The Selfhelp Home
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- Care type
- Assisted Living
- Room types
- One-Bedroom Apartment, Private Room, Shared Room, Studio Apartment
- Resident rating
- 4.5 of 5 (4 reviews)
- Amenities listed
- 20
About The Selfhelp Home
The Selfhelp Home is a not-for-profit retirement community in the Chicago area serving older Jewish adults. Independent living residents choose from studio and one-bedroom apartments and receive housekeeping, meals, laundry, utilities (except phone), satellite TV, transportation, and 24/7 on-site staff as part of their monthly rental fee. The community offers daily exercise classes, weekly concerts, and cultural activities.
Meals are freshly prepared and Kosher (non-certified). Residents in the assisted-living program receive care in their apartments from trained personal aides supervised by a Nurse Manager, allowing them to remain in their homes as care needs change. The community maintains communication with residents' physicians and integrates independent and assisted-living residents so people can age in place without relocating.
Selfhelp observes Jewish holidays and traditions, including Friday night services and observances like Hanukkah and Sukkot.
It offers assisted living communities, independent living facilities, memory care units, continuing care retirement communities, skilled nursing facilities, respite care services, active adult communities, senior co-housing, adult day care centers, and life plan communities. Residents have access to 20 listed amenities and services spanning dining services, fitness facilities, health and wellness, outdoor spaces, personal care services, recreational activities, safety and security, social engagement, technology access, and transportation. Across 4 resident and family reviews, it holds an average rating of 4.5 out of 5.
Living options
- Assisted Living Communities
- Independent Living Facilities
- Memory Care Units
- Continuing Care Retirement Communities
- Skilled Nursing Facilities
- Respite Care Services
- Active Adult Communities
- Senior Co-housing
- Adult Day Care Centers
- Life Plan Communities
Pricing at The Selfhelp Home
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Amenities & services
Dining Services
- Nutritious meals prepared by professional chefs
- Dietary accommodations available
Fitness Facilities
- Exercise equipment available
- Yoga and meditation classes
Health and Wellness
- On-site medical staff
- Regular health screenings and fitness programs
Outdoor Spaces
- Gardens and walking paths
- Patio areas for relaxation
Personal Care Services
- Assistance with daily living activities
- Personal grooming and hygiene support
Recreational Activities
- Arts and crafts classes
- Group outings and excursions
Safety and Security
- 24-hour security staff
- Emergency call systems in each room
Social Engagement
- Community events and gatherings
- Book clubs and discussion groups
Technology Access
- Wi-Fi throughout the facility
- Computer access for residents
Transportation
- Scheduled transportation for appointments
- Shuttle services for local errands
Location
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Reviews of The Selfhelp Home
4.5 out of 5 · Based on 4 resident and family reviews
Rating breakdown
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What families mention about The Selfhelp Home
- Activities & engagement2 mentions · 5.0
“The facility offers an array of activities -- opera programs, ice cream socials, current events, etc.”
- 4.0- seapilot94
at least shes around to celebrate it.
- 5.0- redastronaut71
The facility offers an array of activities -- opera programs, ice cream socials, current events, etc.
- 5.0- southerncolleague73
For those who are mobile, there are frequent outings.
- 4.0- tanastronaut36
Well-run Medicaid nursing homes look pretty similar.
How The Selfhelp Home compares nearby
Resident ratings and review volume for The Selfhelp Home and nearby communities. Pricing is set per community; request a quote for an exact monthly cost.
| Community | Care type | Rating | Reviews | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Selfhelp HomeThis page | Assisted Living | 4.5 | 4 | Chicago, IL |
| The Admiral At The Lake | Assisted Living | 4.8 | 12 | Chicago, IL |
| Grasmere Residential Care | Assisted Living | 4.0 | 1 | Chicago, IL |
| Friendly Towers | Assisted Living | 4.5 | 2 | Chicago, IL |
| Bethany Retirement Community | Assisted Living | 3.9 | 9 | Chicago, IL |
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