Best Senior Living in Chicago, Illinois
142 communities found
Chicago lists 207 senior living options, including 142 residential communities and 65 home care agencies. Across 163 rated communities, the average rating is 3.9, based on 10,125 reviews read.
- 207options listed
- 3.9average rating, 163 rated
- 10,125family reviews read
- 3operator-verified
- 1small homes, 10 or fewer
Amada Senior Care
Chicago, Illinois
4.9(73)
Home care · no referral needed
The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community
Chicago, Illinois
4.8(165)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+2 more
Clarendale Six Corners
Chicago, Illinois
4.8(143)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more
Montclare Supportive Living Community
Chicago, Illinois
4.8(119)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Home Instead
Chicago, Illinois
4.9(35)
Home care · no referral needed
Ascension Living Resurrection Village
Chicago, Illinois
4.7(421)
Home care · no referral needed
Hartwell Place
Chicago, Illinois
5(15)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+2 more
Eden Supportive Living
Chicago, Illinois
4.7(121)
Assisted Living
The Vistas of Lincoln Park
Chicago, Illinois
4.7(120)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Buckingham Pavilion Nursing and Rehabilitation
Chicago, Illinois
4.7(92)
Home health
Linden House Apartments- Chicago
Chicago, Illinois
4.7(73)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Senior Suites of Kelvyn Park
Chicago, Illinois
4.7(53)
Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+2 more
Best-rated senior living in Chicago
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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4.9 (73 reviews)· Assisted Living, At-Home Care, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Families praise compassionate, reliable caregivers and the personal involvement of owners Adam and Jennifer Busch during hospice, recovery, and dementia care.
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The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community
4.8 (165 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Families describe a clean, well-run Jewish senior living and rehabilitation community with friendly, professional nursing, PT/OT, and support staff.
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4.8 (143 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Most reviewers praise the friendly staff, clean modern facility, dining, and activities, though some report staffing and communication gaps in memory care.
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Montclare Supportive Living Community
4.8 (119 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Families describe a clean, warm community where staff know residents by name and provide compassionate caregiving and engaging activities.
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4.9 (35 reviews)· Assisted Living, At-Home Care, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Families praise responsive, well-matched in-home caregivers and attentive office staff across hospice, dementia, and post-hospitalization care.
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Ascension Living Resurrection Village
4.7 (421 reviews)· Assisted Living, At-Home Care, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Families praise warm, attentive staff, a clean campus spanning independent living through skilled nursing, and an active chapel with steady activities.
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Hartwell PlaceVerified
5 (15 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 29 units
Families describe a small, dedicated memory care community offering close, personalized attention in an intimate, home-like Andersonville setting.
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4.7 (121 reviews)· Assisted Living
Families describe a warm, social community with attentive activities staff, tasty food, and a clean, well-decorated building.
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4.7 (120 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care0
Families praise warm, attentive staff, cleanliness, and a full calendar of activities at this Lincoln Park community.
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Buckingham Pavilion Nursing and Rehabilitation
4.7 (92 reviews)· Assisted Living, Home Health, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families praise strong nursing, rehabilitation, and social work teams along with dedicated kosher and Shomer Shabbos observance for Orthodox Jewish residents.
What families say about senior living in Chicago
Counted across the review summaries of 143 Chicago communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Families most often mention caring, attentive staff, noted in 93% of 143 communities, along with building and grounds in 59% and cleanliness in 55%. The most common concerns are staff attitude at 58%, communication with families at 45%, and building upkeep at 41%.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 93%
- Building and grounds 59%
- Cleanliness 55%
- Medical and nursing care 55%
- Activities and social life 47%
Concerns raised
- Staff attitude 58%
- Communication with families 45%
- Building and upkeep 41%
- Staffing levels and turnover 34%
“The team at The Clare have been a joy to collaborate with. The staff are consistently thorough and detail oriented. Each event has been well organized and seamlessly executed.”
“The employee was so nice from the first time I met them made me feel good and like I was a lost family member that they had found they all showed love”
“I love this place ! Good food ,good bed , wonder staff in all areas . Seems to be a culture of caring .The physical therapy is top notch !!”
Senior Living in Chicago: the figures
- •Of the 11 with a known size, 1 have ten residents or fewer, 1 have 11 to 60, and 9 have more than 60.
- •75 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2.1 out of 5: 13 rated four stars or better, 32 rated one star.
- •6 report accepting Medicaid.
- •Among the 6 that publish a starting price, prices start at $725 a month with a median of $3,180.
- •Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (136), medication management (135), housekeeping (125), gathering / activity spaces (116), social activities (109), private rooms (106).
How families pay for senior living in Illinois
Most families in Illinois start by looking at what they already have: savings, retirement income, and often the proceeds from selling a home. Private funds cover the bulk of assisted living, memory care, and independent living costs in the state, at least at first. Long-term care insurance, if a parent or spouse purchased a policy years ago, can offset some of the monthly cost, though the details of what it pays and for how long vary by policy. Veterans and surviving spouses may qualify for VA Aid and Attendance, a benefit that helps with the cost of care for those who meet the service and income requirements. It's worth checking early, since the application process can take time.
The full picture for the state: Senior Living in Illinois.
Senior Living near Chicago
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Park5 mi | 9 | 3.9 / 5 | 5 mi |
| Lincolnwood8.8 mi | 19 | 4.6 / 5 | 8.8 mi |
| Niles10.9 mi | 22 | 4.2 / 5 | 10.9 mi |
| Skokie11.1 mi | 30 | 4.2 / 5 | 11.1 mi |
| Evergreen Park11.2 mi | 7 | 4.3 / 5 | 11.2 mi |
| Evanston11.4 mi | 13 | 4.1 / 5 | 11.4 mi |
| Oak Lawn11.6 mi | 11 | 3.8 / 5 | 11.6 mi |
| Rosemont12 mi | 5 | 2.3 / 5 | 12 mi |
All of Illinois: Senior Living in Illinois. Closer to home? Compare senior living near you, sorted by distance.
About these figures
Computed on October 9, 2026 from the 207 communities listed in Chicago, 10,125 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change; the written summary was last revised September 24, 2026.
Senior Living in Chicago: Common Questions
How many senior living communities are in Chicago, Illinois?
MyLivingChoice lists 207 senior living communities in Chicago, Illinois, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
How much does senior living cost in Chicago?
Among Chicago communities that publish pricing, senior living starts around $725/month, with an average published starting rate near $3,707/month. Final costs depend on care needs and apartment choice.
Which senior living communities in Chicago are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Safe Life Home Health Care Chicago (5★, 22 ratings), Hartwell Place (5★, 15 ratings), Tru-Care Home Health (5★, 13 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Chicago?
Beyond senior living, Chicago has skilled nursing / long term care (131 communities), assisted living (79 communities), independent living (72 communities), home health (68 communities), memory care (57 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
Do any senior living communities in Chicago accept Medicaid?
Yes. 6 senior living communities in Chicago report accepting Medicaid. Use the Medicaid filter on this page to see them, and confirm current availability directly with each community, as waiver programs often have waitlists.
How do families rate senior living in Chicago?
Families rate Chicago senior living communities 3.9 out of 5 on average, across 10,125 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Chicago senior living communities?
Across the review summaries of 143 Chicago communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 93%), building and grounds (mentioned for 59%), cleanliness (mentioned for 55%). The most common concerns are staff attitude (58%), communication with families (45%), building and upkeep (41%).
Are there small senior living homes in Chicago?
Yes. Of the 11 Chicago communities with a known size, 1 has ten residents or fewer, 1 has 11 to 60, and 9 have more than 60. Small licensed homes are listed here alongside large communities, which most directories skip.
How do Chicago nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?
75 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Chicago carry an overall star rating, averaging 2.1 out of 5. 13 are rated four stars or better and 32 are rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.
Prefer to stay home?
Home care agencies serving Chicago bring help to the house: daily living, companionship, and respite for family caregivers.