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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Glen Oak, IL
If you’re looking for assisted living in Glen Oak, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Glen Oak or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Glen Oak.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Glen Oak for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 52 assisted living facilities in the Glen Oak area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Dunning, Norwood Park and Jefferson Park.
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Windsor Park Rehab is the best facility by far, staff is so genuinely caring and their team is always available to speak to family at all times, always keeping you updated on your loved ones. Will highly...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
A nationally accredited lifecare retirement community set on an impeccably manicured 60-acre campus, Windsor Park Manor offers the tranquility and charm of a country home. We offer the largest variety of retirement lifestyles and services in Chicago’s western suburbs— a residential style for...
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My loved one was previously a resident at Tabor Hills and overall her experience at this facility was good. She had a large living area and the cost was less than several other facilities in the area.
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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Cost of assisted living in Glen Oak, IL
The average cost of senior living in Glen Oak is $5,824 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Westmont, IL with an average of $5,706 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Glen Oak, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Glen Oak, IL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Glen Oak vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Glen Oak, IL by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Glen Oak over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Glen Oak, IL
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What families are saying about assisted living in Glen Oak
Recent reviews for assisted living in Glen Oak
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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Churchill Place in Glen Ellyn, IL
5.0
Based on our experience I would recommend. So far everything has been very good no problems and everyone has been great and easy to work with.
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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Many reviews mention the friendly and inviting nature of the communities, with residents and staff treating each other like family. At HarborChase of Naperville, staff greet residents by name and make sure everyone feels included. At Saratoga Grove Retirement, residents feel at home and enjo ...
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Variety of activities to accommodate diverse interests. Communities offer a wide range of activities, from games and social events to educational programs and outdoor excursions. Residents at HarborChase of Naperville appreciate the engaging activities while at Cedarhurst of Naperville, they enjoy the variety and constantly refreshed library.
Professional and caring staff. Reviews often highlight the compassionate and attentive care provided by community staff. At Brookdale Glen Ellyn, staff went above and beyond to help a family in need, while at Brookdale Des Plaines, the skilled nurses and caregivers make a real difference in residents' lives.
Delicious and nutritious meal options. Meals are a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Alto Wheaton, the food is nutritious and always appreciated, while at Atria Park of Glen Ellyn, residents look forward to mealtimes and enjoy the restaurant-style dining experiences.
Violinist performances for residents' enjoyment. Residents at Cantata Adult Life Services a CCRC enjoy the regular violin performances, which bring joy and create a sense of community. The music touches their hearts and adds to the overall warmth and charm of the community.
Beautifully renovated and maintained facilities. Communities are praised for their cleanliness, updated amenities, and inviting atmosphere. At Lombard Place Assisted Living and Memory Care, residents appreciate the bright hallways and seating areas, while at Atria Park of Glen Ellyn, the beautifully decorated common spaces encourage social ...
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Glen Oak review score based on 539 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 539 reviews of 49 Glen Oak assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Glen Oak 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
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Review subcategories for Glen Oak 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 539 reviews of 49 Glen Oak assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Glen Oak 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.Glen Oak, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.1
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Glen Oak assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Glen Oak assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Glen Oak, 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 Glen Oak 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 Glen Oak that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
87.8%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
81.6%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
93.9%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
51%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
83.7%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
79.6%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Glen Oak 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 Glen Oak Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
83.7%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
67.3%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
77.6%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
34.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Glen Oak 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 Glen Oak partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
73.5%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
81.6%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
79.6%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
73.5%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
32.7%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Glen Oak 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 Glen Oak communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
75.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
81.6%
42%
Room service
Room service
67.3%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
36.7%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Glen Oak 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 Glen Oak offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
91.8%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
79.6%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
65.3%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
91.8%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
93.9%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
93.9%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
87.8%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
83.7%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
91.8%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
93.9%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
91.8%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
53.1%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
57.1%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
91.8%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Glen Oak
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Illinois assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Glen Oak protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Northbrook, Encore at South Barrington and Sunrise of Naperville North are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Glen Oak, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 52 assisted living facilities near Glen Oak, Illinois. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Glen Oak, Illinois are Brookdale Northbrook, Encore at South Barrington and Sunrise of Naperville North. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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