img
Change text size A

Write a Review About Evanston For A Chance to Win A $100 Amazon Gift Card

Back
Evanston Illinois
reviews-ic 17 reviews
claimed-ic

Claimed city

Overall Rating
Star ratings are calculated by averaging a community’s percentile score for each individual category.

Read more

4.21 out of 5 stars
See detailed scores arrow-d-ic

Evanston is a city in Cook County, Illinois, United States, 12 miles north of downtown Chicago, bordered by Chicago to the south, Skokie to the west, and Wilmette to the north.

The purpose of a Commission on Aging is to promote the welfare and betterment of the seniors of the city. The Evanston Commission on Aging has established housing and transportation programs that enhance the ability of seniors to remain in their own homes and advocacy programs that protect the rights of long-term care residents. The Commission sponsors educational forums and provides information about the array of senior services available in Evanston.

Services include:

Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program

Handyman Program

Subsidized Taxicab Program

Public Transportation

Would you recommend Evanston, IL
to your older friends and family?

reviews (17)

Neighborhoods
Sort by

As a 50-year resident, from college days through raising a family, now as an older adult, I believe Evanston to be among the age-friendliest communities in the country. Yes, we have challenges, particularly in the area of affordable housing, but residents and civic leaders are working together to address our shortcomings. I hope to be able to live out my life here.

Was this review helpful? 0

Evanston is a college town, but it also houses a number of retirement communities, two hospitals, an old YMCA, and benefits from plenty of public transportation; Metra, the "L", and city buses. One of the most wonderful aspects of living here, is that everybody belongs, no matter their age, race, or social status. It's a very inclusive town, however a bit expensive to live in.

Was this review helpful? 0

Your photo has been submitted and will appear on the city page after Admin’s approval. Thanks!