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10 Best Nursing Homes in Oak Forest, IL
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Oak Forest 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 Oak Forest, 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 Oak Forest or another care type is right for you. Browse 52 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Oak Forest.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Dunning, Belmont Cragin and Hermosa.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Andres, Peotone and Whitaker.
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My mom is now at Bickford which is much better than [community name removed] Bickford is a homey and smaller place. It is easy to get in and out of. Caring staff and clean. I recommend it.
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.
With our HigherPath senior health model leading the way, Bickford redefines senior living. It's not just about care; it's about proactive well-being, enabling your loved one to live happier, healthier — longer.Our approach clearly resonates — our happiness ratings among residents are double the...
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The staff here is great and they really seem to care about the patients and their families. It is always clean here, and everyone seems to be happy and ready to help. They also take excellent care of the...
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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.
Arden Courts of Hazel Crest is a one-level, free-standing memory care community that specifically cares for individuals living with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia in a home-like setting.After five years of research by dementia experts, we have developed our unique and innovative design....
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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.
Smith Village Continuing Care Retirement Community - Chicago, IL Smith Village, one of two Smith Senior Living communities, located in Chicago, IL, in the Beverly neighborhood, is a Continuing Care Retirement Community that’s backed by the strength and experience of Smith Senior Living.Since...
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Most places for short-term stay have minimum of days like one month or two weeks. Celebrate allows you to take the number of days you need.
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.
Elevate Senior Living in South Holland is a close-knit retirement community with independent living, assisted living, and memory care. As a member of the Elevate Housing Foundation, our philosophy is rooted in effective, resident-centered and life-changing senior living. Being a nonprofit...
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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 Loved one resides at Victory Centre of Park Forest. The community is kept clean and organized. The meals that are served are good. My loved one feels that the community is safe. One of the things that is...
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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.
Dedicated to Good LivingOur longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Victory Centre of Park Forest 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...
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Welcome to Crestwood Care Centre. We understand that selecting a healthcare facility for your loved one is one of the toughest decisions that you will ever face. We will work with you to ensure that the transition is as easy and comfortable as possible. Whether your loved one is at home, in the...
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We proudly announce our new HomeTown Plus ™ Unit, a new luxury health care program designed exclusively for short-term, post-acute, and rehab-to-home clients in a home-like setting. Each deluxe appointed room features fully electric beds, flat screen televisions, wireless internet, I-POD docking...
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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...
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Warren Barr has many wonderful employees! My Mom is there for Physical Rehab (NOT Nursing Home), and most of the employees are really great! Unfortunately, I don't remember names well, but one of her regular...
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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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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.
Windmill Nursing Pavilion, LTD. has been serving the residents of South Holland and the surrounding communities for more than 25 years. The facility is nestled in a friendly, quiet residential neighborhood. In addition, Windmill is also minutes from local hospitals and Northwest Indiana. The...
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I am so proud and happy to be out here sharing this remarkable testimony, awesome and extraordinary, I just can’t believe this now my ex Husband is really back to me on his knees begging me to take him back...
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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.
Upper middle class to affluent neighborhood. Close to Orland Park Mall.
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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.
No matter how long you or your loved one stays with us, expect personalized 24-hour medical attention by dedicated professionals … comfortable surroundings … and smiling faces. It’s all part of the warmth and respect we offer here at Halsted Terrace.The Pavilion Rehabilitation Center at Halsted...
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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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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.
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
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.
Rest Haven Christian Services, a non-profit organization, has been committed to promoting independence and providing services to those entrusted to our care for 90 years. Not only is our staff inspired, but also committed to complementing Great Lives with great living! We will be busy handling...
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.
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.
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 Oak Forest, IL
The average cost of senior living in Oak Forest is $5,359 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Olympia Fields, IL with an average of $4,887 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Oak Forest, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Oak Forest, IL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Oak Forest
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Oak Forest
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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Meadowbrook Bolingbrook
5.0
My mother has been in Meadowbrook Bolingbrook, IL for over a year. I find my Mother’s Doctor, Nurses, Aid Tech, Administrators, Kitchen Staff, Social Workers and Reception area staff, all of them are Great (friendly, professionals and very helpful). It is a big relief at this time of Pandemic to ...
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Chapters Living of Elmhurst
5.0
We picked this community, because of the price of the atmosphere, it's very bright, friendly people and clean. It's a great place for your loved one. I would recommend it, and I have.
Oak Forest nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oak Forest nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oak Forest, 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 Forest 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 Oak Forest 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
53.8%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
53.8%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
73.1%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
78.8%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63.5%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.3%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
75%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40.4%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.4%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Oak Forest 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 Oak Forest 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
48.1%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
34.6%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.9%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Oak Forest 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 Oak Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Oak Forest, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40.4%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.4%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
36.5%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.8%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Oak Forest 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 Oak Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
36.5%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.2%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
25%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.5%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oak Forest 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 Oak Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
46.2%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
38.5%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.7%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
67.3%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.9%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.3%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.2%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.5%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
51.9%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
38.5%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
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Mercy Circle Senior Living, Brookdale Oak Park and Brookdale Glen Ellyn are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Oak Forest, Illinois. See full list of communities.
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