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The cost of independent living in Barrington Center is about $6,336 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 49 options. Read 1778 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of New Perspective Long Grove
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8.3
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30 reviews
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30 reviews
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Some areas smell of urine but not in overall community. The staff are wonderful - very attentive and engaging! The food I have experienced at events has been good with nice presentation. Daily food seems to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
New Perspective Long Grove is a vibrant community with plenty to offer. Residents can be found soaking up the sun on the spacious patio, enjoying made-from-scratch meals in our dining room, or meeting friends for coffee at the cafe.We believe older adults deserve to live joyfully, affordably, and...
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Photo of Silver Glen Senior Living
1616 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.3
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39 reviews
8.3
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39 reviews
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Overall we think Silver Glen is a great facility and has been perfect for what my mom needs so far (she's been there about a year now) There are two areas where I've rated them lower than I would have at...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to your new home at Silver Glen Senior LivingYou’re going to love Silver Glen Senior Living — your new home base! Located in South Elgin, Illinois, this community is close enough to the city to take in a show at the Cadillac Palace Theater or visit one of the many downtown Chicago...
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Photo of Atrium at Oak Crest Residence
1717 Photos available
8.0
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34 reviews
8.0
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We chose this facility because of the price for the value. The longevity of the facility, and the warm and caring atmosphere. They have taken excellent care of my father.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Founded in 1904 offering a unique person centered approach to care Oak Crest provides the most intimate, individualized care available. Private spaces complimented with warm and welcoming common areas gives way to a style and character that can only be found in an elite setting. Staff members are...
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Photo of The Oaks at Bartlett, a CCRC
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99 Floor plans available
8.0
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168 reviews
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He went back and forth between assisted and skilled a few times. The admin staff, nursing staff and rehab staff were all very friendly He could be very crabby, but they would always have a smile My dad had...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Imagine a warm and friendly community with a small-town feel, where making friends is easy, and people care about and help each other. Located in Bartlett, Illinois on 41 acres of wetlands and rolling woodlands we offer the ideal location to appreciate the calm beauty of nature while still...
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Photo of Heritage Woods of South Elgin
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.0
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5 reviews
8.0
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We chose Heritage Woods of South Elgin because of the convenient location, they accept Medicaid, and just the overall gut feeling. I toured 7 places and I got the best feeling here. The director of sales is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Adults 65 or better may qualify for Illinois Supportive Living Program, an assisted lifestyle.Seniors of all income levels are welcome, including those on Medicaid or only Social Security. Carefree Living at its finest include: *  Private Apartments *  Restaurant Style Dining...
Photo of The Indigo at Bartlett
1818 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.7
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11 reviews
7.7
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11 reviews
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There was a long period of adjustment after Chapters purchased Artis. It was hard on my father because so many of the staff left. There was no one really in charge for quite awhile. Things just seemed...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At Chapters Living of Northwest Chicago, we recognize it’s a privilege to serve as a dedicated support system for our residents. With a deep commitment to personalized care, our compassionate teams strive to create tailored experiences for our residents, ensuring their individual needs are met....
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Photo of Victory Centre of Bartlett
1010 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
7.5
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61 reviews
7.5
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61 reviews
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Victory Centre of Bartlett has been amazing. The care that our mother is receiving is more than we could ask for. Everyone that we've worked with has been very kind and compassionate. They really made this...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Our longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Victory Centre of Bartlett community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one. Above all else, this is your life and...
Photo of The Grand at Twin Lakes
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7.3
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48 reviews
7.3
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48 reviews
5 star
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Overall, The Grand at Twin Lakes is a nice place. Apartment sizes and amenities offered are good. I would recommend it to others looking for independent living. I would tell others that many times, menu...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Introducing The Grand at Twin Lakes, a full service senior living community with 24/7 onsite Assistance With Activities of Daily Living which allows residents to gracefully age in place.Located on Twin Lakes in Palatine, The Grand is designed with the active senior in mind. You’re just steps away...
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8.5
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2 reviews
8.5
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2 reviews
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Very happy with this facility. It's next over to their assisted living facility so I am next door to my husband who is there. Their programs are wonderful.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Emerald Village
7.7
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13 reviews
7.7
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13 reviews
5 star
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3 star
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The Emerald Village community was very clean but in the apartment closet it smelled like cat urine at move in. Other than that, very good. There is a little miscommunication before move in but it was...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Emerald Village offers the ideal combination of independence with safety and security for its residents. Emerald Village, a 97 unit, 4 story building provides a new lifestyle free from worries and filled with good times shared with good friends.
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Photo of Alden Horizon
5 star
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We chose Alden Horizon because the friendliness of the people and the value for the money. The apartments are good size, we have a 1 bedroom and it is perfect for what we need. They do have full kitchens and...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Alden Horizon is an independent living community in Barrington, IL. Barrington is a part of Cook County, and it provides great entertainment options and attractions. Residents and their guests enjoy checking out The Catlow Theater, as well as the areas golf courses and inns. This beautiful area...
Photo of Gardiner Place
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Very nice apartment living. Advertised as a no smoking building, but smokers congregate at front door, well within the required 15 b feet. No participation in the community by management. Love the...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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It was great, just more of an apartment than anything else. They serve six dinners a week. My mom was falling all the time and we should have had her in a different facility the whole time. She wasn't eating...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Willow Lake Estates
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My mother had Alzheimer's. She stayed at The Vines. First I should say that the owners are personal friends of mine for over 40 years. But don't write off my review. The owners are not some big...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Zurich Meadows
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Midlothian Manor is Shared Senior Housing. The Manor’s 14 private first floor apartments house self-reliant seniors who would like more companionship, and yet they gleefully give up household chores, yard work and cooking meals.We can’t wait to welcome you as our newest ”family” member.

Cost of independent living in Barrington Center, IL

The average cost of senior living in Barrington Center is $6,336 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gilberts, IL with an average of $4,592 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Barrington Center, IL vs. nearby cities

Barrington Center, IL
$6,336/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Barrington Center, IL vs. the state and national average

Barrington Center, IL
$6,336/mo
U.S. national average
$4,072/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Barrington Center vs. other types of senior living

$6,190/mo
Independent Living
$6,336/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Barrington Center, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$5,487/mo
Studio
$5,128/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,457/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,070/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,225/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Barrington Center over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Barrington Center

Recent reviews for independent living in Barrington Center

Silver Glen Senior Living in South Elgin, IL

4.7
I would definitely recommend Silver Glen Senior Living to others. The facility itself is great, the rooms are really nice, and everyone seems so nice and welcoming. Another great thing they have is they work with a company that provides Physical therapy, Speech and OT on the premises.. so ...
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Bickford of Crystal Lake

5.0
Our experience with Bickford of Crystal Lake has been so positive! Our Aunt is 100% satisfied with the amazing care, friendly staff, and wonderful services provided by Bickford. The caring staff regularly communicates with us and assists us in any way needed. Thank you for making this ...
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Liberty Village in Elmhurst, IL

5.0
I could not be happier with the Liberty Village community is every regard. [name removed] and [name removed] has been amazing and I am very happy that my father is there. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and friendly staff. Many reviews praise the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities, such as Clarendale of Algonquin and The Oaks at Algonquin, where they go above and beyond their duties and make residents feel welcome and at home.
Variety of activities and entertainment. Activities are a major highlight for residents and their families, with communities like Encore Village of Schaumburg, a CCRC, The Oaks at Bartlett, a CCRC, and Huntley Springs Retirement Resort offering a wide range of options to meet residents' diverse interests, from card games and boar ...
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Delicious and nutritious meals. Residents appreciate the quality and variety of meals provided at their communities, including Solstice Senior Living at Palatine, The Grand at Twin Lakes, and Melody Living Independent Living, where meals are prepared fresh daily and dietary restrictions are accommodated.
Cleanliness and maintenance. Several reviews mention the importance of cleanliness and upkeep, with communities like Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, Brookdale Hoffman Estates, and The Oaks at Algonquin taking pride in ensuring their facilities are spotless and well-maintained.
Social and welcoming environment. Reviews consistently highlight the social and welcoming atmosphere at their communities, such as Clarendale of Algonquin, Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, and The Grand at Twin Lakes, where residents enjoy meeting new friends and engaging in social activities.
Customized care and services. Families appreciate the individualized care and services offered at communities like Clarendale of Algonquin, The Oaks at Algonquin, and Solstice Senior Living at Palatine, where staff cater to residents' unique needs and preferences, providing peace of mind and ensuring a comfortable and ...
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Barrington Center independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barrington Center independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barrington Center, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Barrington Center independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Barrington Center partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.4%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.8%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
53.3%
30.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
53.3%
33.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
31.1%
8.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Barrington Center independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Barrington Center communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
60%
36.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
64.4%
43.1%
Room service
Room service
48.9%
36.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
24.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barrington Center independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Barrington Center offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
64.4%
44.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
51.1%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
57.8%
32.5%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.4%
47.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.4%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
73.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
53.3%
42.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
60%
37.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
41.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.2%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
62.2%
46.6%
Dances
Dances
53.3%
32.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
51.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.2%
46.1%
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Encore Village of Schaumburg, a CCRC, Fox River Horizon and Independence Village Naperville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Barrington Center, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 49 independent living facilities near Barrington Center, Illinois. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Barrington Center, Illinois are Brookdale Northbrook, Brookdale Des Plaines and Clarendale of Algonquin. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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