The following resources provide information about several organizations and the services they provide that might be helpful. These resources offer information such as checklist to help select a facility, articles, and information about other programs and services. This information should be used as a guide, and individuals are always encouraged to visit the facilities or programs to learn more about each.
Nursing Home Compare
Medicare.gov/NHCompare
This has detailed information about every Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home in the country and is the official U.S. Government site for this type of information.
Illinois Department Of Public Health
idph.state.il.us
This information includes: how to select a nursing home, checklists, nursing home information and results from state surveys.
AARP
aarp.org/health/longtermcare
AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan membership organization that helps people 50 and over improve the quality of their lives. Provides checklists and tips on selecting assisted living and skilled nursing facilities.
Catholic Charities
Intake: 312-655-7700
Provides pre-screening services for persons seeking admission to skilled nursing facilities.
The Medicare Project
www.quickbrochures.net/medicare/index.htm
A consumer's directory to Medicare help, resources, and information from government, education, and other non-commercial web links, brochures, and publications. Topics include: How Medicare works, eligibility and enrollment; Part A and Part B; Glossary; Prescription Drug (Part D) Plans, Medigap, Medicare Advantage, and Medicare Supplement Programs; Medicare Advantage Plans, Coverage Gap, or "Doughnut Hole"; Medicare Medical Savings Accounts; Ombudsman; Medicare Fraud; Medicare and Mental Health; Medicare and Cancer; Medicare for People with Diabetes or Renal Disease; Contacting Medicare; Medicare Nursing Homes; Medicare News.
Caregiver Support: The Chicago Department Of Senior Services
312-744-4016 or 312-744-6777 (TTY) for the hearing impaired.
This comprehensive program gives caregivers access to reliable information, professional resources and a full range of public and private support services, most of which are available right in the neighborhood.
