43 Assisted Living Facilities near Chicago, IL
There are 43 Assisted Living Facilities in the Chicago area, with 40 in Chicago and 3 nearby.
The average cost of assisted living in Chicago is $4,164 per month. This is higher than the national median of $3,450. Cheaper nearby regions include Oak Park with an average starting cost of $3,635.
To help you with your search, browse the 299 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Chicago. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Chicago 4.1 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Lincolnwood with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.
Caring.com has helped 22 families in Chicago find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about assisted living options and costs in Chicago, call (855) 863-8283.
Top 10 Assisted Living Facilities in Chicago, IL
Caring Star 2015
Brookdale Lake View
Provides: Assisted Living
3121 North Sheridan, Chicago, IL 60657
"Brookdale Lake View was near the shore. The community was quite good, and the people seemed educated. It's a nice environment in general. I liked the rooms. I was looking for a one-bedroom with a..." More
"Brookdale Lake View was near the shore. The community was quite good, and the people seemed educated. It's a nice environment in general. I liked the rooms. I was looking for a one-bedroom with a..." More
Caring Star 2016
Autumn Green at Midway Village
Provides: Assisted Living
6700 S. Keating, Chicago, IL 60629
"The person I spoke to at Autumn Green of Midway Village was pretty knowledgeable. It seemed like a very nice facility, and they have 1- and 2-bedrooms. There are a lot of amenities. They have..." More
"The person I spoke to at Autumn Green of Midway Village was pretty knowledgeable. It seemed like a very nice facility, and they have 1- and 2-bedrooms. There are a lot of amenities. They have..." More
Brookdale Lake Shore Drive
Provides: Assisted Living
2960 North Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60657
"My mother will be moving into Brookdale Lake Shore Drive. The person who gave us the tour, Bryan, was fabulous, very open to all the questions, answered everything, volunteered information, and..." More
"My mother will be moving into Brookdale Lake Shore Drive. The person who gave us the tour, Bryan, was fabulous, very open to all the questions, answered everything, volunteered information, and..." More
Sunrise of Lincoln Park
Provides: Assisted Living
2710 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL 60614
"I have to confess that I am a pretty squeaky wheel at this place. My uncle has been here since 2015, and as he gets older, he just needs more help, so I ask for it. Happily, the staff at Sunrise..." More
"I have to confess that I am a pretty squeaky wheel at this place. My uncle has been here since 2015, and as he gets older, he just needs more help, so I ask for it. Happily, the staff at Sunrise..." More
Caring Star 2016
Autumn Green at Wright Campus
Provides: Assisted Living
4239 N. Oak Park Ave., Chicago, IL 60634
"We visited Autumn Green at Wright Campus. They were very positive, open to questions, and they had some brochures to look at. It was really a positive, beautiful, and clean facility. The residents..." More
"We visited Autumn Green at Wright Campus. They were very positive, open to questions, and they had some brochures to look at. It was really a positive, beautiful, and clean facility. The residents..." More
Coles Supportive Living Senior Housing
Provides: Assisted Living
7419 S Exchange Avenue, Chicago, IL 60649
"My aunt moved in a while ago. She took some time to adjust to the new environment, but Coles' staff also helped by making her comfortable and introducing her to her new neighbors/friend. She also..." More
"My aunt moved in a while ago. She took some time to adjust to the new environment, but Coles' staff also helped by making her comfortable and introducing her to her new neighbors/friend. She also..." More
Colfax Manor Assisted Living
Provides: Assisted Living
8200 South Colfax Ave, Chicago, IL 60617
"Colfax Manor Assisted Living is fine. They do coloring because the place focuses on dementia and Alzheimer's. It's a small place, and it's really a home. They go out, go to movies, put shows on the..." More
"Colfax Manor Assisted Living is fine. They do coloring because the place focuses on dementia and Alzheimer's. It's a small place, and it's really a home. They go out, go to movies, put shows on the..." More
Caring Star 2016
Victory Centre of South Chicago
Provides: Assisted Living
3251 East 92nd Street, Chicago, IL 60617
"I visited Victory Centre. The place was beautiful. I thought it was a really nice place for my dad, but was more high maintenance and needed more care. The staff was very interactive, very..." More
"I visited Victory Centre. The place was beautiful. I thought it was a really nice place for my dad, but was more high maintenance and needed more care. The staff was very interactive, very..." More
Caring Star 2012
St. Joseph Village of Chicago
Provides: Assisted Living
4021 West Belmont Ave., Chicago, IL 60641
"My best friend's mom was here for rehab; it was a great experience, wonderful staff, very clean and it had everything she needed. The staff really cared. The other patience along with those that..." More
"My best friend's mom was here for rehab; it was a great experience, wonderful staff, very clean and it had everything she needed. The staff really cared. The other patience along with those that..." More
Caring Star 2013
The Selfhelp Home
Provides: Assisted Living
908 W Argyle, Chicago, IL 60640
"I have briefly visited other nursing homes and assisted living facilities and I think this is one of the best. My mother visits almost every day, though, and I know that's one way to make sure that..." More
"I have briefly visited other nursing homes and assisted living facilities and I think this is one of the best. My mother visits almost every day, though, and I know that's one way to make sure that..." More
Norwood Crossing
Provides: Assisted Living
6016 N. Nina Avenue, Chicago, IL 60631
"We are a non-profit (501c3) senior living community located in Chicago's Norwood Park neighborhood. Our residential campus specializes in assisted living and memory support (including Alzheimer's..." More
"We are a non-profit (501c3) senior living community located in Chicago's Norwood Park neighborhood. Our residential campus specializes in assisted living and memory support (including Alzheimer's..." More
Victory Centre of Roseland
Provides: Assisted Living
10450 South Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60628
"The way Victory Centre of Roseland was laid out was very nice. The apartments are beautiful and everybody seemed to be interested in what was going on with the residents. It was very nice, and the..." More
"The way Victory Centre of Roseland was laid out was very nice. The apartments are beautiful and everybody seemed to be interested in what was going on with the residents. It was very nice, and the..." More
Victory Centre of Galewood
Provides: Assisted Living
2370 North Newcastle Ave, Chicago, IL 60707
"We visited Victory Centre, and I liked everything about it. It was really nice, clean, and well put together. The personnel were very assistive. Overall, it was a 5-star for me. We didn't talk to..." More
"We visited Victory Centre, and I liked everything about it. It was really nice, clean, and well put together. The personnel were very assistive. Overall, it was a 5-star for me. We didn't talk to..." More
Covenant Home of Chicago
Provides: Assisted Living
2720 W. Foster Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
"Covenant Home of Chicago was not overwhelmingly big, very nice, and well maintained. The rooms were spacious. The kitchen area in the room was a little small but open. I would give it a 5 because..." More
"Covenant Home of Chicago was not overwhelmingly big, very nice, and well maintained. The rooms were spacious. The kitchen area in the room was a little small but open. I would give it a 5 because..." More
Mercy Circle
Provides: Assisted Living
3659 West 99Th Street, Chicago, IL 60655
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Mercy Circle is a CCRC
Mercy Circle offers independent living with dining options,
Assisted living with care services, a specialized memory care
Program, and high quality rehabilitation..." More
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Mercy Circle is a CCRC
Mercy Circle offers independent living with dining options,
Assisted living with care services, a specialized memory care
Program, and high quality rehabilitation..." More
Bethesda Rehab & Senior Care
Provides: Assisted Living
2833 N Nordica Ave, Chicago, IL 60634
"Residents of Bethesda's Long-Term Care program maintain their independence while benefiting from high-quality nursing care that is available when needed. These long-term care options offer the..." More
"Residents of Bethesda's Long-Term Care program maintain their independence while benefiting from high-quality nursing care that is available when needed. These long-term care options offer the..." More
Belmont Village Lincoln Park
Provides: Assisted Living
700 West Fullerton Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614
"Belmont Village Lincoln Park provides the perfect blend of comfort, care and active living. The mid-rise building maintains the look and feel of the area with an architectural style very closely..." More
"Belmont Village Lincoln Park provides the perfect blend of comfort, care and active living. The mid-rise building maintains the look and feel of the area with an architectural style very closely..." More
Caring Star 2018
Smith Village
Provides: Assisted Living
2320 West 113Th Place, Chicago, IL 60643
"I liked the atmosphere at Smith Village. The staff seemed to know their residents by first names. The place was very well maintained, and the dining place was excellent because they seemed to have..." More
"I liked the atmosphere at Smith Village. The staff seemed to know their residents by first names. The place was very well maintained, and the dining place was excellent because they seemed to have..." More
The Admiral at the Lake
Provides: Assisted Living
929 W Foster Ave, Chicago, IL 60640
"The Admiral at the Lake is very upscale. I am going to be 75, and I have money, but I don’t have the money to get into the Admiral. A 1-bedroom is half a million, and it is spacious and everything...." More
"The Admiral at the Lake is very upscale. I am going to be 75, and I have money, but I don’t have the money to get into the Admiral. A 1-bedroom is half a million, and it is spacious and everything...." More
The Clare
Provides: Assisted Living
55 East Pearson St., Chicago, IL 60611
"The Clare was very nice but a little expensive. The facility was excellent, like a 5-star hotel. They had the medical facilities, a wellness center, and an emergency team that can take you to the..." More
"The Clare was very nice but a little expensive. The facility was excellent, like a 5-star hotel. They had the medical facilities, a wellness center, and an emergency team that can take you to the..." More
Friedman Place
Provides: Assisted Living
5527 North Maplewood Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625
"Amazing place for those with significant vision loss. Everything is set up enable residents to be as independent as possible. Color contrasts around doors, talking elevators, assistive technology..." More
"Amazing place for those with significant vision loss. Everything is set up enable residents to be as independent as possible. Color contrasts around doors, talking elevators, assistive technology..." More
Buckingham Pavilion
Provides: Assisted Living
2625 WEST TOUHY AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60645
"Thank you for everything you did for my father. I know its a difficult job everyone has. I know that dad really seemed to connect with a lot of the staff, and they connected back with him. The care..." More
"Thank you for everything you did for my father. I know its a difficult job everyone has. I know that dad really seemed to connect with a lot of the staff, and they connected back with him. The care..." More
Presence Resurrection Retirement Comm...
Provides: Assisted Living
7262 West Peterson Avenue, Chicago, IL 60631
"Are you looking for affordable retirement living in a beautiful setting? Presence Resurrection Retirement Community is located in a quiet residential neighborhood in northwest Chicago, with easy..." More
"Are you looking for affordable retirement living in a beautiful setting? Presence Resurrection Retirement Community is located in a quiet residential neighborhood in northwest Chicago, with easy..." More
Churchview Supportive Living
Provides: Assisted Living
2626 W 63rd St, Chicago, IL 60629
"Churchview Supportive Living is exactly what we're looking for. They take them out for walks, they play games, and they visit each other. The rooms were pretty good. They serve breakfast, lunch and..." More
"Churchview Supportive Living is exactly what we're looking for. They take them out for walks, they play games, and they visit each other. The rooms were pretty good. They serve breakfast, lunch and..." More
Symphony of Lincoln Park
Provides: Assisted Living
1366 W Fullerton Avenue , Chicago, IL 60614
"This is a lovely facility in the heart of the Lincoln Park area in Chicago and it doesn't seem at all institutional. There are two parts to it -- one where residents have individual apartments and..." More
"This is a lovely facility in the heart of the Lincoln Park area in Chicago and it doesn't seem at all institutional. There are two parts to it -- one where residents have individual apartments and..." More
Friendly Towers
Provides: Assisted Living
920 W. Wilson, Chicago, IL 60640
"It's a 5 stars to me, I lived there for 14 years and it was a warm cozy place to live.
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"It's a 5 stars to me, I lived there for 14 years and it was a warm cozy place to live.
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St Pauls House & Hlth Cr Center
Provides: Assisted Living
3800 NORTH CALIFORNIA AVENUE, Chicago, IL 60618
"St Paul's House was just fine. It was too close to a busy street; it worried me. From what I saw, it seemed clean. The rooms were fine, too. They each had a bathroom. The dining room looked fine. I..." More
"St Paul's House was just fine. It was too close to a busy street; it worried me. From what I saw, it seemed clean. The rooms were fine, too. They each had a bathroom. The dining room looked fine. I..." More
Greenview Place
Provides: Assisted Living
1501 West Melrose Street, Chicago, IL 60657
"Greeneview place is a very active and friendly "home". You are able to go on planned activiites or have your hair and nails done on site or just talk and see a movie with your friends you made..." More
"Greeneview place is a very active and friendly "home". You are able to go on planned activiites or have your hair and nails done on site or just talk and see a movie with your friends you made..." More
Eden Supportive Living
Provides: Assisted Living
940 West Gordon Terrace, Chicago, IL 60613
"This is such a beautiful facility! A friend and I were looking for a place for her mom for the future. Not only was Lori Cantway (the director of the facility) such a friendly and welcoming person,..." More
"This is such a beautiful facility! A friend and I were looking for a place for her mom for the future. Not only was Lori Cantway (the director of the facility) such a friendly and welcoming person,..." More
Heritage Woods of Chicago
Provides: Assisted Living
2800 W Fulton St, Chicago, IL 60612
"My brother have been living at Herritage Woods for over two years. He is very happy, safe and content to live there. He has his own apartment which they furnished because he had nothing when he..." More
"My brother have been living at Herritage Woods for over two years. He is very happy, safe and content to live there. He has his own apartment which they furnished because he had nothing when he..." More
Bethany Retirement Community
Provides: Assisted Living
4950 North Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60640
"I've been living at Bethany Retirement for almost a month now. I had a friend that lived here also and that is why I moved here. I LOVE everything about this community! There is a lot to do, the..." More
"I've been living at Bethany Retirement for almost a month now. I had a friend that lived here also and that is why I moved here. I LOVE everything about this community! There is a lot to do, the..." More
Barton Senior Residences of Chicago
Provides: Assisted Living
1245 S Wood St, Chicago, IL 60608
"I really liked Barton Senior Residences of Chicago. It's brand new, they have a lot of activities for seniors, and they have a doctor and nurses that check on the residents daily, which right now..." More
"I really liked Barton Senior Residences of Chicago. It's brand new, they have a lot of activities for seniors, and they have a doctor and nurses that check on the residents daily, which right now..." More
Foster Integrated Living
Provides: Assisted Living
7034 S Normal Blvd, Chicago, IL 60621
"My family decided to try this place out after receiving a recommendation from a friend. My cousin who has now been a resident for about a year seems pretty content. I visited him last week and..." More
"My family decided to try this place out after receiving a recommendation from a friend. My cousin who has now been a resident for about a year seems pretty content. I visited him last week and..." More
Grasmere Residential Care
Provides: Assisted Living
4621 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60640
"I had a chance to visit this facility a while back with my family when we were visiting a friend who had just got out of physical therapy treatment. I toured the facility with the staff who was..." More
"I had a chance to visit this facility a while back with my family when we were visiting a friend who had just got out of physical therapy treatment. I toured the facility with the staff who was..." More
Harmony Health Care and Rehabilitatio...
Provides: Assisted Living
3919 W Foster Ave, Chicago, IL 60625
"I loved Harmony. The atmosphere was great. The staff chipped in for everybody else. They covered for each other. They didn't say, "That's not my job. I'll find you somebody." It wasn't just the..." More
"I loved Harmony. The atmosphere was great. The staff chipped in for everybody else. They covered for each other. They didn't say, "That's not my job. I'll find you somebody." It wasn't just the..." More
Glen Elston Nursing & Rehab
Provides: Assisted Living
4340 N Keystone Ave, Chicago, IL 60641
"My father is a resident here and I am very happy with the facility. He has been at two other places in Chicago that take Medicaid patients and that have a Spanish speaking staff and Glen Elston..." More
"My father is a resident here and I am very happy with the facility. He has been at two other places in Chicago that take Medicaid patients and that have a Spanish speaking staff and Glen Elston..." More
Continental Care Center
Provides: Assisted Living
5336 North Western Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625
"This past April my uncle in terminal condition due to Prostate Cancer was in nursing care counting down the days until death. At first a week out from him expiring, he was left bedridden fast..." More
"This past April my uncle in terminal condition due to Prostate Cancer was in nursing care counting down the days until death. At first a week out from him expiring, he was left bedridden fast..." More
Pioneer Gardens
Provides: Assisted Living
3800 South Martin Luther King Drive, Chicago, I...
"The place seemed clean, and everything was tidy when we toured Pioneer Gardens. There was no odor or anything pleasant about that we can see. The staff is friendly; we got a nice tour from the..." More
"The place seemed clean, and everything was tidy when we toured Pioneer Gardens. There was no odor or anything pleasant about that we can see. The staff is friendly; we got a nice tour from the..." More
Arbour Health Care Center
Provides: Assisted Living
1512 West Fargo Avenue, Chicago, IL 60626
"My old neighbor's brother is a resident. Since my old neighbor and I kept in touch over the years and became very good friends, I thought it'd be nice to pay her brother a visit. I knew him quite..." More
"My old neighbor's brother is a resident. Since my old neighbor and I kept in touch over the years and became very good friends, I thought it'd be nice to pay her brother a visit. I knew him quite..." More
Winfield Moody Health Center
Provides: Assisted Living
1276 North Clybourn Avenue, Chicago, IL 60610
Brookdale Oak Park
Provides: Assisted Living
1111 Ontario Street, Oak Park, IL 60302
"To sum our experience briefly, we were in a very difficult situation in needing to move my mother rather quickly, and from the first moment we walked into Brookdale and met Patrick, to today, 2..." More
"To sum our experience briefly, we were in a very difficult situation in needing to move my mother rather quickly, and from the first moment we walked into Brookdale and met Patrick, to today, 2..." More
Belmont Village Oak Park
Provides: Assisted Living
1035 Madison Street, Oak Park, IL 60302
"Belmont Village Oak Park is nice, but it's a smaller community and the rooms are so small. They make me feel claustrophobic. It's smaller than a hospital room. It's nice, but for the price, I don't..." More
"Belmont Village Oak Park is nice, but it's a smaller community and the rooms are so small. They make me feel claustrophobic. It's smaller than a hospital room. It's nice, but for the price, I don't..." More
Caring Star 2016
Oak Park Arms
Provides: Assisted Living
408 S Oak Park Ave., Oak Park, IL 60302
"My friend was in Oak Park Arms for respite care. The care she got was very good. The place was clean, the care was very personal, and the staff was very helpful. It was overall a very pleasant..." More
"My friend was in Oak Park Arms for respite care. The care she got was very good. The place was clean, the care was very personal, and the staff was very helpful. It was overall a very pleasant..." More
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Chicago
Between the many parks, beaches, art galleries, parades, theatres, music festivals and food festivals, Chicago, Illinois, offers plenty of entertainment for all of its residents including the 277,932 seniors who reside there. Seniors who need some help with daily tasks like grooming and housekeeping can choose from the 39 assisted living facilities in the city.
In Chicago, as in the rest of Illinois, assisted living communities may be classified as supportive living facilities, sheltered care facilities, assisted living establishments or shared housing establishments. All of these facilities are licensed by the Illinois Department of Public Health.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Chicago
- Chicago has a great public transportation system, the CTA, which includes a large network of city buses, an 11-line commuter rail system and a bus and paratransit system. Chicago is also one of the largest passenger rail service hubs in the country.
- Chicago has violent crime rates of 49.5 and property crime rates of 46.3, both higher than the national averages of 22.7 and 35.4. While most assisted living facilities have 24-hour security to provide residents with peace of mind, the city's crime rates may be a consideration for seniors interested in relocating to the area.
- Social Security benefits, pensions and retirement savings account income are not taxed in Illinois. Chicago seniors may find that Illinois tax laws leave them with more money to spend on entertainment.
- Chicago's cost of living is 117.8, higher than the national average of 100. Seniors can expect to pay less for groceries and healthcare expenses as both are lower than the national average; however, they will need to budget more money for transportation, which ranks 60 points higher than the average.
- Chicago has a wet climate with 38 inches of rain and 37 inches of snow annually. The city only gets 189 sunny days per year, 16 less than the national average of 205, which may be of concern to seniors who enjoy spending lots of time outdoors.
- The Chicago area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Mount Sinai Hospital and Mercy Hospital and Medical Center, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.
Paying for Assisted Living in Chicago
Average Monthly Costs
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Assisted Living costs in Chicago start around $4,164 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.
It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Chicago and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Chicago
Eligible seniors who reside in Chicago can apply for Supplemental Security Income - Category G (SSI-G) to receive financial assistance for covering the cost of assisted living.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Illinois page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Chicago
Chicago and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Chicago, please visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Chicago
Chicago-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Illinois are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page for more information about these laws.
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Chicago, IL
Paying for Assisted Living in Chicago, IL
Free Assisted Living Resources in Chicago, IL
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Chicago, IL
Assisted Living near Chicago, IL
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Recent Reviews of Assisted Living in Chicago
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Review of Sunrise of Lincoln Park
We had some issues at Sunrise of Lincoln Park with my great aunt's room, like her toilet's overflowing. Then she got displaced and got displaced again; she got moved a few times. However, the staff... Read more
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Review of Bethany Retirement Community
The residents and most of the staff are very friendly. But the only real feature of the place is that it is very economical. The new owners are destroying the food program. Breakfast is really only... Read more
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Review of Eden Supportive Living
This is such a beautiful facility! A friend and I were looking for a place for her mom for the future. Not only was Lori Cantway (the director of the facility) such a friendly and welcoming person,... Read more
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