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Senior living in Downers Grove, IL

6 senior living communities, including assisted living, memory care, independent living and care homes.

Senior living communities
6
in Downers Grove
Licensed capacity
954
across all 6
Adults 65+
10,490
Census estimate for Downers Grove
Licensed spaces per 1,000 adults 65+
90.9
city total vs. Census 65+ estimate
Within 25 miles
625
of the center of Downers Grove
Senior LivingAssisted Living 1Independent Living 1Home Care 9Nursing Homes 2Senior Apartments 3
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Nursing Home

Oak Trace

5 of 5· Much above average
250 Village Dr, Downers Grove, IL 60516
Beds104
AcceptsMedicare
Penalties1 fine
(630) 769-6200
2.5 mi from city center
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Nearby

Senior living communities near Downers Grove

Counting neighboring towns, there are 625 senior living communities within 25 miles of the center of Downers Grove, 619 more than in Downers Grove itself. Distances are straight-line miles.

Closest outside Downers Grove

See all 625 within 25 miles

Nearby cities

Within 25 miles, closest first

Local overview

Senior living in Downers Grove at a glance

Our directory lists 6 senior living communities with an address in Downers Grove, based on public records. They are spread over 2 ZIP codes, with the largest group (4) in 60515. All 6 that report their size have more than 60 residents.

By ZIP code

  • 605154
  • 605161
Senior living communities in Downers Grove by the ZIP code on their license or certification record.

By licensed capacity

  • 16 residents or fewer0
  • 17 to 60 residents0
  • More than 60 residents6
Size is the licensed capacity on the public record.

Licensing and oversight

How senior living is regulated in Illinois

In Illinois, the Illinois Department of Public Health licenses assisted living and other residential care settings. Its public records are the source for the senior living listings on this page.1

Report a problem
Contact the Illinois Department of Public Health about a licensed community, or the Illinois long-term care ombudsman at 312-814-12032.

Paying for care

Ways to pay for senior living in Illinois

Programs that can help, by name. Eligibility rules are set by each program, so confirm with the agency before you plan around one.

Medicaid
The Illinois Medicaid program can cover long-term care for people who qualify on income, assets and care needs. Which services it covers depends on the program, so ask the state Medicaid agency.3 Medicaid waivers pay for care services, not room and board.4 Illinois Medicaid agency
Medicare
Medicare does not pay for long-term custodial care or for room and board. It still covers medically necessary care, such as doctor visits, hospital care, home health, hospice and prescriptions.5
Veterans benefits
Wartime veterans and surviving spouses who need help with daily activities may qualify for the VA pension with Aid and Attendance.6 The Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs helps with claims (800-437-9824).7
Medicare counseling
Illinois’s State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) gives unbiased one-on-one help with Medicare and related coverage questions: 1-800-252-8966.8

Local resources

Local help for families in Downers Grove

Official agencies and nonprofit helplines, with phone numbers and links taken from their own directories.

  • Area Agency on Aging

    Aging services for Dupage County9

    1-800-677-1116

    The Eldercare Locator connects you with the Area Agency on Aging that serves Dupage County.

    Website

  • Long-term care ombudsman

    PSA 02 – DuPage County Department of Community Services2

    800-942-9412

    Free, independent advocate for residents of care facilities in Dupage County.

  • Report abuse or neglect

    Illinois Adult Protective Services

    866-800-1409

    Adult Protective Services takes reports about adults at risk.

    Website

  • Medicare counseling (SHIP)

    Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP)8

    1-800-252-8966

    Website

  • Veterans benefits

    Illinois Department of Veterans Affairs7

    800-437-9824

    Website

  • Medicaid

    Illinois Medicaid agency3

    Website

  • Dementia support

    Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline10

    1-800-272-3900

    Find the chapter that serves Illinois.

    Website

Questions families ask

Frequently asked questions about senior living in Downers Grove

How many senior living communities are in Downers Grove, IL?

WeFoundCare lists 6 senior living communities in Downers Grove, IL, from public licensing and certification records. Within 25 miles of the center of Downers Grove there are 625.

How many residents can senior living communities in Downers Grove serve?

6 of the 6 senior living communities report licensed capacity, for a combined 954 residents. The Census Bureau estimates 10,490 adults age 65 and older live in Downers Grove.

Which Downers Grove ZIP codes have the most senior living communities?

60515 (4), 60516 (1). In all, 2 ZIP codes in Downers Grove have at least one.

Who licenses senior living in Illinois?

The Illinois Department of Public Health licenses senior living in Illinois. You can check a community’s license in the agency’s public records.

Who can help if there is a problem with care in Downers Grove?

The long-term care ombudsman is a free, independent advocate for residents. In Dupage County, call 800-942-9412. To report suspected abuse or neglect, call Illinois Adult Protective Services at 866-800-1409.

Are there senior living communities near Downers Grove?

Nearby cities with listings include Westmont (4, 2.5 mi), Lisle (2, 3.4 mi), Darien (1, 4.0 mi).

Guides

Guides for families choosing senior living

Other types of care

Other senior care in Downers Grove

Methodology

About this data

How the figures on this page are built. Each number links to its source below.

  • Adults 65+ is the Census Bureau’s 2020–2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimate for Downers Grove (Census place). Census boundaries can differ from the mailing-address city used for listings, so per-1,000 figures are a guide, not a precise rate.11
  • Licensed capacity is the figure on the public record; 6 of 6 senior living communities report it.
  • Distances are straight-line miles from the center of Downers Grove (U.S. Census Bureau place center). “Nearby” means within 25 miles and can include other states.
  • Agency contacts come from each program’s own directory and are checked when we rebuild the data. WeFoundCare does not rate or rank communities.

Sources and references

  1. Illinois Department of Public Health. data.illinois.gov/d/9miz-pbzm Accessed .
  2. National Long-Term Care Ombudsman Resource Center / National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care: Find your Long-Term Care Ombudsman. theconsumervoice.org/get-help Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  3. National Association of Medicaid Directors: Medicaid Directors. medicaiddirectors.org/about/medicaid-directors Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  4. 42 CFR §441.310 via LII: Limits on FFP (room and board excluded from HCBS waiver). law.cornell.edu/cfr/text/42/441.310 Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  5. CMS / Medicare.gov: Long-term care coverage. medicare.gov/coverage/long-term-care Accessed Oct 17, 2026.
  6. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: Aid and Attendance benefits and Housebound allowance. va.gov/pension/aid-attendance-housebound Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  7. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs: State Veterans Affairs Offices. discover.va.gov/external-resources Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  8. SHIP National Technical Assistance Center (funded by the U.S. Administration for Community Living): Find your local SHIP. shiphelp.org/ships Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  9. U.S. Administration for Community Living: Eldercare Locator. eldercare.acl.gov Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  10. Alzheimer’s Association: 24/7 Helpline. alz.org/help-support/resources/helpline Accessed Oct 18, 2026.
  11. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, table B01001. data.census.gov/table/ACSDT5Y2024.B01001 Accessed Oct 18, 2026.