Senior Suites of Garfield Ridge
Independent Living · Chicago, IL

Senior Suites of Garfield Ridge

Independent Living · Chicago, IL

Overview of Senior Suites of Garfield Ridge

Senior Suites Garfield Ridge is an excellent senior living community, located in Chicago, IL, offering comfortable independent living. Residents experience a maintenance-free living with on-site maintenance personnel, monthly housekeeping and free laundry rooms available. Relax in comfortable and spacious apartments, ranging from studios to one-bedroom apartments.

The community aims to provide its residents with a fulfilling lifestyle through a well-planned calendar of activities and plentiful amenities. Emergency call systems and 24/7 professional team members are available to provide residents with assistance when they need it. Residents enjoy the convenience of transportation services and weekly grocery transportation to ensure residents always have their favorite ingredients and dishes.

(773) 229-1533

Types of Care at Senior Suites of Garfield Ridge

Independent Living
Years in operation
24 years in operation Rank #52 / 251Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 52nd 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: 83 / 100 Rank #88 / 647Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 88th 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.
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BBB Rating: C+ (Not Accredited)
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Leadership

ContactMaryann Galvan, Manager

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What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 62 Years Old

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Address 13.3 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Chicago's city center to Senior Suites of Garfield Ridge's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 5.33 miles to nearest hospital (Maguire Center)

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Independent Living in Illinois

Senior Suites of Garfield Ridge 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
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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 Senior Suites of Garfield Ridge

What neighborhood is Senior Suites of Garfield Ridge in?

Senior Suites of Garfield Ridge is in the Garfield Ridge neighborhood of Chicago.

Is Senior Suites of Garfield Ridge in a walkable area?

Senior Suites of Garfield Ridge has a walk score of 83. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the phone number of Senior Suites of Garfield Ridge?

(773) 229-1533 will put you in contact with the team at Senior Suites of Garfield Ridge.

Is Senior Suites of Garfield Ridge Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Senior Suites of Garfield Ridge is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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