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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Wilmette nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Wilmette, IL may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.
We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Wilmette or another care type is right for you. Browse 87 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Wilmette.
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Types of care available in Wilmette, IL
I recommend Cantata because they have a robust rehab gym staffed with professionals in physical therapy, occupational therapy, balance, speech/memory therapy. It is located on a quiet tree lined landscaped campus with onsite Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing and Independent Living. The staff communicates very well with the resident and the family. Price is fair market/moderate.
Based on our experience I would recommend. So far everything has been very good no problems and everyone has been great and easy to work with.
Excellent caring staff. The food was always hot and fresh. Excellent chef as all of the food is made right there on premises. The nurses and aides were very caring and attentive to our needs. Great therapy team. The facility is immaculate I would highly recommend this facility
335 Ridge Road, Wilmette, IL 60091
Location good. If patient can take advantage of all of the activities, then you get more of your moneys worth. My mother can't. She's too far gone. She's got hospice. It is not a nursing home so we have...
For personalized memory care services, you are in great hands with Artis Senior Living in Wilmette, Illinois. The Artis Way empowers residents with their own individual preferences and passions as we ensure that your care is personalized and adaptive to your loved one’s uniqueness. From our...
4501 Concord Lane, Northbrook, IL 60062
Despite my living in an apartment in Independent Living, I see the excellent care of others who are more impaired. I would absolutely recommend Brookdale Northbrook to other families!
A Meaningful RetirementWhy would you settle for a senior living community that requires you to sacrifice your well-deserved freedom and independence in exchange for quality care? Our residents enjoy both here at our independent and assisted living community in Northbrook, Illinois. You can join...
800 South River Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016
I was apprehensive about moving into a senior living community, but I have been very impressed with Brookdale. The residents and staff are very friendly and genuine. I have lived at Brookdale for four years...
It’s good to be home.Our community just outside of Chicago gives you the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with both independent living and assisted living on the same campus. With several floor plans to chose from, including studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom options, you’ll be able...
10 N Summit Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068
Cleanliness=timely cleaning of floors Food=better preparation, better variety,better,wait staff,and timely service for telephone orders. There is a wide range of activities to chose from.
Summit of Uptown is located in the heart of Park Ridge and offers independent living, assisted living and memory care. Our community features spacious studio, one bedroom and two bedroom apartments within an active lifestyle community.We offer onsite daily activities focused on building deep...
2200 Golf Road, Glenview, IL 60025
Very honestly, I would give a five for each of the categories. I know my dad was only there for a few weeks but overall the care and consideration everybody had for him made myself and my sisters so happy...
Belmont Village of Glenview, Illinois is situated in the heart of a beautiful residential area. Our community is convenient to Old Orchard, the botanical gardens and many places of worship. There are also major medical centers and hospitals in close to the facility, including the new Glenview...
3240 Milwaukee Ave, Northbrook, IL 60062
I often think that many in the area could hear my huge sigh of relief when we at last found Arden Courts to serve my mother, whose Alzheimer's disease was rapidly progressing. The community is kind,...
For nearly 25 years, Arden Courts Memory Care has catered to the special needs of individuals with memory loss. Staffed by specially trained caregivers, Arden Courts cares for individuals diagnosed with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. Each community features home like common areas,...
1665 Oakton Place, Des Plaines, IL 60018
We chose Generations Oakton Arms because of the cleanliness of the facility and we saw how happy all of the residents were. They also had better food and increased quantity. Administration works with...
Generations at Oakton offers Independent and Assisted Living at the Arms while Oakton Pavilion offers short term rehabilitation as well as long term skilled nursing care. Allowing the campus to offer a continuum of care should the need arise. All residents are able to come and go as they please,...
1725 West Ballard Road, Park Ridge, IL 60068
I know my parents are safe and well taken care of at Sunrise. My mom's physical and cognitive needs are met and overall, they are both happy there. [name removed] like to see the quality of the food improve.
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...
3535 N Ashland Ave, Chicago, IL 60657
What we like the most about Artis Senior Living is the care partners and the front desk staff and we would absolutely recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones
Welcome to Artis—where empowerment, pride and fulfillment define memory careAt Artis Senior Living, our mission is to provide the finest level in Memory Care and assisted living through individually designed programs combined with a passionate dedication to each resident’s individualized comforts...
700 E Euclid Ave, Prospect Heights, IL 60070
This adult community is awesome. The staff are great... friendly... caring.... respectful... and treat the residents like family. I love Eden Vista!! They are always eager to assist with my mom!!!
Just a short drive from Chicago, Eden Vista Prospect Heights offers spacious accommodations, restaurant-style dining and activities to engage your interests and purpose. Life here means trading the chores, stress and isolation that often comes from living at home for a community full of...
1000 Sunset Ridge Road, Northbrook, IL 60062
The location is terrible - next to transformers and power towers. They get people from one activity to the next and there was something every day and all day long. They made people feel inclusive and able...
North Shore Place located in Northbrook, Cook County, Illinois provides seniors with a caring assisted living community that is supportive and safe. Our community offers its residents a peaceful place to call home. Northbrook is a great city to visit, and guests of our residents will enjoy...
4715 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60641
Clarendale Six Corners is an excellent option for senior assisted care living. It's located in a new building that offers beautiful apartment options with great views of the city. The admissions and...
Clarendale Six Corners is Chicago's most anticipated senior living community now open for you to experience! On a triangular corner of Six Corners in Northwest Chicago, Illinois, you’ll discover 10 floors of casual sophistication, superb hospitality services and great amenities.You'll enjoy...
4021 W Belmont, Chicago, IL 60641
The staff and administrators were very responsive to questions and concerns. I was able to attend all activities if I wanted to and sit with the group to listen to music or watch tv. They held care...
Have you noticed that something doesn't seem right with mom or dad these days? It could be subtle or it could be something that's pretty obvious. Regardless, you've turned to the Internet for a reason and the best choice for assisted living is also Chicago's most notable and...
7000 North McCormick Boulevard, Lincolnwood, IL 60712
Fantastic staff and team of professionals, caring, supportive, and responsive. Units need a little proactive maintenance, but overall they are spacious, utilitarian, and comfortable. Food is great.
Lincolnwood Place offers independent living and assisted living in Lincolnwood, Illinois. Lincolnwood is a village in Cook County and is most widely known as the home of the Purple Hotel, which has a place in local lore. In addition to the intrigue surrounding this historical site, the village...
3501 Northeast Parkway, Lincolnwood, IL 60712
The Carrington is lovely but could be far better. It needs overall updating. We thought it was a new building built in 2018 and it is not. It is showing wear and tear. Furniture needs painting, machines...
Creating a multi-acre senior living community in the very heart of a highly desirable area like Lincolnwood is a rare opportunity. While only minutes from businesses and shopping, cultural opportunities, houses of worship and medical and professional offices, the landscaped 13-acre,...
4700 W Lake Ave, Glenview, IL 60025
My loved one was previously a resident at Arbor Terrace Glenview and everything was very good. We were very pleased with the facility: the sitting rooms, common areas and open spaces for family get...
Located in the Village of Glenview on the North Shore, Arbor Terrace Glenview is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being. For people living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia, Arbor Terrace Glenview a...
8415 North Waukegan Road, Morton Grove, IL 60053
My husband and I would definitely rate each category as a 5. We are so pleased with the Wellshire, but most importantly, my mother-in-law LOVES it there. She tells us almost every visit how happy she is...
The Wellshire is designed for seniors that require assistance with the activities of daily living. The campus offers a continuum of care with Bella Terra nursing and rehab center connected to The Wellshire. The Wellshire was built in 2011. We are located in Morton Grove, The Wellshire is...
1227 E. Golf Rd., Des Plaines, IL 60016
After more than 5 years of involvement with the residency of a loved one at Alden Garden of DesPlaines, I consider the experience with the Alden community to be exceptional from a consumer perspective....
Alden Gardens and Courts is the cozy community with a giant heart offering assisting living and memory care. Allowing adults the opportunity to feel at home, each deluxe studio apartment is equipped with Lifeline call system, microwave oven, refrigerator, individual thermostat, and spacious...
7000 North Newark Avenue, Niles, IL 60714
Staff and care were great. Only issue I had was after she passed. I emptied out her room within three days (before the end of the month). Gave the keys back and told them she was out. They charged her for...
Celebrate Senior Living of Niles is a close-knit continuing care senior retirement community with independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing rehabilitation care. It is located in the Village of Niles, Cook County, Illinois, a peaceful suburb ten minutes from Chicago.As...
1879 Chestnut Avenue, Glenview, IL 60025
Remind the employees to TELL the patient's what they will do Before doing it. Remind the employees to slow down especially when changing patient's clothes. Tell employees to wear name tags. Emerald Place...
Emerald Place is a purpose built memory care community for seniors in the Chicago area. We specialize in providing high quality care for seniors living with dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, by offering a personal touch that makes every resident feel welcome and at ease. Our services and...
7432 W Talcott, Chicago, IL 60631
Very friendly staff. They take good care of you and are always trying to make their residents comfortable. Very nice accommodations. My Dad has enjoyed the food and most of the get togethers they organized.
4239 N Oak Park Ave, Chicago, IL 60634
Moved my brother into Autumn Green last month. Everyone at the facility was extremely helpful during the week we were in town to organize the move. I am managing this transition from 2000 miles away in Los...
Autumn Green at Wright Campus is a senior living community located in the vibrant metropolis of Chicago, Illinois. This iconic city offers some of the best amenities in the country. Glass towers, luxury boutiques and fine dining can be found amongst the busy downtown core. Visiting family members...
1815 Norwood Ct, Evanston, IL 60201
It's new and lovely and working very hard to flourish. I certainly would recommend Trulee. Move in was very smooth. They work with a group that regularly moves people from their homes to Trulee and sets up...
When you find a community that delivers all that matters most to you with sophistication, excellence and flair; you want to make it your own. Trulee Evanston offers a fresh, contemporary senior living experience with the highest caliber of Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care....
3131 Simpson St, Evanston, IL 60201
It's a very nice place for my mother. Not sure if there is anything that they need to improve on from what my mom tells me. Most of the staff is very friendly and she seems to be happy there.
The Highlands Assisted Living at Westminster Place is a community situated within a beautiful 40-acre campus. As a part of Presbyterian Homes' continuum of care, this assisted living community in Evanston offers levels of personalized care based on an individual’s needs. Residents of assisted...
510 N Greenwood, Park Ridge, IL 60068
The Sheridan is assisted living and memory care only. They cannot accommodate skilled nursing. We also were able to have our continued hospice care. However when our hospice nurse and Doctor asked about a...
The Sheridan at Park Ridge is a new assisted living and memory care community for seniors age 55 and over in the Chicago metropolitan area. We specialize in helping seniors live their lives to the fullest, no matter what level of specialized care they need. For our assisted living residents, we...
Nursing homes, also called skilled nursing facilities, provide long-term care for seniors with significant physical or mental health conditions, and short-term care to people recovering from an injury or hospital stay. Nursing homes provide personal assistance and medical care from licensed professionals. Services in skilled nursing facilities often include:
Located just 16 miles from downtown Chicago, Wilmette residents experience the charm and convenience of small-town life while always having the opportunity to venture into the big city and take advantage of the endless entertainment options. Along the lakeshore, just north of Chicago and Evanston, Wilmette offers dazzling vistas of Lake Michigan, the second largest Great Lake.
Nursing homes — also called convalescent homes or skilled nursing facilities — are intended for seniors who require 24-hour monitoring and medical assistance. These communities are designed to promote independence among seniors who require constant nursing care to perform activities of daily living (ADLs), but do not require hospital-level care.
In 2019, the median monthly cost of a private room in a nursing home was about $9,300 in Wilmette and around $6,800 in the state of Illinois, according to Genworth.
Wilmette is considered to be more expensive than the national average when it comes to cost of living. This is because the city is one of the premiere suburbs of Chicago and has high property values.
Index Scores
All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.
| Household Expenses | Health Care | Insurance | Entertainment | Grocery | Clothing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 139 | 135 | 161 | 140 | 130 | 138 |
Income and Housing
| Median income age 45-64 | Median income age 65+ | Median household income | Average individual income | Median employee salary | Average property tax | One-bedroom apartment gross rent estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $167,552 per year | $75,765 per year | $142,031 per year | $75,598 per year | $41,915 per year | $13,709 per year | $1,055 per month |
The top hospitals that service Wilmette include:
AMITA Health Saint Francis Hospital Evanston
Wilmette’s climate is classified as humid continental. This means that Wilmette experiences varied seasonal temperatures with cold winters and hot summers. The average humidity level is 66%, and humidity levels are often highest during December at about 74%.
Seasonal Temperatures
| January Average | January Maximum | January Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 22°F | 30°F | 14°F |
| July Average | July Maximum | July Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 73°F | 83°F | 63°F |
Air Quality
This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.
Precipitation
Population Statistics
| Median age | Percent of population over 65 | Population | Population Density | Average Household Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47 | 18.8% | 26,933 | 4,984.7 per square mile | 2.8 |
Race & Ethnicity
| American Indian or Alaskan Native | Asian | Black | Hispanic or Latino | Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | Two or More Races | White (not Hispanic or Latino) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| <0.1% | 13.5% | 0.7% | 02.9% | <0.1% | 2.7% | 80.3% |
These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.
LGBTQ+ Inclusivity
These scores were taken from the 2019 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.
2016 Presidential Election Results for Cook County
| Democratic | Republican | Other |
|---|---|---|
| 74.4% | 21.4% | 4.2% |
Located just 16 miles from downtown Chicago, Wilmette residents experience the charm and convenience of small-town life while always having the opportunity to venture into the big city and take advantage of the endless entertainment options. Along the lakeshore, just north of Chicago and Evanston, Wilmette offers dazzling vistas of Lake Michigan, the second largest Great Lake.
With over 63 acres of lakefront parks, Wilmette offers beaches for swimming, sailing, and sunbathing, including Gillson Beach and Langdon Beach. The community’s Centennial Recreation Center provides access to indoor tennis courts, an ice skating rink, and outdoor pools, and the Wilmette Golf Course is a popular spot for locals.
When spending time in Wilmette, don’t miss out on the city’s cultural centers, including the French Market — a Saturday morning farmers’ market — and the Wilmette Historical Museum. Wilmette is also home to the Baha’i Temple, a multi-denominational worship and community space designed by French-Canadian architect Louis Bougeois.
Transportation
With its proximity to Chicago, Wilmette offers a variety of public transportation options. Operated by the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), the “L” — Chicago’s elevated railway system — extends to Wilmette via the Purple Line, and the Pace Bus and Metro Union Pacific North Line are additional transit options. For seniors, CTA offers a paratransit program, reduced fare permits, and a no-fare program for Illinois residents.
Encore Village of Schaumburg, a CCRC, Brookdale Northbrook and Sunrise of Naperville North are the top-rated nursing homes near Wilmette, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 87 nursing homes near Wilmette, Illinois. See the full list.
The best nursing home facilities near you in Wilmette, Illinois are Brookdale Northbrook and Brookdale Des Plaines. These nursing home communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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