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Senior Suites Chatham

8300 S. Cottage Grove Ave., Chicago, IL 60619

Independent Living
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(800) 780-8101

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(773) 488-1333

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $3,958
One Bedroom
Estimated $4,985

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $6,759
  • Average State Price: $4,679
  • Average National Price: $4,181


  • Senior Suites Chatham Description

    Senior living is simpler at the Senior Suites of Chatham. Our bright community lets you live the senior lifestyle you’ve always wanted in the Chicago neighborhood you’ve come to love. We help independent seniors cross more off their daily to-do lists with ease by providing convenient services and amenities like grocery transportation, housekeeping, and emergency response systems.

    Senior Lifestyle’s Senior Suites have been Chicago’s pioneer in affordable housing since 1995 and currently has 24 communities in the area. With the cooperation of the city, we offer affordable senior living in a variety of neighborhoods throughout the city to those individuals 62 years and better.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Independent Living

    Independent living offers seniors the freedom to enjoy their retirement in a supportive community setting, with amenities and activities tailored to their active lifestyle.

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    Community Reviews

    8.9
    Senior Suites Chatham
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 25 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 23 out of 161 communities in Chicago
  • Ranking in State: 364 out of 1441 communities in IL
  • Activities B

    Facility and Grounds A

    Cleanliness A


    Employee Reviews

    6.3
    Senior Lifestyle
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 1098 reviews across the web

    The following insights are from employees that work in Illinois

    Employee Pay B

    Employee Staff B

    Employee Culture B



    Review Summary

    The following is an AI generated summary of the reviews of the community from across the web.

    Overall Impressions:

    • One building at 8300 S Cottage received a negative review for needing upgrades in all apartments.
    • Senior Suites of Chatham is generally well-regarded for its cleanliness, range of activities, and the helpfulness of its staff. Many reviews highlight the community's efforts to engage seniors and provide amenities like free laundry services, transportation, and various social activities.
    • Some reviewers specifically praised the building manager at Senior Suites of Chatham for her professionalism and assistance during the COVID-19 pandemic.
    • Several reviews mention the cleanliness of the facilities and the precautions taken to protect seniors.
    • The community is described as a good place for seniors to live, with nice room sizes, and the staff is commended for their excellent customer service.
    • Activities such as line dancing, movie nights, and bingo are available, along with amenities like a gym, beauty shop, and community rooms for social gatherings.
    • Some concerns were raised about the size of the apartments and the neighborhood's safety. However, the presence of security and the convenience of on-site amenities like laundry facilities and dining options were positively noted.
    • Transportation services and shopping trips are appreciated features, enhancing the residents' quality of life.
    • The community's location is considered convenient by some, allowing easy access for family visits and proximity to shopping and restaurants.
    • A few reviews expressed dissatisfaction with the age requirement misunderstanding and the inconvenience of visitor access restrictions after certain hours.

    Conclusion:

    Senior Suites of Chatham and other senior living communities reviewed here are generally praised for their cleanliness, range of activities, and the caring nature of the staff. While there are some concerns about apartment sizes and neighborhood safety, the overall sentiment is positive, highlighting the communities' efforts to provide a welcoming and engaging environment for seniors.


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    Health

    Daily Up and About Checks

    Emergency Pull Cords

    Health Promotion and Wellness Program

    Dietician

    Pharmacist

    Skilled Nursing


    Services

    Monthly Housekeeping

    Electronically Monitored Check-in System

    Emergency Call System

    On-site Maintenance Personnel

    Regular Housekeeping

    Support Services


    Activities

    Planned Social Activities

    Engaging Activities

    Movie Screenings

    Life Enrichment Activities

    Computer Training

    Outings


    Community Amenities

    Spacious Community Rooms

    Outdoor Patio

    Complimentary Laundry Rooms

    Secured Entry System

    Community Room


    Room Amenities

    Bathtub and Shower Options

    Grab Bars

    Individually Controlled Heating and Cooling

    Utilities Included (Excluding Phone, Internet, and Cable)


    Dining

    Full Kitchen

    Weekly Grocery Transportation

    Hot Lunch Available

    Full-size Kitchens

    Large Refrigerators


    Transportation

    On-site Parking

    Transportation


    Pet

    Pet-Friendly

    Pets



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is South Chicago which is 2.6 miles away and has a population of 28,095 (mid sized town).
    • The average income is $40,247, which is very low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 78
      • Low Temperature: 27
      • Average Temperature: 53.1
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 136 days of rain, 39 days of snow and 189 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.3 inches a year

    Demographic Overview
    • The median age is 34.2 years old, low compared to other cities.
    • 2.65% of the population are Veterans which is a very low percentage of Veterans compared to other cities.
    • 21.08% of the population are Foreign-born which is a high percentage of Foreign-born compared to other cities.
    • The population is 0% American Indian and Alaska Native, 5% Asian, 26% Black or African-American, 24% Hispanic or Latino, and 42% White.

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 8.49 per 100 people which is very high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 3.02 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 4.84 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.01 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 77.83 years old, which is average compared to other zip codes.
    • Air Quality: Good Days 157.0, Moderate Days 109.0, Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Days 7.0, Unhealthy Days 1.0, Very Unhealthy Days 0.0, Hazardous Days 0.0

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    Supermarkets

    ALDI
    0.7 miles away
    Pete's Produce
    1.1 miles away
    M & H Market
    1.2 miles away
    Food 4 Less
    1.3 miles away
    Jewel-Osco
    1.3 miles away

    Transportation

    83rd Street (Avalon Park)
    0.3 miles away

    Bus Stations

    Cottage Grove & 83rd Street
    0.0 miles away
    Cottage Grove & 84th Street
    0.1 miles away
    Cottage Grove & 82nd Street
    0.1 miles away
    Cottage Grove & 85th Street
    0.2 miles away
    Cottage Grove & 81st Street
    0.3 miles away

    Banks

    Providence Bank
    0.4 miles away
    PNC Bank
    0.5 miles away
    Seaway Bank
    0.5 miles away
    Self-Help Federal Credit Union (Main Chatham Branch)
    0.5 miles away
    ISF Bank
    0.7 miles away

    Hospitals

    Jackson Park Hospital
    1.3 miles away
    South Shore Hospital
    1.9 miles away
    Advocate Trinity Hospital
    2.2 miles away
    Saint Bernard Hospital
    2.7 miles away
    La Rabida Children's Hospital
    2.9 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    0.4 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    1.1 miles away
    Walmart Pharmacy
    1.5 miles away
    Oak Street Pharmacy
    3.3 miles away
    Roseland Pharmacy
    3.8 miles away

    Dentists

    Family Dental Care
    3.0 miles away
    Thomas A. Swingler DDS
    7.2 miles away
    Brighter Dental of South Loop
    8.1 miles away
    Orthodontic Experts
    8.5 miles away
    Aspen Dental
    8.8 miles away

    Parks

    Sidney Brown Memorial Park
    0.3 miles away
    Avalon Park
    0.4 miles away
    Lorraine Dixon Park
    0.5 miles away
    Nat King Cole Park
    0.5 miles away
    Grand Crossing Park
    0.7 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Roberts Temple Church of God in Christ
    5.5 miles away

    Shopping

    Hyde Park Shopping Center
    3.7 miles away
    Kimbark Plaza
    3.9 miles away
    Little Village Discount Mall
    8.5 miles away
    Southgate Market
    8.8 miles away
    The Maxwell
    8.8 miles away

    Culture

    ETA Creative Arts Foundation
    1.1 miles away
    New Regal Theatre
    1.2 miles away
    Logan Center for Creative and Performing Arts
    2.9 miles away
    Mandel Hall
    3.2 miles away
    Civic Arts Church
    3.3 miles away

    Restaurants

    City Life
    0.1 miles away
    Chi Pizza Pie
    0.3 miles away
    The Woodlawn
    0.8 miles away
    Pepe's Mexican Restaurant
    0.9 miles away
    Grand Chinese Kitchen
    1.0 miles away

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