The Indigo at Elmhurst

Overview of The Indigo at Elmhurst

The Indigo at Elmhurst is a compassionate community in Elmhurst, IL designed to accommodate those who need memory care. The community helps its residents make the most of their life while managing their conditions with the support of care experts trained on the best practices of memory care. They take on a Montessori approach to care that fosters wellness and independence through nurturing guidance and support.

There’s an array of engaging activities for residents to enjoy, which help stimulate their memory and foster socialization. Residents gather around the cozy dining area to enjoy fresh, hearty meals over meaningful conversations. Age gracefully in a supportive environment surrounded by stunning surroundings and local amenities in The Indigo at Elmhurst.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 72 Rank #168 / 379Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 168th 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.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #121 / 189Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 121st 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.
1 year
Walk Score Info Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation. Rank #469 / 585Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 469th 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.
28 / 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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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living/Shared Housing Establishment
IssuanceAugust 1, 2025
CountyDupage
License Number3000256

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Indigo at Elmhurst is legally operated by Jaybird Senior Living INC.

Type Of Units

Alzheimer's Units
72 units
Total beds
72 units

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Contact Information

Amenities & Lifestyle

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Inspection History

In Illinois, the Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation conducts annual unannounced surveys to assess compliance with state and federal healthcare facility standards.

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Illinois state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Overall vs. IL average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 0 Better No metrics in this bucket.

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityIL Averagevs. IL Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 65 This facility has had 20% more total inspections than the Illinois average (6 vs. IL avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↑ 20% more

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 3.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Elmhurst's city center to The Indigo at Elmhurst'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.
The Landing on Dundee Senior Living
MC
AL
RC
Wheeling
94
Facility 94
IL AVG 80
Rank #110 / 379
Yes
75
Facility 75
IL AVG 51
Rank #111 / 585
-AThe Landing At Wheeling, LLC3
8
Facility 8
IL AVG 7
Rank #203 / 276
2.7
Facility 2.7
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #207 / 276
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 3
Rank #268 / 315
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #165 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Westbrook Senior Living
MC
AL
IL
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
The Indigo at Elmhurst
MC
Elmhurst (Yorkfield)
72
Facility 72
IL AVG 80
Rank #168 / 379
Yes
28
Facility 28
IL AVG 51
Rank #469 / 585
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 15
Rank #121 / 189
A-Jaybird Senior Living Inc6--
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 3
Rank #202 / 315
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #222 / 315
Studio
Harvester Place
MC
Burr Ridge
66
Facility 66
IL AVG 80
Rank #180 / 379
No
37
Facility 37
IL AVG 51
Rank #404 / 585
12
Facility 12
IL AVG 15
Rank #94 / 189
A+Anthem Burr Ridge Mangement, LLC3
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 7
Rank #67 / 276
0.3
Facility 0.3
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #71 / 276
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #62 / 315
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #258 / 315
1 Bed / 2 Bed / Suite
Celebrate Senior Living Niles
MC
AL
CCRC
IL
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

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Financial Assistance for
Memory Care in Illinois

The Indigo at Elmhurst is located in Elmhurst, 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 The Indigo at Elmhurst

What neighborhood is The Indigo at Elmhurst in?

The Indigo at Elmhurst is in the Yorkfield neighborhood of Elmhurst.

Who is the owner of The Indigo at Elmhurst?

The Indigo at Elmhurst is legally operated by Jaybird Senior Living INC.

Is The Indigo at Elmhurst in a walkable area?

The Indigo at Elmhurst has a walk score of 28. Car-dependent. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of The Indigo at Elmhurst?

According to IL state health department records, The Indigo at Elmhurst's license number is 3000256.

How long has The Indigo at Elmhurst been in business?

The Indigo at Elmhurst has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at The Indigo at Elmhurst?

Yes, The Indigo at Elmhurst allows residents to bring their pets.

What is the best email address for The Indigo at Elmhurst?

The team at The Indigo at Elmhurst can be reached at jlazansky@theindigoelmhurst.com.

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