Beacon Hill

What Beacon Hill does

Beacon Hill is a not-for-profit senior living community located at 2400 S. Finley Road in Lombard, Illinois, approximately 40 minutes from downtown Chicago. It is owned and operated by Lifespace Communities, a non-profit organization with nearly five decades of senior living experience. The community operates as a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC), offering a full continuum of care that includes independent living in private apartments (640 to 1,485+ sq ft), assisted living, skilled nursing (5-star Medicare rated), rehabilitation services (physical, occupational, and speech therapy), memory care in the Lilac neighborhood, and homecare through Lifespace Personal Services.

The business model combines two revenue streams: (1) one-time entrance fees ranging from $51,248 (Type B Modified contract with 50% Return of Capital option) to $117,354+ (Type A Life Care contract), and (2) recurring monthly fees starting at $4,155 that cover utilities, maintenance, housekeeping, dining across four venues, fitness programming, transportation, and security. Ancillary revenue is generated from salon, barbershop, guest suites, garages, and out-of-radius transportation. Ancillary revenue is generated from salon, barbershop, guest suites, garages, and out-of-radius transportation. Residents are also offered a Golden Ticket Savings promotion of up to $74,000 for qualified move-ins. The Type A Life Care contract provides priority access to higher levels of care at predictable costs, while Type B offers lower entry cost but variable healthcare pricing.

The go-to-market motion is direct-to-consumer, targeting active independent seniors aged 65+ and their adult children through the community website, Facebook and Twitter presence, educational blog content, in-person tours, and a financial assessment tool. No AI, proprietary software, or technology platform is disclosed; competitive positioning rests on regulatory credentials (Medicare 5-star rating), nearly 50 years of parent-brand experience through Lifespace Communities, community engagement (30+ resident-led clubs, 25+ fitness classes), and the financial structure of Life Care contracts.

Name

Beacon Hill

Legal name

Beacon Hill

Website

https://beaconhilllombard.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Beacon Hill is a not-for-profit Continuing Care Retirement Community in Lombard, Illinois, owned by Lifespace Communities, serving active seniors with independent living, skilled nursing, memory care, and rehabilitation under Type A and Type B Life Care contracts.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Senior Living / Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)

NAICS

Continuing Care Retirement Communities (623311), Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly (623312), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (624120)

SIC

Services-Skilled Nursing Care Facilities (8051), Services-Nursing & Personal Care Facilities (8050), Services-Home Health Care Services (8082)

akta.pro primary industry

Life Plan / Entrance-Fee CCRCs (HLADAEAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Single-Site CCRCs (HLADAEAE), Specialty CCRCs (e.g., Memory-Care-Focused, Veteran-Focused) (HLADAEAK), Continuing Care Retirement Communities (CCRC) with Memory Care (HLADACAD)

Keywords

• Senior living community
• Continuing care retirement
• Independent living services
• Skilled nursing care
• Memory care support

Headquarters

HQ city

Lombard

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Supply Chain, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Entrance Fees: One-time upfront fees required to secure residency. Provides access to the residence, premium services, and lifelong support. Entrance fees vary by contract type (Type A vs Type B).
2. Monthly Fees: Fixed recurring monthly fees that cover most amenities and services including utilities, maintenance, housekeeping, dining options, fitness classes, and access to community facilities. Fees start at $4,155/month.
3. Ancillary Services: Additional fee-based services including salon and barbershop, guest suites for visiting family, garages for vehicles, and transportation outside specified radius.
4. Life Care Contract Benefits: Type A Life Care contract provides predictable long-term healthcare costs with priority access to higher levels of living at stable rates. Type B Modified contract offers access to healthcare with additional costs at market rates.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Beacon Hill is a Life Care/Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) offering independent living apartments alongside skilled nursing, rehabilitation, memory care, and homecare services on a single Lombard, Illinois campus. Residents contract via Type A Life Care or Type B Modified agreements, paying an entrance fee and monthly service fees that cover housing, dining, amenities, and priority access to higher levels of care.

Product overview

Beacon Hill is a senior living community offering a continuum of care through its Life Care (CCRC) model. The core offerings include Independent Living in private apartments (ranging from 640 to 1,485+ sq ft) with maintenance-free lifestyle, and guaranteed access to higher levels of care including Skilled Nursing (5-star rated), Rehabilitation Services, and Memory Care (Lilac Neighborhood). Residents can choose between Type A Life Care and Type B Modified contracts. The community provides luxury amenities including multiple dining venues (Finley Terrace, O'Neil's Cafe, The Courtyard, The Lincoln Dining Room), a fitness center with over 25 classes, heated indoor pool, woodworking shop, art studio, library, and on-site health clinic. Monthly fees start at $4,155 with entrance fees starting at $117,354 for Type A contracts.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Independent Living Maintenance-free residential living for active seniors in private apartments, offering freedom from household chores while providing access to community amenities, dining venues, and social activities.
• Life Care / Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) A Type A Life Care contract providing a continuum of care from independent living to higher levels of support (assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care) with priority access and predictable costs.
• Skilled Nursing 24/7 skilled nursing care including wound treatment, medication management, and physical, occupational, and speech therapies for short- or long-term needs. Awarded a 5-star overall rating from the Medicare Quality Rating System.
• Rehabilitation Services Inpatient and outpatient short-term rehabilitation including occupational therapy, physical therapy, and speech therapy for recovery from stroke, surgery, falls, or joint replacement.
• Memory Care (Lilac Neighborhood) Specialized programming and secure environment for individuals with Alzheimer's or other dementias, focusing on abilities rather than inabilities with tailored activities including cooking, crafts, and physical wellness.
• Homecare In-home care services provided within residents' private residences through Lifespace Personal Services, offering assistance with daily living tasks and health-related needs.
• Floor Plans (Residential Units) Luxury senior living apartments ranging from 640 to 1,485+ sq ft including studios, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and den configurations. Monthly fees start at $4,155 with entrance fees starting at $117,354 for Type A contracts.
• Dining Services Multiple dining venues including Finley Terrace (modern cuisine), O'Neil's Cafe (bistro), The Courtyard (coffee and snacks), and The Lincoln Dining Room (fine dining), offering chef-prepared meals.
• Fitness and Wellness Programs Over 25 fitness classes, heated indoor pool, fitness center with state-of-the-art equipment, water aerobics, pool Pilates, circuit training, chair Zumba, and line dancing, plus personalized wellness plans.
• On-Site Health Clinic Health center staffed with access to internal medicine specialist, podiatrist, audiologist, and optometrist for routine and specialized medical care.

Quantifiable outcome

• 5-star overall rating from Medicare Quality Rating System for skilled nursing care
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

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Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Lifespace CommunitiescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerBeacon Hill is owned and operated by Lifespace Communities, a non-profit organization with nearly five decades of experience in senior living. Lifespace provides operational support, brand standards, and the strength of a multi-community network.
• Medicare Quality Rating SystemcoreOthersFederal quality rating system that evaluates skilled nursing providers on quality of care, staffing, and health inspections. Beacon Hill's 5-star rating is a key differentiator.
• Lifespaces LombardminorOthersParent brand identity referenced in photography credits, representing the Lifespaces communities brand in Lombard, Illinois.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights3 records

Direct peers

• Oak Trace: Sibling Lifespace Communities property offering a similar CCRC model with independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing. Directly comparable life-plan community under the same non-profit operator; Jamee Harkabus previously worked there before joining Beacon Hill.
• Senior Lifestyle: Regional senior living operator with independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing communities across the Midwest. Direct geographic overlap with Beacon Hill's Chicago-area market and similar care continuum.
• Life Care Services: One of the largest CCRC management companies in the U.S., operating and managing life-plan communities for non-profit owners. Closest comparable to Beacon Hill's non-profit CCRC operating model and contract structure.
• Erickson Senior Living: Premier CCRC operator with large campuses offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing under continuing-care contracts. Directly comparable to Beacon Hill's Life Care/CCRC structure.
• Vi (formerly Classic Residence by Hyatt): Luxury life-plan community operator with entry-fee CCRCs offering a continuum of care and high-end amenities. Closest comparable premium CCRC brand to Beacon Hill's Type A Life Care offering.

Broad incumbents

• Brookdale Senior Living: Largest U.S. senior living operator with a national portfolio of independent living, assisted living, and memory care communities. Overlaps with Beacon Hill's IL/skilled nursing offering but at much greater scale and a broader geographic footprint.
• Sunrise Senior Living: National premium senior living operator with independent living, assisted living, memory care, and short-term stays. Comparable premium positioning and continuum-of-care philosophy, though delivered through a larger, multi-state portfolio.
• Five Star Senior Living: Operates independent living, assisted living, and memory care communities across the U.S. with a similar mix of lifestyle amenities and care services. Overlaps with Beacon Hill's continuum-of-care model but is portfolio-based rather than single-site.
• Atria Senior Living: Large U.S. operator of senior living communities with a strong emphasis on lifestyle programming, dining, and engagement. Comparable boutique, experience-led positioning to Beacon Hill's lifestyle-driven approach.

Emerging players

• Belmont Village Senior Living: Operator of upscale assisted living and memory care communities with a focus on wellness programming and on-site clinical staff. Comparable on memory care and lifestyle amenities but less focused on entry-fee CCRC contracts.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/LifespaceCareer
• Facebookfacebook.com/BeaconHillRetirementCommunity
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/beacon-hill-retirement-community

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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