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Eden South Shore in Chicago, IL

Eden South Shore is an assisted living community in Chicago, IL.

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Eden South Shore in Chicago, IL

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  • Interior

    Cozy bedroom setup with a neatly arranged bed and side table lamp.

  • Outdoors

    A group of people celebrating outside a building with flags and a banner that says 'HEROES WORK HERE'.

  • Decor

    A neatly decorated bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, lamps, and framed pictures on the wall.

  • Building

    An outdoor event with an audience seated in front of a screen near a brick building.

  • Dining

    An empty dining area with tables and chairs arranged neatly.

  • Kitchen

    A compact kitchen area with brown cabinets, a microwave, sink, and refrigerator.

  • Bathroom

    An accessible bathroom featuring a shower with grab bars and a shower seat.

  • Lobby

    A modern building with well-furnished interiors, featuring a reception area and a lobby.

  • Home Interior

    A person holding a child indoors, showing affection.

7156 South Dorchester, Chicago, IL 60619

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.5 from 86 reviews
5 stars
67
4 stars
9
3 stars
2
2 stars
0
1 stars
8

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Overall Review of Eden South Shore

common 11 reviews mention this

Clean, well-kept facilities

Residents repeatedly describe the building as very clean and well kept.

Many reviewers point to cleanliness and condition as a clear strength, from calling the facility “very clean” to describing it as clean, bright, and A-1 condition. Multiple comments also tie the clean look to newer units and a facility that feels organized and maintained. Even when residents describe moving out, they still reference the clean, supportive environment they experienced.

common 25 reviews mention this

Kind, accommodating staff—especially Camille

Staff kindness and responsiveness stand out across resident and family experiences.

Residents and families frequently describe staff as professional, accommodating, and respectful, with many singling out Camille for help and clear communication. Reviewers mention being treated with kindness and respect, receiving support with needs and questions, and having staff available when issues came up. Several comments also describe leadership and admissions teams as informative and attentive during the move-in process.

common 5 reviews mention this

Food gets positive mentions

Dining and meal quality come up positively in reviews.

A few residents and visitors mention that the food is good or even “on point,” and one reviewer highlights the kitchen and kitchen staff by name. Another review describes nutritious meals as part of what helps residents stay well and positive. The community’s meal preparation and service also align with the way dining shows up in resident day-to-day comments.

  • An empty dining area with tables and chairs arranged neatly.
  • A couple enjoying a meal at a restaurant, celebrating with balloons and gifts on the table.
common 3 reviews mention this

On-site activities and shared spaces

Residents talk about using community activities and amenities.

Reviews mention opportunities to be involved, including learning to play pool and meeting friends through on-site activities. One reviewer also lists several amenities in the building, such as a movie theater, fitness center, and activity spaces, tying them to daily life and engagement. A separate comment about a pool table suggests residents interact with shared recreation as well.

caveat 2 reviews mention this

Issues with money and deposits

Some reviews raise serious concerns about refunds and money handling.

Two of the lowest-rated reviews describe problems getting money back after a move-out, including missing or delayed SSI-related payments and a prorated rent or deposit they say was not returned on time. In both cases, the reviewers characterize communication and resolution as unprofessional or unresponsive, and they describe taking the issue to outside parties. These comments stand apart from the otherwise positive tone around staff and cleanliness.

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Features

Housing

  • 22 resident community capacity 22 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Amenities

  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Garden Garden
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Chicago Midway (8 miles away) Chicago Midway (8 miles away)
  • Chicago O'Hare International (22 miles away) Chicago O'Hare International (22 miles away)

Care Services

  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • 24-hour supervision 24-hour supervision
  • Activities of daily living assistance Activities of daily living assistance
  • Assistance with bathing Assistance with bathing
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Assistance with transfers Assistance with transfers
  • Coordination with health care providers Coordination with health care providers
  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions
  • Transportation arrangement (medical) Transportation arrangement (medical)
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities

Nearby Places of Interest

Restaurants

  • Leo's Den (0.3 miles)
  • Lil's Something Kool Cocktail Lounge (1.3 miles)
  • City Life Cocktail Lounge (1.6 miles)
  • Hoe Toy Chop Suey (1.8 miles)
  • Captain Hooks Fish & Chicken (1.9 miles)
  • Fred & Jack's (2.2 miles)
  • McDonald's (2.2 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (0.3 miles)
  • Panera Bread (7.4 miles)
  • Corner Bakery Cafe (8.3 miles)
  • Wildberry Pancakes & Cafe (8.5 miles)
  • Intelligentsia Coffee (8.5 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Philip Neri Parish (1 miles)
  • Beth Eden Baptist Church (6.1 miles)
  • Holy Name Of Mary Church (6.2 miles)

Parks

  • Jackson Park (1 miles)
  • South Shore Cultural Center (1.4 miles)
  • Osaka Garden (1.6 miles)
  • Wooded Island (1.6 miles)
  • Promontory Point (2.2 miles)
  • Burnham Park (2.2 miles)
  • Washington Park (2.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (1.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2 miles)
  • Walgreens (2 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.2 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.2 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.2 miles)

Hospitals

  • Comer Children's Hospital (1.9 miles)
  • St Bernard Hospital (2.4 miles)
  • Advocate Trinity Hospital (2.9 miles)
  • Little Company of Mary Hospital (6 miles)
  • Advocate Children Hospital-Hope Pavilion (7.8 miles)
  • Advocate Christ Outpatient Pavilion (7.9 miles)
  • University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (8.3 miles)

Transportation

  • Metra - 55th / 56th / 57th St (2 miles)
  • 59th st Junction (2.6 miles)
  • Metra - 107th Street (4.6 miles)
  • CTA - Sox-35th Red (5 miles)
  • CTA - Cermak-Chinatown (6.5 miles)
  • Metra - Morgan Park / 115th Street (6.9 miles)
  • Cta (7.7 miles)

Physicians

  • Illinois Eye Institute (5.1 miles)

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