McDowell Point

McDowell Point

Overview of McDowell Point

Peacefully nestled in the vibrant neighborhood of West Diehl Road, Naperville, IL, McDowell Point is an outstanding 55+ community that offers independent living. Featuring beautifully designed and cozy accommodations in various one-bedroom to three-bedroom floor plans, residents will surely have a comfortable and safe retirement. The community also promotes a bright and friendly environment for residents to easily adapt to their surroundings.

With delightful restaurants and recreation sites nearby, residents can do the things they love and create unforgettable moments in their later years. Amenities include a sparkling pool with sundeck, a bubbling hot tub, a fire pit lounge, and a craft room, perfect for residents’ recreation and wellness. The community is great for those looking to live their golden years independently with its welcoming setting and purposely designed amenities.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #205 / 229Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 205th out of 229 independent living communities 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 compare like with like: every independent living community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Independent living 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.
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Additional Policies & Features

Minimum Age55

Amenities & Lifestyle

Lounge
Fitness Center
Golf Course
Salon
Pet Park
Game Room
Yoga
Fire Pit
Swimming Pool
Grilling Stations
Indoor Bike Storage
Touring HoursMonday - Friday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Saturday: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Room Accommodations

Room Types1, 2, Or 3 Bedroom Apartments

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Housekeeping Services

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Recreational Activities

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Exercise Programs

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Address 4.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Naperville's city center to McDowell Point'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. 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. 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.
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.
StoryPoint Romeoville
IL
AL
MC
Romeoville
183
Facility 183
IL AVG 70
Rank #3 / 123
Yes
17
Facility 17
IL AVG 51
Rank #204 / 229
A-Weber Place Tenant LLC5
9
Facility 9
IL AVG 7
Rank #74 / 98
1.8
Facility 1.8
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #55 / 98
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 3
Rank #79 / 111
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #77 / 111
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Sunrise at Fountain Square
IL
AL
HOS
MC
Lombard
80
Facility 80
IL AVG 70
Rank #36 / 123
Yes
58
Facility 58
IL AVG 51
Rank #87 / 229
-Hcri Sun Three Lombard Il Senior Living LLC3
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 7
Rank #41 / 98
1.0
Facility 1.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #42 / 98
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #30 / 111
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #91 / 111
Studio / Suite / 1 Bed
StoryPoint Naperville
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
RC
Naperville (Naperville Park District)
47
Facility 47
IL AVG 70
Rank #88 / 123
Yes
53
Facility 53
IL AVG 51
Rank #100 / 229
A-504 North River Tenant LLC1
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 98
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #1 / 98
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 3
Rank #101 / 111
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #52 / 111
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
American House Cedarlake
IL
AL
MC
RC
Plainfield
41
Facility 41
IL AVG 70
Rank #100 / 123
Yes
15
Facility 15
IL AVG 51
Rank #207 / 229
-American House Cedarlake, LLC1
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 7
Rank #41 / 98
3.0
Facility 3.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #78 / 98
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 111
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #1 / 111
1 Bed / 2 Bed
McDowell Point
IL
Naperville (Naperville Park District)-Yes
16
Facility 16
IL AVG 51
Rank #205 / 229
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Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each independent living community is ranked against every other IL independent living 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

McDowell Point is located in Naperville, 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 McDowell Point

What neighborhood is McDowell Point in?

McDowell Point is in the Naperville Park District neighborhood of Naperville.

Is McDowell Point in a walkable area?

McDowell Point has a walk score of 16. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Are pets allowed at McDowell Point?

Yes, McDowell Point allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of McDowell Point?

Yes — there are 53 photos of McDowell Point in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does McDowell Point provide?

McDowell Point offers Independent Living.

What is the address of McDowell Point?

McDowell Point is located at 1420 W Diehl Rd, Naperville, IL 60563.

What is the phone number of McDowell Point?

(630) 523-8345 will put you in contact with the team at McDowell Point.

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