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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Oak Park, IL for 2024

Also serving communities of River Forest, Maywood, Melrose Park.

There are 50 Assisted Living Facilities in the Oak Park area, with 4 in Oak Park and 46 nearby.

The average cost of assisted living in Oak Park is $4,325 per month. This is higher than the national median of $3,895.

To help you with your search, browse the 1755 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Oak Park. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Oak Park 4.25 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Lincolnwood with an average rating of 4.31 out of 5 stars.

Caring.com has helped 6 families in Oak Park find high-quality senior care. To speak with one of our Family Advisors about assisted living options and costs in Oak Park, call (855) 948-3865.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Oak Park

In Oak Park, Illinois 12 percent of the 51,989 people living there are 65 and older with access to three assisted living facilities in Oak Park, along with an additional 54 in surrounding communities.  In Illinois, assisted living facilities are both licensed and regulated by the Illinois Department of Public Health. Assisted living facilities are required to have caregivers available 24 hours a day to help seniors with daily tasks, personal care, and social activities. 

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Oak Park

  • Oak Park is a very easy city to navigate without a car due to its numerous public transportation options. Pace buses provide routes throughout the town and connect to other suburbs. Oak Park is also connected directly to Chicago via Chicago Transit Authority bus routes and two elevated rail lines. In addition, the Metra commuter rail line runs through Oak Park. Seniors qualify for reduced fares on all of these options.

  • Oak Park's cost of living is 37.3% higher than the national average. Much of this is due to housing costs, but groceries, utilities and transportation are all a bit more expensive than average.

  • Since it is part of the Chicago metro area, Oak Park is close to world-class museums, arts and entertainment. Many assisted living communities arrange outings to see performances by the Chicago Symphony Orchestra or to visit the Art Institute of Chicago. The town itself also offers interesting things to do, such as the Oak Park Conservatory and the Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio.

  • The average January low in Oak Park is a chilly 18 degrees, and the area sees about 36 inches of snow every year. Summers are generally fairly mild with an average July high of 84 degrees, but high humidity can make it feel hotter than that at times.

  • The crime rate in Oak Park is fairly high. Only 17% of cities in the US have more crime per capita. The majority is property crime, particularly burglaries and vehicle theft.

  • The Oak Park area is home to world-class medical facilities, including Rush Oak Park Hospital, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.

Paying for Assisted Living in Oak Park

Assisted Living costs in Oak Park start around $4,325 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 Oak Park 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.

Cities in Illinois

Lincolnwood

$5,400

Elmhurst

$5,150

Chicago

$4,683

Park Ridge

$4,571

Oak Park

$4,325

US

$4,000

Bensenville

$3,930

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Oak Park

There are several financial assistance options for eligible seniors in the Oak Park area, including HealthChoice Illinois and the Supportive Living Program (SLP), as well as Supplemental Security Income Category G.

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Illinois page.

Financial Assistance in Illinois

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 Oak Park

Oak Park 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 Oak Park, please visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Oak Park

Oak Park-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.

Laws and Regulations in Illinois

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Necolia

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Brookdale Oak Park

My father moved into Brookdale Oak Park. He's only been there for a week. The staff is great. I can't say that as anything less. They're very helpful and seem to be attentive. The facility is...

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Assisted Living

Barbara

I visited this facility

Review of Belmont Village Oak Park

I toured Belmont Village Oak Park. The appearance of the building was great. I only met a couple of staff members, but they were friendly and helpful. I met a few people who lived there and they...

Provider response

Thank you for joining us on a tour of our Belmont Village Oak Park community. We appreciate you leaving this positive review. Please contact our Community Relations team with any further questions...

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Assisted Living

Cynthia

I visited this facility

Review of Belmont Village Oak Park

Belmont Village Oak Park was one of the places we looked at that provided a 2-person assist. I loved this place. It was amazing. Erin is the person who worked with us there. I think she's the...

Provider response

Thank you for joining us on a tour and for taking the time to leave this positive review. We have passed along your kind words to Erin. If you have any additional questions, please contact our...

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