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12 Residential Care Homes near Chicago Heights, IL

Last Updated: 11/9/24

Residential care homes in Chicago Heights may appeal to seniors who value smaller, more close-knit communities and many opportunities for socialization. Chicago Heights care homes typically take in fewer residents, meaning older adults know each resident in the home and develop strong friendships.

Older-adult care homes vary more than other options for senior living in Chicago Heights, so families can choose from a wide range of prices, amenities, and services. A Place for Mom will work with you to understand the cost of care homes. From there, we’ll help you find the right fit, whether you’re staying on a budget or searching for luxury retirement communities.


You may also consider nearby communities such as Hammond, Orland Park or South Chicago Heights.

Residential Care Home Facilities near Chicago Heights, IL

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Last Updated: 11/9/24
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Average starting price of Residential Care Home in Chicago Heights, IL is $3,709/month. Learn more
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Types of care available in Chicago Heights, IL

Residential Care Home

Average starting price $3,709/month
Average starting price $4,624/month
Average starting price $4,690/month
Average starting price $4,615/month
Average starting price $5,070/month
Average starting price $1,451/month
Recent reviews of Residential Care Home in Chicago Heights, IL
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.

Marley Oaks in Mokena, IL
4.8

marley oaks is well staffed by qualified staff members that are caring and devoted to the residents. my mom has been there for 2 and a halve years and calls it home.she really enjoys the delicious homemade meals that are prepared daily, fresh veggies and very helpful cooks. residents each have a buzzer so help is never far away. the fact that i know my mom is never left alone and is well taken care of has given me peace of mind. if you want excellent care for your loved ones this would be the place. 5 stars and two thumbs up

Clara's Home - Supported Living

5120 160th St., Oak Forest, IL 60452

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Provides: Care Homes

Clara's Home - Supported Living

5120 160th St., Oak Forest, IL 60452

Provides: Care Homes

Prestige Residential Eldercare

3618 W 148th Street, Midlothian, IL 60445

Provides: Care Homes

Prestige Residential Eldercare

3618 W 148th Street, Midlothian, IL 60445

Provides: Care Homes

Loving Homes II

783 W 79th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410

Provides: Care Homes

Loving Homes II

783 W 79th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410

Provides: Care Homes

Loving Homes

730 West 79th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410

Provides: Care Homes

Adult Residential Care Home (Adult Foster Care). Community based home[s] family group settings. 24 Hour care.  Enabling your loved one to remain apart of the community which oftentimes they built verses becoming institutionalized.

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Loving Homes

730 West 79th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410

Provides: Care Homes

Adult Residential Care Home (Adult Foster Care). Community based home[s] family group settings. 24 Hour care.  Enabling your loved one to remain apart of the community which oftentimes they built verses becoming institutionalized.

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Marley Oaks

12631 W 187th St, Mokena, IL 60448

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
8 reviews

When it was time to find a Assisted Living Facility for my husbands 96 yr old father we were very careful in the search for where we wanted him to live. We were hoping to find somewhere close to our home to...

Provides: Care Homes

We are a unique property, in a park-like setting offering personalized assistance for you or your loved one. Our facility is truly a home with 10 private resident rooms with bathroom, a TV room with a fireplace, resident dining room and private dining room for family affairs, sun room overlooking...

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Faith Temple Group Home

5373 Delaware St., Merrillville, IN 46410

Provides: Care Homes

•  A place of Love and Comfort  • Spacious Private Family Rooms

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Faith Temple Group Home

5373 Delaware St., Merrillville, IN 46410

Provides: Care Homes

•  A place of Love and Comfort  • Spacious Private Family Rooms

Colfax Manor Assisted Living

8200 S Colfax Ave, Chicago, IL 60617

Starting at$X,XXX+ monthly
4 reviews

We're very pleased with how things have gone at Colfax Manor! The facility itself is clean and well kept, and the staff is friendly and do a great job looking out for the residents. There can be a bit of a...

Provides: Memory Care, Care Homes

Colfax Manor Assisted Living is a residential care home located in Chicago, IL, which is a famous part of Cook County. We are located only minutes from the Rainbow Park and Beach, which sits near the shores of Lake Michigan. The lake helps to create calming breezes and blue skies that make life...

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Cost of care homes in Chicago Heights, IL

The average cost of senior living in Chicago Heights is 3,709 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lynwood, IL with an average of 3,566 per month.

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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 are care homes?

Residential care homes are houses in residential neighborhoods that are equipped, adapted, and staffed to care for a small number of residents, usually between two and 10. Like assisted living communities, staff at care homes typically help residents with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and medication management. Although residential care homes vary significantly depending on the community, services usually include:

  • Help with personal care
  • Medication management
  • Mobility assistance
  • Nutritious meals
  • Social activities and outings
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
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Learn more about other types of senior living in Chicago Heights, Illinois

Chicago Heights, Illinois

Care Homes

A care home provides a communal environment for people who are who do not require skilled nursing care. This type of community is like a single-family home. Services provided might include regular dining options, laundry services, and transportation. In Illinois, the annual median cost for an assisted living community is around $50,040. The state of Illinois maintains specific rules associated with this kind of community. The Illinois Department of Public Health supervises this community type.

Cost of Living

Senior community price is affected by the destination in which it is located. Chicago Heights has a median home value of $98,310 and the median cost of rent is about $1,021 per month per month. The rent burden for Chicago Heights is around 19.8% of the average person’s monthly income.

Demographics and Values

In Chicago Heights, 10.2% have some form of disability, 7.2% are widows, 60.7% participate in the labor force, and 12.6% do not have health insurance. Of the population of Chicago Heights 28.6% have a high-school diploma, 16.2% have a college degree, and 5.4% have a graduate degree. Racially, the population of Chicago Heights is 20.7% other or not specified, 0.0% Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 34.1% Hispanic, 0.1% Native American, 42.6% black, 2.3% mixed race, 0.1% Asian, and 34.1% white. Out of the total city population, 51.5% are female and 48.5% are male. The median age of Chicago Heights is 34 years old. In Chicago Heights, 5.1% of the people are veterans of the United States military. The total population of Chicago Heights consists of 29,901 people. Chicago Heights has a population density of 1,132 people per square mile.

State Information

An overview of Illinois

There are 199 general hospitals and 383 health centers that provide care for 12,696,123 Illinois residents. The three highest ranked hospitals in Illinois are Sherman Hospital, Sam Health St. Mary’s Hospital ¢’‚¬Centralia, and And Midwestern Region Medical Center. In terms of personal well-being, Illinois ranks 22nd in healthcare and 35th in quality of life compared to other states. The natural beauty of Illinois is ranked 43rd in the nation. In terms of resources, Illinois has a cost of living index of 95.7, a grocery index rating of 94.2, and a housing index rating of 87.2. These index ratings are based on a system where 100 is considered the national average and anything below 100 is considered less expensive than the national average.

Social demographics of the state

During the latest presidential election, 39% voted for the Republican candidate while 56% voted for the Democratic candidate. The state has a median age of 38 and 29% of its population being over the age of 55. Thirty-four percent of Illinois residents regularly attend a religious service from one of the state’s 12,453 different congregations. The top three non-Christian denominations in the state are Jewish-2%, Muslim-<1%, and Buddhist-<1%, with the most common Christian denominations consisting of Evangelical Protestant-20%, Mainline Protestant-16%, and Historically Black Protestant-7%. In Illinois there are 518 masonic lodges. In terms of diversity, Illinois ranks 10th in the nation and is considered LGBTQ friendly.

State-wide weather information

The most precipitation occurs in May with an average of 6.02 inches of precipitation a month. The average monthly precipitation for the state of Illinois is around 3.33 inches. During the winter, the average temperature in Illinois drops to around 28F. The average high winter temperature is around 49F in the month of February. The average low temperature during the winter drops to around 10F in the month of January. During the summer, the average temperature in Illinois is around 73F. Over the summer months the average high temperature peaks at around 91F during the month of July. The average low summer temperature is around 53F in the month of June. The average air quality index rating in Illinois is 37.7 AQI. The highest seasonal air quality index rating occurs in the month of May with a rating of 54.5 AQI. The average humidity across the state is 71%. The highest monthly average humidity rating is 78% in the month of December. While residents of Illinois mostly enjoy pleasant conditions, it’s important to be aware of inclement weather as well, which in Illinois can include floods, earthquakes (moderate), and and tornadoes.

Wildlife to be found in Illinois

The state of Illinois has a diverse array of plant and animal life. Local plant life can consist of black eyedSusan, bee balm, bloodroot, and aromatic aster. While venturing throughout the state, you might see animals such as the coyote, the American black bear, the American pygmy shrew, or the eastern red bat. The state animal of Illinois is the white-tailed deer.

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