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67 assisted living communities in and around Chicago, Illinois

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What assisted living in Chicago includes

Seniors who require daily assistance with ADLs and IADLs can live in assisted living communities. They provide supervision, personal care, and recreation activities for seniors. These communities may also include transportation assistance and minimal nursing care. Under certain conditions, assisted living communities may also provide respite care, hospice care, or dementia care.

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The cost of assisted living in Chicago, Illinois

Assisted living in Chicago averages about $7,710 per month — about 24% above the Illinois median of $6,219. Your quote depends on suite size, level of daily care, community type, and current move-in specials.

How Chicago, Illinois prices compare nearby

City-by-city price benchmarks are being refreshed with current survey data. Meanwhile, an advisor checks live quotes in Chicago or any nearby city, free.

Median monthly cost of assisted living

  • Chicago$7,710
  • Illinois median$6,219

2025 industry cost-of-care survey data. Medians, not quotes. An advisor confirms current pricing at any Chicago community, free.

Other senior care options in Chicago, Illinois

How families pay for assisted living in Chicago, Illinois

  • Private pay

    The most common route: savings, retirement income, or family contributions cover the monthly rate directly. It keeps every Chicago community on the table, and it is often blended with the options below.

    How to pay for assisted living

  • VA Aid & Attendance

    Eligible veterans and surviving spouses in Chicago, Illinois can receive a monthly pension on top of their regular VA benefits, applied toward assisted living costs.

    A&A veteran benefits guide

  • Medicaid & Medicare

    Illinois Medicaid's Veterans Administration (VA) Centers in Illinois program helps eligible lower-income seniors with assisted living costs in participating communities, though it does not cover room and board. Medicare does not pay for daily-living help, but still covers approved medical care residents receive.

    Medicare benefits guide

  • Reverse mortgage

    Homeowners with substantial equity can convert part of the home's value into a lump sum, credit line, or monthly payments, often used to fund a spouse's move to assisted living.

    Compare funding options

Chicago for older adults

Weather and climate in Chicago, Illinois

84°F / 19°F summer high / winter low

About 38 inches of rain and about 35 inches of snow a year. Communities plan indoor programming through the winter months, with staff-assisted transport for medical appointments in bad weather.

Community around Chicago

12% of residents age 65+ (US Census ACS)

Chicago has an established senior population, with community centers, worship options, and reduced-fare transit programs that keep older adults connected. Most communities sit minutes from grocery, pharmacy, and medical services.

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Guides for the next step

Family-friendly reading on assisted living — from cost comparisons to move-in checklists.

Free assisted living resources in Chicago, Illinois

Government and non-profit programs Chicago families can use at no cost while planning a move.

What families say about Chicago communities

Assisted Living

This community has received many positive reviews. Smith Village's management cares deeply about the residents. This is one of its best features. The staff took great care of the community, and they made sure that residents were safe, healthy, and comfortable during this difficult time. I would highly recommend.

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Rules and regulations for assisted living in Chicago, Illinois

Every assisted living community in Chicago, Illinois is licensed and inspected by Illinois Long Term Care Ombudsman Program. Communities must meet standards for staffing, caregiver training, medication administration, and building safety, with managers and staff completing continuing in-service training each year.

Before you tour, it's worth confirming a community's license status and inspection history. Our advisors do this as part of every Chicago shortlist.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the criteria for assisted living?

The primary criterion for assisted living is requiring assistance with ADLs. In addition, there are more criteria like exhibiting High Risk Senior (HRS) characteristics, being unable to live at home safely, etc.

Does Medicare pay for assisted living?

No, Medicare does not directly pay for assisted living when seniors require custodial care (ADL assistance). However, Medicare can be used to pay for assisted living medical costs.

How much does assisted living cost per month?

According to Genworth, in 2020, the median cost for Assisted Living was $4,300 per month. This cost will vary from city to city along with amenities, services, and other factors.

Does long term care insurance cover assisted living?

While most long-term care insurance policies do not cover the total cost of assisted living, the limited assistance that most policies provide can help to lower the cost of nonmedical long-term care. When combined with other choices like Medicaid waivers and lower fees for low-income households, long-term care insurance can help many seniors manage the expense of the care they require.

Are assisted living expenses tax deductible?

If you or a loved one lives in an assisted living community, you may be eligible for a medical expense tax deduction for some or all of your assisted living costs. Furthermore, the federal government recognizes the financial stress placed on family members who aid in the payment of assisted living for a loved one. That implies you may be allowed to take this deduction if you have a senior dependent in assisted living.

Do you bring your own furniture to assisted living?

You can help your parent with dementia to move to assisted living by making them feel familiar with the transition and giving them enough time to adjust to the shift.

How to move a parent with dementia to assisted living?

Residents in assisted living are welcome to bring their own furniture as long as the bed remains accessible in the event of an emergency and the amount of furniture does not endanger the resident's safety.

How does assisted living work with Social Security?

Most seniors can use different methods to pay for assisted living including social security pay. Seniors can use this to pay for a portion of assisted living as it may not cover the total expenses.

What assisted living expenses are tax deductible?

Residents of assisted living facilities who want to claim tax deductions for their services must be "chronically ill." Some Assisted Living seniors may be able to deduct the entire monthly rental charge. In contrast, others may only be able to deduct the specified personal care services.

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