The Admiral at the Lake

The Admiral at the Lake Senior living offering independent living, assisted living, memory support & rehabilitation.

The Admiral at the Lake is a retirement community located on the lakefront of Chicago with spacious modern apartments in the heart of the city. Offering a range of support for retirees, The Admiral helps make the most of retirement in a safe and secure environment. We are a continuing care retirement community (CCRC) and a Lifecare community serving those 62 years and older. Our residents come from nearly every walk of life and hail from Chicago, the suburbs, and as far away as New York, California, and Florida. The Admiral provides a quality environment that supports an ageless spirit, promotes health and wellness, and fosters engagement, collaboration, and liberating choices. Residents design and direct the recreational, intellectual, social, and spiritual life of the community. We are proud to be affiliated with the not-for-profit Kendal Corporation. Their values resonate deeply with those held by The Admiral residents, staff, and board.

Learning here takes many forms—because curiosity lives in everyone.Resident writers, artists, professors, and artisans l...
11/20/2025

Learning here takes many forms—because curiosity lives in everyone.
Resident writers, artists, professors, and artisans lead workshops and classes for neighbors. We also bring in University of Chicago courses, expert talks, and neighborhood meetings.

💭 What’s one thing you'd love to learn or try?

Today we honor all who served, including our residents whose service is part of their own story here at The Admiral at T...
11/11/2025

Today we honor all who served, including our residents whose service is part of their own story here at The Admiral at The Lake.

What an inspiring day at The Admiral at the Lake! 🙌We were thrilled to welcome the LeadingAge Illinois Leadership Academ...
11/11/2025

What an inspiring day at The Admiral at the Lake! 🙌

We were thrilled to welcome the LeadingAge Illinois Leadership Academy for their November session and to have our team share their experiences on leadership and teamwork.

Thank you LeadingAge! Our own Brit Vipham, RJ Zielinski, and Katie O’Brien presented “How to Make Every Team Member a Sa...
11/05/2025

Thank you LeadingAge! Our own Brit Vipham, RJ Zielinski, and Katie O’Brien presented “How to Make Every Team Member a Sales and Marketing Expert,” showing how collaboration across departments drives growth and resident satisfaction.

Do you want to learn more about Assisted Living? Hear from our experts and get the information you need most. Reserve yo...
11/02/2025

Do you want to learn more about Assisted Living? Hear from our experts and get the information you need most. Reserve your spot at an upcoming event: http://bit.ly/48L1yrF

Purpose is at the heart of every activity. From wellness programs to daily movement, our activity calendar is resident-d...
10/30/2025

Purpose is at the heart of every activity. From wellness programs to daily movement, our activity calendar is resident-driven for what interests them the most! iving

Planning takes time - get started now with our guide to making the move to senior living. 👉http://bit.ly/3KorK1n
10/21/2025

Planning takes time - get started now with our guide to making the move to senior living. 👉http://bit.ly/3KorK1n

Now that's a dining room with a view!  If you haven't seen our dining room since it's renovation,  come for a visit!
10/16/2025

Now that's a dining room with a view! If you haven't seen our dining room since it's renovation, come for a visit!

Curious about Assisted Living at The Admiral at the Lake? RSVP today and join us at one of our upcoming events and get c...
10/14/2025

Curious about Assisted Living at The Admiral at the Lake? RSVP today and join us at one of our upcoming events and get clear, honest answers to your top questions. http://bit.ly/48L1yrF

Thinking about making a move in the next few years? Secure your future today by joining our Embark Priority List. Ask ab...
10/08/2025

Thinking about making a move in the next few years? Secure your future today by joining our Embark Priority List. Ask about benefits, including resources to guide you on the journey.
Learn more 👉http://bit.ly/3VKF6Hv

10/02/2025

Fall in love with Assisted Living at The Admiral at the Lake! Fall move-ins now available in Assisted Living — tour today and discover your new beginning. This season, give your loved one the gift of safety, care, and connection. 🍁https://theadmiral.org/contact-us/

We couldn't have asked for more beautiful weather! What an incredible day we had recently to capture photos of our resid...
09/30/2025

We couldn't have asked for more beautiful weather! What an incredible day we had recently to capture photos of our residents and hear their stories. 📸

Address

929 West Foster Avenue
Chicago, IL
60640

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+17734331800

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Our Story

Our lakefront community is located on the city’s North Side, steps from Foster Avenue Beach. Dining, theater, shopping – the best of Chicago is within easy reach. And that’s nothing compared to what you’ll find on the inside. Take a look at The Admiral. With an independent spirit and the protection of Lifecare, this is urban retirement living at its finest. Founded in 1858, The Admiral is Chicago’s oldest nonprofit organization dedicated to creating senior living with innovative, responsive solutions to address the needs of Chicago area seniors. Today, after more than 150 years, we’re beginning a new chapter in the future of senior living in Chicago, one specifically designed to meet the expectations of people like you. The Admiral at the Lake is now an affiliate of Kendal, a nonprofit organization that also has a rich history of serving older adults, with 14 communities in six states, and advocacy and education initiatives nationwide. To learn more about Kendal, visit them online at discoverkendal.org At The Admiral at the Lake, our vision for senior living in Chicago is only getting better. Together with Kendal, we look forward to continuing and enhancing our proud tradition of quality service to older adults who are drawn to the idea of vibrant retirement living in Chicago, one of the world’s greatest cities.