Senior Suites of Ravenswood Manor sits at 2800 W Montrose Ave in the Ravenswood Manor Historic District in Chicago, and this place has been around since 1995, which means it's been doing affordable senior living for quite a while and has built up a steady way of serving people age 62 and over, so if someone wants to stay independent but needs a little help, this community covers that with studio and one-bedroom apartments where you'll find full kitchens-yes, full-sized refrigerators, stoves, and ovens-and you can pick between a bathtub or a shower, plus there are grab bars in the bathrooms for safety, and the doors and halls are wheelchair accessible. Residents get individually controlled heating and air conditioning, and the building is designed as a mid-rise, so elevators are in use and you don't have to go up stairs. Folks use emergency pull cords and there's a daily up and about check, so someone knows you're okay every day, and the entry has a secured system for added safety.
If someone likes pets, some are allowed here, so people can have animals with them, which means more company, and when it comes to spending time with neighbors, there are big community rooms and an outdoor patio, so if you just want a change of scenery, you can go out there and enjoy the fresh air, and they run all sorts of activities like Nintendo Wii bowling, game nights, and planned events, so you don't have to feel alone unless you want quiet time, and sometimes they even head out together for events offsite. The place holds scheduled grocery trips each week with free transportation, so you don't have to worry about getting food, and for those who need help around the house, you get regular housekeeping, laundry, and maintenance, which means you won't be stuck doing chores and you won't have to call anyone outside for cleaning or repairs. Apartments are available for singles, and semi-private rooms exist too, which lets people pick what they want based on privacy and budget, and leases are 12 months-there's no big buy-in and no security deposit, so it feels more like renting an apartment than buying into a big system.
All the utilities except your own phone, cable, and internet are included in the rent, which makes the bills easy to manage, and if you qualify by income and the units are available, you can get on a waitlist for better rates. There's always something to do because they have a calendar full of activities, devotional gatherings, and opportunities to make friends in the fitness center or just sitting in the halls or TV rooms, and wellness programs pop up throughout the month to help people stay healthy. Folks who need a little more help with daily living, like bathing, dressing, or medicine reminders, can get it, and the larger company runs 24 communities so things tend to work smoothly. Parking's on-site for those who drive, the area's full of mature trees and quiet sidewalks, and the atmosphere feels friendly and close-knit, with plenty of chances to meet neighbors and spend time together or relax in your own home, so it's an option for seniors who want independence but don't want to worry about every little thing that comes with owning a home anymore.
