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Brookdale Lake Shore Drive

2960 North Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60657

Independent Living Assisted Living
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $4,835
One Bedroom
Estimated $6,090
Two Bedroom
Estimated $7,490

Price Comparison

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


  • Brookdale Lake Shore Drive Description

    Brookdale Lake Shore Drive is a large 70 bed community that offers independent living and assisted living and is about 6.0 miles outside Chicago, Illinois and is part of the Brookdale Senior Living network of communities. Residents who live at the facility are able to choose from a range of studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and suite room layouts.

    The community has an average rating of 8 out of 10 making it the 69th highest rated community in the city out of 161 communities. See more information on reviews.

    To find information about the surrounding area including weather, crime, health facilities, parks, and more you can explore the neighborhood here.

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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

    8.1
    Brookdale Lake Shore Drive
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 135 reviews across the web

    Ranking

  • Ranking in City: 63 out of 162 communities in Chicago
  • Ranking in State: 822 out of 1473 communities in IL
  • Food and Dining A

    Value for Price B

    Activities A

    Facility and Grounds A

    Care A

    Staff A

    Cleanliness A


    Employee Reviews

    6.0
    Brookdale Senior Living
    Based on My Caring Plan's proprietary scoring, including 1999 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.

    Brookdale Lake Shore Drive has received a mix of reviews from residents, their families, and staff. Many highlight the community's excellent location, vibrant social life, and the variety of activities available, including dining, exercise classes, and clubs. The care staff is often described as attentive, compassionate, and dedicated, contributing to a holistic approach to assisted living. Residents enjoy making new friends, participating in classes, and the beautiful views and park access the location offers.

    However, some reviews express dissatisfaction with certain aspects of the facility and services. Complaints include issues with functionality, such as showers, closets, and elevators, as well as concerns about the quality of care in the assisted living section. There are also mentions of undercooked food, lost laundry, and inadequate responses from the management team. A few reviews from staff members describe challenges with management and the work environment, including concerns about prioritization of clients and cleanliness during construction.

    Despite these criticisms, many families have expressed gratitude for the care and support their loved ones receive, highlighting the staff's efforts to make residents feel welcome and integrated into the community. The management team's handling of the COVID-19 situation has also been praised for making families feel secure about their loved ones' safety.

    In summary, while Brookdale Lake Shore Drive is celebrated for its community atmosphere, location, and staff dedication, there are areas where improvements are suggested, particularly in facility maintenance and some aspects of resident care.


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    Health

    Medication Management

    Therapy Room

    Personalized Care Plans

    Personal Care

    Wellness Center

    Skilled Nursing


    Services

    Concierge Service

    Home Maintenance

    24 Hour Security System

    Housekeeping Included

    Personal Solutions


    Activities

    Gardening/Greenhouse

    Arts & Crafts Studio

    Game Room

    Pub/Sports Bar

    Community Room (Rental Space)

    Engaging Activities


    Community Amenities

    Fitness Center

    Library

    Beauty/Barber Shop

    Courtyard and Garden

    Landscaped Grounds

    Business Centers/Computers


    Room Amenities

    Emergency Alert System

    Flat Screen TV

    Ample Storage Space

    Wall-to-Wall Carpet

    Kitchen

    Telephone


    Dining

    Restaurant-style Dining

    Café/Bistro

    Private Dining Room

    Special Dietary Menus

    Fine Dining

    Dining Services


    Transportation

    Transportation

    Parking

    Valet Service


    Pet

    Pet Friendly



    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Chicago which is 6.0 miles away and has a population of 2,720,546 (medium sized city).
    • The average income is $143,957, 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

    Apple Bite Mart
    0.3 miles away
    Mariano's
    0.4 miles away
    Walmart Neighborhood Market
    0.4 miles away
    Trader Joe's
    0.5 miles away
    Big Apple Finer Foods
    0.8 miles away

    None Found

    Bus Stations

    Lake Shore Drive & Oakdale
    0.0 miles away
    Lake Shore Drive & Wellington
    0.1 miles away
    Sheridan & Oakdale NB
    0.1 miles away
    Sheridan & Wellington SB
    0.1 miles away
    Sheridan & Wellington NB
    0.1 miles away

    Banks

    Byline Bank
    0.5 miles away
    Bank of America
    0.6 miles away
    Chase
    0.6 miles away
    North Community Bank
    0.6 miles away
    MB Financial Bank
    0.7 miles away

    Hospitals

    Presence Saint Joseph Hospital
    0.0 miles away
    Advocate Illinois Masonic Hospital
    0.6 miles away
    Thorek Memorial Hospital
    1.4 miles away
    Louis A. Weiss Memorial Hospital
    2.1 miles away
    Chicago Lakeshore Hospital
    2.4 miles away

    Pharmacies

    CVS Pharmacy
    0.3 miles away
    Walgreens
    0.4 miles away
    Save Rite Pharmacy & Compounding
    0.8 miles away
    Osco Drug
    0.9 miles away
    Jewel-Osco
    1.7 miles away

    Dentists

    Dr Fred Purcell General Dentistry
    0.3 miles away
    Lakeview Dental Arts
    0.4 miles away
    Julianne Carrara DMD MS Limited
    0.5 miles away
    Old Town Dental Care
    1.8 miles away
    Riverpoint Dental Center
    1.9 miles away

    Parks

    Lincoln Park
    0.0 miles away
    Hamilton Garden
    0.3 miles away
    North Pond Nature Sanctuary
    0.3 miles away
    Evergreen Park
    0.5 miles away
    Morningstar Park
    0.5 miles away

    Places of Worship

    Roberts Temple Church of God in Christ
    7.9 miles away

    Shopping

    Water Tower Place
    2.7 miles away
    The Shops at North Bridge
    3.0 miles away
    The Merchandise Mart
    3.2 miles away
    The Maxwell
    4.6 miles away
    Southgate Market
    4.6 miles away

    Culture

    Briar Street Theatre
    0.6 miles away
    The Playground Theater
    0.7 miles away
    Theater on the Lake
    0.7 miles away
    The Annoyance Theater
    0.8 miles away
    Comedy Sportz
    0.8 miles away

    Restaurants

    MFK Restaurant
    0.3 miles away
    Pars Cove Restaurant
    0.3 miles away
    Janitzio Burritos Y Tagueria
    0.3 miles away
    Bar Pastoral
    0.3 miles away
    Crisp Korean Restaurant
    0.4 miles away

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    Licensing

    This community is licensed by the state of IL. It is a large-sized community with 70 total beds.

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