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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...
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.
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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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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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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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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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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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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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.
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.
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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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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I picked this community, because it was near my home, the sales director at the time, [name removed]made me feel really comfortable with me leaving my aunt under her care, and the pricing was the most...
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.
Paul House offers our assisted living program members a central Irving Park address with a vibrant, inviting community, deep historical roots and a worry-free residential community. We have three service levels and three types of private apartments: efficiency studio, studio and one bedroom, all...
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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...
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.
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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Photo of Maywood Supportive 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.
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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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. ...
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.
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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Everyone At Bethany Retirement seems friendly and helpful. The room size and layout of the community is good. My likes the food. They have an outdoor courtyard for residents to use. My mom is happy there.
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.
Andersonville Supportive Living is a faith-based, non-profit serving the vibrant Andersonville and Ravenswood neighborhoods in Chicago for over 126 years! We were founded in the Methodist tradition; however, we are home to a variety of faiths. We are 'Called to Care' and our desire is to provide...
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After more than 5 years of involvement with the residency of a loved one at Alden Garden of DesPlaines, I consider the experience with the Alden community to be exceptional from a consumer perspective....
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.
Alden Gardens and Courts is the cozy community with a giant heart offering assisting living and memory care. Allowing adults the opportunity to feel at home, each deluxe studio apartment is equipped with Lifeline call system, microwave oven, refrigerator, individual thermostat, and spacious...
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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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It's a very nice place for my mother. Not sure if there is anything that they need to improve on from what my mom tells me. Most of the staff is very friendly and she seems to be happy there.
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.
The Highlands Assisted Living at Westminster Place is a community situated within a beautiful 40-acre campus. As a part of Presbyterian Homes' continuum of care, this assisted living community in Evanston offers levels of personalized care based on an individual’s needs. Residents of assisted...
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Dinner service at the Admiral at the Lake has successfully made it through the pandemic, staff shortages, and inflation that plague us all. Meals are nutritional and appetizing, and always include meat, fish...
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.
Step out your door to acres of beautiful parkland, the beach, and the lake’s shore. Look the other way and Chicago surrounds you – the stunning skyline, vibrant neighborhoods, and the cultural depth few other cities offer.Chicago’s oldest, nonprofit retirement living organization is introducing...
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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...
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.
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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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...
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.
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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The staff welcomed my parents and truly care about them. They are safe and supported which makes us feel comfortable with their living situation. ...
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 Asbury Court!It is our commitment to meet you at your point of need!Our Senior Living Community Provides-Independent living Assisted livingSupportive LivingMemory CareSkilled Nursing and RehabAt Asbury Court, It's about the Care.Imagine a stress free transition from Independent and...
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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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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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I am very happy and pleased with this facility so far. All of the staff members have been so helpful and very accommodating. I really like the director and she was amazing in getting my cousin set up and...
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.
The Montclare Supportive Living Community is the choice for an affordable assisted lifestyle community in the Lawndale neighborhood of Chicago. Welcome to a gracious, affordable assisted lifestyle in your community. At the Montclare, you’ll enjoy friendly neighbors to share common life...
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My loved one was previously a resident at Arbor Terrace Glenview and everything was very good. We were very pleased with the facility: the sitting rooms, common areas and open spaces for family get...
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.
Located in the Village of Glenview on the North Shore, Arbor Terrace Glenview is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being. For people living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia, Arbor Terrace Glenview a...
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My mom is a new resident and she is doing fine. She has been there for quite some time and she is all settled in. Things are going good, it is a good fit for her budget and the space around. The community is...
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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.
Drexel Horizon is located Cicero, Illinois which is a town in Cook County. This area is a serene environment that allows residents to relax and interact with each other. The community offers independent living that enables residents to enjoy a stress-free life.A live in Maintenance couple oversee...

Cost of independent living in Harwood Heights, IL

The average cost of senior living in Harwood Heights is $5,436 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Franklin Park, IL with an average of $5,317 per month.

Independent living costs in Harwood Heights, IL, vs. nearby cities

Harwood Heights, IL
$5,436/mo
$5,409/mo

Independent living costs in Harwood Heights, IL, vs. state and national averages

Harwood Heights, IL
$5,436/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Harwood Heights, IL, vs. other senior living options

$6,116/mo
Independent Living
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Independent living costs in Harwood Heights, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,541/mo
Studio
$6,055/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,383/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,652/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$7,875/mo

Senior living costs in Harwood Heights 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: Harwood Heights, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHarwood Heights, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$5,436/mo$4,453/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$6,095/mo$5,370/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,116/mo$5,390/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Harwood Heights, IL:$5,436/mo
Illinois:$4,453/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Harwood Heights, IL:$6,095/mo
Illinois:$5,370/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Harwood Heights, IL:$6,116/mo
Illinois:$5,390/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Harwood Heights, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Harwood Heights 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 Harwood Heights, IL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Harwood Heights 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Harwood Heights, IL$2,658/mo$2,737/mo-2.9%
Illinois$3,094/mo$3,076/mo+0.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Harwood Heights, IL
2024 average cost:$2,658/mo
2023 average cost:$2,737/mo
Percent change:-2.9%
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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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 Harwood Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in Harwood Heights

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.

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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Arbor Terrace Glenview

4.1
My main issues relate to money. They assessed my mother at a low level of care but then raised that within a month - even though her condition did not change. At the beginning of the calendar year, the rate for each care level increased. Then at her one year anniversary, the rent portion went ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Residents and families consistently praise the caring and attentive nature of staff members across various communities, such as at Elison of Niles, where they go above and beyond to make residents feel welcome and accommodated. Brookdale Des Plaines is another example where staff has been desc ...
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Variety of activities for residents. Communities offer an array of activities for residents to engage in, with regular outings, social events, and classes providing opportunities for continued learning and growth. For instance, at Discovery Village Des Plaines, residents enjoy activities like improv classes, presentations, and si ...
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Well-maintained facilities and apartments. Cleanliness and upkeep are top priorities at several communities. At Concord Place, the facility is maintained well, and residents appreciate the renovated patio and dining room, while at Inspirations of Northbrook, the apartments are described as 'lovely' and 'spacious'.
Supportive community environment. Several communities foster a warm and inclusive atmosphere, allowing residents to form lasting friendships and connections. For example, at Brookdale Lake View, residents comment on the 'friendly residents and staff' and 'lively community,' making it a great place to call home.
Delicious and accommodating dining experiences. Quality food and accommodating staff are hallmarks of dining experiences at various communities. At The Hallmark, for instance, dining services offer a full range of meal options, and some communities, like The Merion, even allow resident input to customize menus.
Access to convenient amenities and resources. Many communities provide residents with easy access to essential services and amenities, such as grocery stores, libraries, and medical centers. For example, at Brookdale Glen Ellyn, the community's proximity to these resources is a significant advantage, making daily life more convenient for ...
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Harwood Heights independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Harwood Heights independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Harwood Heights, 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 Harwood Heights 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 Harwood Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Harwood Heights, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
31.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.2%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Harwood Heights 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 Harwood Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Harwood Heights, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
32.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Harwood Heights 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 Harwood Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Harwood Heights, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.8%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
44%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
31.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Inspirations of Northbrook, Discovery Village Des Plaines and Brookdale Glen Ellyn are the top-rated independent living facilities near Harwood Heights, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 145 independent living facilities near Harwood Heights, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Harwood Heights, 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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