Mayor Richard M. Daley joined Alderman Ray Suarez, Department of Family and Support Services Commissioner Mary Ellen Caron, Department of Community Development First Deputy Commissioner Ellen Sahli and members of the Senior Lifestyle Corporation to officially dedicate the Kelvyn Park Senior Suites and Satellite Center located at 2715 N. Cicero in the Belmont-Cragin community.

Chicago’s seniors are one of our most valuable assets,” said Mayor Richard M. Daley.

“We have taken significant steps to ensure the safety, comfort and health of our seniors — individuals who have invested their lives in building the communities we enjoy today. Our seniors have a wealth of knowledge to share, and they are our link to Chicago’s great history.”

This new senior complex supports ongoing redevelopment efforts in the Belmont Cragin community by turning a vacant commercial site into productive use.

It incorporates a comprehensive 85-unit senior rental apartment building with a Senior Services Center run by Department of Family and Support Services and is part of a plan to create housing and needed support services for seniors. It is just one of many steps the City has taken to make sure seniors have affordable and accessible housing.

Senior Suites of Kelvyn Park will bring 25 studios and 60 one-bedroom apartments, complete with bathroom and kitchen facilities, at initial monthly rents from $650 to $795. The apartments in the six-story building will be available to seniors, 62 or older, whose incomes meet federal guidelines.

The 75,000-square-foot-development was built in partnership with Senior Lifestyle Corporation, and offers monthly housekeeping, transportation for tenants and a variety of senior-friendly activities.

The $19.4 million complex fills an important need for those who no longer want the responsibility for maintaining their own residence, but wish to keep their independence and have a need for enhanced social support.