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The cost of independent living in Des Plaines is about $3,412 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 570 options.

Read 15098 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Chicago, Naperville and Highland Park.

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I like this community everyone is so nice here and helpful. I have a 2 bdrm with a den and a small patio area. They will come in weekly to clean and if I wanted laundry service that is available. The only...
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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.
Vi at the Glen is an upscale continuing care retirement community (CCRC) located in Glenview, Illinois. Our assisted and independent living community is part of a 1,000-acre master-planned community featuring a wide variety of distinctive amenities. There is also an endless amount of social and...
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The price for this place is high but they do offer great services. My mother did not enjoy the meals they were tasteless. She also did not have many options to choose from on the menu. The staff was very...
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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.
Presence St. Benedict Nursing & Rehab can be found in Niles, Illinois - a small town within Cook County and with about 35,000 people. Niles, borders Glenview to the north, Chicago to the south, Morton Grove northeast and Skokie to the east. The town's main artery is the Milwaukee Avenue,...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
Presence Resurrection Retirement Community is primarily independent living with a 36 room assisted living nestled into 16 acres of walking paths and a garden-like setting in the northwest side of Chicago, Illinois. Our property is the perfect place for those looking to have the beauty of nature...
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The apartments are really nice and newer than the others we looked at. The community is very clean and neat and the staff is very friendly. This is a good value compared to other communities in the area...
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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.
Senior Suites of Norwood Park is a highly rated Chicago independent living community for seniors 62 years of age or older. We offer the comfort of a private apartment with the joys of communal life. Our convenient location allows residents to fully enjoy their retirement as they take in all the...
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I found your web site most helpful in finding the right place for me. Thank you so much for helping. The Homestead at Morton Grove has lovely roomy apartments, nice, helpful staff, friendly environment.
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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.
Opened in late April of 2012, The Homestead at Morton Grove is a rental retirement community for seniors 62 years of age and older. Our community is designed around the needs of active seniors who want to simplify life, enjoy retirement without financial worries, and look forward to a...
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I have been here 5 years and I am very happy. Staff does it's best to help, keep us safe. Stuff happens but I am very grateful and blessed. It's always works out.
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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.
Plum Creek Supportive Living Community is located in beautiful Rolling Meadows, Illinois. Rolling Meadows is a quiet, relaxing community in Cook County in Northern Illinois. The Rolling Meadows Park District maintains several parks in the area where your grandchildren can play when they come to...
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My parents are living here and I believe my family is very happy so far. I think the staff at the facility is very attentive; they’ve had the nurses coming to the room, and have done a pretty good job with...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Norwood Crossing, a not-for-profit community located on the Northwest side of Chicago, has been serving older adults since 1896. Each day, Norwood Crossing holds true to their mission of enhancing the independence and well-being of older adults. Norwood Crossing offers several levels of service...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Valley Lo Towers II Apartments is multi-generational, independent living housing nestled in the quiet, peaceful city of Glenview, Cook County, IL. Our community offers plenty of visual appeal thanks to sprawling gardens that surround the property and manicured lawns. There are plenty of large...
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My mother who recently passed away spent about 7 years as a resident of Central Baptist Village. First in the Terrace for those with mid stage Alzheimer’s and then in the Skilled Nursing Pavilion for those...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
We invite you to join us at Central Baptist Village, where we are inspired by faith, family, and friendship. From the moment you arrive, you'll feel at home at this community that's been at the heart of Chicago's near north suburbs for more than a century. Here, friends await you, ready to chat...
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My mom said "I don't have to cook or clean." Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend the Lutheran Home to other families
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Lutheran Home in Arlington Heights was established in 1892 and continues to be a respected not-for-profit mission driven organization in the Chicagoland area. Lutheran Home offers assisted living; a tired memory support continuum; residential nursing; short term rehabilitation; adult day...
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Photo of Victory Centre of Elk Grove
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Victory Centre of Elk Grove recently took over from [community name removed] which was struggling - and things are really improving. My mom was a resident for over 5 years and recently passed. The...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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. Victory Centre of Elk Grove 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 we hope...
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I am very happy with moving back into this community. The staff is nice and the apartments are nice and I like the nice view that is peaceful for me to enjoy. I am able to for myself, but they do offer...
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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.
Senior Suites of Autumn Green at Wright Campus is a lively pet-friendly independent living community in Chicago for seniors age 55 and over. We offer tastefully appointed studio and one-bedroom apartments for total privacy and comfort. Each of our 36 units has an easy to use emergency response...
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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.
Located minutes from downtown Evanston, IL., and Northwestern University, Westminster Place is renowned not only for the beauty and livability of the campus, but also for our exceptional continuum of care. You’ll find a wide selection of inviting residences, an extraordinary array of programs and...
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My grandmother is very comfortable in this community. It is very clean i have no complaints about it. My grandmother is known by her name, which is great that she is getting that one on one attention. They...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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 Galewood 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...
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My loved one is currently a resident at Victory Centre of River Woods and overall things have been good for him. I think he's in a good place, not great but good. I do recommend this facility to others.
Provides: Assisted Living
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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 River Woods 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...
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We have experienced mostly good things! I like the fact that my wife will have a "community" around her when I "move on." She is very well liked here. Wish they had a swimming pool! Came here 4 months...
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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.
Park Plaza Jewish Senior Living Community offers spacious studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom apartments with room enough for your grandchildren to visit. Studio apartments are equipped with a modern convenience kitchen, while the one and two bedroom apartments offer a Full amenity kitchen...
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It's a very nice community in a nice location. I'm comfortable and feel safe living here. I love my apartment. I have an air conditioner, which is more than enough to keep it cool and comfortable for me. ...
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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.
Senior Suites of Bellwood is an elegant Chicago area independent living community for seniors 62 and over. We know that there comes an age when seniors want to leave behind the maintenance of home ownership in favor of a worry-free lifestyle. That’s exactly what our community provides, with...
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On the positive side. It is a very nice facility and it is not even 2 years old. The location is great as well. Everyone is very friendly and it is very social. There are a lot of activities going on, they...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Embark on your next adventure in Evanston, a growing and exciting community only 12 miles outside of Chicago. This premier 55+ active adult community features extensive amenities, designer finishes and daily events & activities. From the pool with sun deck, the fitness club to stainless steel...
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My mother lived at Alden Gardens of Bloomingdale for 7 years before her passing. My mom was well cared for. All the staff took a personal interest in her. They always talked to her and encouraged her to...
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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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I wish my mother would take more advantage of because there is a department of aging attached to the senior suites and they also have activities. The staff are all very caring and always available if needed....
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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.
Senior Suites of Kelvyn Park is a highly rated pet-friendly Chicago independent living community for seniors 62 and older. For retirees looking for a convenient location that allows them to maintain their lifestyle and socialize with their peers, our senior living community is here to make life...
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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.
Maywood Supportive Living is an affordable, caring, all-inclusive assisted living community. It features the adaptive re-use of the former Baptist Retirement Homes. The Maywood community serves low-income older adults, including those on Medicaid or those who receive monthly Social Security...
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Everything is going pretty well for me with my move this community. Everyone has been very welcoming and kind. I'am pleased with all they have done for me. I'am still pretty independent, but I have access to...
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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.
Ten Twenty Grove is an independent living community that is located in Evanston, Illinois which is a part of Cook County. The one and two bedroom apartments are designed for an easy living lifestyle. The proximity to downtown Evanston gives you easy access to restaurants, shopping and medical...
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From the first visit a great experience. Friendly, knowledgeable, caring staff. The place was always spotless The food was very good My cousin received excellent care. Would recommend it to everyone...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
A gracious 55-unit assisted living residence rebuilt in a great Chicago neighborhood in 1997, Covenant Home brings a new style of assisted living to its urban Chicago neighborhood. Our building wraps a floor-to-ceiling central atrium, making the interior bright and cheerful. Studio, one- and...
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This is the place to go for a community for your loved one. The meals are gourmet and as much as the residents want, and the meals are served in a beautiful dining room. The community has lots of...
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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.
Arbor Terrace Highland Park is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle and experience greater well-being. The community offers spacious studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, most with a kitchenette. Residents enjoy amenities including...
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Management looks out for those who live here and try to keep them busy with activities and offers free rides to different grocery stores. They have monthly meetings to discuss issues or concerns we might...
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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.
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 Des Plaines, IL

The average cost of senior living in Des Plaines is $3,412 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mount Prospect, IL with an average of $3,412 per month.

Independent living costs in Des Plaines, IL, vs. state and national averages

Des Plaines, IL
$3,412/mo
U.S. national average
$3,532/mo

Independent living costs in Des Plaines, IL, vs. other senior living options

$8,084/mo
Independent Living
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Independent living costs in Des Plaines, IL, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,838/mo
1 Bedroom
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2 Bedroom
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Senior living costs in Des Plaines 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: Des Plaines, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDes Plaines, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,412/mo$3,360/mo$3,532/mo
Assisted Living$6,704/mo$6,413/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$8,084/mo$7,829/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Des Plaines, IL:$3,412/mo
Illinois:$3,360/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Assisted Living
Des Plaines, IL:$6,704/mo
Illinois:$6,413/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Des Plaines, IL:$8,084/mo
Illinois:$7,829/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
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Independent living costs in Des Plaines, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Des Plaines 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.

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Independent living cost trends in Des Plaines, IL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Des Plaines 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.

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Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Des Plaines, IL$3,249/mo$3,092/mo+5.1%
Illinois$3,221/mo$3,061/mo+5.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Des Plaines, IL
2024 average cost:$3,249/mo
2023 average cost:$3,092/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$3,221/mo
2023 average cost:$3,061/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Des Plaines

Recent reviews for independent living in Des Plaines

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.

Shepherd Premier Assisted Living of Harvard

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I am very happy with the care that my mother is getting at this very nice and home feeling community. The staff is wonderful and very attentive. I like that the community is clean. <y mother is really liking the activities and she likes what is offered. We would highly recommend this small ...
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Lakeland Apartments in Fox Lake, IL

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We think this is a really good community and every time we come to visit things look clean and well taken care of. The outside of the building and everything around it is well maintained. The property manager [name removed] has been so wonderful to work with. She has been very helpful, ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Diverse food options with room for improvement. Residents at various communities, such as Concord Place, The Grand at Twin Lakes, and Solstice at Palatine, express mixed feelings about the food quality and variety. While some enjoy the meals, others find the menus repetitive and would appreciate more options.
Engaging social activities and events. Frequent mentions of social activities and events at communities like Solstice at Palatine, Inspirations of Northbrook, and Church Creek, bring joy and a sense of community to residents. These include games, movie nights, and outings to local attractions.
Professional and caring staff members. Reviews consistently praise the dedication and kindness of staff members at communities, such as Celebrate Senior Living of Niles, Discovery Village Des Plaines, and Inspirations of Northbrook. Residents and their families appreciate the long-term relationships they've built with caregiver ...
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Accommodating and clean living spaces. Residents at Brookdale Glen Ellyn, The Oaks At Elevate Care, and The Grand at Twin Lakes mention the cleanliness and spaciousness of their living quarters. Some communities have undergone recent renovations, offering updated interiors and amenities.
Accessibility and transport services for residents. Mobility is a concern for many seniors, and communities like Elison of Niles, Concord Place, and Senior Suites of Jefferson Park offer convenient transportation options, making it easier for residents to attend doctor appointments, go shopping, and enjoy outings.
Amenities that cater to individual interests. Residents at Summit of Uptown, Elison of Niles, and Asbury Court Senior Living Community share appreciation for the specific amenities in their communities, such as libraries, fitness centers, and gardening areas, which cater to their individual hobbies and interests.
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Des Plaines independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Des Plaines independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Des Plaines, 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 Des Plaines 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 Des Plaines partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Des Plaines, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.5%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.8%
35.8%
No sugar
No sugar
33.9%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.7%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.1%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Des Plaines 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 Des Plaines communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Des Plaines, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.7%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.3%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
34.2%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.8%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Des Plaines 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 Des Plaines offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Des Plaines, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.8%
46.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.9%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.8%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.5%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.8%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.2%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.6%
43.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.6%
48.4%
Live performances
Live performances
47.7%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
31.8%
34.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
36.3%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.3%
47.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Discovery Village Des Plaines, The Oaks At Elevate Care and Alden Courts and Gardens of Des Plaines are the top-rated independent living facilities near Des Plaines, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 570 independent living facilities near Des Plaines, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Des Plaines, Illinois are Discovery Village Des Plaines, Brookdale Glen Ellyn and Huntley Springs Retirement Resort. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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