Adult Day Care · Chicago, Illinois
Adult Day Care in Chicago, IL
Chicago's diverse senior population is served by adult day centers across every major neighborhood — including culturally specific programs and two pathways for Medicaid coverage: the HCBS waiver and Illinois's Community Care Program (CCP).
$105–$155/day
Chicago adult day care cost range (2025)
CCP + HCBS
Two Illinois Medicaid/state pathways for coverage
312-744-6681
Chicago Aging & Disability Resource Network
Chicago adult day care — key facts
Illinois licenses adult day care under the Assisted Living Act and Elder Care Act
Adult day care centers in Illinois are licensed by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) or operate under municipal licensing. Verify any center's license status at dph.illinois.gov. Ask for their most recent inspection report.
Community Care Program — Illinois's unique state-funded pathway
The CCP is a major differentiator in Illinois — it provides adult day care funding for seniors 60+ who don't qualify for full Medicaid but are at risk of institutionalization. Income eligibility is means-tested but more generous than Medicaid. Contact the Chicago Department of Family and Support Services (DFSS, 312-744-6681) to apply.
HCBS waiver serves Medicaid-eligible seniors
Medicaid-eligible seniors in Illinois can access adult day care through the HCBS (Home and Community-Based Services) waiver, administered by the Illinois Department on Aging. HCBS is for dual-eligibles and low-income Medicaid recipients who meet a nursing-home level of care.
Culturally specific programs serve Chicago's diverse neighborhoods
Chicago has adult day programs specifically serving African American, Polish, Chinese, Korean, and other ethnic communities — with bilingual staff, culturally appropriate meals, and relevant programming. Ask the Chicago Aging & Disability Resource Network (312-744-6681) for referrals to culturally matched programs.
Find adult day care in Chicago
Our advisors can connect you with adult day centers in your Chicago neighborhood — including programs that accept Illinois Medicaid (HCBS) and CCP funding.
Frequently asked questions — Chicago
How much does adult day care cost in Chicago?▾
Adult day care in Chicago averages $105–$155 per day in 2025, making it one of the higher-cost markets in the Midwest. The higher cost reflects Chicago's urban labor market and the prevalence of full medical adult day health care programs in the city. Social-only programs in Chicago suburbs (Schaumburg, Naperville, Evanston, Oak Park) typically run $85–$115/day. Some community-based non-profit centers in Chicago offer subsidized rates for lower-income seniors.
Does Illinois Medicaid cover adult day care in Chicago?▾
Yes — Illinois Medicaid covers adult day services through two main programs: (1) HCBS Waiver: Home and Community-Based Services waiver covers adult day care for Medicaid-eligible seniors who meet a nursing-home level of care. Apply through the Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA). (2) Community Care Program (CCP): The CCP is Illinois's non-Medicaid state-funded program for older adults at risk of institutionalization — it covers adult day services through the Chicago Department of Family and Support Services and Cook County Area Agency on Aging for low-income seniors who may not meet full Medicaid eligibility.
What is the Community Care Program (CCP) in Illinois?▾
The Community Care Program (CCP) is an Illinois state-funded program (not traditional Medicaid) that provides home and community care services — including adult day care — for adults 60+ who are at risk of nursing home placement. CCP is administered by the Illinois Department on Aging through a network of Area Agencies on Aging, including the City of Chicago's DFSS and the Illinois Alliance of Agencies on Aging. Income eligibility applies but is more generous than full Medicaid — many seniors who don't qualify for Medicaid may qualify for CCP. Contact the Chicago Department of Family and Support Services (312-744-6681).
Where are adult day centers located in Chicago?▾
Adult day centers operate in neighborhoods throughout Chicago including the North Side, West Side, South Side, and suburban Cook County. The city has culturally specific centers serving African American, Polish, Chinese, and Korean senior populations, among others. Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) paratransit (Paratransit ADA service) and many centers' own van services provide transportation. The City of Chicago's Aging and Disability Resource Network (312-744-6681) maintains a list of centers by neighborhood.
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