The Birches, LLC
Assisted Living · Illinois, IL

Overview of The Birches, LLC

BIRCHES, LLC (THE) is a senior living community located in Clarendon Hills, Illinois. It offers assisted living and memory care services, focusing on a Montessori Inspired Lifestyle. The community is designed to provide a warm, home-like environment for residents.
(630) 789-1135
Bed community size
90-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
28 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 76 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living/shared Housing Establishment
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 16, 2025
CountyDupage
CertificationsMontessori Inspired Lifestyle

Ownership & Operating Entity

Owner NameThe Birches, LLC

Safety & Compliance

Secured Perimeter
Emergency SystemsYes
Safety Features24-hour emergency response system.

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactCarol Weigal

Staffing & Medical

3 services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Staff-to-Resident Ratio: 1 to 8

Contact Information

Amenities & Lifestyle

Culinary Services
Activities Of Daily Living (Adl) Services
Housekeeping Services
Laundry Services
Access To Scheduled Transportation
Professional Support By Licensed Nurses
ActivitiesTwelve-hour programming, not eight hours, seven days a week.
Specific ProgramsFamily Communication and Support, Volunteer Opportunities
Volunteer ProgramsYes

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionCulinary services with diversified menu options.

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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.

Since 2025 · 1 year of data 1 deficiency

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.

Since 2025 vs. Illinois state average
Overall vs. IL average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 2 Better Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (86% below)
• Deficiencies per year (86% below)
Latest Inspection January 14, 2026 Plan Of Correction

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

MetricThis FacilityIL Averagevs. IL Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 17 This facility has 86% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (1 vs. IL avg 7).↓ 86% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2025. 17 This facility has 86% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (1 vs. IL avg 7).↓ 86% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on January 14, 2026, found the facility generally in compliance but noted a technical deficiency related to tornado drills not being conducted on all shifts and not consistently including residents who require assistance. Earlier inspections were mostly clean, including a substantiated complaint investigation in May 2025 that did not result in any deficiencies. The main issue identified involved emergency preparedness procedures, specifically tornado drills. No fines, enforcement actions, or license suspensions were listed in the available reports. The facility appears to be maintaining compliance with occasional minor issues that have been addressed during inspections.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Illinois

The Birches, LLC is located in Clarendon Hills, 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 Birches, LLC

Is The Birches, LLC in a walkable area?

The Birches, LLC has a walk score of 76. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the best email address for The Birches, LLC?

The team at The Birches, LLC can be reached at [email protected].

How many beds does The Birches, LLC have?

The Birches, LLC has 90 beds.

Are there photos of The Birches, LLC?

Yes — there are 6 photos of The Birches, LLC in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of The Birches, LLC?

The Birches, LLC is located at 215 55th St.

What is the phone number of The Birches, LLC?

(630) 789-1135 will put you in contact with the team at The Birches, LLC.

What county is The Birches, LLC located in?

The Birches, LLC is in Dupage County.

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