The Selfhelp Home – Jewish Retirement Community

908 W Argyle St, Chicago, IL 60640, United States
8.1 miles from city center
Description

The Selfhelp Home, a CMS 5-star rated Medicare-licensed community, sets the bar in the field of senior care. Their offerings encompass short-term rehab, independent living, assisted living, long-term care, skilled care, outpatient therapy, and respite care. This dynamic community boasts meticulous maintenance, ensuring state-of-the-art facilities and a culturally rich environment.

With deep roots in Jewish heritage, The Selfhelp Home crafts a meaningful and positive lifestyle. Residents can revel in amenities such as a serene roof garden, a delightful gift shop, a tranquil solarium, a well-appointed media room, a cozy movie theater, and a comprehensive wellness center. This community also stands as a sanctuary for seniors, providing not only comfort but also a sense of freedom, making it a space where they can flourish and embrace the golden years with independence.

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What does this place offer?

Pets Allowed Yes, Pets Allowed
Housing Options Studio / 1 Bed

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Transportation Services
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Community
Type of Care
Location
Bed Options
Bed Count
Pets Allowed
The Selfhelp Home – Jewish Retirement Community
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

SNF

24/7 care needed

RC

Respite Care

Chicago
Studio / 1 Bed
N/A
Yes
Brookdale Lakeshore Drive
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

SNF

24/7 care needed

Chicago
Studio / 1 Bed
N/A
Yes
Brookdale Lake View
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

SNF

24/7 care needed

Chicago
Studio / 1 Bed
N/A
No
Sunrise of Lincoln Park
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

SNF

24/7 care needed

Chicago
Studio / 1 Bed
N/A
Yes
Encore Village of Schaumburg
AL

For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer’s, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.

SNF

24/7 care needed

Schaumburg
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
N/A
Yes

Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Illinois Seniors

Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Community Care Program
Illinois CCP
  • General: Age 60+, Illinois resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,215/month (individual).
  • Asset Limits: $17,500 (individual, excludes home, car).
  • IL Specifics: High demand in urban areas; waitlists possible.
  • Services: 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)
  • General: Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Illinois resident.
  • Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits: Not applicable.
  • IL Specifics: Limited slots; urban/rural balance.
  • Services: 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
  • General: Age 65+ or 22-64 with disability, 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 Specifics: ~200 SLP sites statewide; room/board not covered.
  • Services: 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
  • General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Part of HealthChoice Illinois; consumer-directed options available.
  • Services: 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
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist.
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Illinois SCSEP
  • General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Illinois resident.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
  • IL Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents.
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Optional State Supplementation (OSS)
Illinois Optional State Supplementation
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: ~$50-$500/month based on facility type.
  • Services: 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
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Illinois Seniors

Illinois CCP

Community Care Program

Eligibility
  • General: Age 60+, Illinois resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,215/month (individual).
  • Asset Limits: $17,500 (individual, excludes home, car).
  • IL Specifics: High demand in urban areas; waitlists possible.
Benefits
  • Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/day), adult day services ($65/day), emergency home response systems ($30/month).
IL Respite (via NFCSP)

Illinois Respite Program

Eligibility
  • General: Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Illinois resident.
  • Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits: Not applicable.
  • IL Specifics: Limited slots; urban/rural balance.
Benefits
  • Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$65/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Illinois Medicaid Supportive Living Program

Supportive Living Program (SLP)

Eligibility
  • General: Age 65+ or 22-64 with disability, 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 Specifics: ~200 SLP sites statewide; room/board not covered.
Benefits
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, mobility), meals, housekeeping, medication management, respite (~240 hours/year).
Illinois Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Persons Who Are Elderly Waiver

Eligibility
  • General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Part of HealthChoice Illinois; consumer-directed options available.
Benefits
  • Services: 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.).
Illinois Medicare Savings Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Eligibility
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist.
Benefits
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Illinois SCSEP

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Eligibility
  • General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Illinois resident.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
  • IL Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents.
Benefits
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Illinois Optional State Supplementation

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Eligibility
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: ~$50-$500/month based on facility type.
Benefits
  • Services: Cash (~$50-$500/month) for room/board in personal care homes or SLFs.
Illinois VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Eligibility
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.
Benefits
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
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