McDowell Point
Independent Living · Naperville, IL

McDowell Point

Independent Living · Naperville, IL

Overview of McDowell Point

McDowell Point provides independent senior housing in Naperville, Illinois, located within the Naperville Park District neighborhood. Tailored specifically for adults aged 55 and older who manage their own daily routines, this community combines private living quarters with shared social amenities without providing daily personal care. Apartment options span one, two, and three-bedroom floor plans, giving residents flexibility whether they need a simple single-bedroom setup or extra living space.

Residents can spend their days swimming, working out in the fitness center, using the golf simulator, practicing outdoor yoga, or visiting the in-house hair salon. Outdoor common areas include a game space, a fire pit lounge, and a dedicated pet park where residents can walk their pets.

Older adults seeking an active, maintenance-free environment can take advantage of the diverse lifestyle facilities and flexible floor plans designed for independent living.

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 benchmarked This 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.
16 / 100

About This Community

Additional Services

1 service
Housekeeping

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed
Minimum Age55

Amenities & Lifestyle

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

Room Accommodations

Building TypeMid-rise
Room Types
3+ Bedroom

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Programs that may help with care and living costs in Illinois

McDowell Point is in Naperville, Illinois. These programs may support different care settings or living expenses. A listing does not confirm this community participates; our concierge team can help confirm.

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Medicare costs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Illinois Medicare Savings Program

Who it is for
Medicare beneficiaries with limited income who need help with premiums or cost sharing

Eligibility

General
Medicare beneficiaries meeting the applicable state Medicare Savings Program eligibility rules.
IL specifics
Applications are administered by the state Medicaid program.

What it provides

  • Assistance with Medicare premiums and; for qualified QMB beneficiaries; Medicare-covered deductibles and coinsurance. The qualifying category determines which costs are paid.
In-home support

Community Care Program

Illinois CCP

Asset limit
Nonexempt assets of $17,500 or less; the home, car and personal furnishings are exempt.

Eligibility

General
Illinois residents age 60 or older with assessed long-term care need; citizenship/eligible noncitizen requirements apply; apply for Medicaid and enroll if eligible.

What it provides

  • In-home assistance; adult day services and emergency home response; authorized services depend on assessment.
Caregiver support

Family Caregiver Support Program

Family Caregiver Support Program (Illinois)

Who it is for
Family or informal caregivers of an adult 60+ or of someone of any age with dementia

Eligibility

General
Adult family or informal caregivers of adults age 60 or older or people of any age with Alzheimer's disease or a related disorder. The federal program also supports specified older-relative caregiver categories.

What it provides

  • Caregiver information and access assistance; counseling and training; support groups; respite and limited supplemental services under the federal caregiver-support framework.
In-home & community support

Persons Who Are Elderly Waiver

Illinois Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Eligibility

General
Illinois residents age 60 or older who are Medicaid-eligible, meet the DON assessment standard for risk of nursing-facility placement, can be safely supported in the community and meet cost-effectiveness rules.
IL specifics
The current eligibility minimum is age 60.

What it provides

  • In-home homemaker service; adult day service; emergency home response and automated medication dispenser services.
Residential care support

Supportive Living Program (SLP)

Illinois Medicaid Supportive Living Program

Eligibility

General
Low-income older adults and adults with physical disabilities who meet Illinois Supportive Living Program requirements and are accepted at a participating setting.
IL specifics
This is a Medicaid waiver alternative to nursing-home care.

What it provides

  • Personal care; homemaking; laundry; medication assistance; activities and staff support. Residents remain responsible for room and board.
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VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

VA Pension Aid and Attendance and Housebound Benefits (Federal)

Who it is for
Veterans or survivors with VA pension eligibility and an Aid and Attendance or Housebound medical need
Income limit
No single monthly income cutoff. VA compares countable annual income, after permitted deductions, with the applicable Maximum Annual Pension Rate for the household and benefit category.
Asset limit
Net-worth limit is $163,699 from December 1, 2025 through November 30, 2026. Net worth includes countable assets plus annual income; exclusions and transfer rules apply.

Eligibility

General
Veterans or eligible survivors who qualify for VA Pension or Survivors Pension and meet the additional Aid and Attendance or Housebound criteria. Service, discharge, family status and pension eligibility rules also apply.
IL specifics
A federal VA pension benefit; Aid and Attendance and Housebound enhancements cannot be received together.

What it provides

  • A higher pension ceiling for eligible Aid and Attendance or Housebound recipients. Actual pension equals the applicable annual maximum minus countable income; the two enhancements cannot be paid together.
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Frequently Asked Questions about McDowell Point

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 What neighborhood is McDowell Point in?
McDowell Point is in the Naperville Park District neighborhood of Naperville.
02 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.
03 Are pets allowed at McDowell Point?
Yes, McDowell Point allows residents to bring their pets.
04 Are there photos of McDowell Point?
Yes — there are 53 photos of McDowell Point in the photo gallery on this page.
05 What levels of care does McDowell Point provide?
McDowell Point offers Independent Living.
06 What is the address of McDowell Point?
McDowell Point is located at 1420 W Diehl Rd, Naperville, IL 60563.
07 What is the phone number of McDowell Point?
(630) 523-8345 will put you in contact with the team at McDowell Point.