Covenant Living Communities and Services

    5700 Old Orchard Rd, Skokie, IL 60077
    • Independent Living
    • Assisted Living
    • Memory Care

    Family-style nurturing dementia care recommended

    I'm so glad we chose this family-style, home-like place for my mom. The small-scale, multigenerational community is nurturing and clean; CNAs trained in Alzheimer's/dementia provide superb, pampering care with medication management, bathing help, nutritious home-cooked meals, daily indoor exercise and park outings. In-home doctor visits and staff who keep the family informed (Daniel especially) gave us real peace of mind. Highly recommend - my mom is well cared for and very happy here.

    Loved one of resident
    Jul 2026

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    Reviews

    4.79·(14)

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
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    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      4.5
    • Staff

      4.9
    • Meals

      5.0
    • Amenities

      3.0
    • Value

      4.8

    Pros

    • Family-style, small-scale care
    • CNAs trained in Alzheimer's and dementia care
    • In-home doctor visits
    • Multigenerational environment
    • Nurturing and loving staff
    • Outings to park and regular activities
    • Daily indoor exercise and attention to physical activity
    • Non-institutional, home-like atmosphere
    • Nutritious, home-cooked meals
    • Medication management
    • Bathing and personal care assistance
    • Clean, safe, and retiree-friendly environment
    • Good communication and family updates (staff/management)
    • Friendly and courteous staff with residents' best interests at heart
    • Highly recommended by families

    Cons

    • Additional supplement payments increase overall cost
    • May need more assistance for certain mental health/behavioral conditions

    Summary of reviews

    Overall sentiment across the reviews is strongly positive. Families repeatedly describe Covenant Living Communities and Services as a nurturing, home-like, small-scale setting that feels non-institutional and welcoming. Multiple reviewers praised the environment as clean, safe, and retiree-friendly. The facility is consistently characterized as a family-style home where residents receive personalized attention, creating peace and comfort for families and a high level of trust in the staff and management.

    Care quality emerges as a central strength. Reviewers specifically note that CNAs are trained in Alzheimer's and dementia care and that staff provide hands-on assistance with medication management, bathing, and other personal care tasks. Several reviews highlight in-home doctor visits, which reinforces the sense of medical oversight and convenience for residents with health needs. Families describe staff as skilled, energetic, and attentive; words like “caring,” “loving,” and “pampering” recur, and relatives say they do not regret placing loved ones there.

    Staff and management are frequently singled out for praise. Reviewers emphasize friendly, courteous caregivers who keep residents’ best interests at heart. One reviewer mentions a specific staff member, Daniel, who keeps families informed — this points to effective and appreciated communication practices. The leadership and caregiving teams are portrayed as collaborative and transparent, which contributes to family confidence and strong recommendations.

    Facilities, atmosphere, and activities are also highlighted positively. The setting is described as non-institutional and home-like, with a pleasant atmosphere and a multigenerational environment. Programming includes outings to parks and daily indoor exercise, demonstrating an emphasis on physical activity and engagement. Dining is mentioned favorably as nutritious, home-cooked meals, reinforcing the homely feel and attention to residents’ overall wellbeing.

    There are a small number of recurring concerns to note. Cost-related issues appear in one or more reviews: families cited supplement payments that increase overall expense beyond base pricing, which raised affordability concerns. Another reviewer indicated that the community “needs more assistance for mental condition,” suggesting that while dementia-trained staff are present, some residents with more complex or acute mental health or behavioral needs may require additional support beyond what is typically offered in this small-scale, home-like setting.

    In summary, the reviews paint Covenant Living Communities and Services as a highly recommended, compassionate, and well-run community that excels at providing small-scale, personalized care — particularly for older adults and those with dementia-related needs. Strengths include trained CNAs, in-home medical visits, strong family communication, nutritious meals, daily activity programming, and a non-institutional atmosphere that families find comforting. The primary areas for attention are transparent communication about supplemental costs and ensuring adequate resources or referrals for residents with complex mental health needs. For prospective families, the community appears to be an excellent fit for those seeking a warm, home-like setting with skilled dementia-aware caregivers, while families seeking extensive mental health services or strict cost containment should inquire specifically about those needs up front.

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    Location

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    Covenant Living Communities and Services is located at 5700 Old Orchard Rd, Skokie, IL, 60077.

    About Covenant Living Communities and Services

    Covenant Living Communities and Services runs over 15 communities in 10 states, with its main office in Skokie, Illinois at 5700 Old Orchard Road, and it's one of the largest not-for-profit retirement housing organizations in the country, having been around for more than a hundred years, and you'll find it has a real focus on providing a full senior living experience for residents. People can choose from a variety of living options, including Residential Living, Independent Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, Memory Care through SAIDO Learning, Home Health, and Hospice services, and you don't have to be a resident or pay an entry fee to access certain health services at many locations. Communities have maintenance-free homes, so no more worrying about repairs or yard work, and there are fitness centers, comfortable dining areas, activity rooms, and spaces meant to help everyone feel welcome and safe. Each location is a little different, sometimes showing off local scenery-some with views of the ocean or historic homes-so there's plenty of variety, and names like Covenant Living at the Samarkand or Covenant Living at Mount Miguel give each spot its own identity. The staff takes pride in their "Heart of Welcome" values and share staff biographies to help everyone know who's caring for them, and you'll find programs aimed at connecting people and making life more meaningful, like the LifeConnect program and the "Live With Promise" approach, which focus on wellness, social activities, and personal growth. The organization supports people's independence and tries to make everything as easy as possible, so folks enjoy gracious living and casual comfort without having to worry about chores. Some locations also have CovenantCare Home Health and Hospice, providing extra help right at home, with offices in Turlock, California, and St. Charles, Illinois, and residents can use a range of health and care services, including rehabilitation and skilled nursing, memory support, and even services that help transition through different stages of care. Each community encourages social connections with engaging activities, wellness opportunities, and philanthropy programs for peace of mind. The organization's not-for-profit mission has always focused on making life better for seniors, with an ongoing commitment to service, kindness, and dependable care for everyone who lives there.

    People often ask...

    Covenant Living Communities and Services offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and board and care.

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    Yes, Covenant Living Communities and Services allows residents to age in place and adjust their level of care as needed.

    The full address for this community is 5700 Old Orchard Rd, Skokie, IL 60077.

    No, Covenant Living Communities and Services does not offer respite care. Respite care in assisted living communities provides temporary, short-term relief for primary caregivers by offering professional care for their loved ones. It allows individuals to stay in an assisted living community for a limited time, giving caregivers a break while ensuring residents receive necessary support and assistance with daily activities.

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