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Assisted living costs in Park Forest average about $4,832 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 21 communities in Park Forest. Our detailed directory has 616 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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11 Video available
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33 Floor plans available
9.8
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70 reviews
9.8
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70 reviews
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Overall my siblings & I are pleased with the transition of my parents into this supportive community after moving them from their long-established family home. They have made wonderful friends and enjoy 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.
Nestled in the trees next to the Calumet-Saganashkee Channel, this community offers the best of both worlds for those who want to enjoy the great outdoors and have creature comforts close to home. Nearby, Olde Palos Shopping Centre and Orland Square shopping mall should take care of your shopping...
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2323 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.7
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81 reviews
9.7
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81 reviews
5 star
69%
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Overall I'm as happy as you can be in this type of situation. My Mother is not as far along in her Alzheimer's as most are in this community so that has been a struggle for her as she is able/active...
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.
Porter Place is more than assisted living --- our sole focus is memory care.Located on 4-acres in Tinley Park, IL, located near Orland Park, Frankfort, Mokena and Olympia Fields, our 3 year old, charming, 66 apartment community provides a wonderful lifestyle for all of those who need memory...
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1010 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.6
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43 reviews
9.6
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43 reviews
5 star
57%
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3 star
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The relationship my family developed with the staff was very helpful during his time there. I have referred the facility to other families. I do think the food menu could have used some better selections.
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.
Citadel Estates is an Assisted Living Community that caters to those diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease or related dementia's. 100% of the staff are specially trained to care for individuals with Alzheimer's, Dementia and Memory Loss. Other features of Citadel Estates is its home-like atmosphere...
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44 Floor plans available
9.6
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65 reviews
9.6
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65 reviews
5 star
59%
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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.
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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1717 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.3
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64 reviews
9.3
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64 reviews
5 star
51%
4 star
27%
3 star
14%
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If you’re looking for the perfect independent living community, look no further! We were lucky to discover this wonderful facility while searching for the right place for our mom. From the very first meeting...
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.
Just 30 minutes south of Chicago, Sunrise Villa Olympia Fields provides a highly personalized approach to care, including independent and assisted living tailored to resident needs and abilities. Here, you have a choice of unique ranch-style townhome villas with two-car garages, front porches,...
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9.1
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120 reviews
9.1
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120 reviews
5 star
52%
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My loved ones were only here 3 months, but they really loved it there. They both passed away last year. The staff was great. My mother in law was becoming more social. It made me sad when they were forced...
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 essence of Waterford Estates is best described in three words: understanding, care, and community. Waterford Estates is located near I57 & I80, on 12 beautiful acres with private walking paths, two ponds and scenic views. Our campus offers those age 62+ independence, privacy, security,...
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9.1
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56 reviews
9.1
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56 reviews
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They have a really nice facility. Large spaces for walking and gathering outside and inside. They are very well trained with memory care and dementia issues.
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.
For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
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66 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.6
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25 reviews
8.6
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25 reviews
5 star
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I would like to commend the staff for their continued professionalism while my father has been there for the last three years. The process is definitely a hard one when you see a family members health...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Our longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Victory Centre of Sierra Ridge community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one. Above all else, this is your life...
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1212 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
8.5
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12 reviews
8.5
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12 reviews
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I would give each one a "5". The people are great, I don't know about the food but [name removed] seems to like it and even though he smells ( hues fault) it's clean. I would recommend this community to...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
St. Anthony of Lansing is an assisted living community located in the exciting city of Lansing, IL. When people visit Lansing, they are struck by how close the city is to all of the major freeways in the area, and how perfect the weather is throughout the year. This is the type of community where...
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1616 Photos available
8.0
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10 reviews
8.0
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10 reviews
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Alexi Senior Living community is a brand new facility, I believe it is about two years old. The community is very clean and the staff members are newer employees and are eager to be there and work.
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.
Discover the Alexi Difference....Alexi Senior Living Community offers beautiful Assisted Living and Memory Care apartments under one roof. Alexi is a place of friendship, vitality and support for you and your love ones. We offer a wide range of lifestyle options. Unique amenities including...
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Photo of Sheffield Manor Assisted Living
2424 Photos available
8.0
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3 reviews
8.0
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3 reviews
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We chose Sheffield Manor Assisted Living over other places that we looked at because it looked less "medical". What sticks out most here is the people. The community of people are very nice and accepting as...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Photo of Green Oaks of Park Forest
44 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
1.0
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7 reviews
1.0
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7 reviews
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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...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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...
Photo of Prairie Green At Dixie Crossing
1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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Prairie Green was an excellent place. We were really happy with it. The staff were very nice to work with, and they were so helpful. None of us (our family or Prairie Green) realized how much care our...
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.
Prairie Green at Dixie Crossing is a top wheelchair accessible assisted living community for seniors in the Chicago area. We offer tastefully decorated studio and one-bedroom apartments with a full range of amenities, including a microwave and refrigerator, as well as services to accommodate each...
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77 Photos available
3.0
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15 reviews
3.0
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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...
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.
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....
Photo of St James Manor and Villas
2222 Photos available
1.0
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1.0
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12 reviews
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The physical therapy team were so kind and gentle with me. Nursing staff were fast and efficient. They took time to talk to me often about my care and what's happening. I wish they could accept VA benefit.
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.
Have you noticed that something doesn't seem right with mom or dad these days?  It could be subtle or it could be something that's pretty obvious. Regardless, you've turned to the Internet in 2008 for a reason and St. James Manor & Villas can get your loved one the help he or she needs...
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My Mom has lived at Village Woods for a going on 6 years. She loves it there. All the staff is so friendly and nice to her. She has been in Assisted Living for almost 4 years. She loves the activities,...
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.
Village Woods is a Providence Life Services Community. Providence, a non-profit organization, has been committed to providing quality senior living options to those entrusted to our care in Michigan, Illinois, and Indiana for over a century. Our organization offers Independent Living, Assisted...
Photo of Celebrate Senior Living of South Holland
66 Photos available
5.3
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39 reviews
5.3
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39 reviews
5 star
18%
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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
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.
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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2020 Photos available
6.0
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30 reviews
6.0
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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
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 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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1616 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
6.1
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16 reviews
6.1
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Unable to answer the meals and dining service since my mom was on a nectar thick liquid diet due to swallowing difficulties. Small unit with good sight lines to keep an eye on the residents. Dining/activity...
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.
Cedarhurst of Dyer, lead by our Executive Director with over 25 years of experience in Senior Living, truly provides person-centered care, taking the time to know and work with each resident as an individual and providing them with the needed support that is as unique as they are. Whether in...
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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...
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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.
Symphony of Dyer is located in Dyer, IN. This licensed assisted living community provides seniors with a great place to call home. Dyer is a part of Lake County, and it is beautiful in setting. Dyer offers the opportunity for residents and guests to spend time outdoors at one of the town’s parks....

Cost of assisted living in Park Forest, IL

The average cost of senior living in Park Forest is $4,832 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sauk Village, IL with an average of $4,685 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Park Forest, IL vs. nearby cities

Park Forest, IL
$4,832/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Park Forest, IL vs. the state and national average

Park Forest, IL
$4,832/mo
U.S. national average
$4,623/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Park Forest vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,832/mo
$4,822/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Park Forest, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$5,653/mo
Studio
$6,044/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,487/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,820/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Park Forest over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Park Forest, 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 Park Forest.

What families are saying about assisted living in Park Forest

Recent reviews for assisted living in Park Forest

StoryPoint Romeoville

4.4
Staff learns your name quickly along with your preferences & schedule. Abundant daily activities and special events to keep busy. Staff is generally attentive. Food served in dining room is tasty, but very often run out of day's featured menu items. Facility is near many amenities but also ...
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Park Place of St John Assisted Living in St. John, IN

4.6
The staff at Park Place of St John is wonderful. The facility is so clean and secure. My mom has made many new friends and that is great. She also takes advantage of many of the activities and outings that they have available for the residents. I would highly recommend Park Place of St John to ...
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Bickford of Tinley Park

5.0
Our experience with Bickford of Tinley Park has been very good and the cleanliness of the community is very impressive. The staff members have exceeded every one of our expectations, we cannot say enough good things about them. The meals are really good and they offer a good amount of ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and attentive staff. Several reviews from communities with the ids Sunrise of Flossmoor, Charter Senior Living of Hazel Crest, and Waterford Estates Senior Living praise the kindness and care of the staff members. Residents and their families appreciate the personal attention and responsiveness of the staff, w ...
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Variety of social activities. Communities such as Sunrise Villa Olympia Fields, Charter Senior Living of Hazel Crest, and Sunrise of Flossmoor offer a range of activities that cater to residents' interests. These include movie nights, card games, board games, puzzles, arts and crafts, resident outings, piano lessons, k ...
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Well-maintained facilities and rooms. Numerous reviews for communities like Sunrise of Flossmoor, Charter Senior Living of Hazel Crest, and Sunrise Villa Olympia Fields highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities and residents' rooms. This attention to detail ensures a pleasant living environment and instills confid ...
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Comprehensive care plans. According to reviews from communities like Charter Senior Living of Hazel Crest, Sunrise of Flossmoor, and Waterford Estates Senior Living, staff members develop individualized care plans to address each resident's unique needs. These plans ensure that residents receive tailored attention ...
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Strong communication with families. Reviews for communities such as Charter Senior Living of Hazel Crest, Sunrise of Flossmoor, and St. Anthony of Lansing Supportive Living highlight the importance of clear communication between families and staff. Regular updates on residents' care and activities help families feel connecte ...
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Engaging dining experiences. Communities like Charter Senior Living of Hazel Crest, Sunrise of Flossmoor, and Charter Senior Living of Hazel Crest offer engaging dining experiences. Residents appreciate the quality and variety of meals, while some facilities, like Sunrise Villa Olympia Fields, even accommodate dieta ...
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Park Forest review score based on 136 family reviews

7.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 136 reviews of 20 Park Forest assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Park Forest 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

Park Forest review score compared against nearby cities

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Olympia Fields, IL28 facilities

Review subcategories for Park Forest 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 136 reviews of 20 Park Forest assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Park Forest 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.
Park Forest, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
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4.6
Care services
4.1
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
3.9
4.1
Activities
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4.1
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Park Forest assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Park Forest assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Park 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 Park Forest 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 Park 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
75%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
75%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
90%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
65%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
85%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Park Forest 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 Park Forest Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Park Forest, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
70%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
40%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Park Forest 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 Park Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Park Forest, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
55%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Park Forest 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 Park Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Park Forest, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
70%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
30%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Park Forest 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 Park Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Park Forest, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
70%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
95%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
90%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
75%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
80%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
45%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Park Forest

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Illinois assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Park Forest protect seniors.

Learn about Illinois Assisted Living regulations

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Mercy Circle Senior Living, Palos Heights Senior Living and Porter Place Memory Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Park Forest, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 21 assisted living facilities near Park Forest, Illinois. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Park Forest, Illinois are Mercy Circle Senior Living, Palos Heights Senior Living and Porter Place Memory Care. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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