60
IL AVG 51
Rank #210 / 585
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 15
Rank #114 / 189
A+Elevate Saint Andrew LLC5
8
Facility 8
IL AVG 7
Rank #203 / 276
1.6
Facility 1.6
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #154 / 276
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 3
Rank #202 / 315
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #1 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed
Mather Place
IL
Wilmette-No
78
Facility 78
IL AVG 51
Rank #99 / 585
34
Facility 34
IL AVG 15
Rank #22 / 189
A+------1 Bed / 2 Bed
Concord Place Retirement Community
IL
AL
Northlake-No
36
Facility 36
IL AVG 51
Rank #411 / 585
-A+-------
The Lodge of Northbrook
IL
Northbrook (Techny)-Yes
31
Facility 31
IL AVG 51
Rank #449 / 585
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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

Mather Place is located in Wilmette, 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 Mather Place

Is Mather Place in a walkable area?

Mather Place has a walk score of 78. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

How long has Mather Place been in business?

Mather Place has been operating for approximately 34 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Mather Place?

No, Mather Place has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of Mather Place?

Yes — there are 13 photos of Mather Place in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Mather Place?

Mather Place is located at 2801 Old Glenview Rd, Wilmette, IL 60091.

What is the phone number of Mather Place?

(847) 256-9300 will put you in contact with the team at Mather Place.

Does Mather Place provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Mather Place is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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