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Assisted living costs in Baker average about $5,708 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 160 communities in Baker. Our detailed directory has 7014 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Peru, Yorkville and Sugar Grove.

Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses. 

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Photo of Prairie Path
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You should be aware that Lexington was sold to the Citrine Investment Group and will be run by Certus Living as of 5/1/2026. No immediate changes in staffing or procedures are initially planned. Some...
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.
At Lexington Square Lombard a CCRC, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. We offer free high speed internet. Free resident parking and guest parking available at our location. All...
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I would definitely recommend Eden Vista to others! I loved how there was 24/7 nurse care. My sister and I felt comfortable with the staff knowing they helped my dad with his medication throughout the day,...
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.
Eden Vista Rock Run is a premier assisted living and memory care community located in the heart of Joliet, Illinois. We offer a variety of spacious, comfortable floor plans designed to feel like home, along with engaging daily programming that supports wellness of the body, mind, and spirit —...
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Photo of StoryPoint Naperville
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55 Floor plans available
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My wife and I have been living in Efficient living wing at StoryPoint in Naperville for almost two years. The meals for vegetarian residents is a nightmare. Most of the days we help ourselves with PB&J,...
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Naperville! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include independent living, enhanced living, assisted living, memory care and respite care....
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Photo of Hearthwood Senior Living
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99 Floor plans available
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My mom is well taken care of and they communicate well. Always have clean rooms. I would recommend them to others who are searching for care for their loved one.
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.
Imagine a warm and friendly community with a small-town feel, where making friends is easy, and people care about and help each other. Located in Bartlett, Illinois on 41 acres of wetlands and rolling woodlands we offer the ideal location to appreciate the calm beauty of nature while still...
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Photo of Encore at South Barrington
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The staff and caregivers are so compassionate and thoughtful it has made a difficult time easier. Everyone takes time and shows genuine empathy to the families who live there. My parent enjoys the food and...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
You can trust that your loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia is in good hands at Encore at South Barrington memory care assisted living in South Barrington, Illinois. We focus exclusively on memory care, providing care that is based on the most up-to-date research, for our residents with...
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Photo of StoryPoint Romeoville
5252 Photos available
2727 Floor plans available
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Very positive energy. Staff is friendly and helpful They willingly accommodated my mom's criteria for moving in. Apartment size is perfect for the two of them.
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Romeoville! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include independent living, enhanced living, assisted living and memory care. Throughout each...
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Photo of Brookdale Orland Park
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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Everything has been top notch. The care is great. Everyone is very nice and respectful. I would definitely recommend them to others who are searching for senior living for their loved one.
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.
Care—On Your TermsWouldn’t it be nice to trade in a life of fear, worry and isolation for one full of comfortable accommodations, wonderful friends and personalized care designed to meet your exact needs? If so, our assisted and memory care community may just be the place for you. The seniors who...
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Photo of The Meadows of Franklin Grove
1717 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
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Staff is extremely help full and very communicative. They really look out for the residents. Mom has a great apartment size. She has a sitting room which provides some nice additional space.
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 Meadows of Franklin Grove Assisted Living Community understands how important it is for our residents to maintain their independence and identity; while still receiving the assistance, they need. The Meadows is tailored to seniors who would like to continue their independent lifestyle without...
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Photo of Encore at Bolingbrook
77 Photos available
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Staff do a great job making the facility feel cozy, comfortable, and it is kept very clean. Residents are kept involved in a multitude of activities in shared group areas. Staff keep guardians well informed....
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.
You can trust that your loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia is in good hands at family-owned and operated Encore at Bolingbrook, Illinois, assisted living memory care. We focus exclusively on memory care, providing care that's based on the most up-to-date research, for our residents with...
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Photo of Alto Wheaton
1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
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Room size is good and clean. We've had some communications issues with the staff in that they are not reaching out when they should. Some are nice and some seem pretty cranky. My mom said the food is...
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 Alto Wheaton, we see things differently. And it shows. We believe that quality senior living is an ideal balance of care and hospitality. At Alto Wheaton, moving here is moving forward. Our communities offer the best of both worlds in assisted living and memory care services – luxury...
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Photo of Burr Ridge Senior Living
1414 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.3
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Mom likes her apartment and the building a lot but thinks the facility is poorly run and is unimpressed with the food. There have been some disappointing lapses in service and the director has been...
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.
At Burr Ridge Senior Living, we live by our core values of integrity, respect, leadership, personal growth, excellence, and stewardship.Our commitment to service and dedication to compassionate senior care can be felt throughout our community. From our empathetic staff to the many organized...
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Photo of Trustwell Living at Cherryvale Place
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My mom is so happy with her experience there. The location is awesome! She has a great view and they make it feel like home. You walk in the door and the staff knows you on a personal level. We are so happy...
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.
Conveniently located on the outskirts of Rockford, close to I-90, Cherryvale Place offers all the amenities you need within minutes of this well-maintained, beautifully landscaped community. With a full-time licensed nurse available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and coordination of...
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Photo of Westbridge Assisted Living and Memory Care
88 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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5 to all. We didn't have any complaints. Everyone was very supportive and friendly. They do affordable short-term respite stays for people who need a temporary option.
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.
Westbridge is located on the Wyndemere Retirement Community campus in Wheaton, IllinoisWestbridge residences offer a combination of gracious style and function that enables many to maintain their independence and enjoy life's simple pleasures. Our distinctive one-bedroom suites feature a...
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Photo of Willow Falls
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There are several care givers who are exceptional and provide excellent and genuine care. The administration is willing to chat any time about my concerns. There are times that they are short staffed and...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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.
Nestled in the heart of Crest Hill, Willow Falls Senior Living has been serving seniors of Will County for 25 years. The campus was designed with consideration for every facet of a secure and enriching senior lifestyle; from a choice of meticulously designed apartments to a complete program of...
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Photo of Jennings Terrace
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What the facility lacks in modernization is more than made up for by staff care and friendliness. They are quick to communicate any health issues that occur, respond immediately to ensure resident safety,...
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.
Established in 1943 Jennings Terrace is a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to serving the needs of area senior citizens in a home-like setting. Jennings is a provider of affordable high quality services. Our services are responsive and flexible to meet current and changing demands. ...
Photo of The Cottages of New Lenox
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This is not a high skilled nursing facility, and the nursing staff are very limited on what they can do. The facility director [name removed] was excellent. She was very professional, courteous, attentive,...
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 Cottages of New Lenox is an assisted living and memory care community located in New Lenox, IL, in Will County. The community has been specially created to resemble the type of family home where most residents will have lived all of their lives, helping them to adapt to this next stage of...
Photo of Sunrise of Naperville North
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The building is beautiful. Even the studio size was good. They had a great food selection. The building looked and smelled clean. The staff was friendly, competent, and consistent, with no use of contract...
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.
With over 35 years of experience in senior care, Sunrise Senior Living offers elegant environments, in which we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by...
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My mom has been at Bardwell since January. She was weak from hospitalization and rehab. The staff was very attentive in getting her into the daily meal schedule, helping her dress and transporting her in...
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.
Bardwell Residences is a senior living community in an incredible historic building. Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care round out this 99 apartment community. We embrace our history and are Senior Living, Reimagined. Scheduled to open 4/1/23 the entire building has been renovated...
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Photo of The Roosevelt at Salt Creek
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The people were so friendly, and especially the lady who took us around for a tour and gave us all the information. Her name was [name removed]. She made my mother feel so welcomed. The place was extremely...
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.
The Roosevelt at Salt Creek is a new premier Senior Living community nestled in the heart of Elmhurst, IL. Formerly Lexington Square, the community was recently acquired by a Chicago-based real estate investment and asset management firm who will begin a multi-faceted, 25+ million dollar...
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Photo of Brighton Gardens of Wheaton
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The start date changed by a week and they were accommodating but they created 2 billing accounts so I could not easily use the app nor auto pay with duplicate billing's. They'd email me an invoice for 1...
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 Brighton Gardens of Wheaton we provide solutions for seniors who need assistance with their activities of daily living. Our service plans are individualized and provided by a team of specially trained, designated care managers who provide service for the same residents consistently, to build...
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Overall, I'm generally happy with the community and the care provided. There have been some conflicting accounts at times between what I hear from my dad and what I'm told by the facility, which can make...
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 Franciscan Court is an assisted living community found in West Chicago, Illinois. West Chicago is an urban city and is found in Dupage County in Illinois State. The city was established on the first rail junction in the state of Illinois. There are lots of sights to see because in this City...
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Photo of Cedarhurst of Naperville
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Can't give a five there's always room for improvement. The staff was very very nice. You still are to this day. Very helpful. They were the only ones that would accommodate us with some furniture since this...
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 Cedarhurst of Naperville, it’s our mission to tailor senior living to you so you can feel loved, valued, and supported each and every day. Our senior living community in Naperville, Illinois, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living and memory...
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Photo of Grand Victorian of Sycamore
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It's very clean, food is good, apartment suite was surprisingly large enough to fit my mom's 4 piece bedroom along with living room set. Good amount of activities. I think sometimes they're short staffed so...
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 Grand Victorian of Sycamore is located in the county seat of DeKalb County, an ideal community in the heart of some of America's most productive farmland. Tree-lined streets and stately 19th century architecture offer picturesque small-town surroundings and a comfortable lifestyle....
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Every staff member we encountered was professional, kind, caring, and helpful. There were plenty of fun activities to participate in as wanted, and my mom ended up enjoying lots of different things. The...
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.
Come experience what makes River Glen so special! Independent Living townhomes now available as rentals! With two models to choose from; the ranch model is 1,434 sq ft and our two story model is very spacious at 2400 Sq ft. Both include full basements and screened in sun porches...you won't need...
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1717 Floor plans available
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The experience, cleanliness, friendliness has been awesome. The quality of care hasn't been all too good as we had some issues with her medication so I am self administering it myself now. Her showers...
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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Cost of assisted living in Baker, IL

The average cost of senior living in Baker is $5,708 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Paw Paw, IL with an average of $5,540 per month.

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

Baker, IL
$5,708/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Baker, IL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,708/mo
$8,391/mo

Assisted living costs in Baker, IL, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,817/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,539/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,261/mo

Senior living costs in Baker 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: Baker, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBaker, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$5,708/mo$6,329/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$8,391/mo$7,681/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,231/mo$3,342/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Baker, IL:$5,708/mo
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Baker, IL:$8,391/mo
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Baker, IL:$3,231/mo
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Baker, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Baker 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.

Baker, ILIL stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Baker, IL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Baker 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 average 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
Baker, IL$5,856/mo$5,533/mo+5.8%
Illinois$4,901/mo$4,784/mo+2.4%
National$4,594/mo$4,554/mo+0.9%
Baker, IL
2024 average cost:$5,856/mo
2023 average cost:$5,533/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$4,901/mo
2023 average cost:$4,784/mo
Percent change:+2.4%
National
2024 average cost:$4,594/mo
2023 average cost:$4,554/mo
Percent change:+0.9%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Baker, 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 Baker.

What families are saying about assisted living in Baker

Recent reviews for assisted living in Baker

Villas of Holly Brook Streator

5.0
If you have parents who are in need of assisted living, this is the place to go. The staff are very nice and accommodating. To this day, anything I ask of them they will do. All of the people here are just so nice. Everybody always says hi, and many of them know me. The facility is a couple ...
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Shepherd Premier Senior Living in Sterling, IL

5.0
I have a family member that lives at Avonlea of Sterling and she loves it. Its very 'home-like', when having dinner (the food is amazing) it's like sitting at your kitchen table at home. When visiting all the staff says hello and are very friendly. They are attentive to the seniors that live ...
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Asbury Gardens in North Aurora, IL

5.0
I can not express enough how grateful I am to Asbury Gardens. After my mom was diagnosed with vascular dementia we had to find a place quickly that would keep her safe, provide her with a dignified independent living situation and be affordable. [name removed], the admissions coordinator ...
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Baker review score based on 1,326 family reviews

8.7
Review score160 facilities1326 reviewsWrite a review
This proprietary review score is based on 1326 reviews of 160 Baker assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Baker 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

Baker review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Baker, IL160 facilities
8.5
Morris, IL198 facilities
7.3
Leland, IL14 facilities

Review subcategories for Baker 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 1,326 reviews of 160 Baker assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Baker 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.
Baker, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
3.4
Friendliness
3.8
3.5
Care services
3.5
3.2
Staff
3.7
3.4
Meals & dining
3.4
3.1
Activities
3.5
3.1
Value for cost*
3.4
3.1
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Baker assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Baker assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Baker, 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 Baker 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 Baker that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Baker, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
70%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
56.3%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.3%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
82.5%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
38.8%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
62.5%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
68.1%
53%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Baker 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 Baker Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Baker, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
73.8%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
58.1%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63.1%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.9%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Baker 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 Baker partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Baker, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
53.8%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
60%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
52.5%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.9%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
33.8%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Baker 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 Baker communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Baker, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
51.9%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
66.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
46.3%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.1%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Baker 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 Baker offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Baker, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
73.8%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
54.4%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
48.8%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
73.1%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
74.4%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
79.4%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
68.1%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
61.9%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60.6%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
73.1%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
74.4%
48%
Dances
Dances
47.5%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
39.4%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
69.4%
47.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in Baker

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

Frequently Asked Questions

The Timbers of Shorewood, Clarendale of Algonquin and Brookdale Glen Ellyn are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Baker, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 160 assisted living facilities near Baker, Illinois. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Baker, Illinois are The Timbers of Shorewood, Clarendale of Algonquin and Brookdale Glen Ellyn. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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