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We are extremely happy with the level of care and attention my dad receives at Terra Vista. He was at another facility prior to Terra Vista, and his physical and mental health really deteriorated. Since...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Terra Vista of Oakbrook Terrace is changing the view on Alzheimer's care. We have recognized that a diagnosis of dementia for a loved one is a diagnosis for the whole family. We believe that keeping a family connected is imperative to not only providing the best possible, personalized care to the...
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My mom is in Independent Living so less care needed. The Sheridan was very helpful getting us extra help as needed. The new ED is great and very hands on.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Start living an upscale lifestyle in the spring of 2021 at The Sheridan at Oak Brook. Learn about our exclusive Diamond Charter Membership!The Sheridan at Oak Brook is located in one of Chicago’s most fancied neighborhoods. Part of the Signature Collection at Senior Lifestyle, this community...
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I rate all categories a 5!!! Staff: kind, caring, helpful and always on time-on giving meds. This is a wonderful place to live.
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.
Cordia Senior Residence is taking senior living to a new level and it all begins with the fresh and innovative approach that we take towards it. Through our staff and a variety of unique and engaging programs, we inspire our residents to lead lives on the own terms. At Cordia Senior Residence, we...
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They've been a bit slow to fix some issues like internet and a list of other items. All in all, people are decent and Mom is pretty happy there. Just would like faster and better responsiveness on smaller...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Bridgeway of Bensenville features independent living homes and apartments offering a worry-free lifestyle. Additionally, Bridgeway of Bensenville offers various levels of assisted living and memory care to those that require more help with daily activities.Lifestyle Amenities:Choice of large...
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The facility is excellent. No one wants to be in a nursing home, but the staff at Oakbrook try to make it as caring as possible. We moved my mother-in-law to Oakbrook from another nursing home (it was a...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Oak Brook Care includes physical, occupational, speech and holistic therapies. We specialize in orthopedic, cardiac, and neurological recovery, and our physician specialists visit their patients in the building. Oak Brook Care also offers a number of resident activities both in and outside the...
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The care staff does seem to care. The administrative staff can sometimes be hard to reach. It is a beautiful facility and I think it would be hard to find a perfect facility. I would recommend it.
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.
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People are very caring. I have been there at all times of the day and night and see how they take care of him. They have good therapy services. They keep the rooms clean. They always have kind words for...
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.
At our continuing care retirement community, or CCRC, located just outside of Chicago, you can redefine your independence. You’ll have the care you need when you need it with assisted living, Alzheimer’s and dementia care and skilled nursing all on one campus. You’ll have assistance with...
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My mother who recently passed away spent about 7 years as a resident of Central Baptist Village. First in the Terrace for those with mid stage Alzheimer’s and then in the Skilled Nursing Pavilion for those...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
We invite you to join us at Central Baptist Village, where we are inspired by faith, family, and friendship. From the moment you arrive, you'll feel at home at this community that's been at the heart of Chicago's near north suburbs for more than a century. Here, friends await you, ready to chat...
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It a very nice and inviting environment for my mom and also for me when I visit. I feel really good about having my mom there and she really likes it. t's better for people who don't need a ton of extra care...
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.
The Aspired Living family is excited to welcome Aspired Living of La Grange to the rapidly growing family of independent living, assisted living and memory support communities. Joining Aspired Living of Westmont and Aspired Living of Prospect Heights, La Grange’s newest state-of-the-art assisted...
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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...
Provides: Assisted 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.
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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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
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.
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
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.
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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The food is great. They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They have a lot of great activities. They offer; crafts, movie night, art, workout facilities, trainers, happy hour, and religious opportunities. I...
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.
We, at Magnolia Assisted Living, are committed to providing a highly personalized assisted living experience, complete with a full range of services to maintain your mother’s lifestyle preferences. We recognize that striking a balance between community and individuality is as unique as each...
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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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Since mom became a resident in [date removed] our overall experience has been a very positive one. Mom will turn [age removed] in June and lived in her house for 70 years. She, time and again tells me, "If I...
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.
Caledonia Senior Living is a small, private home providing both assisted living and 24-hour nursing care in a beautiful, intimate setting. Our home is nestled on five wooded acres, and offers a wide range of services and activities to meet all of your needs. We are a non-profit organization,...
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I picked this community, because it was near my home, the sales director at the time, [name removed]made me feel really comfortable with me leaving my aunt under her care, and the pricing was the most...
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.
Paul House offers our assisted living program members a central Irving Park address with a vibrant, inviting community, deep historical roots and a worry-free residential community. We have three service levels and three types of private apartments: efficiency studio, studio and one bedroom, all...
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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.
Moraine Court Supportive Living supports and encourages our residents to enjoy and active-lifestyle in a safe community. Let us show you how Moraine Court can combine the best of private living and assistance with daily living needs. Our supportive Living program is designed to promote...
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My parents are my world and my worst nightmare happened and my Mom fell. She dislocated one arm and broke the other. We chose this place and I will say I was worried. Will they treat her right, will she fall...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Since 1984, Lexington has been a part of the community helping to serve seniors throughout the Chicagoland suburbs. Our sub acute rehabilitation program is designed specifically for those individuals recovering from a hospital stay or recent surgery, requiring short term rehabilitation and/or...
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My mother was here for about six weeks and their staff provides excellent care. The rehabilitation and therapy was excellent, they are very personable, and their nursing was very good. I was very pleased and...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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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This is one of the best nursing home in Illinois. The administration staff, the medical staff are so caring and friendly. They took excellent care of my father and he got to go home. He was very happy...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
Elmwood Care is a 245 bed skilled nursing facility offering a variety of quality, healthcare services.  While at Elmwood Care, you will receive a complete course of treatment provided by our licensed and certified professional staff. Our rehabilitation programs include...
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Everybody is wonderful and her care is great. She loves it there. Therapy is very good. They are amazing. It is very clean. They have been very good. The social worker and the admissions coordinator have...
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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.
Meadowbrook Manor of LaGrange is located in the Historic District of LaGrange. Originally built in 1911 as The lllinois Masonic Children's Home, this unique building has served the long term care community for over 40 years. Our medical and rehabilitation professionals offer state of the art...
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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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My stay has been great so far. Like all of us, they have room for improvement especially when it comes to the amount of time it can take them to get to my call light. My therapy services are fine. I have had...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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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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.
Bridgeview Health Care Center is a 146 bed skilled and intermediate nursing facility which has been serving Bridgeview and the surrounding communities for over 35 years. The facility has a dedicated special care unit for individuals who have Alzheimer’s or other related dementias.Bridgeview has...

Cost of nursing homes in Cook County, IL

The average cost of senior living in Cook County is $5,732 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Countryside, IL with an average of $5,627 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Cook County, IL vs. nearby counties

Cook County, IL
$5,732/mo
$5,717/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Cook County, IL vs. the state and national average

Cook County, IL
$5,732/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Cook County vs. other types of senior living

$5,779/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,732/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Cook County, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$7,651/mo
Studio
$5,769/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,699/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,071/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,013/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Cook County over time

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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Cook County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Cook County

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.

Bella Terra Bloomingdale

4.6
Excellent caring staff. The food was always hot and fresh. Excellent chef as all of the food is made right there on premises. The nurses and aides were very caring and attentive to our needs. Great therapy team. The facility is immaculate I would highly recommend this facility

Cook County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cook County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cook County, 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 Cook County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Cook County 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
52.2%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.7%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
71.6%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
70.1%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.7%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.4%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
71.6%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
49.3%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.2%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Cook County nursing homes

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 Cook County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cook County, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
43.3%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31.3%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
43.3%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.4%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cook County nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Cook County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cook County, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
38.8%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
41.8%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
40.3%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.3%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Cook County nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Cook County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cook County, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.8%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.8%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
38.8%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.4%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cook County nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Cook County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cook County, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
50.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
41.8%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.2%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.2%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.8%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.3%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.8%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.2%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
49.3%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
37.3%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.8%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
49.3%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Encore Village of Schaumburg, a CCRC, Brookdale Northbrook and Encore at South Barrington are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Cook County, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 106 nursing homes facilities near Cook County, Illinois. See the full list.

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