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The Breakers at Edgewater Beach
Independent Living & Respite Care · Chicago, IL
Exterior view of The Breakers at Edgewater Beach entrance Indoor swimming pool area with natural lighting Interior common area with comfortable seating and bookshelves Dining area set up for a meal with windows overlooking the water

The Breakers at Edgewater Beach

Independent Living & Respite Care · Chicago, IL
5333 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60640 View map
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Let go of responsibilities and gain the freedom to explore, learn, and grow with The Breakers at Edgewater Beach in Chicago, IL, a dynamic senior living community that offers independent living and short-term care. The community features a variety of studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, providing residents with plenty of accommodation options to choose their ideal residence. Residents’ days of worrying about the everyday tasks of living are over with housekeeping, laundry and maintenance handled by the community’s team members.

Residents experience a vibrant living experience with a diverse calendar of activities, such as religious services, LGBT social hours, meditation sessions, local outings, and live music performances. Meal options are curated by dining professionals to meet residents’ specific dietary needs, ensuring they eat good and feel good. Amenities include a beauty & barbershop, fitness equipment, art center, cards room, a courtyard, library, greenhouse, indoor pool, and cinema for entertainment and leisure.

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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 #15 / 71Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 15th out of 71 independent living communities 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 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.
27 years
Walk Score Info Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk. Rank #20 / 229Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis independent living community is ranked 20th 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.
89 / 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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What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: High-rise

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Address 6.7 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Chicago's city center to The Breakers at Edgewater Beach's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 3.23 miles to nearest hospital (Ascension Saint Joseph - Chicago)

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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.
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.
Smith Village
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Chicago (South Side)
82
Facility 82
IL AVG 70
Rank #35 / 123
Yes
71
Facility 71
IL AVG 51
Rank #58 / 229
17
Facility 17
IL AVG 15
Rank #29 / 71
A+The Washington And Jane Smith Community-Beverly10
25
Facility 25
IL AVG 7
Rank #89 / 98
2.5
Facility 2.5
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #74 / 98
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #1 / 111
1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Sheridan at Oak Brook
IL
AL
MC
RC
Oak Brook
73
Facility 73
IL AVG 70
Rank #45 / 123
No
34
Facility 34
IL AVG 51
Rank #166 / 229
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 15
Rank #44 / 71
-Bmsh II Oakbrook Il, LLC2
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #47 / 98
2.0
Facility 2.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #59 / 98
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #24 / 111
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community
IL
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Chicago (Uptown)
72
Facility 72
IL AVG 70
Rank #47 / 123
No
92
Facility 92
IL AVG 51
Rank #13 / 229
18
Facility 18
IL AVG 15
Rank #28 / 71
A+The Selfhelp Home, Inc4
25
Facility 25
IL AVG 7
Rank #89 / 98
6.3
Facility 6.3
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #97 / 98
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #24 / 111
Studio / 1 Bed
Mercy Circle Senior Living
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Chicago (Mount Greenwood)
43
Facility 43
IL AVG 70
Rank #98 / 123
Yes
44
Facility 44
IL AVG 51
Rank #132 / 229
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 15
Rank #44 / 71
-Mercy Circle2
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 98
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #1 / 98
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 2.1
Rank #24 / 111
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
The Breakers at Edgewater Beach
IL
RC
Chicago (Edgewater)-Yes
89
Facility 89
IL AVG 51
Rank #20 / 229
27
Facility 27
IL AVG 15
Rank #15 / 71
A+-----Studio / 1 Bed

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

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The Breakers at Edgewater Beach is located in Chicago, 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)

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Breakers at Edgewater Beach

What neighborhood is The Breakers at Edgewater Beach in?

The Breakers at Edgewater Beach is in the Edgewater neighborhood of Chicago.

Is The Breakers at Edgewater Beach in a walkable area?

The Breakers at Edgewater Beach has a walk score of 89. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

How long has The Breakers at Edgewater Beach been in business?

The Breakers at Edgewater Beach has been operating for approximately 27 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Breakers at Edgewater Beach?

Yes, The Breakers at Edgewater Beach allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of The Breakers at Edgewater Beach?

Yes — there are 5 photos of The Breakers at Edgewater Beach in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does The Breakers at Edgewater Beach provide?

The Breakers at Edgewater Beach offers Independent Living & Respite Care.

What is the address of The Breakers at Edgewater Beach?

The Breakers at Edgewater Beach is located at 5333 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60640.

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