Artis Senior Living of Lakeview is a memory care community located in Chicago, Illinois. The facility exclusively serves individuals experiencing Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia, with its environment and programs structured specifically to support those with memory loss. Artis Senior Living of Lakeview offers personalized care plans designed to address the unique needs of each resident. The community is secured and equipped with features and staff practices that promote safety, engagement, and dignity for all residents.
Care and medical support at Artis Senior Living of Lakeview emphasizes comprehensive solutions for memory care. Staff are available 24/7 to provide assistance with activities of daily living, including full support for bathing, eating, dressing, and toileting. Specialized care areas such as diabetes management and incontinence care are supported by individualized attention and regular health monitoring. Medication management services ensure that residents receive correct dosages at appropriate times in coordination with healthcare providers. Ambulatory assistance is available for residents who need help moving safely around the property. For vision care, an optometrist visits the community. The staff communicate in English, Spanish, and Vietnamese, supporting culturally diverse populations.
Programmatically, the facility is designed with features that accommodate those with memory loss, including clearly marked indoor and outdoor walking paths and secured access throughout the community to promote safe mobility. Residents may participate in a variety of clubs and social communities, organized group activities, yoga and chair yoga sessions, fitness programs, and regular outings. Onsite amenities include a barber and beauty salon as well as spaces for group or individual recreational activities, which are tailored to residents’ abilities and interests.
Transportation is made available for both medical and non-medical purposes. Complimentary transportation is provided within certain parameters, while additional transportation needs may be accommodated at cost. These services are intended to support medical appointments, community outings, and errands, helping residents remain engaged with the broader community as appropriate.
Resident and family feedback commonly notes that the staff at Artis Senior Living of Lakeview are caring, responsive, and communicative, often fostering a supportive environment where residents can feel at home. The community is known for cleanliness, well-maintained facilities, and good laundry services. Dining is described as accommodating with menu choices, although occasional concerns regarding food variety or flavor are noted, sometimes due to necessary dietary restrictions. Family visitation is encouraged, and relatives are often included in community events. Feedback also includes concerns about rising costs over time and sporadic staffing adjustments, which are not uncommon in healthcare settings. Despite these challenges, reviews highlight a strong sense of community, adaptability to resident needs, and a focus on resident well-being. As of 2024, Artis Senior Living of Lakeview has continued to focus solely on memory care, with no significant recent changes reported at the location.
Costs at this community start at $5,000 and range up to $7,700. The average price in the community is $6,350, which is more than the average price in the area of $5,483. The cost of memory care in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
