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91 Residential Care Homes near Chicago, IL

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Residential care homes in Chicago often appeal to seniors who want to remain in a close-knit, familiar home environment but need personal care services like grooming assistance, medication reminders, and even help with cooking and cleaning. And, they’re typically home to fewer residents, enabling caregivers and residents to build stronger connections. The average cost of care homes in Chicago is $3,753 per month. To find the best care home options for your needs and budget, browse 91 care homes in Chicago and read 88 reviews of families’ experiences.

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Residential Care Home Facilities near Chicago, IL

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Cost of care homes in Chicago, IL

The average cost of senior living in Chicago is $3,753 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Evergreen Park, IL with an average of $3,714 per month.

Average monthly cost of Residential Care Home in Chicago, IL vs. nearby cities

Chicago, IL
$3,753/mo
$4,496/mo
$3,817/mo

Average monthly cost of Residential Care Home in Chicago, IL vs. the state and national average

Chicago, IL
$3,753/mo
U.S. national average
$3,772/mo

Average monthly cost of Residential Care Home in Chicago vs. other types of senior living

$5,781/mo
Residential Care Home
$3,753/mo

Median monthly costs of Residential Care Home in Chicago, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$3,739/mo
Private
$4,688/mo
Studio
$5,500/mo
1 Bedroom
$2,425/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,200/mo

Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about residential care home in Chicago

Recent reviews for residential care home in Chicago

Robin's Nest II in Geneva, IL

5.0
Robin's Nest is very nice and homey. Our Aunt was only there a short time before she died, but she enjoyed being there and they provided her with an abundance of attention. The staff and Dr. Robin Ross are very attentive and caring and I feel it is a wonderful place for assisted living.

Colfax Manor Assisted Living in Chicago, IL

5.0
The staff are very considerate give one on one attention to the residents which is what they need. It is a very small facility. They make you feel at home which is amazing.

Home Sweet Home Arlington Heights

4.0
Perfect place for the elderly who cannot care for themselves. Clean, homey, and truly a place that is safe and clean. Home Sweet Home is an environment that looks nothing like a nursing home! The care is wonderful!

Related senior services in Chicago, Illinois

In Chicago, IL, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:

When it comes to transportation, the iconic “L-train” can take you all over the city of Chicago on its elevated tracks. The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) operates bus routes between downtown, O’Hare International Airport, and Midway Airport, as well as north-south routes up and down the region.

In total, there are 33 hospitals that service Chicago’s emergency needs. The top hospitals in Chicago include Presence Saints Mary And Elizabeth Medical Center, Rush University Medical Center, and Presence Saint Joseph Hospital.

Located on the banks of Lake Michigan, the Windy City is the largest population center in the Midwest and the heart of its arts and cultural scene. Although the city might be rightfully famous for its cuisines and the Sears Tower (now Willis Tower), Chicago has much more to offer than deep-dish pizza and architecture. From the festivities of Navy Pier to the masterpieces of the Art Institute of Chicago, the Windy City has numerous cultural opportunities for the active mind. If sports are your choice for entertainment, look no further than the city’s numerous championship-winning sports teams: the Chicago Bears (NFL), the Chicago Blackhawks (NHL), the Chicago Bulls (NBA), the Chicago Cubs (MLB), and the Chicago White Sox (MLB).

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Maya?s Villa, Golden Haven Senior Living and Bethany Senior Assisted Living are the top-rated residential care home facilities near Chicago, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 91 residential care home facilities near Chicago, Illinois. See the full list.

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