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11 Residential Care Homes near Oak Lawn, IL

Last Updated: 2/21/25

Residential care homes in Oak Lawn may appeal to seniors who value smaller, more close-knit communities and many opportunities for socialization. Oak Lawn 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 Oak Lawn, 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 Chicago, Cicero or Chicago Ridge.

Residential Care Home Facilities near Oak Lawn, IL

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Last Updated: 2/21/25
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Average starting price of Residential Care Home in Oak Lawn, IL is $3,542/month. Learn more
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Types of care available in Oak Lawn, IL

Residential Care Home

Average starting price $3,542/month
Average starting price $5,447/month
Average starting price $5,456/month
Average starting price $5,463/month
Average starting price $5,945/month
Average starting price $1,647/month
Recent reviews of Residential Care Home in Oak Lawn, 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

Prestige Residential Eldercare

3618 W 148th Street, Midlothian, IL 60445

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Prestige Residential Eldercare

3618 W 148th Street, Midlothian, IL 60445

Provides: Care Homes

Clara's Home - Supported Living

5120 160th St., Oak Forest, IL 60452

Provides: Care Homes

Clara's Home - Supported Living

5120 160th St., Oak Forest, IL 60452

Provides: Care Homes

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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Horizon Assisted Living

5737 Thurlow St., Hinsdale, IL 60521

Provides: Care Homes

Horizon Assisted Living

5737 Thurlow St., Hinsdale, IL 60521

Provides: Care Homes

Golden Age Assisted Living

5734 Thurlow St, Hinsdale, IL 60521

Provides: Care Homes

Roma Senior Home

27 Emily Lane, Lemont, IL 60439

1 review

very nice

Provides: Care Homes

Looking for Skilled Nursing Care / Assisted Living? Our home in Lemont is your answer! Our three bedroom spacious ranch-style with an airy feeling home is in a peaceful, quiet neighborhood, set on a dead end street for privacy on an acre of georgous land, conveniently located near major...

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Roma Home Care

13740 South Archer Ave., Lemont, IL 60439

Provides: Care Homes

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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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Cost of care homes in Oak Lawn, IL

The average cost of senior living in Oak Lawn is 3,542 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Merrionette Park, IL with an average of 3,523 per month.

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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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Oak Lawn, Illinois

Care Homes

Care homes provide seniors with an intimate sense of community without the agitation of a larger nursing home. This type of community is like a single-family home. Services offered may include food service, washing clothes, and transit. In Illinois, the annual median cost for an assisted living community is around $50,040. The state of Illinois maintains specific standards related to this type of community. The Illinois Department of Public Health governs this type of community.

Cost of Living

The location where a senior care community is based will have a significant impact on community price. The overall cost of living is a big influence when selecting which care choice meets the needs of your loved one. The rent burden for Oak Lawn is about 19.6% of the average monthly income. The median monthly price for rent in Oak Lawn is about $1,144 and the median home value for Oak Lawn is $191,269.

Demographics and Values

In Oak Lawn, 9.9% live in poverty, 8.2% do not have health insurance, 12.4% have some form of disability, and 62.3% participate in the labor force. Currently, the population of Oak Lawn consists of 56,087 people. Oak Lawn has a population density of 2,526 people per square mile. In terms of education, 10.4% have a graduate degree, 29.7% have a high-school diploma, and 28.7% have a college degree. Based on gender, 51.3% are female and 48.7% are male. The median age of Oak Lawn is 41 years old. Demographically, Oak Lawn is 6.6% black, 80.4% white, 20.3% Hispanic, 6.9% other or not specified, 0.0% Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 3.1% mixed race, 2.9% Asian, and 0.1% Native American. In Oak Lawn, 6.3% of the citizens are veterans of the United States armed forces.

State Information

An overview of Illinois

Illinois is ranked 35th in quality of life and 22nd in healthcare. The natural beauty of Illinois is ranked 43rd in the nation. The state of Illinois has a cost of living index of 95.7 where a score of 100 is the national average, and anything below 100 is considered less expensive than the national average. The state has a grocery index rating of 94.2 and a housing index rating of 87.2. 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.

Social demographics of the state

In Illinois, 29% of the population is over the age of 55. The median age in the state is 38. During the latest presidential election, 39% voted for the Republican candidate while 56% voted for the Democratic candidate. In Illinois, 34% of the population attend some form of religious service and there are 12,453 different congregations. The top three Christian denominations in the state are Evangelical Protestant-20%, Mainline Protestant-16%, and Historically Black Protestant-7%. The top three non-Christian denominations in the state are Jewish-2%, Muslim-<1%, and Buddhist-<1%. 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

Illinois experiences an average humidity rating of about 71%. The highest monthly average humidity rating is 78% in the month of December. The average air quality index rating in Illinois is 37.7 AQI. The average air quality index rating peaks in the month of May with a rating of around 54.5 AQI. On average, the state receives 3.33 inches of precipitation a month. The average amount of precipitation peaks during the month of May at around 6.02 inches. The average temperature in the summer rises to around 73F. Over the summer months the average high temperature peaks at around 91F during the month of July. In the summer, the average low temperature drops to around 53F during the month of June. The average temperature in the winter falls to around 28F. The average high winter temperature is around 49F in the month of February. In the winter months, the average low temperature falls to around 10F during the month of January. 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 bee balm, bloodroot, black eyedSusan, and viola pedata. While venturing throughout the state, you might see animals such as the American black bear, the cougar, the American pygmy shrew, or the coyote. The state animal of Illinois is the white-tailed deer.

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