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Assisted living costs in Evanston average about $6,137 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 53 communities in Evanston. Our detailed directory has 1660 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. 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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Remind the employees to TELL the patient's what they will do Before doing it. Remind the employees to slow down especially when changing patient's clothes. Tell employees to wear name tags. Emerald Place...
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.
Emerald Place is a purpose built memory care community for seniors in the Chicago area. We specialize in providing high quality care for seniors living with dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, by offering a personal touch that makes every resident feel welcome and at ease. Our services and...
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I walked in the Sheridan of Park Ridge and was greeted by a wonderful sales associate and the admin. They explained everything to me and showed me around. The facility is clean (spotless). The staff is...
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.
The Sheridan at Park Ridge is a new assisted living and memory care community for seniors age 55 and over in the Chicago metropolitan area. We specialize in helping seniors live their lives to the fullest, no matter what level of specialized care they need. For our assisted living residents, we...
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It's a very nice place for my mother. Not sure if there is anything that they need to improve on from what my mom tells me. Most of the staff is very friendly and she seems to be happy there.
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.
The Highlands Assisted Living at Westminster Place is a community situated within a beautiful 40-acre campus. As a part of Presbyterian Homes' continuum of care, this assisted living community in Evanston offers levels of personalized care based on an individual’s needs. Residents of assisted...
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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.
Located minutes from downtown Evanston, IL., and Northwestern University, Westminster Place is renowned not only for the beauty and livability of the campus, but also for our exceptional continuum of care. You’ll find a wide selection of inviting residences, an extraordinary array of programs and...
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Overall I found the staff at Wickshire WIlmette easy to work with it was a nice change of pace and they did a good job for us. They would call us daily and were great with communication. They could manage...
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.
At Wickshire Wilmette, it’s not about age. It’s about life. Located in a residential neighborhood in the Village of Wilmette, Illinois, our intimate community has a charming elegance with a distinctive bed and breakfast look and feel, featuring a comfortable porch, patio, and garden—perfect for...
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Location good. If patient can take advantage of all of the activities, then you get more of your moneys worth. My mother can't. She's too far gone. She's got hospice. It is not a nursing home so we have...
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.
At Artis, we help people living with dementia achieve the essential human need for purpose, belonging, and joy by building a bridge between their lifelong identity and present daily life. By “Honoring Yesterday, Celebrating Today,” we create safer, more connected, more celebrated lives.Our...
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I looked at many care facilities before choosing one for my mother's. I have never regretted my decision. My mother is well taken care of and very happy at Bethany. Daniel keeps the family well informed on...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
We at Bethany Assisted Living, are a residential home who welcomes all those who need a home of care.Our staff is professional and honest to those who need a warm, secure, and loving environment to dwell in.Our newly remodeled home is filled with all the furnishings inside and outside.We will be...
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We looked at other places and we chose The Hartwell because when we walked in it instantly resonated with my brother. They have had the same chef over 30 years and the staff have been there a long time. They...
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.
Hartwell PlaceMemory Care Assisted LivingA memory care community where you can feel your best.Serving the neighborhood since 1898, Chicago Methodist Senior Services established Hartwell Place in 2000, an intimate and vintage community, nestled in the heart of Andersonville for adults living with...
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From the first visit a great experience. Friendly, knowledgeable, caring staff. The place was always spotless The food was very good My cousin received excellent care. Would recommend it to everyone...
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.
A gracious 55-unit assisted living residence rebuilt in a great Chicago neighborhood in 1997, Covenant Home brings a new style of assisted living to its urban Chicago neighborhood. Our building wraps a floor-to-ceiling central atrium, making the interior bright and cheerful. Studio, one- and...
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Dinner service at the Admiral at the Lake has successfully made it through the pandemic, staff shortages, and inflation that plague us all. Meals are nutritional and appetizing, and always include meat, fish...
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.
Step out your door to acres of beautiful parkland, the beach, and the lake’s shore. Look the other way and Chicago surrounds you – the stunning skyline, vibrant neighborhoods, and the cultural depth few other cities offer.Chicago’s oldest, nonprofit retirement living organization is introducing...
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Everyone At Bethany Retirement seems friendly and helpful. The room size and layout of the community is good. My likes the food. They have an outdoor courtyard for residents to use. My mom is happy there.
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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.
Andersonville Supportive Living is a faith-based, non-profit serving the vibrant Andersonville and Ravenswood neighborhoods in Chicago for over 126 years! We were founded in the Methodist tradition; however, we are home to a variety of faiths. We are 'Called to Care' and our desire is to provide...
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My parents are living here and I believe my family is very happy so far. I think the staff at the facility is very attentive; they’ve had the nurses coming to the room, and have done a pretty good job with...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Norwood Crossing, a not-for-profit community located on the Northwest side of Chicago, has been serving older adults since 1896. Each day, Norwood Crossing holds true to their mission of enhancing the independence and well-being of older adults. Norwood Crossing offers several levels of service...
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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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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.
Presence Resurrection Retirement Community is primarily independent living with a 36 room assisted living nestled into 16 acres of walking paths and a garden-like setting in the northwest side of Chicago, Illinois. Our property is the perfect place for those looking to have the beauty of nature...
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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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After touring several communities, this was the only community we felt love as we walked through the building. The staff are kind, caring and treat the patients as family. Moving my mom into Northbrook Inn...
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.
Northbrook Inn, part of the Koelsch Senior Communities, and family owned since 1958 is located in the village of Northbrook. The single-story memory care community in the Pointe Drive neighborhood is considered by many to be a retiree's dream neighborhood as it is peaceful and quiet, close to...
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My loved one was previously a resident at Arbor Terrace Glenview and everything was very good. We were very pleased with the facility: the sitting rooms, common areas and open spaces for family get...
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.
Located in the Village of Glenview on the North Shore, Arbor Terrace Glenview is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being. For people living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia, Arbor Terrace Glenview a...
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The staff genuinely cares about my Dad. They treat him with empathy and compassion. When there is a discussion to be had about him, I have been pleasantly surprised (shocked!) that the conversation is how WE...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, 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 providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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The community at The Montclare is good, they have rides to the stores they have food plates at a low price and my mother managed to get a helper there.
Provides: Assisted Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Montclare Senior Residences would like to invite you to visit our upscale Senior Apartment community for qualified residents ages 55 or better. Located two blocks east of Oak Park Avenue and two blocks south of Fullerton/Grand Avenue in Chicago. The Montclare Senior Residences will change...
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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.
Welcome to the Museum Residences on Oak, a signature senior living community located in the heart of Evanston, Illinois. The Museum Residences on Oak prides itself on individualized programming tailored to each resident allowing empowerment through independence. Discover the Museum Residences on...
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Tucked away in one of Evanston's quiet residential neighborhoods, Three Crowns Park is a continuing care retirement community on a beautiful 7-acre piece of property.  We are a not-for-profit community whose mission is to provide high quality retirement housing and health care options that...
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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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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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Hello my name is [removed] I'm a resident in Greenview Place.If you looking for a place that is interested in your health and your happiness,this is the place.Each one of the staff at Greenview Place has...
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Evanston, IL

The average cost of senior living in Evanston is $6,137 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oak Park, IL with an average of $6,006 per month.

Assisted living costs in Evanston, IL, vs. nearby cities

Evanston, IL
$6,137/mo
$6,116/mo
$6,190/mo

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

Evanston, IL
$6,137/mo
U.S. national average
$4,740/mo

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

Assisted Living
$6,137/mo
$6,142/mo

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

Semi-Private
$7,210/mo
Studio
$6,918/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,667/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,914/mo

Senior living costs in Evanston 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: Evanston, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEvanston, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$6,137/mo$5,370/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,142/mo$5,390/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$5,545/mo$4,453/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Evanston, IL:$6,137/mo
Illinois:$5,370/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Evanston, IL:$6,142/mo
Illinois:$5,390/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Evanston, IL:$5,545/mo
Illinois:$4,453/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Assisted living costs in Evanston, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Evanston and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Evanston, IL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Evanston 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.

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Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Evanston, IL$6,833/mo$6,444/mo+6.0%
Illinois$5,632/mo$5,379/mo+4.7%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Evanston, IL
2024 average cost:$6,833/mo
2023 average cost:$6,444/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
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2024 average cost:$5,632/mo
2023 average cost:$5,379/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Evanston, 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 Evanston.

What families are saying about assisted living in Evanston

Recent reviews for assisted living in Evanston

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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Emerald Place in Glenview, IL

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

Victory Centre of Elk Grove in Elk Grove Village, IL

5.0
My brother lives in Victory Centre of Elk Grove Village, IL. I visit him frequently and I have found it to be Clean, Friendly and warm. The Staff from Administration to Nursing, Dining, and Maintence are all warm and caring, they know the residents' names, are respectful and always willing ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Dedicated and attentive staff. Many reviews praise the friendly and caring nature of the staff at various communities, with residents and their families expressing appreciation for the long-term relationships that have been built. For example, at Artis Senior Living of Lakeview, the staff is described as being very helpful ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of specialized activities offered in communities. For instance, at Summit of Uptown, residents enjoy a variety of activities like musical performances and outings to local attractions, while at Trulee Evanston, residents participate in classes and w ...
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Customized meal plans and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, quality food is mentioned as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At the Belmont Village Glenview, the chef accommodates individual dietary restrictions and preferences, making mealtimes a highlight for residents.
Thoughtful communication between families and staff. Families appreciate clear and effective communication with their loved ones and the community staff, ensuring everyone is informed and care needs are being met. For instance, at The Carrington at Lincolnwood, regular meetings are set up between senior residents and their loved ones, both in pe ...
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Access to on-site health care services. Several reviews note the convenience and peace of mind that comes with having health care services available on-site, such as physical therapy and nursing care. At St. Joseph Village of Chicago, for example, residents receive exceptional therapy following injuries or surgeries.
Engaging social atmosphere and community spirit. Reviews frequently mention the sense of community and social opportunities that enrich residents' lives. For example, at Lincolnwood Place, residents engage in a wide range of social activities, with opportunities to make new friends and form lasting connections.
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Evanston review score based on 338 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 338 reviews of 51 Evanston assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Evanston 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

Evanston review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for Evanston 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 338 reviews of 51 Evanston assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Evanston 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.
Evanston, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
4.2
Care services
4.0
3.8
Staff
4.3
4.0
Meals & dining
3.9
3.7
Activities
4.0
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
*Learn more about cost details

Evanston assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Evanston assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Evanston, 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 Evanston 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 Evanston that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Evanston, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
68.6%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
68.6%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.1%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.1%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
90.2%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
39.2%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.1%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
64.7%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
70.6%
52.4%
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 Evanston 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 Evanston Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Evanston, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70.6%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
56.9%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.8%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Evanston 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 Evanston partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Evanston, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
56.9%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
66.7%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
60.8%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
66.7%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
39.2%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Evanston 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 Evanston communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Evanston, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
66.7%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
72.5%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
54.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.5%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Evanston 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 Evanston offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Evanston, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
76.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60.8%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
58.8%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
76.5%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
78.4%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
88.2%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
74.5%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
72.5%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
68.6%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
78.4%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
78.4%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
56.9%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
62.7%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
78.4%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Evanston

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