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The cost of independent living in Highland Hills is about $5,909 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 80 options. Read 2593 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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We chose La Grange Pointe because it is more of an apartment complex facility but has special services for seniors so it doesn't feel like you are going into a nursing home. The apartment sizes are really...
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.
Nestled in the heart of downtown La Grange, Illinois, LaGrange Pointe is the very best in Senior Living!LaGrange Pointe is a unique living experience geared for independent seniors who value their freedom of choice.A unique concept in senior living, LaGrange is an upscale retirement community...
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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.
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 clean, friendly environment. The apartments are very good and brand new. I wouldn't say it's a true senior living community though. I was surprised to find that there are children there and a whole...
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.
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The staff here is friendly and caring. The building is always neat and clean. The atmosphere is pleasant. Things are going just fine so far and I do not have any complaints about Heritage Woods.
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.
At Heritage Woods of Bolingbrook, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Our property is conveniently located near accessible public transportation. Free resident parking available at...
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The lady they had taking care of our loved one, [name removed] was the best. She stayed with him and provided him with amazing care. [name removed] who runs the facility was amazing too. We would recommend...
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.
Golden Years Retirement Home is an independent living community located in the beautiful village of Lyons, Cook County, Illinois, just 14 miles from the City of Chicago. Our vibrant community is located near the great Des Plain-es River and the historic Cream City Amusement Park both of which are...
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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 are very happy with Wyndemere. Very clean facility. Staff is professional and helpful. Always an activity available if the resident wants to stay active. The food is good.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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I understand my mother can be difficult. Although the staff was helpful, there were times when they acted as if they were doing me a favor.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
Liberty Village, a 104 unit, three story, senior residential community has been designed to provide a new lifestyle alternative that will allow residents to enjoy their retirement years. With active social lives in mind, Liberty Village is elegantly decorated common areas offer ideal settings for...
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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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Windsor Park Rehab is the best facility by far, staff is so genuinely caring and their team is always available to speak to family at all times, always keeping you updated on your loved ones. Will highly...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
A nationally accredited lifecare retirement community set on an impeccably manicured 60-acre campus, Windsor Park Manor offers the tranquility and charm of a country home. We offer the largest variety of retirement lifestyles and services in Chicago’s western suburbs— a residential style for...
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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: 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.
Carmelite Carefree Village is a retirement residence for men, women and married couples of all faiths and races who are capable of independent living. However, our residents also have access to supportive services for various personal needs. Carefree has 96 motel-style rooms, each with a...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Avenida Naperville offers a fresh new approach to active living for adults 62 and better. Located just minutes away from the quaint, picturesque charm of Downtown Naperville and all your favorite conveniences, Avenida Naperville is a place to re-imagine the future while maintaining the comforts...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Bloomingdale Horizon Independent Living for Seniors...a social life in full swing. There's a sing-along in the game room...a barbecue on the patio...an easy chair in the library calling your name.  At Bloomingdale Horizon, it's how we celebrate the fine art of living!  Here you can...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Highland Hills, IL

The average cost of senior living in Highland Hills is $5,909 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Addison, IL with an average of $5,360 per month.

Independent living costs in Highland Hills, IL, vs. nearby cities

Highland Hills, IL
$5,909/mo
$5,941/mo

Independent living costs in Highland Hills, IL, vs. state and national averages

Highland Hills, IL
$5,909/mo
U.S. national average
$4,162/mo

Independent living costs in Highland Hills, IL, vs. other senior living options

$6,074/mo
Independent Living
$5,909/mo

Independent living costs in Highland Hills, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,533/mo
Studio
$5,961/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,007/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,626/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$6,145/mo

Senior living costs in Highland Hills 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: Highland Hills, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHighland Hills, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$5,909/mo$4,462/mo$4,162/mo
Assisted Living$6,048/mo$5,383/mo$4,705/mo
Memory Care$6,074/mo$5,403/mo$4,956/mo
Independent Living
Highland Hills, IL:$5,909/mo
Illinois:$4,462/mo
U.S.:$4,162/mo
Assisted Living
Highland Hills, IL:$6,048/mo
Illinois:$5,383/mo
U.S.:$4,705/mo
Memory Care
Highland Hills, IL:$6,074/mo
Illinois:$5,403/mo
U.S.:$4,956/mo
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Independent living costs in Highland Hills, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Highland Hills 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
Highland Hills, IL$2,794/mo$2,951/mo-5.3%
Illinois$3,094/mo$3,076/mo+0.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Highland Hills, IL
2024 average cost:$2,794/mo
2023 average cost:$2,951/mo
Percent change:-5.3%
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 Highland Hills

Recent reviews for independent living in Highland Hills

Silver Glen Senior Living in South Elgin, IL

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

Friendly and accommodating staff. Many reviews mention the kind and accommodating nature of the staff at their community. At Discovery Village Des Plaines, the staff goes above and beyond to make residents feel welcome and support them in their daily lives. Residents of Burr Ridge Senior Living appreciate the personal touch ...
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Variety of activities for different interests. Residents find joy in the wide range of activities offered at their communities. For example, at Brookdale Glen Ellyn, there are daily exercise classes, social events, and opportunities for volunteering and community service. At The Sheridan at Oak Brook, residents participate in crafting, m ...
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Well-maintained living spaces and grounds. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the community, whether it's for the private rooms or group areas. At Concord Place, the renovated patio and dining room are appreciated by residents, while those at Lexington Square Lombard a CCRC mention the beautifully landscaped ga ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Ascension Living Casa Scalabrini Village, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, so residents look forward to mealtimes every day.
Thoughtful and supportive community environment. Reviews often highlight the sense of camaraderie and community at their senior living facility. At Burr Ridge Senior Living, residents appreciate the friendly atmosphere and how everyone looks out for each other. At Concord Place, the staff and residents go out of their way to make new resid ...
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Access to local amenities and transportation. Several communities offer convenient access to nearby amenities and transportation options. At Lexington Square Lombard a CCRC, residents enjoy the proximity to grocery stores, shops, and restaurants. Those at Brookdale Lisle appreciate the community's transportation services, making it easy ...
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Highland Hills independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Highland Hills independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Highland Hills, 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 Highland Hills 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 Highland Hills partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.7%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
48.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
23.7%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Highland Hills 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 Highland Hills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
48.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.9%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
52.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Highland Hills 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 Highland Hills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
51.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
65.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
56.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
63.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
39.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
51.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sunrise at Fountain Square, Lexington Square Lombard a CCRC and Lombard Place Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Highland Hills, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 80 independent living facilities near Highland Hills, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Highland Hills, 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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