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Photo of Churchview Supportive 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.
Churchview Supportive Living is an assisted living community located in Chicago, IL. The city of Chicago is located in Cook County and home to over 2.7 million people. It's an exciting city with lots of great restaurants and shops. Residents can enjoy going on outings when the weather is warm and...
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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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Jackson Park Supportive Living is its own community within itself. The residents acts as family helping each other when possible. The staff works greatly together, providing the best services possible for...
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.
The Jackson Park Supportive Living Facility was created to provide a safe, comfortable, and supportive living environment for individuals age 22-64 years old offering the highest level of service and expertise while maintaining the individual's independence.Our apartments are designed to provide...
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I moved here a month ago it's amazing yes amazing home I Love it here. The staff is outstanding great.,and resident's are so nice too. I'm write you because I believe in this friendly home ,all my prayers...
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.
Our longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Victory Centre of Sierra Ridge community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one. Above all else, this is your life...
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My mother suffered a very severe stroke and was unable, to talk, communicate in any way, move, eat or do anything for herself at all. The level of care she received at K-B was extraordinary. She was fed,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
King-Bruwaert House (KBH) continues its tradition of providing unsurpassed care and residential lifestyle options to seniors aged 60 or better for over 90 years. As a private, non-profit community, KBH offers a year-round active setting for those seeking independent living, assisted living,...
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I am very happy and pleased with this facility so far. All of the staff members have been so helpful and very accommodating. I really like the director and she was amazing in getting my cousin set up and...
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.
The Montclare Supportive Living Community is the choice for an affordable assisted lifestyle community in the Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago. Welcome to a gracious, affordable assisted lifestyle in your community. At the Montclare, you’ll enjoy friendly neighbors to share common life...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Oak Lawn, IL

The average cost of senior living in Oak Lawn is $5,461 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Dixmoor, IL with an average of $5,165 per month.

Assisted living costs in Oak Lawn, IL, vs. nearby cities

Oak Lawn, IL
$5,461/mo
$5,522/mo

Assisted living costs in Oak Lawn, IL, vs. state and national averages

Oak Lawn, IL
$5,461/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Oak Lawn, IL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,461/mo
$5,478/mo

Assisted living costs in Oak Lawn, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,420/mo
Studio
$5,419/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,440/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,824/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,665/mo

Senior living costs in Oak Lawn 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: Oak Lawn, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeOak Lawn, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$5,461/mo$5,149/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,478/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$5,957/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Oak Lawn, IL:$5,461/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Oak Lawn, IL:$5,478/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Oak Lawn, IL:$5,957/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Oak Lawn, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Oak Lawn 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 Oak Lawn, IL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Oak Lawn 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 median 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Oak Lawn, IL$5,642/mo$5,492/mo+2.7%
Illinois$5,632/mo$5,379/mo+4.7%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Oak Lawn, IL
2024 average cost:$5,642/mo
2023 average cost:$5,492/mo
Percent change:+2.7%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$5,632/mo
2023 average cost:$5,379/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Oak Lawn, 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 Oak Lawn.

What families are saying about assisted living in Oak Lawn

Recent reviews for assisted living in Oak Lawn

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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Royal Estates Assistive Living in Dolton, IL

4.9
We were looking for place for our Mother to live near us. After touring a fair amount of facilities in Southern suburbs, we had almost give up. Then my sister and I found Royal Estates. After meeting with the staff there we thought this might be good fit for Mother. We learned that the services ...
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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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Oak Lawn review score based on 288 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 288 reviews of 30 Oak Lawn assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Oak Lawn 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

Oak Lawn review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Oak Lawn, IL30 facilities
8.5
Chicago Ridge, IL34 facilities
8.1
Hometown, IL30 facilities

Review subcategories for Oak Lawn 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 288 reviews of 30 Oak Lawn assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Oak Lawn 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.
Oak Lawn, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
4.1
Care services
4.1
3.8
Staff
4.3
4.0
Meals & dining
3.8
3.6
Activities
3.9
3.7
Value for cost*
3.8
3.7
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Oak Lawn assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oak Lawn assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oak Lawn, 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 Oak Lawn 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 Oak Lawn that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Oak Lawn, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
70%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66.7%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
86.7%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.3%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Oak Lawn 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 Oak Lawn Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Oak Lawn, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
56.7%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
66.7%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.3%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Oak Lawn 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 Oak Lawn partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oak Lawn, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
63.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
53.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
50%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Oak Lawn 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 Oak Lawn communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oak Lawn, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
43.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
43.3%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.3%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oak Lawn 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 Oak Lawn offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Oak Lawn, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
76.7%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
63.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
90%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
83.3%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
93.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.3%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
70%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
73.3%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
80%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
83.3%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
53.3%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
46.7%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
80%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Oak Lawn

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 Oak Lawn protect seniors.
Learn about Illinois assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Grace Point Place Memory Care, Mercy Circle Senior Living and Palos Heights Senior Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Oak Lawn, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 31 assisted living facilities near Oak Lawn, Illinois. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Oak Lawn, Illinois are Brookdale Des Plaines, Mercy Circle Senior Living and Brookdale Glen Ellyn. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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