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Thorek Retirement Community

4950 North Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60640

Independent Living Assisted Living
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $7,721

Price Comparison

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



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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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    Assisted Living

    Assisted living offers a supportive community environment with personalized care and assistance for seniors who value their independence but need help with daily activities.

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    Community Reviews

    7.3
    Thorek Retirement Community
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 20 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 87 out of 161 communities in Chicago
  • Ranking in State: 1020 out of 1441 communities in IL
  • Food and Dining A

    Facility and Grounds A

    Staff A



    Review Summary

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

    Summary of Reviews for Bethany Retirement Community

    • Some visitors found the staff unprepared and information lacking during their visit, though the facility itself was described as nice.
    • Residents and families appreciate the caring staff, variety of activities, and the inclusion of pets, with special mention of the Yappy Hour for socializing with dogs.
    • Feedback on food quality was mixed, with some noting a decline under new management, though efforts to improve were acknowledged.
    • The community is praised for its location, neighborhood, and the availability of transportation for residents.
    • Room sizes and the layout of the community received positive comments, as did the outdoor courtyard and the variety of faiths accommodated.
    • Concerns were raised about the need for updating and the transition under new ownership, including changes in administration and planned remodeling.
    • Communication and responsiveness from the administration were areas identified for improvement.
    • Residents enjoy the social programs, activities, and the welcoming nature of both staff and fellow residents.
    • Some reviews highlighted the need for clearer information on care services and fees, noting unexpected increases in costs.
    • The community's quiet environment and proximity to medical facilities were seen as advantages, especially for less active residents.
    • Overall, Bethany Retirement Community is recommended for its caring atmosphere, variety of activities, and value, despite some areas needing enhancement.


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    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The average income is $82,072, which is very high compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 75
      • Low Temperature: 26
      • Average Temperature: 51.1
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 142 days of rain, 48 days of snow and 174 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 2.5 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

    Mariano's Fresh Market
    0.3 miles away
    Ándale Market
    0.4 miles away
    Qideas
    0.6 miles away
    Tai Nam Market
    0.6 miles away
    Park to Shop Supermarket
    0.6 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    Clark & Winnemac
    0.1 miles away
    Clark & Ainslie
    0.1 miles away
    Lawrence & Ashland WB
    0.2 miles away
    Lawrence & Ashland EB
    0.2 miles away
    Lawrence & Paulina
    0.2 miles away

    Banks

    Chase
    0.2 miles away
    North Side Community Bank
    0.3 miles away
    U.S. Bank
    0.5 miles away
    Citibank
    0.6 miles away
    International Bank of Chicago
    0.6 miles away

    Hospitals

    Thorek Memorial Hospital Andersonville
    0.0 miles away
    Chicago Lakeshore Hospital
    1.0 miles away
    Louis A. Weiss Memorial Hospital
    1.1 miles away
    Kindred Hospital Chicago (North Campus)
    1.4 miles away
    Swedish Covenant Hospital
    1.4 miles away

    Pharmacies

    Walgreens
    0.5 miles away
    CVS Pharmacy
    0.5 miles away
    Mini Thương Xá
    0.7 miles away

    Dentists

    1st Family Dental Andersonville
    0.5 miles away
    Lincoln Square Orthodontics
    1.0 miles away
    Northside Dental
    1.1 miles away
    Elite Dental
    1.3 miles away
    First Dental Center
    1.3 miles away

    Parks

    Andersonville
    0.0 miles away
    Chase Park
    0.3 miles away
    Andersonville Park
    0.3 miles away
    Winnemac Park
    0.5 miles away
    Carmen Park
    0.5 miles away

    None Found

    Shopping

    Lincoln Village Shopping Center
    2.5 miles away
    Lincolnwood Town Center
    3.4 miles away
    900 North Michigan
    5.5 miles away
    Water Tower Place
    5.6 miles away
    The Shops at North Bridge
    5.9 miles away

    Culture

    Chicago Magic Lounge
    0.2 miles away
    Neofuturists
    0.3 miles away
    pH Comedy
    0.4 miles away
    Uptown Theatre
    0.5 miles away
    Riviera Theatre
    0.6 miles away

    Restaurants

    The Bongo Room
    0.1 miles away
    Garcia's Restaurant
    0.3 miles away
    Taste of Lebanon
    0.3 miles away
    Middle East Bakery & Grocery
    0.3 miles away
    Polygon Cafe
    0.3 miles away

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