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1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.9
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164 reviews
9.9
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164 reviews
5 star
79%
4 star
16%
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The staff is outstanding! Everyone is wonderful and helpful in every way. The library is extremely important to me, and they have a wonderful, organized library with a large variety of books. I love to read...
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.
It’s good to be home.Our community just outside of Chicago gives you the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with both independent living and assisted living on the same campus. With several floor plans to chose from, including studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom options, you’ll be able...
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11 Video available
2222 Photos available
9.9
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121 reviews
9.9
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121 reviews
5 star
90%
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7%
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Mercy Circle was wonderful. My dad was able to heal with support kindness and support. We highly recommend Mercy Circle to everyone.
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.
A faith-based not-for-profit communityMercy Circle’s residents and staff together create a vibrant, caring community where all people are welcome and our non-profit status is reflected in no entrance fees. Residents pay only a monthly fee, which includes meals, services, amenities and...
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11 Video available
1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.9
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92 reviews
9.9
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92 reviews
5 star
75%
4 star
20%
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The staff is friendly. The food is delicious. Apartment is perfect and suitable for my Dads needs. I loved the activities they plan for the residents.
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.
Nestled in the trees next to the Calumet-Saganashkee Channel, this community offers the best of both worlds for those who want to enjoy the great outdoors and have creature comforts close to home. Nearby, Olde Palos Shopping Centre and Orland Square shopping mall should take care of your shopping...
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11 Video available
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9.8
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68 reviews
9.8
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68 reviews
5 star
78%
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I came to Brookdale Oak Park because of failing sight with the assistance of my niece and sister they helped me choose Brookdale. I have found this to be an excellent choice for my situation. I enjoy the...
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.
Everything You Want, Everything You NeedIf first impressions are everything, we think we make a pretty good one. Nestled between historic Frank Lloyd Wright homes and a vibrant downtown shopping district, the location of our independent and assisted living community is just the start of what...
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9.8
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22 reviews
9.8
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22 reviews
5 star
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Every time I walk through the doors of Clarendale Six Corners, I’m met with the same thing: my friends genuinely thriving. They’re more social, more engaged, and more energized than I’ve seen them in years....
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.
Clarendale Six Corners is Chicago's most anticipated senior living community now open for you to experience! On a triangular corner of Six Corners in Northwest Chicago, Illinois, you’ll discover 10 floors of casual sophistication, superb hospitality services and great amenities.You'll enjoy...
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66 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.7
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46 reviews
9.7
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46 reviews
5 star
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SSB appearance has improved 100% with the current housekeeper. Assisted admin is friendly and helpful greet residents with a smile. Bldg manager is very good at her job. Keep the place well managed.
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.
Imagine being able to live in a beautiful building, in a community of friends, receive monthly housekeeping services and benefit from specially designed safety features - all for one low affordable monthly rate and in the Chicago neighborhood you've called home for most of your life. As a...
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77 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.6
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53 reviews
9.6
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53 reviews
5 star
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Of all the properties I've researched and visited for senior housing, independent living and assisted living options in all of Chicago and suburbs. Price, location and transportation are great and lots of...
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.
Imagine being able to live in a beautiful building, in a community of friends, receive monthly housekeeping services and benefit from specially designed safety features - all for one low affordable monthly rate and in the Chicago neighborhood you've called home for most of your life. As a...
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11 Video available
1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.5
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70 reviews
9.5
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70 reviews
5 star
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We have had a great experience with the staff. There have been a few things that have broken, like a faucet leak and an air conditioner not working. They were awesome! We never waited more than a couple...
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.
The newly acquired Plum Creek Chicago is a beautiful senior community for those 65 and over! This unique campus is ideally located in the West Lawn area of Chicago near the extensive shopping along Cicero Avenue and the best transportation Chicago has to offer. Both of our lifestyle options...
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66 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.4
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19 reviews
9.4
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19 reviews
5 star
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The worker here are very nice and the staff are very helpful at what they are. They do best at least as they can with they the people they help here. Sorry about how a write this but I am happy about living...
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.
Imagine being able to live in a beautiful building, in a community of friends, receive monthly housekeeping services and benefit from specially designed safety features - all for one low affordable monthly rate and in the Chicago neighborhood you've called home for most of your life. As a...
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66 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.3
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18 reviews
9.3
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18 reviews
5 star
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I am enjoying my stay here in Belmont Cragin. The staff is great and also most of the residents are nice. We do have a problem with some vandalism with equipment. This is here for our use. When this happens...
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.
Imagine being able to live in a beautiful building, in a community of friends, receive monthly housekeeping services and benefit from specially designed safety features - all for one low affordable monthly rate and in the Chicago neighborhood you've called home for most of your life. As a...
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Photo of Ascension Living Bethlehem Woods Village
77 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.3
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71 reviews
9.3
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71 reviews
5 star
65%
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25%
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I would rate a 5 on every question except on the Administration who I rate 3. My experience has been really excellent and I would invite every family to make a visit.
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.
Bethlehem Woods Retirement Community offers 270 spacious independent living residences and 64 licensed assisted living apartments in a variety of floor plans. Independent living amenities include: restaurant-style dinner served daily, 24-hour staff and emergency call system, Wellness Clinic and...
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66 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
9.3
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14 reviews
9.3
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14 reviews
5 star
72%
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They really worked with us. They are a little more expensive than some places but I think you get your moneys worth. They have a very professional staff and they do make family members feel good about the...
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.
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66 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.2
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24 reviews
9.2
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24 reviews
5 star
75%
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3 star
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The facility is clean and safe. The 1 bedroom apartment size is good, but studios are very small. All amenities are good except for maintenance. He takes a while to fix things or fixes them half way 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.
Imagine being able to live in a beautiful building, in a community of friends, receive monthly housekeeping services and benefit from specially designed safety features - all for one low affordable monthly rate and in the Chicago neighborhood you've called home for most of your life. As a...
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9.2
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16 reviews
9.2
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16 reviews
5 star
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I would rate it all a 5. They are very accommodating, friendly and my mom is very happy there. Yes, we would recommend Cantata Adult Life to other families! They've been great!
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.
The Cantata continuum of care—Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Support, Short-Term Rehab, and Long-Term Care—allows you to live your best life today, tomorrow and into the future. Located in Brookfield, Cantata offers exceptional care in a comfortable environment that feels like home....
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99 Photos available
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9.0
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18 reviews
9.0
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18 reviews
5 star
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The staff and administrators were very responsive to questions and concerns. I was able to attend all activities if I wanted to and sit with the group to listen to music or watch tv. They held care...
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.
Have you noticed that something doesn't seem right with mom or dad these days? It could be subtle or it could be something that's pretty obvious. Regardless, you've turned to the Internet for a reason and the best choice for assisted living is also Chicago's most notable and...
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1212 Photos available
9.0
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203 reviews
9.0
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203 reviews
5 star
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5 for every category. The staff are really friendly and I like that residents are out doing activities at all different times. There is a wide variety of things to do.
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.
EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE AT CONCORD PLACE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY We are so much more than a senior community. Concord Place Retirement Community is home. For over 25 years we have prided ourselves in creating a culture and atmosphere of comfort and love. To that end, we have focused our efforts...
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44 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.0
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24 reviews
9.0
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24 reviews
5 star
67%
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3 star
8%
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When I moved here, I wished I had not moved here. The unit had not been cleaned, it was stinky and nasty. Fast forward to now, new property manager and living here got much better. Thank God! It was so...
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.
Imagine being able to live in a beautiful building, in a community of friends, receive monthly housekeeping services and benefit from specially designed safety features - all for one low affordable monthly rate and in the Chicago neighborhood you've called home for most of your life. As a...
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11 Video available
1616 Photos available
1616 Floor plans available
9.0
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48 reviews
9.0
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48 reviews
5 star
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My mom likes it there and the staff are nice and helpful. Her 1 BR apartment is also nice and good size. However she doesn't participate in activities there on her own. We encourage her but she just stays in...
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.
Autumn Green at Wright Campus is a senior living community located in the vibrant metropolis of Chicago, Illinois. This iconic city offers some of the best amenities in the country. Glass towers, luxury boutiques and fine dining can be found amongst the busy downtown core. Visiting family members...
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11 Video available
1515 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.8
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71 reviews
8.8
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71 reviews
5 star
48%
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5 for all....im very happy with quality of care. Open sunny areas...rooms. Residents are looked after. Activities and movies daily. Bright atmosphere
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.
Belmont Village of Oak Park is located in the heart of historic Oak Park, a western suburb of Chicago. Our senior living residents don't have to go far to enjoy all the 'Windy City' has to offer. Close to the facility are shops, galleries, places of worship, and RUSH Oak Park Hospital. And when...
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11 Video available
1414 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.8
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36 reviews
8.8
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36 reviews
5 star
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The facility is pleasant and welcoming when you walk in the first time. Grounds around the facility are well kept and ample area to walk around, including nearby parks. Staff are nice although I notice some...
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.
Ascension Living Casa Scalabrini Village is a faith-based senior living campus offering a variety of independent living options. Our primary focus is the comfort and well being of our residents! We offer 184 spacious independent living residences in a variety of floor plans, including studio,...
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11 Video available
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8.8
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67 reviews
8.8
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67 reviews
5 star
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The Staff is wonderful. They go above and beyond to help answer questions, give guidance and provide updates on Mom. Her Care is top notch! We visited many locations before touring Eden Vista. As we walked...
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 our continuing care retirement community, or CCRC, located just outside of Chicago, you can redefine your independence. You’ll have the care you need when you need it with assisted living, Alzheimer’s and dementia care and skilled nursing all on one campus. You’ll have assistance with...
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1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.8
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74 reviews
8.8
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74 reviews
5 star
54%
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Staff is friendly and attentive. When Mom first moved in they helped her get accustomed to living in a new home. She hasn't participated in activities yet. Food I'd good with many options at each meal. Mom...
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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8.8
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35 reviews
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35 reviews
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Right now it is under construction. So it is messy right now. But when complete it should be very nice and updated. I would recommend
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.
The Roosevelt at Salt Creek is a new premier Senior Living community nestled in the heart of Elmhurst, IL. Formerly Lexington Square, the community was recently acquired by a Chicago-based real estate investment and asset management firm who will begin a multi-faceted, 25+ million dollar...
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55 Photos available
8.2
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40 reviews
8.2
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40 reviews
5 star
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The Oak Park Arms Community has everything I need SECURITY: ... I moved from a two-flat where I lived alone for 3 yrs. CLEANLINESS: w/ hse keeping PARKING: AMENITIES CUSTOMER NEEDS FOOD. ...to beauty &...
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.
Built as a luxury hotel in 1922, the Oak Park Arms retained the original charm of the grand hotels of the 20th century. The apartments, Ballroom, Georgian Room Restaurant, Lounge, and meeting rooms have been renovated on an on-going basis. A rental retirement community for 26 years, the Oak Park...
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77 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.6
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10 reviews
8.6
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10 reviews
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Happy being here. Friendly neighbor they provide entertainment/activities/the staff is a big help to us. They come and check on the senior seeing that we all are ok.
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.
Imagine being able to live in a beautiful building, in a community of friends, receive monthly housekeeping services and benefit from specially designed safety features - all for one low affordable monthly rate and in the Chicago neighborhood you've called home for most of your life. As a...

Cost of independent living in Cook County, IL

The average cost of senior living in Cook County is $6,147 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Countryside, IL with an average of $5,861 per month.

Independent living costs in Cook County, IL, vs. nearby counties

Cook County, IL
$6,147/mo
$6,124/mo

Independent living costs in Cook County, IL, vs. state and national averages

Cook County, IL
$6,147/mo
U.S. national average
$4,152/mo

Independent living costs in Cook County, IL, vs. other senior living options

$6,013/mo
Independent Living
$6,147/mo

Independent living costs in Cook County, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,145/mo
Studio
$5,514/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,315/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,363/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,875/mo

Senior living costs in Cook County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Cook County, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCook County, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$6,147/mo$4,452/mo$4,152/mo
Assisted Living$5,995/mo$5,370/mo$4,697/mo
Memory Care$6,013/mo$5,390/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Cook County, IL:$6,147/mo
Illinois:$4,452/mo
U.S.:$4,152/mo
Assisted Living
Cook County, IL:$5,995/mo
Illinois:$5,370/mo
U.S.:$4,697/mo
Memory Care
Cook County, IL:$6,013/mo
Illinois:$5,390/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Cook County, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Cook County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Cook County, ILIL stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Cook County, IL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Cook County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Cook County, IL$2,363/mo$2,444/mo-3.3%
Illinois$3,094/mo$3,076/mo+0.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Cook County, IL
2024 average cost:$2,363/mo
2023 average cost:$2,444/mo
Percent change:-3.3%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$3,094/mo
2023 average cost:$3,076/mo
Percent change:+0.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Cook County

Recent reviews for independent living in Cook County

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.

Royal Estates Assistive Living in Dolton, IL

4.9
We were looking for place for our Mother to live near us. After touring a fair amount of facilities in Southern suburbs, we had almost give up. Then my sister and I found Royal Estates. After meeting with the staff there we thought this might be good fit for Mother. We learned that the services ...
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Victory Centre of Elk Grove in Elk Grove Village, IL

5.0
My brother lives in Victory Centre of Elk Grove Village, IL. I visit him frequently and I have found it to be Clean, Friendly and warm. The Staff from Administration to Nursing, Dining, and Maintence are all warm and caring, they know the residents' names, are respectful and always willing ...
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Cook County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cook County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cook County, 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 Cook County 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 Cook County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cook County, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
26.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
24.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.5%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.7%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Cook County 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 Cook County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cook County, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
26.4%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cook County 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 Cook County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cook County, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
35.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.9%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.4%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
35.2%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
26.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.7%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.2%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Discovery Village Des Plaines, Mercy Circle Senior Living and Palos Heights Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cook County, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 100 independent living facilities near Cook County, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Cook County, Illinois are Inspirations of Northbrook, Discovery Village Des Plaines and Mercy Circle Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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