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44 Floor plans available
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Sunrise LP has many different size suites. Ours is smaller by choice, but still plenty of room. There are many activities and the staff works really hard to get the residents involved-there are daily movies,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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11 Floor plan available
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Heritage Woods of Chicago is an affordable assisted living community exclusively designed for low income seniors 65 or older. Fully certified by the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Living, Heritage Woods is located on the west side of Chicago. Heritage Woods is a lovely place to call...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Ivy Apartments, nestled in the heart of the Lincoln Park/DePaul University area, provides both independent & supportive living options for its residents. Our 24 hour supportive living staff provides personal care assistance with activities of daily living for our seniors, in the privacy of...
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Hello my name is [removed] I'm a resident in Greenview Place.If you looking for a place that is interested in your health and your happiness,this is the place.Each one of the staff at Greenview Place has...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Cost of assisted living in Forest Park, IL

The average cost of senior living in Forest Park is $6,704 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Joliet, IL with an average of $6,329 per month.

Assisted living costs in Forest Park, IL, vs. state and national averages

Forest Park, IL
$6,704/mo
U.S. national average
$5,909/mo

Assisted living costs in Forest Park, IL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$6,704/mo
$8,084/mo

Assisted living costs in Forest Park, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$3,886/mo
Studio
$5,298/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,125/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,951/mo

Senior living costs in Forest Park vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Forest Park, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeForest Park, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$6,704/mo$6,413/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$8,084/mo$7,829/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living$3,412/mo$3,360/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Forest Park, IL:$6,704/mo
Illinois:$6,413/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Forest Park, IL:$8,084/mo
Illinois:$7,829/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Forest Park, IL:$3,412/mo
Illinois:$3,360/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Assisted living costs in Forest Park, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Forest Park and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Forest Park, IL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Forest Park have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Forest Park, IL$5,949/mo$5,680/mo+4.7%
Illinois$5,730/mo$5,484/mo+4.5%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Forest Park, IL
2024 average cost:$5,949/mo
2023 average cost:$5,680/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$5,730/mo
2023 average cost:$5,484/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Forest Park, IL

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Forest Park.

What families are saying about assisted living in Forest Park

Recent reviews for assisted living in Forest Park

Cantata Adult Life Services a CCRC in Brookfield, IL

4.8
I recommend Cantata because they have a robust rehab gym staffed with professionals in physical therapy, occupational therapy, balance, speech/memory therapy. It is located on a quiet tree lined landscaped campus with onsite Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing and Independent Living. The staff ...
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Oak Trace a CCRC in Downers Grove, IL

4.8
They're short of help, all the way around. That's the main challenge. Sometimes it's hard to find a nurse on the nursing floor. But I really like the assisted living building. They're very good with their activities and keeping their people up to date on things. I had one relative move to ...
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Victory Centre of Elk Grove in Elk Grove Village, IL

5.0
My brother lives in Victory Centre of Elk Grove Village, IL. I visit him frequently and I have found it to be Clean, Friendly and warm. The Staff from Administration to Nursing, Dining, and Maintence are all warm and caring, they know the residents' names, are respectful and always willing ...
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Forest Park review score based on 19,163 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 19163 reviews of 415 Forest Park assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Forest Park review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Forest Park review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Forest Park, IL415 facilities
8.7
Naperville, IL416 facilities
8.7
Joliet, IL416 facilities

Review subcategories for Forest Park assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 19,163 reviews of 415 Forest Park assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Forest Park resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Forest Park, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.4
4.3
Staff
4.6
4.6
Meals & dining
4.3
4.2
Activities
4.4
4.3
Value for cost*
4.3
4.3
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Forest Park assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forest Park assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forest Park, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Forest Park assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Forest Park that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Forest Park, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
68.4%
45.6%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
57%
29.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.8%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
95%
93.2%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80.4%
49.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
41.5%
26.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.9%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.1%
41.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.9%
46%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Forest Park assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Forest Park Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Forest Park, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67.2%
44.6%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
50.2%
28.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
56.3%
35.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.2%
12%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Forest Park assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Forest Park partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Forest Park, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
51.7%
24%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60.5%
35.9%
No sugar
No sugar
56.4%
32.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.9%
32%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
24.6%
16.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Forest Park assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Forest Park communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Forest Park, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
59.6%
27.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
70.6%
37.1%
Room service
Room service
52.8%
32.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.4%
15.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forest Park assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Forest Park offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Forest Park, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
72.5%
40.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
52.5%
27.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
55.3%
26.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
73.5%
43.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
75.1%
43.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80.1%
45.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61.6%
36.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
63.5%
31.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.7%
33.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
73.7%
40.9%
Live performances
Live performances
73.3%
41%
Dances
Dances
50.8%
26.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
52.8%
21.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.3%
40.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Forest Park

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Illinois assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Forest Park protect seniors.
Learn about Illinois assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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The Clare, Brookdale Des Plaines and Brookdale Glen Ellyn are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Forest Park, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 56 assisted living facilities near Forest Park, Illinois. See the full list.
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The best assisted living facilities near you in Forest Park, Illinois are Brookdale Des Plaines, Brookdale Glen Ellyn and Arden Courts A ProMedica Memory Care Community in Northbrook. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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