Dickinson Place sits in the Wilson Block and has been around since 1978, though its roots with Highland Park United Methodist Church go back to 1971, and it's known as a high-rise apartment community for seniors aged 62 and older. The building is fully wheelchair accessible and holds 166 apartments, including 165 one-bedroom units, most of which are available for Section 8 Housing Assistance Payments, so people with lower incomes can qualify for help with rent. Dickinson Place is a nonprofit and charitable group focused on keeping senior housing safe and affordable, so they take care to follow rules about fair treatment and disability access, making sure people don't get shut out because of disability or other reasons.
Residents can pick from assisted living, independent living, residential care home, convalescent, or memory care set-ups, including Alzheimer's care, with trained staff who help with dressing, bathing, healthcare needs, housekeeping, laundry, or medication. Meals are cooked each day by chefs and meal planners, with plans offering one or two prepared meals; there are colorful dining spaces and common rooms, and rooms themselves often have bright curtains and views out on the busy area. The inside of Dickinson Place is decorated with art and has plenty of wide, cheerful common spaces where seniors can visit, do arts and crafts, take part in activities, or join holiday parties and programs set up for their social and spiritual health. Transportation, medical supplies, hospice, adult day care, and home care are all available too, plus there's help for seniors who need planned activities, social services, or resource referrals.
The staff is known to be friendly and helpful, with several community awards for being both welcoming and supportive. Regular events, planned group outings, and arts sessions add to the sense of community. Indoor parking is another convenience. The management follows HUD rules and Section 504 disability guidance, making sure each person gets equal treatment and has access to all services. Overall, Dickinson Place combines affordable apartment options with different types of care, useful amenities, and programs that help seniors stay active, social, and supported through many stages of aging.
