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The average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Illinois is $5,252, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Kankakee area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Kankakee, IL

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Photo of Burr Ridge Senior Living
1414 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.3
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70 reviews
9.3
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70 reviews
5 star
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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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9.2
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They keep everything clean. The stuff is so caring and nice. A lot of activities. They try to get everyone involved. I would recommend to others.
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 Windward Pointe Senior Living, we've designed the very best in senior living by blending wonderful amenities with comfortable apartment homes, outstanding social and recreational events and health and wellness programs that deliver a fun and dignified lifestyle. Whether you are looking for a...
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1414 Floor plans available
9.2
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45 reviews
9.2
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45 reviews
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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 Serenity Living
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9.2
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They were very comforting to my mother. The care was amazing. It was affordable. We would refer anyone the facility. I would highly recommend the facility. Very caring staff.
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 The Cottages of New Lenox
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9.2
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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
1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.2
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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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Photo of Brookdale Valparaiso Memory Care
99 Photos available
11 Floor plan available
9.2
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18 reviews
9.2
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The community is clean, including the resident rooms, dining area, and community gathering places. The staff is caring and overall attentive. The call light system was replaced within the last few months....
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.
Great Care for Great SeniorsMemory care shouldn’t mean giving up on a satisfying life. That’s why our community builds activities into every day, specifically chosen because each one contributes to some significant quality of life. We offer dedicated memory care in Valparaiso, Indiana, a dynamic...
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Photo of Cedarhurst of Naperville
1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.1
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60 reviews
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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 Bickford of Crown Point
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Activities are great and the coordinator goes out of her way to invite my mom who is unable to read the signs. Food is good, temperatures of the food tends to be a little bit too cold for many of the...
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.
There's a reason Bickford stands out in the world of senior living. Our focus? Ensuring your loved one feels at home, with delicious meals straight from our scratch kitchen, a roster of engaging activities, and the constant company of our devoted caregivers. But that's not all. Our HigherPath...
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Photo of Sunrise of Palos Park
1515 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.0
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88 reviews
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The staff was very friendly, caring, and attentive, and the administration was extremely helpful when transferring my mom from her previous facility. The staff would often stop in just to visit and talk 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.
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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Photo of Franciscan Village
99 Photos available
9.0
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31 reviews
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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.
Take a deep breath and imagine what your everyday life could be if you eliminate having to prepare and cook meals and significantly reduce your housekeeping duties. How would you like being able to walk to Mass, a gorgeous outdoor stations of the cross devotion, a fine restaurant, bistro, gift...
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Photo of Sunrise of Naperville
1414 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.0
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62 reviews
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Very cheerful staff, especially in the Dining Room. Enjoying the activities. Maybe ask residents what entrees they would like. My sister misses mashed potatoes. Also maybe meat loaf or other plain...
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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Photo of StoryPoint La Grange
11 Video available
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55 Floor plans available
9.0
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22 reviews
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My mom loved all of the activities. The other residents were very welcoming and she enjoyed having meals with them. I ate a few meals with her and I thought the food was delicious. The staff was kind and...
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 StoryPoint La Grange! 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 assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we strive to make every...
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Photo of Cordia Senior Residence
2323 Photos available
9.0
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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.
Cordia Senior Residence is taking senior living to a new level and it all begins with the fresh and innovative approach that we take towards it. Through our staff and a variety of unique and engaging programs, we inspire our residents to lead lives on the own terms. At Cordia Senior Residence, we...
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Photo of Marian Village
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We love Marion Village! Super staff and lovely accommodations...I would recommend it as my mother in law seems very happy and they have transportation to take her shopping / Dr appointments.
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.
Looking for senior housing near you? Situated on 80 sprawling acres in the southwest suburbs of Chicago, Marian Village in Homer Glen, Illinois offers easy living that is enriching and inspiring. Our Catholic senior living community welcomes people of all faiths as our focus is truly on your...
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Photo of Sunnymere
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The facility was unbelievably clean. When residents were down for meals, the staff would pop in and tidy up, clean up the room. The staff was professional, but friendly. Being a smaller facility, it made...
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.
Built in 1939, Sunnymere has now been providing a home for seniors with the best care for 83 years. Our Executive Director is an RN, and we have CNA's and Nursing Assistants on duty 24/7. We are a small community--35 residents is our max. Sunnymere is located in the southeast corner of Aurora...
Photo of Aviva Merrillville
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The care, activities, cleanliness & room were all great. The staff at the management level were accessible & available whenever I had any questions or concerns. I would highly recommend Aviva.
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.
AVIVA Merrillville is a newly renovated standalone Memory Care community in Merrillville, Indiana. We offer a variety of floor plans specially designed for memory care and respite care residents. We have the resources to support you in a safe, secure environment. Aviva Merrillville offers...
Photo of Lisle Creek Estates
1515 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
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I'm enjoying my new Lifestyle at Lisle Creek Estates. Great people. A lot to do. The people made my experience positive. I would highly recommend to others.
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.
Good Times, Good PeopleAre you ready to enjoy everything senior living has to offer? At our continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in Lisle, Illinois, you can enjoy a beautiful and inviting environment with spacious common rooms, a fun-filled events calendar with a multitude of...
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Photo of Eden Vista Burr Ridge
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Let me begin by saying we had experience with quality elder care in Texas prior to relocating to the Chicagoland area. My wife, [name removed], and I spent 2 months reviewing potential facilities in the area...
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 our continuing care retirement community, or CCRC, located just outside of Chicago, you can redefine your independence. You’ll have the care you need when you need it with assisted living, Alzheimer’s and dementia care and skilled nursing all on one campus. You’ll have assistance with...
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Photo of Sunrise of Flossmoor
1414 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.8
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My only wish is that my sister had gotten to Sunrise sooner. And that transportation would have been provided for her doctor's visits to St. Francis Hospital and dentist visits. I sing praises about the...
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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Photo of Ciel Senior Living at Plainfield
1111 Photos available
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Great place they will work with you to see that you get what you would like for your family members care and welfare. plus the idea of an ER right around the corner is an added safety catch
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.
Homey, Craftsman-style architecture paired with stylish, chic interiors create a truly unique atmosphere that can only be found at Ciel Senior Living of Plainfield — a community offering assisted living and memory care services in Plainfield, Illinois. Residents can age in place while enjoying an...
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Photo of Two Hearts Homes for Seniors
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I have only GREAT things to say about Two Hearts Home for Seniors in Lowell, IN. First, the home itself is very home-like! The open atmosphere in the kitchen, dining, and living room areas makes you feel 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 The Pointe at Kilpatrick
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8.7
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It is a wonderful place. The staff has been very helpful with any situation. They honestly love the clients and the families. The only complaint is the doctor and medical staff don't make it easy to 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.
The Pointe at Kilpatrick is an assisted living community located in picturesque and nature filled Crestwood, Cook County, Illinois. Our beautiful community is located in a central spot, just blocks away from the Little Calumet River and nestled between several forests and nature preserves. The...
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Photo of Sunrise of Westmont
1818 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.7
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Overall, very pleased. Whenever any issues arise, they are very responsive. My aunt is getting very good care. The cleanliness of the facility and her room are great. She is in a 1 bedroom and is plenty big....
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.
Now under new management with Sunrise Senior Living as of June 2024In 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...
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Photo of Porter Place Memory Care
2323 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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8.6
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94 reviews
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The place was very clean. The staff was very nice and helpful. My mother loved the food. They tried to get her to participate in the activities, but she wouldn't. They allowed her to walk, and that kept her...
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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Cost of nursing homes in Kankakee, IL

The average cost of senior living in Illinois is $5,252 per month as compared to $5,847 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Illinois vs. national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeIllinoisU.S.Cost difference
Nursing Homes$5,252/mo$5,847/mo10.2% below national median
Assisted Living$6,329/mo$5,830/mo8.6% above national median
Memory Care$7,681/mo$6,999/mo9.7% above national median
Independent Living$3,342/mo$3,520/mo5.1% below national median
Nursing Homes
Illinois:$5,252/mo
U.S.:$5,847/mo
Cost difference:10.2% below national median
Assisted Living
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:8.6% above national median
Memory Care
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:9.7% above national median
Independent Living
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:5.1% below national median
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Nursing homes costs in Kankakee, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Kankakee 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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Nursing homes cost trends in Kankakee, IL

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Kankakee 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
Kankakee, IL$6,344/mo$6,121/mo+3.7%
Illinois$6,290/mo$5,966/mo+5.4%
National$5,926/mo$5,588/mo+6.0%
Kankakee, IL
2024 average cost:$6,344/mo
2023 average cost:$6,121/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$6,290/mo
2023 average cost:$5,966/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
National
2024 average cost:$5,926/mo
2023 average cost:$5,588/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Kankakee

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Kankakee

Wittenberg Village, a CCRC in Crown Point, IN

4.7
I moved in and liked it so much I bought a second apartment for my mother! The staff is the most caring I have ever encountered and the facility is top-notch. Hope to meet you soon.

Meadowbrook Bolingbrook

5.0
My mother has been in Meadowbrook Bolingbrook, IL for over a year. I find my Mother’s Doctor, Nurses, Aid Tech, Administrators, Kitchen Staff, Social Workers and Reception area staff, all of them are Great (friendly, professionals and very helpful). It is a big relief at this time of Pandemic to ...
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Meadowbrook LaGrange in La Grange, IL

5.0
Everything is good when I am there. Everybody is doing a great job and they smile. They answer my questions. It is going well and they contact me. They were good and respectful.

Kankakee nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kankakee nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kankakee, 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 Kankakee nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Kankakee that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
53.8%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50.5%
9.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81.2%
23.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
83.3%
24%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.4%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.3%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.2%
20.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50.5%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.8%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Kankakee nursing homes

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Kankakee Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.5%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
49.5%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.4%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kankakee nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Kankakee partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.5%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.1%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
39.2%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.5%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Kankakee nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Kankakee communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
40.3%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.2%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
34.4%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.5%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kankakee nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Kankakee offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
57%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.2%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.4%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.1%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
69.4%
6.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
45.2%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
47.8%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.8%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
55.9%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
38.7%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.8%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.9%
0.4%
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