The Selfhelp Home

908 W Argyle St, Chicago, IL 60640 (Cook)
Senior Living Services: Independent Living, Assisted Living, Continuing Care (CCRC)

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About The Selfhelp Home

Becoming the best senior living community in Chicago means having a strong commitment to quality.

CCRC

Becoming the best senior living community in Chicago means having a strong commitment to quality. We live this mission every day by providing consistent, compassionate care in an energizing and casual environment. Receive the care you need from people you know and trust in your Selfhelp apartment or our 5-Star Health & Rehabilitation Center that is JAICO certified. Selfhelp provides top quality assisted living and is the first community in the nation to be JAICO certified in Assisted Living. The Selfhelp Home is a not for profit, faith-based community offering a full continuum of care under one roof. Ranked “Best’ Short-Term Rehab by US News and World Report for the past 10 years.  

Independent Living

At Selfhelp, we encourage an active lifestyle and respect each person’s independence. Choose from a recently renovated studio or one bedroom apartment with an extensive range of amenities such as a state-of-the-art theater or roof top garden, all nestled in a lively culturally Jewish CCRC.  We’ve taken care of all the necessities such as WiFi, housekeeping and meals so you can focus on enjoying the wide range of activities and live music concerts. If assistance with personal care is needed down the line, it comes to you, in your apartment when you need it, so there is no need to move as your needs change.

Assisted Living

At Selfhelp, we encourage an active lifestyle and respect each person’s independence. Choose from a recently renovated studio or one bedroom apartment with an extensive range of amenities such as a movie theater and roof top deck all nestled in a culturally Jewish CCRC. We’ve taken care of all the necessities including housekeeping, meals, and laundry services all in one monthly rental fee. Assistance with personal care comes to you, in your apartment when you need it, allowing you to stay independent. Seflehlp is the first community in the nation to be certified by JAICO in Assisted Living.

Nursing/Rehab

Our Health and Rehabilitation Center provides top-tier, post-hospitalization short-term rehabilitation therapies and nursing care in a welcoming, modern environment. Patients can relax in spacious private suites, enjoy our roofdeck terrace, and dine in our dining room. We also offer a variety of enriching activities, including live concerts, art classes, movie screenings, guest speakers, and more. Our dedicated medical team creates personalized treatment plans to help each individual regain strength and mobility. Proudly JAICO certified and consistently ranked among the nation’s best, The Selfhelp Home has been named Best Nursing Home and Rehab Center from 2014-2024.

Services and Amenities of The Selfhelp Home

Rates from $5,050

Community Information

  • Chapel/Chaplain Services
  • Computer Room
  • Convenience/Gift Store
  • Fitness Center
  • Guest Accommodations
  • Hair Salon
  • Laundry Rooms
  • Library
  • Lounge Area
  • Outdoor Areas

Apartment Features

  • Semi Private Rooms
  • Private Rooms
  • Studios
  • One Bedrooms
  • Cable TV
  • Furnished Apartments
  • Handicap/Barrier-Free
  • Total Number of Units 72
  • Individual Climate Control
  • Kitchenettes
  • Pets Allowed
  • Pet Limitations Small Pet
  • CCRC
  • Non Profit

Services

  • Cafe Snack Area
  • Housekeeping
  • Housekeeping/Laundry
  • Laundry
  • Linen Service
  • Transportation

Medical Services

  • 24-Hour Supervision
  • Incontinence Care
  • Medication Management
  • Nurse Available
  • Physical/Occupational Therapy
  • Physician Services
  • Podiatry Services
  • Respite Care
  • Speech Therapy

Activities

  • Art Therapy
  • Educational Classes
  • Exercise Programs
  • Game Room
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Movies
  • Music/Dance Programs
  • Outdoor Activities
  • Scheduled Trips
  • Social Activities
  • Spiritual Programs

Meals

  • Cafe Snack Area
  • Daily Meals
  • Daily Meals 3
  • Dietitian
  • Kosher Diet
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Special Diets

Fees

  • Private Insurance

Fees

  • Entrance Fee Required

Rates from $3,430

Community Information

  • Chapel/Chaplain Services
  • Community Room
  • Computer Room
  • Convenience/Gift Store
  • Fitness Center
  • Game Room
  • Guest Accommodations
  • Hair Salon
  • Laundry Rooms
  • Library
  • Lounge Area
  • Outdoor Areas

Apartment Features

  • Studios
  • One Bedrooms
  • Cable TV
  • Handicap/Barrier-Free
  • Individual Climate Control
  • Kitchenettes
  • Kitchens
  • Storage Areas
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Pets Allowed
  • Pet Limitations Small Pet
  • CCRC
  • Non Profit

Services

  • Cafe Snack Area
  • Housekeeping/Laundry
  • Linen Service
  • Transportation

Medical Services

  • Medical/Personal Care
  • Medication Management

Activities

  • Art Classes
  • Educational Classes
  • Game Room
  • Intergenerational Programs
  • Movies
  • Music/Dance Programs
  • Outdoor Activities
  • Scheduled Trips
  • Social Activities
  • Spiritual Programs

Meals

  • Cafe Snack Area
  • Daily Meals
  • Daily Meals 3
  • Kosher Diet
  • Restaurant Style Dining
  • Special Diets

Fees

  • Income Qualification
  • Security Deposit Required
  • Month to Month Rentals
  • Utilities

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