Home for Good Senior Care
Home Care · Chicago, IL

Overview of Home for Good Senior Care

Home for Good Senior Care is a home care agency that serves the Chicago area from an office located at 5765 N Lincoln Ave #27, Chicago, IL 60659, in the West Ridge neighborhood. The agency has been operating for 20 years. Service is available seven days a week. The location has a Walk Score of 88, indicating that most errands can be accomplished on foot. The agency is situated 11.1 miles from Chicago’s city center and is 4.85 miles from Ascension Saint Joseph – Chicago hospital.

Home for Good Senior Care is licensed by the Illinois Department of Public Health and has earned a BBB Rating of A+ (Accredited). The agency is led by Ms. Eliza Mercado, President. Importantly, the agency is not currently CMS-certified for Medicare or Medicaid, which significantly affects insurance eligibility and available payment coverage options for prospective clients.

Home for Good Senior Care offers comprehensive in-home care services delivered by licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants with 24-hour staffing availability. The range of services includes respite care, meal planning and preparation, bathing and grooming assistance, support for regular exercise, light housekeeping, medication tracking and reminders, appointment coordination, information and referral services, relationship building and emotional support, stress management assistance, family reconnection services, outdoor activities, and incidental transportation. The care model is designed for seniors who wish to remain living at home while receiving professional, personalized support. Staff members provide assistance with activities of daily living and support for managing chronic conditions. The agency’s services span from daily living assistance to educational presentations addressing senior health topics.

Inspection history, deficiency records, citation data, and regulatory compliance information are not disclosed in publicly available materials for this home care agency. This absence of public disclosure is standard practice for home care agencies that are regulated by state health departments rather than CMS. Families seeking to engage this agency should independently verify with the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), which serves as the state licensing body for home care providers, whether Home for Good Senior Care holds current licensure, what its regulatory status is, whether any complaints have been filed against it, and what compliance issues may exist in state records.

The agency’s non-CMS certification status means that Medicare and Medicaid coverage may be unavailable or significantly restricted. Prospective clients and families should verify insurance eligibility and available payment options directly with the agency.

Families should verify IDPH licensure, insurance and Medicaid acceptance, request caregiver background checks, clarify supervision and quality assurance procedures, and inquire about regulatory compliance history.

(773) 572-4875

Types of Care at Home for Good Senior Care

Home Care
Years in operation
20 years in operation Rank #67 / 251Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 67th out of 251 homes in Illinois. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Illinois SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 88 / 100 Rank #50 / 647Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 50th out of 647 homes in Illinois. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Illinois SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

AccreditationsLicensed by the Illinois Department of Public Health

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMs. Eliza Mercado, President

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

2 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing

Amenities & Lifestyle

Meal Planning & Preparation
Bathing & Grooming
Regular Exercise
Light Housekeeping
Medication Tracking & Reminders
Appointment Keeping
Information & Referral Services
Relationship Building
Stress Management
Emotional Encouragement
Reconnecting With Family & Friends
Minimal Outdoor Activities
Incidental Transportation
Specific ProgramsIn-Home Care, Caring Companionship, Social Inclusion
Operating Hours7 days a week

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionMeal planning and preparation services are provided.

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Address 11.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Chicago's city center to Home for Good Senior Care's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 4.85 miles to nearest hospital (Ascension Saint Joseph - Chicago)

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Home for Good Senior Care 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 Home for Good Senior Care

What neighborhood is Home for Good Senior Care in?

Home for Good Senior Care is in the West Ridge neighborhood of Chicago.

Is Home for Good Senior Care in a walkable area?

Home for Good Senior Care has a walk score of 88. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the phone number of Home for Good Senior Care?

(773) 572-4875 will put you in contact with the team at Home for Good Senior Care.

Is Home for Good Senior Care Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Home for Good Senior Care is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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