Jugan Terrace

Jugan Terrace sits in Chicago, Illinois, and folks there can find a quiet home with the help they might need as they age, and even though they name it after St. Jeanne Jugan, it's run by the Little Sisters of the Poor, a group that's been caring for poor elderly people for years, like family. The place holds 50 apartments, each one with a bedroom, a living and dining room that's separate, a kitchen, and a bathroom, giving plenty of space for comfort. The building offers independent living for seniors, especially for those who still get around on their own, but if someone needs help with things like bathing, dressing, or taking medicine, staff offer assisted living services, and memory care is available for people facing Alzheimer's or other memory problems. There's also skilled nursing, hospice care, and even short-term respite or home care options, so people at different stages can find what suits them best. Dining services focus on healthy, good-tasting meals, and residents get one or two prepared meals each day, plus laundry and housekeeping help, making daily life easier. The rent for a one-bedroom unit stays well below Chicago's usual prices at $805 a month. Jugan Terrace puts social life and well-being first, with activities, a community feeling, and amenities meant for comfort and relaxation. Outside, the place is close to parks, restaurants, pharmacies, physicians, three hospitals, and even a theater for entertainment, plus public transport and cafes, so residents have plenty of choices nearby. Folks who live there are welcomed as Christ and cared for as family, with a focus on dignity and support until their final days.