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10 Best Nursing Homes in Cook County, IL

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Cook County nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Cook County, IL may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Cook County or another care type is right for you. Browse 106 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Cook County.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Dunning, Belmont Cragin and Jefferson Park.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Norridge, Elmwood Park and Lincolnwood.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Cook County, IL

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Much, much better than the previous place that she was in. They took her to rehab and spent more time with her. She was only eligible for 3 days a week, but the care was much better there. It was what I...
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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.
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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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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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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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.
Located in Chicago's west side just a few blocks North of the Eisenhower Expressway, Mayfield is proud to offer a wide range of therapies for long-term residents, as well as those seeking to make the transition from hospital to home. Our highly motivated Rehab team has earned a reputation for...
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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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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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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.
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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: 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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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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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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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...
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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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.
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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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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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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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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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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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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.

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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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.
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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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