Senior care in Chicago, IL
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Senior living snapshot
What to know about senior living in Chicago
- Communities
158
Listed in Chicago
- Avg rating
3.9 / 5
754 family reviews
- Verified
0
Operator-managed listings
- Care types
5
Available locally
Public records and government data for families
Five sources we recommend when researching Chicago. All free, all government-published.
Crime + safety data
Verified crime statistics for Chicago, sourced from local law enforcement.
FBI Crime Data Explorer
Hospitals + nursing-home quality
Star ratings, inspection reports, and complaint history for nursing facilities in Illinois.
Medicare Care Compare
VA medical centers
Locate the nearest VA medical center, community-based outpatient clinic, or VA-approved provider in Illinois.
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Illinois Medicaid + senior services
Eligibility, Home and Community Based Services waivers, and Area Agency on Aging contacts for Illinois.
Eldercare Locator (ACL.gov)
HUD Fair Market Rent
Federally-published rent benchmarks for the Chicago area, used to price subsidized senior housing.
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Browse by care type in Chicago
Pick the level of care first. Pricing, amenities, and the services available all vary by care type.
SNF
Top nursing homes in Chicago
A skilled nursing facility (SNF, often called a nursing home) provides 24-hour licensed medical care and rehabilitation for seniors with serious health conditions.
AL
Top assisted living in Chicago
Assisted living provides personal care, meals, and daily support for seniors who need help with everyday tasks but not full medical supervision.
IL
Top independent living in Chicago
Independent living is community housing for active seniors who want amenities, social life, and freedom from home upkeep without daily personal-care services.
HC
Top home care in Chicago
Home care brings personal-care services and companionship into the senior's own home rather than moving them into a community.
SA
Top senior apartments in Chicago
Senior apartments are age-restricted rental homes - typically for residents 55+ or 62+ - designed for older adults who live independently.
Cost of living near Chicago
The cost of living in Illinois is slightly less than the national average, about 5.5% less. Illinois is quite affordable outside of Chicago and can be a great place to retire. In almost all areas, Illinois has a lower cost of living. However, one area where Illinois is more expensive is transportation. Suppose you don't need to go anywhere. In that case, however, the state is quite affordable, especially in the housing department, where it's nearly 15 points below the national average and almost $100K cheaper than the rest of the country. So check out Illinois and see if it fits within your budget.
- Overall
- 94.5
- Grocery
- 97.4
- Housing
- 85.2
- Utilities
- 95.8
- Transport
- 106.5
- Misc.
- 96.7
100 = US average. Illinois statewide; Chicago-specific data may vary.
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Common questions about senior living in Chicago
- How many senior living communities are in Chicago, IL?
- Chicago, IL has 158 senior living communities across 5 care types including nursing homes, assisted living, independent living.
- What care types are available in Chicago?
- Local options include nursing homes, assisted living, independent living, home care, senior apartments. Choose the care level first; pricing, amenities, and required services all vary by care type.
- How much does senior living cost in Chicago?
- The cost of living in Illinois is slightly less than the national average, about 5.5% less. Illinois is quite affordable outside of Chicago and can be a great place to retire. In almost all areas, Illinois has a lower cost of living. However, one area where Illinois is more expensive is transportation. Suppose you don't need to go anywhere. In that case, however, the state is quite affordable, especially in the housing department, where it's nearly 15 points below the national average and almost $100K cheaper than the rest of the country. So check out Illinois and see if it fits within your budget. Pricing in Chicago varies by apartment size and care level; request a written cost breakdown from each community on your shortlist.
- Does Medicare or Medicaid cover senior living in Chicago?
- Medicare doesn't cover assisted living, independent living, or senior apartments. It does cover medically necessary short-term skilled nursing care after a qualifying hospital stay. Medicaid programs in Illinois may cover some services for eligible residents; coverage and eligibility vary by program.
- How do I tour senior living communities in Chicago?
- Request pricing through SeniorSite and we'll send you availability and tour information from the communities you're considering. Most communities welcome both scheduled tours and drop-in visits during business hours.
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