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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.
Presence Resurrection Retirement Community is primarily independent living with a 36 room assisted living nestled into 16 acres of walking paths and a garden-like setting in the northwest side of Chicago, Illinois. Our property is the perfect place for those looking to have the beauty of nature...
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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.
Maywood Supportive Living is an affordable, caring, all-inclusive assisted living community. It features the adaptive re-use of the former Baptist Retirement Homes. The Maywood community serves low-income older adults, including those on Medicaid or those who receive monthly Social Security...
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My parents are living here and I believe my family is very happy so far. I think the staff at the facility is very attentive; they’ve had the nurses coming to the room, and have done a pretty good job with...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Norwood Crossing, a not-for-profit community located on the Northwest side of Chicago, has been serving older adults since 1896. Each day, Norwood Crossing holds true to their mission of enhancing the independence and well-being of older adults. Norwood Crossing offers several levels of service...
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My grandmother is very comfortable in this community. It is very clean i have no complaints about it. My grandmother is known by her name, which is great that she is getting that one on one attention. They...
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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 Galewood 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 and...
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As a guardian I needed a place that would work with Medicaid, [name removed] (manager) has been very nice and easy to work with. No surprises. there is a new ownership but so far it's ok.
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.
Saratoga Grove is a Providence Life Services Community. Providence, a non-profit organization, has been committed to providing quality senior living options to those entrusted to our care in Michigan, Illinois, and Indiana for over a century. Our organization offers Independent Living, Assisted...
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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
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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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Wood Dale, IL

The average cost of senior living in Wood Dale is $5,900 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bellwood, IL with an average of $5,772 per month.

Assisted living costs in Wood Dale, IL, vs. nearby cities

Wood Dale, IL
$5,900/mo
$5,914/mo

Assisted living costs in Wood Dale, IL, vs. state and national averages

Wood Dale, IL
$5,900/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Wood Dale, IL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,900/mo
$5,929/mo

Assisted living costs in Wood Dale, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$7,658/mo
Studio
$4,904/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,794/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,771/mo

Senior living costs in Wood Dale 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: Wood Dale, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWood Dale, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$5,900/mo$5,149/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,929/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$5,251/mo$4,331/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
Wood Dale, IL:$5,900/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Wood Dale, IL:$5,929/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Wood Dale, IL:$5,251/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
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Assisted living costs in Wood Dale, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Wood Dale 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Wood Dale, IL$6,011/mo$5,642/mo+6.5%
Illinois$5,614/mo$5,363/mo+4.7%
National$5,374/mo$5,126/mo+4.8%
Wood Dale, IL
2024 average cost:$6,011/mo
2023 average cost:$5,642/mo
Percent change:+6.5%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$5,614/mo
2023 average cost:$5,363/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
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2024 average cost:$5,374/mo
2023 average cost:$5,126/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Wood Dale, 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 Wood Dale.

What families are saying about assisted living in Wood Dale

Recent reviews for assisted living in Wood Dale

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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Emerald Place in Glenview, IL

5.0
Their activities director [name removed] was outstanding, as well as their custodial and support staff team. Truly, but the cost at the time seemed high

Wood Dale review score based on 609 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 609 reviews of 51 Wood Dale assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Wood Dale 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

Wood Dale review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Wood Dale, IL51 facilities
8.6
Bensenville, IL58 facilities
8.7
Itasca, IL49 facilities

Review subcategories for Wood Dale 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 609 reviews of 51 Wood Dale assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Wood Dale 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.
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Cleanliness
4.1
4.0
Friendliness
4.2
4.1
Care services
3.8
3.7
Staff
4.1
3.9
Meals & dining
3.8
3.6
Activities
3.8
3.6
Value for cost*
3.8
3.6
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Wood Dale assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wood Dale assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wood Dale, 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 Wood Dale 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 Wood Dale 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
90.2%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
78.4%
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
94.1%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
49%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
74.5%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
76.5%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Wood Dale 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 Wood Dale 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
82.4%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
62.7%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
68.6%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
31.4%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Wood Dale 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 Wood Dale 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
66.7%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
80.4%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
82.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
68.6%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
39.2%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Wood Dale 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 Wood Dale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
72.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
80.4%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
70.6%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.5%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wood Dale 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 Wood Dale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wood Dale, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
92.2%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
74.5%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
64.7%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
90.2%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
92.2%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
96.1%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
82.4%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
82.4%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
88.2%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
90.2%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
90.2%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
62.7%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
54.9%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
88.2%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Wood Dale

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