Assisted Living and Memory Care
Montgomery Place (Assisted Living and Memory Care)
5550 South Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60637 · Map
Licensed for 19 residents
Montgomery Place (Assisted Living and Memory Care) is a state-licensed assisted living, memory care community in Chicago, Illinois. It is licensed for 19 residents. Lilisity publishes no score or ranking for this community; the details below come from the state licensing record.
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Care and services
From the community’s website
What Montgomery Place (Assisted Living and Memory Care) says about itself, quoted from its own site. We have not checked these claims against licensing records. Ask about each one on a tour.
- Provides transportation.
Scheduled transportation to medical appointments and monthly consultations (by appointment) with dentists, podiatrists, audiologists, and ophthalmologists.
(page, checked Oct 15, 2026) - 3 meals a day.
Enjoy three chef-prepared meals daily and consultations with a registered dietician to ensure you’re getting the nourishment you need.
(page, checked Oct 15, 2026) - Apartment types named: private room.
Nestled in Chicago’s vibrant Hyde Park neighborhood, our Memory Care program offers private suites, experienced nursing staff, and thoughtfully trained care partners who tailor support to each resident’s unique needs.
(page, checked Oct 15, 2026) - Entrance fee: charged.
Entrance Fee Plan at Montgomery Place
(page, checked Oct 12, 2026)
Lilisity’s independent report
What the public record shows
Gathered by Lilisity from state and federal sources. Communities can’t edit this part of the page.
State inspections
Last annual survey: Mar 23, 2026. See the record
Nearest emergency room
1.3 miles
The University Of Chicago Medical Center, rated 4 of 5 stars by CMS.
Side by side with nearby communities
The 4 nearest communities that offer assisted living, by straight-line distance. Prices are starting prices each community publishes; we never show estimates.
| Community | Distance | Licensed capacity | Published starting price | License | Inspection citations |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montgomery Place (Assisted Living and Memory Care) this community | 19 | Not published | Unknown | 8 rule sections cited in 3 years | |
| Grand Regency of South Shore | 2.5 mi | Not listed | Not published | Active | No record |
| Pioneer Gardens | 2.9 mi | Not listed | Not published | Active | No record |
| Colfax Manor Assisted Living | 3.4 mi | 4 | Not published | Unknown | 4 rule sections cited in 3 years |
| New City | 4.5 mi | Not listed | Not published | Active | No record |
State inspection record8 rule sections cited in 3 years
- Last annual licensure survey
- March 23, 2026
- Surveys in three years
- 4
- Complaint investigations in three years
- 2
- Facility reported incident investigations
- 0
- Statements of deficiencies
- 2
- Rule sections cited (all surveys)
- 8
- Current license term ends
- April 16, 2027
Surveys (newest first)
- March 23, 2026: Complaint Original Investigation; Annual Licensure Only Survey, 4 rule sections cited
IDPH: Annual Licensure Survey 295.2040 d) e) g) h) 295.3020 c) 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 295.3040 Section 955.145 a) 1) 2) 3) b) c) 295.4060 2) C) i) ii) iii) iv) v) vi) vii) viii) ix) x) Complaint Investigation IL00199826/ 2681015- No deficiency cited- Disaster Preparedness (Section 295.2040); Type 1 Violation
- Employee Orientation and Ongoing Training (Section 295.3020)
- Health Care Worker Background Check (Section 295.3040)
- Alzheimer's and Dementia Programs (Section 295.4060)
- July 8, 2025: Annual Licensure Only Survey, 4 rule sections cited
IDPH: Annual Licensure Survey Violations: 295.2040 b)d)e)g) 295.3020 a)1)2)3)4)5)6)b)1)2)3)4)5)6)c)1)2)3)4)5)6)d)1)2)3 )4)5) 295.4060 h)6) 295.6000 a)5)- Disaster Preparedness (Section 295.2040); Type 3
- Employee Orientation and Ongoing Training (Section 295.3020); Type 3
- Alzheimer's and Dementia Programs (Section 295.4060); Type 2
- Resident Rights (Section 295.6000); Type 2
- April 21, 2025: Complaint Original Investigation, no statement posted
- June 7, 2024: Annual Licensure Only Survey, no statement posted
Search the IDPH facility lookup → (MONTGOMERY PLACE (Assisted Living); the statements of deficiencies are under Surveys)
What these terms mean
IDPH's facility lookup lists each survey it closed at the establishment, with the exit date and the survey type, and posts the Statement of Deficiencies (form 2567) when the survey found the rules were not met. Each cited item names the section of the state rules for assisted living and shared housing (77 Ill. Adm. Code Part 295) that was not met.
Survey types are IDPH's own: an Annual Licensure Only Survey is the yearly licensing inspection; a Complaint Original Investigation (COI) looks into a complaint; a Facility Reported Incident (FRI) looks into an incident the establishment reported. 24HR, 7D and 30D give how soon IDPH had to start.
IDPH's rules (77 Ill. Adm. Code 295.1050) define the violation types. “Type 1 violation - an act or omission by the establishment or its staff that causes severe harm or the death of a resident or creates a substantial probability of severe harm to a resident or residents.” “Type 2 violation - an act or omission by the establishment or its staff that causes harm to a resident or creates a substantial probability of harm to a resident or residents.” “Type 3 violation - an act or omission by the establishment or its staff, except by accidental means, that causes a significant negative impact on the delivery of services to the residents of the establishment.” Labels such as General Violation or Repeat Violation are shown as IDPH wrote them on the statement.
Each statement begins with IDPH's own summary of the survey, quoted here; for complaints and incidents it usually says whether the allegation was substantiated and whether a violation was cited. This establishment is licensed for 19 units; larger establishments are surveyed and cited more often, so read counts with size in mind. Source: Illinois Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation, data as of October 16, 2026. Always visit in person and ask the establishment about anything listed here.
Kitchen inspections7 inspections by Chicago Department of Public Health since 2023; latest Pass (September 2026)
The local health department inspects the kitchen that serves residents. Results are in the agency's own words.
Chicago Department of Public Health: Montgomery Place
- Sep 17, 2026 (canvass re-inspection): Pass. No violations listed.
- Sep 9, 2026 (canvass): Fail.
7 violations
- Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained (Priority Foundation). Inspector’s note: observed outside dumpster with lids not closed due to trash overflowing. instructed to correct and maintain to ensure tight fitting lids. priority foundation violation #7-38-020(b). citation issued.
- Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible. Inspector’s note: observed no handwashing signage in theemployee washroom. a sign or poster that notifies food employees to wash their hands shall be provided at all handwashing sinks used by food employees and shall be clearly visible to food employees. instructed to provide.
- Insects, rodents, & animals not present. Inspector’s note: observed evidence of mice on premises. found 100 or more mouse droppings on premises on the floor in the dry storage room, the utility closet, and the apron/towel closet.instructed to clean all areas and have pest control company service prior to reinspection next week. priority foundation ...
- Insects, rodents, & animals not present. Inspector’s note: observed an appx."1-2" gap along bottom kitchen exit door leading to trash area. must make door tight fitting to prevent pest entry.
- Personal cleanliness. Inspector’s note: observed food handlers prepping food without hair restraints. instructed person in charge that all food handlers must wear a hair restraint.
- Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned. Inspector’s note: observed no covered receptacle for proper disposal of sanitary napkins in employee washroom. instructed to provide covered waste receptacle.
- Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean. Inspector’s note: observed loose debris, dirt and dust buildup on the floors and corners throughout the facility. instructed to detail clean and increase cleaning frequency of floors. must maintain at all times.
- Apr 4, 2025 (canvass re-inspection): Pass. No violations listed.
- Mar 28, 2025 (canvass): Fail.
4 violations
- Insects, rodents, & animals not present (Priority Foundation). Inspector’s note: observed evidence of mice on premises. found 100 or more mouse droppings on premises on the floor in the dry storage room, the utility closet, the apron/towel closet, in the kitchen area by cooking equipment and under the three compartment sink, on the bottom back area of the two door prep cooler ...
- Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure (Priority). Inspector’s note: no hot running water at the handsink in the kitchen near the ice cream freezer; must provide and maintain. priority violation 7-38-030(c) citation issued.
- Non-food/food contact surfaces clean. Inspector’s note: instructed to clean cooking equipment exterior surfaces and bottom of fryer where needed. instructed to clean the can opener blade at prep table and maintain.
- Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean. Inspector’s note: instructed to clean and maintain the floors under around and behind cooking and other equipment (sinks, dishmachine, storage shelves). clean ceiling vents and light shields in kitchen where needed to remove dust observed. clean walls around and behind kitchen equipment where needed.
- May 6, 2024 (canvass): Pass.
2 violations
- Non-food/food contact surfaces clean. Inspector’s note: instructed to clean the exterior surface and interior bottom of the fryer in the kitchen.
- Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean. Inspector’s note: observed an opening at the base of the wall next to the utility sink in the closet; instructed to seal opening at the left side of the sink. observed cracked floor tile in front of the stove in the kitchen; instructed to replace cracked floor tile where needed.
- Nov 22, 2023 (canvass re-inspection): Pass. No violations listed.
- Nov 15, 2023 (canvass): Fail.
13 violations
- Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties. Inspector’s note: no city of chicago snaitation certificate on site.
- City of chicago food service sanitation certificate. Inspector’s note: no city of chicago sanitation certificate on site at time of inspection while handling tcs food items. food items such as chicken, tuna salad, roast beef, milk and cheese. instructed manager to enroll in sanitation class and maintain. priority foundation 7-38-012 citation issued
- Management, food employee and conditional employee; knowledge, responsibilities and reporting. Inspector’s note: no employee health policy on site at time of inspection. instructed manager to obtain policy and have all employees notified. correct and maintain. priority foundation 7-38-010 citation issued
- Procedures for responding to vomiting and diarrheal events. Inspector’s note: no vomit diarhhea clean up kit or policy on site at time of inspection. instructed manager to provide and maintain kit at all times. priority foundation 7-38-005 citation issued
- Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible. Inspector’s note: all handsinks in need of proper handwashing signage. instructed to add and maintain.
- Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible. Inspector’s note: no handsink at front sandwich station to properly wash hands before glove usage. instructed to provide sink with soap, paper towels, and signage. handsink in dishmachine area in need of repair. leak needs to be corrected so handsink will be in full operaton. correct and maintain. priority ...
- Food properly labeled; original container. Inspector’s note: all bulk food items in both storage areas in need of labeling with commodity name. instructed manager to correct and maintain.
- Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used. Inspector’s note: all single service articles must be stored in a clean organized manner. all cabinets with soiled articles must be removed. correct and maintain.
- Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used. Inspector’s note: all drink dispensor nozzles and around nozzles in need of detail cleaning. instructed to clean and maintain.
- Non-food/food contact surfaces clean. Inspector’s note: all cooking equipment in need of detail cleaning to remove all build up of food and grease. instructed to detail clean and maintain all equipment clean.
- Non-food/food contact surfaces clean. Inspector’s note: interior of all reach in coolers and cabinets in need of detail cleaning to remove all build up of food spills and debris. instructed to clean and maintain clean.
- Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean. Inspector’s note: floors in prep area in need of detail cleaning to remove all food spills and build up. grout in need of detail cleaning. drain covers in need of cleaning. all areas under cabinets and storage units in need of cleaning. correct and maintain.
- Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used. Inspector’s note: hood vents in need of detail cleaning to remove all grease and dust build up. instructed to clean and maintain.
Source: the agency's records, inspections since Oct 16, 2023, as of Oct 15, 2026. Pass: No critical or serious violations found. Pass w/ Conditions: Critical or serious violations found and corrected during the inspection. Fail: Critical or serious violations not corrected during the inspection. Priority / Priority Foundation / Core: The city's severity levels under the 2017 Chicago Food Code; Priority is the most serious.
License and ownership
- License type
- Assisted Living / Shared Housing Establishment
- License number
- 5103046
- License status
- Unknown
- Current license dated
- 2018-12-24
- Licensed capacity
- 19
- County
- Cook County
- Executive Director
- Ruth Jackson
Source: Illinois state licensing records (agency listing), retrieved 2026-09-09. Licensing status is a matter of public record; it is not a quality rating.
Executive Director name from the community's website, as of Oct 12, 2026.
Paying with Medicaid and other programsHow Medicaid pays for care in Illinois, and other programs
How Medicaid pays for care in Illinois
- Supportive Living Program (SLP). The Supportive Living Program, run by the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services, is a service-enriched housing option for Medicaid-eligible people 65 and older, and adults 22 to 64 with physical disabilities, who would otherwise need nursing facility care. (state page)
Ask the community whether it accepts Medicaid.
Location and nearby careNearest hospital 1.3 mi, nursing home 0.0 mi, pharmacy 0.4 mi
- Nearest hospital with an emergency room
- The University Of Chicago Medical Center, Chicago. 1.3 miles away, straight line. CMS overall hospital rating: 4 of 5 stars.
- Nearest Medicare nursing home
- Pavilion of South Shore, Chicago. 0.0 miles away, straight line.
- Nearest home health agency office
- Mhn My Home Nurses, Chicago. 1.3 miles away, straight line. Agencies travel to clients, so ask which ones serve this address.
- Nearest pharmacy
- Walgreens. 0.4 miles away, straight line. From OpenStreetMap, which does not list every pharmacy, so one may be closer.
- Area
- USDA classes ZIP code 60637 as metropolitan (metropolitan core).
- Dialysis within 15 miles
- Provident Dialysis Center, Chicago, 1.9 miles away, straight line (CMS rating 5 of 5 stars)
Davita Kenwood Home Training Pd, Chicago, 2.1 miles away, straight line
Davita Kenwood Dialysis, Chicago, 2.1 miles away, straight line (CMS rating 2 of 5 stars) - Hospice
- 32 Medicare hospices tell CMS they serve ZIP code 60637.
Unity Hospice Of Chicagoland, LLC, office in Chicago, 5.2 miles away, straight line (CMS family survey rating 3 of 5 stars)
Vitas Healthcare Corporation Of Illinois, office in Chicago, 6.9 miles away, straight line (CMS family survey rating 2 of 5 stars)
Vital Care Hospice LLC, office in Evergreen Park, 8.2 miles away, straight line - Nearest geriatric medicine practice
- University Of Chicago, Chicago. 1.3 miles away, straight line. 14 geriatric medicine doctors listed there.
Distances are straight lines from the community, not driving distance. Hospitals, home health, dialysis, hospice and doctors come from CMS provider data (CMS, hospital list updated Jul 22, 2026). Star ratings are CMS’s own.
Emergency and natural hazard riskFEMA overall risk relatively low; outside FEMA's high-risk flood areas
Public hazard maps for this location. Ask the community about its emergency plan, its generator and where residents would go in an evacuation.
- Flood zone
- Outside the high and moderate risk flood areas on FEMA's flood map (Zone X, minimal flood hazard, or not studied). (FEMA flood map)
- FEMA National Risk Index
- Overall: relatively low. By hazard: hurricane very low, inland flooding very low, coastal flooding very low, tornado relatively high, heat wave relatively high, earthquake relatively low. These are FEMA’s ratings for the census tract, compared with tracts nationwide. (FEMA, December 2025)
A flood zone describes the map at this point, not the building's elevation. In an emergency, follow the local emergency management agency.
Questions to ask on a tour10 questions picked for this community from its record
Picked for this community from its record. Ask them in person and write down the answers.
- The state recorded a finding in March 2026. What was it, and how was it fixed?
- What does the base rate include, and when did rates last go up?
- How many caregivers work in memory care during the day, the evening and overnight, and for how many residents?
- What dementia training does each caregiver get before working alone, and every year after?
- How do staff respond when a resident is agitated, frightened or tries to leave?
- How many caregivers are on duty during the day and at night?
- What happens if care needs increase? When would someone need to move?
- What fees are charged at move-in?
- How do you tell families about falls, illness or changes?
- How long have the executive director and the head of care been here?
What we checked14 public sources we searched, with dates
Every public source we searched for this community. “Nothing on record” means we found no record that matched it. A record can be missed when a name or address differs.
| Source | Data as of | What we found |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation inspection records | Oct 16, 2026 | See above |
| Illinois Medicaid provider list | Sep 9, 2026 | Not on the state list we checked. These lists are often incomplete. |
| U.S. Department of Labor wage and hour cases | Oct 15, 2026 | Nothing on record |
| OSHA workplace safety inspections since 2016 | Oct 15, 2026 | Nothing on record |
| Chicago Department of Public Health kitchen inspections | Oct 15, 2026 | See above |
| FEMA flood map | See above | |
| USDA wildfire risk | Apr 15, 2026 | Not shown: no FEMA wildfire rating of moderate or higher here |
| FEMA National Risk Index | See above | |
| CMS hospitals, home health, dialysis, hospice and doctors; OpenStreetMap pharmacies | See above | |
| HUD Multifamily Properties - Assisted | Jul 6, 2026 | Nothing on record |
| State Veterans Homes (NASVH directory) | Sep 20, 2026 | Nothing on record |
| CMS Hospice - General Information | Aug 19, 2026 | Nothing on record |
| CMS Home Health Care Agencies | May 27, 2026 | Nothing on record |
| The community’s own website | See above |
Common questionsAnswers to 4 questions families ask
What type of care does Montgomery Place (Assisted Living and Memory Care) provide?
Montgomery Place (Assisted Living and Memory Care) is licensed by the state of Illinois for assisted living, memory care in Chicago, Illinois. Its licensed capacity is 19 residents.
Does Lilisity rate Montgomery Place (Assisted Living and Memory Care)?
No. We publish state licensing details for Montgomery Place (Assisted Living and Memory Care) but no score, rating, or ranking. Only communities on the Top Communities list or with a Senior Living Alliance Excellence Award, both based on phone-verified resident and family interviews, are ranked.
How much does Montgomery Place (Assisted Living and Memory Care) cost?
Assisted Living in Cook County typically starts at $4,200 to $5,650 a month. Based on 22 communities that publish prices. These are area figures, not this community's price. Montgomery Place (Assisted Living and Memory Care) does not publish its prices.
How do I contact Montgomery Place (Assisted Living and Memory Care)?
Use Montgomery Place (Assisted Living and Memory Care)'s website, montgomeryplace.org, or visit at 5550 South Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60637.
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