Smith Village in Chicago provides three levels of residential care—Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care—allowing residents to transition between services without leaving the community. The health program attends to common and complex needs, including monitoring residents who wander in the morning or evening, wound management, oxygen therapy, and diabetic care for those on oral medications, injections, or sliding-scale regimens. The Memory Care neighborhood is designed for individuals with advanced dementia, offering structured routines and staff who are trained to recognize the subtle changes that accompany the later stages of cognitive decline.
A licensed nurse is on site around the clock, supported by 24-hour security personnel, background-checked caregivers, and a Wander Guard system. Residents have ready access to on-site physicians, nurses, physical, occupational, and speech therapists, as well as podiatry, optometry, dental, massage therapy, and hospice services. The community also offers counseling for residents and families, medication management, incontinence support, and care coordination for ambulatory, wheelchair, or walker users. Staff provide bathing and toileting with some physical assistance, standby help for dressing, and self-directed dining whenever possible.
Accommodations range from studio to larger apartment layouts. Depending on the selected floor plan, residences may feature a kitchenette, basic furnishings, individual climate controls, cable service, and optional dishwashers or in-unit washer/dryer combinations. Independent Living residents benefit from scheduled housekeeping and laundry services, reducing everyday chores while preserving autonomy.
Dining includes a standard daily menu complemented by à-la-carte ordering, with snacks available throughout the day. Dietary adjustments are made for medical conditions or personal preference, and seasonal outdoor seating is offered when weather permits, giving residents flexibility in both menu and setting.
Community amenities include resident parking, wheelchair-accessible common areas, and landscaped gardens with a firepit. An exercise room, wellness center, personalized fitness programs, art studio, movie theater, billiards lounge, barber and beauty shop, and bank services are on site. Religious services, resident council meetings, and daily check-ins help foster involvement and oversight. Transportation services link residents to nearby public transit and scheduled outings. Pets are allowed; it’s a good idea to check with the community during your visit to see if your pet will be allowed.
