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Senior Suites Garfield Ridge

5839 S. Harlem Ave., Chicago, IL 60638

Independent Living
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For Pricing & Availability

(800) 780-8101

To Reach a Resident

(773) 229-1533

Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $4,512
One Bedroom
Estimated $5,683

Price Comparison

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


  • Senior Suites Garfield Ridge Description

    Come explore an affordable senior lifestyle at Senior Suites of Garfield Ridge. Located in Chicago’s Garfield Ridge neighborhood, we provide an exciting, fulfilling lifestyle to seniors in the area. Our warm community is for active seniors who want more options for interaction in their days. We take things off your to-do list with convenient transportation for grocery shopping and housekeeping.
    Senior Lifestyle’s Senior Suites have been Chicago’s pioneer in affordable housing since 1995. There are now 24 communities in the area. With the city’s cooperation, we offer affordable senior living in a variety of neighborhoods 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

    8.6
    Senior Suites Garfield Ridge
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 35 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 36 out of 161 communities in Chicago
  • Ranking in State: 556 out of 1441 communities in IL
  • Activities B

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff 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.

    Many reviews highlight the positive aspects of Senior Suites Garfield Ridge, noting the friendly and attentive staff, the variety of apartment options, and the safety measures in place, including no reported COVID cases. Residents appreciate the modern facilities, including kitchens in the apartments, safety features like pull cords, and the inclusion of utilities and housekeeping in the rent. Activities and amenities such as a shuttle bus service, laundry facilities, and social gathering areas are also well-regarded.

    However, some reviews mention areas for improvement. Concerns were raised about the size and compactness of the apartments for some individuals' needs, and one review reported a significant issue with bedbugs, leading to dissatisfaction with management's response. Parking limitations and the distance to stores were also noted as drawbacks for some.

    Despite these concerns, many residents express satisfaction with their living experience, highlighting the community's cleanliness, the quality of the facilities, and the diverse range of activities available. The staff's efforts to create a welcoming and supportive environment are frequently praised, and many residents feel that Senior Suites Garfield Ridge offers a good value for the cost.

    Overall, while there are areas that could benefit from improvement, the majority of feedback is positive, with many residents and their families recommending Senior Suites Garfield Ridge as a pleasant and secure place to live.


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    Health

    Daily Up and About Checks

    Emergency Pull Cords

    Electronically Monitored Check-in System

    Skilled Nursing


    Services

    Monthly Housekeeping

    Utilities Included

    Free Laundry Rooms

    On-site Maintenance Personnel

    24/7 Professional Staff

    Emergency Call System


    Activities

    Planned Social Activities

    Library

    Board Games


    Community Amenities

    Spacious Community Rooms

    Outdoor Patio

    Complimentary Laundry Rooms

    Secured Entry System


    Room Amenities

    Bathtub and Shower Options

    Grab Bars

    Individually Controlled Heating and Cooling

    Wheelchair Accessibility


    Dining

    Full Kitchen

    Weekly Grocery Transportation


    Transportation

    On-site Parking

    Convenient Transportation


    Pet

    Pet-Friendly

    Pets



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Summit which is 0.5 miles away and has a population of 11,389 (small town).
    • The average income is $61,041, which is average 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
    0.4 miles away
    Fair Share Foods
    1.1 miles away
    Jewel-Osco
    1.7 miles away
    Shop & Save Market
    2.2 miles away
    Riverside Foods
    3.1 miles away

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    Bus Stations

    Harlem & 59th Street NB
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    Harlem & 59th Street SB
    0.1 miles away
    Harlem & 58th Street NB
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    Harlem & 58th Street SB
    0.1 miles away
    Harlem & 60th Street NB
    0.2 miles away

    Banks

    Fifth Third Bank
    0.2 miles away
    Byline Bank
    0.6 miles away
    Marquette Bank
    0.7 miles away
    BMO Harris Bank
    0.7 miles away
    Archer Heights Credit Union
    0.9 miles away

    Hospitals

    MacNeal Hospital
    3.1 miles away
    Adventist La Grange Memorial Hospital
    4.3 miles away
    Hines Veterans Administration Hospital
    5.1 miles away
    Loyola University Medical Center
    5.1 miles away
    Esperanza marquette
    5.4 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    0.5 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    3.6 miles away

    Dentists

    Alta Dental
    2.1 miles away
    Dentist
    3.2 miles away
    Diane Garrison D.D.S
    4.0 miles away
    G.R. Zehak, DDS & Associates
    4.0 miles away
    Dr. Robert E. Rada, DDS
    4.1 miles away

    Parks

    Valley Forge Park
    0.1 miles away
    Legion Park
    0.3 miles away
    Summit Park
    0.5 miles away
    Nottingham Park
    0.6 miles away
    Argo Park
    0.7 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Roberts Temple Church of God in Christ
    9.4 miles away

    Shopping

    Little Village Discount Mall
    6.5 miles away
    International Plaza Shopping Center
    7.9 miles away
    Oakbrook Center
    8.7 miles away
    Berkeley Shopping Centre
    8.9 miles away
    Northlake Commons Shopping Center
    9.8 miles away

    Culture

    Thai Culture Center
    2.1 miles away
    Riverside Arts Center
    3.0 miles away
    Jedlica Performing Arts Center
    3.3 miles away
    Kiwanis Park Amphitheatre
    3.4 miles away
    The Nature Stage
    3.7 miles away

    Restaurants

    Pizza Hut
    0.0 miles away
    Ash GastroPub
    0.6 miles away
    Lindys Chili
    0.9 miles away
    Stunod's Pizzeria
    1.0 miles away
    New Warsaw 🇵🇱
    1.3 miles away

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