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The cost of independent living in Lake Barrington is about $6,949 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 32 options. Read 1256 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Photo of Eden Vista Barrington
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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28 reviews
9.0
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28 reviews
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When we arrived we were located in a small unit. My wife required extra care so another bed was required. They moved us into a larger unit for NO additional charge! They acquired a bed for my wife which she...
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.
Eden Vista Barrington is an intimate residence devoted to caring for those needing assisted living and nurturing those with memory loss or Alzheimer's disease. Call today to schedule a visit, we look forward to you meeting our staff and residents!
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Photo of Lake Barrington Woods
2020 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.9
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48 reviews
8.9
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48 reviews
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My parents have been at LBW for about two months and it’s going really well! Not only is it peace of mind for me with their safety, but they don’t have a house to take care of anymore. It was such a burden-...
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.
Celebrate the freedom, embrace the lifestyle, indulge in the service and cherish each moment of your day. Lake Barrington Woods offers exceptional retirement living with endless opportunities. The essence of our independent lifestyle will come from the serene setting. Beautifully landscaped areas...
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1717 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
8.7
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75 reviews
8.7
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75 reviews
5 star
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Staff works hard to maintain interesting variety of activities. Also very communicative with residents through use of floor meetings and town halls and newsletters.
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.
Purposefully designed to offer the benefits of a simpler, more flexible lifestyle, Deer Park Village is a new senior living community for active older adults. Located in a scenic setting near Deer Grove Forest Preserve, this thoughtfully designed residence offers discreet, 24-hour assistance with...
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1818 Photos available
8.0
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12 reviews
8.0
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12 reviews
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They have been phenomenal. If we could give the friendliness of the staff a 10 we would. Like, seriously, the people are so nice, friendly, kind and patient. They made my mom and dad feel so welcomed in a...
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 Garlands is a unique community for people ages 55 and older that offers residents an uncompromising lifestyle in a resort setting with unprecedented amenities and services. The Garlands homes offer superb construction, thoughtful interior design and the finest quality. They feature large and...
Photo of Encore Village of Schaumburg, a CCRC
2020 Photos available
9.9
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53 reviews
9.9
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53 reviews
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Everyone is exceptionally helpful and friendly and caring. This is the best place ever!!! Any one would be blessed to be able to have their family stay at encore. I am so lucky we found it. It had...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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2020 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
9.9
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284 reviews
9.9
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284 reviews
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Clarendale is absolutely beautiful and has tons to offer. They do a great job with social events and activities. The staff is extremely friendly and they're always asking for feedback on how to...
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.
At Clarendale of Algonquin, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. Indoor and Outdoor parking available at our location. Our purpose-built community has the advantage of specialized...
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Photo of Sunrise of Crystal Lake
1515 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.9
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74 reviews
9.9
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74 reviews
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Everyone there is nice and caring. Although sometimes not all on the same page. Sometimes we get different answers from different people regarding my mother and how she is doing. The room is small but nice....
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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Photo of Huntley Springs Retirement Resort
2525 Photos available
1212 Floor plans available
9.9
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48 reviews
9.9
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48 reviews
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Keeping in mind that this is an independent retirement home. It is nicely equipped for retirement. Movie theater, exercise room, large library, general appeal is great and clean. Food service varies, great...
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.
Huntley Springs, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is NOW OPEN! We offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your retirement.Huntley Spring's top-notch, all-inclusive services and amenities includes EVERYTHING you need to live in comfort and...
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1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.8
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65 reviews
9.8
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65 reviews
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What we like the most about the community is that they are very flexible and willing to make an individual treatment plan based on the person's needs. Wonderfully and kind staff. I would send my mom back in...
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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Photo of The Cottages of Fox LakeCommunity card badge
1616 Photos available
9.8
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81 reviews
9.8
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81 reviews
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Great caregivers! Management is doing a superb job. Could have my sister in law in assisted living and brother in law in memory care at the same facility!
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 Cottages of Fox Lake - A Charter Senior Living Community - is a unique, retirement lifestyle which opened in 2005. Located on a beautiful campus, each of the four assisted living homes caters to only 16 residents. Our residents can feel the warmth of home and experience individualized...
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Photo of Cedar Lake Assisted Living and Memory CareCommunity card badge
99 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.7
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91 reviews
9.7
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91 reviews
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Cedar Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care is by far the only place for my Mom or your parent. As soon as we entered, we were warmly greeted and began our tour. The apartments are spacious and comfortable....
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.
Cedar Lake Assisted Living & Memory Care is the premier assisted living community located in southwestern Lake County approximately 37 miles from downtown Chicago. We offer Assisted Living, Transitional Memory Care, and Dementia/Memory Care. Cedar Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care will put...
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44 Photos available
9.7
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14 reviews
9.7
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14 reviews
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5 on everything Melody Living is amazing!! The staff are wonderful The facility is brand new and gorgeous We are extremely happy with them and my mom loves living there Very helpful and friendly They go out...
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.
Melody Living Independent Living in Lake in the Hills offers a robust, active senior (62+) community with luxury independent living community features and amenities, leading edge senior fitness and wellness programs, low-maintenance living, lifestyle conveniences, social programs, exquisite...
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3131 Photos available
9.7
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35 reviews
9.7
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35 reviews
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mom got a fair sized cut on her leg and nobody seems to know how she got it. have not tried the activities but looks fine. Staff is friendly, they always greet you. They learn who belongs to you very...
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.
OPENING IN SPRING 2020!We’d love to show you what a Life in Harmony is like at Melody Living’s Lake in the Hills community by inviting you to schedule a private tour of our assisted living and memory support neighborhoods! Discover our commitment to care, warm and welcoming hospitality, explore...
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Photo of Three Oaks Assisted Living and Memory Care
1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.6
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78 reviews
9.6
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78 reviews
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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.
Three Oaks is the premier assisted living community in Cary, Illinois just north of the Fox River. We offer Assisted Living and Dementia/Memory Care. This newly built retirement community will begin welcoming residents in Spring 2012.We know how difficult change can be, especially for seniors, so...
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Photo of Grand Victorian of Crystal Lake
1616 Photos available
9.1
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99 reviews
9.1
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99 reviews
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We chose Grand Victoria because of all these things. Unfortunately, my mom ended up in their Memory Care unit after developing dementia. Her care there was wonderful, & the hospice staff from Journey Care...
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 Fountains at Crystal Lake Over twenty years of experience have taught us that today's seniors want more choices and are leading a more active lifestyle than generations before. That's why at Fountains a Crystal Lake we created an Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care...
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1010 Photos available
9.1
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52 reviews
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52 reviews
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It's very light and bright and all the apartments have a small patio or balcony. My mom is moving there so yes 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.
Ciel of Long Grove is a highly rated, pet-friendly assisted living and memory care community for seniors in the greater Chicago area. Our trained caregivers have experience working with seniors who need varying levels of care. They are always available to offer friendly, personalized services...
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Photo of The Oaks at Algonquin
1212 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.0
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51 reviews
9.0
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51 reviews
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I've been here nearly eight months in independent living. I have a one bedroom + den with a full kitchen, bath, and my own laundry facilities. If anything is not working, the maintenance staff is right...
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.
Located in Algonquin, Illinois, this senior living community is close enough to the city to indulge in the urban lifestyle while still living in a quiet village. Make a day of it by walking the shoreline of Lake Michigan, or get takeout from your favorite downtown pizza spot. But there’s no need...
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9.0
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37 reviews
9.0
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37 reviews
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We would give a 4.7 straight through. There is no perfect place. Well I think the staff are very nice and professional. It gives us a peace of mind knowing that our loved one is in good hands
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
New Perspective Long Grove is a vibrant community with plenty to offer. Residents can be found soaking up the sun on the spacious patio, enjoying made-from-scratch meals in our dining room, or meeting friends for coffee at the cafe.We believe older adults deserve to live joyfully, affordably, and...
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1313 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.9
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92 reviews
8.9
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92 reviews
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They are upfront about level of care and the options for Ala Carte. So it's base level assistance which was perfect for my brother. They are super friendly and helpful. My brother could have used a few more...
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.
Solstice Senior Living at Palatine is situated in the heart of downtown Palatine, where our residents enjoy easy access to adventure, entertainment and community – all less than an hour from the excitement of Chicago. Family members and caregivers find comfort in the availability of on-site...
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8.7
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You can use my name and post the review. It is the best place to make your loved one feel safe and comfortable just like home. The staff inspires confidence, creativity and love of self and others. Mom went...
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 Woodlands at Canterfield is managed by Franciscan Advisory Services, Inc., a division of Franciscan Ministries, sponsored by the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago, a Midwest leader in senior living market.The Woodlands at Canterfield has been open since August of 2023. Located in charming...
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55 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
8.4
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The place is very clean and bright. The CNAs are super kind, they seem like they really care about my dad and the residents. Sometimes there's a bit of a wait though when you buzz for someone, but that's to...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Dedicated to Good LivingPathway to Living’s longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Azpira Place of Lake Zurich community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one....
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8.1
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The caregivers were wonderful, my dad enjoyed the dining. A wide variety of activities were offered, and they always had time to answer my questions. When hospice care was required they were very helpful.
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.
There's a reason Bickford stands out in the world of senior living. Our focus? Ensuring your loved one feels at home, with delicious meals straight from our scratch kitchen, a roster of engaging activities, and the constant company of our devoted caregivers. But that's not all. Our HigherPath...
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31 reviews
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I don't have any negative feedback whatsoever . The facility has been a good fit for my mother in law. As I have recently toured facilities for my mother, I've noticed some are newer, brighter, and have...
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.
Part of the magic of retirement is that it's time to relax and enjoy all you've worked for through the years. It's time to dream. Time to socialize. Time to take up a new hobby. Because we are a rental community, there is no long term financial commitment or ownership through an endowment fee....
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Like most people in this situation, this was a difficult situation for our family. The people at Shepherd Premier eased our concerns immediately. We went from terrified to excited about my dad moving in. He...
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.
Shepherd Premier Living Crystal Lake II offers assisted living and memory care to seniors and their families in and around Crystal Lake, Illinois. In the quiet rolling green fields and white picket fences of Crystal Lake, it’s easy to forget that this is a suburb of Chicago. But if residents or...
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7.5
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55 reviews
7.5
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55 reviews
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We love the placed. We're surrounded by trees we see all kind of animals , deer,cranes,and others. Here we have occasional entertainment. And many other activities. And the people here staff and those 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.
The Courtyard at McHenry is an Independent, Assisted Living Campus with Memory Care located on 13 acres of gorgeous wooded property in the Heart of the Fox River Valley in McHenry, IL. With a quaint downtown district that offers historic buildings and specialty shopping, along with a variety of...
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Cost of independent living in Lake Barrington, IL

The average cost of senior living in Lake Barrington is $6,949 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Crystal Lake, IL with an average of $4,676 per month.

Independent living costs in Lake Barrington, IL, vs. nearby cities

Lake Barrington, IL
$6,949/mo

Independent living costs in Lake Barrington, IL, vs. state and national averages

Lake Barrington, IL
$6,949/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Lake Barrington, IL, vs. other senior living options

$6,362/mo
Independent Living
$6,949/mo

Independent living costs in Lake Barrington, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,486/mo
Studio
$5,545/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,653/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,432/mo

Senior living costs in Lake Barrington 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: Lake Barrington, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLake Barrington, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$6,949/mo$4,453/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$6,327/mo$5,370/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$6,362/mo$5,390/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Lake Barrington, IL:$6,949/mo
Illinois:$4,453/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Lake Barrington, IL:$6,327/mo
Illinois:$5,370/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Lake Barrington, IL:$6,362/mo
Illinois:$5,390/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Lake Barrington, IL, over time

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

Lake Barrington, ILIL stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Lake Barrington, IL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lake Barrington 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
Lake Barrington, IL$2,962/mo$2,721/mo+8.9%
Illinois$3,094/mo$3,076/mo+0.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Lake Barrington, IL
2024 average cost:$2,962/mo
2023 average cost:$2,721/mo
Percent change:+8.9%
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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What families are saying about independent living in Lake Barrington

Recent reviews for independent living in Lake Barrington

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.

Lakeland Apartments in Fox Lake, IL

5.0
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

Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Numerous reviews highlight the friendly and inviting atmosphere at the communities, with residents enjoying getting to know each other and forming new friendships. At Solstice at Palatine, the staff go above and beyond to help new residents settle in, while at Melody Living Independent Living ...
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Great selection of engaging activities. Activities are a key feature in many reviews, with residents praising the wide range of options available to them. At Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, the activities team offers everything from games and crafts to outings and entertainment, allowing residents to find something that suits the ...
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Delicious and varied meal options. The quality of the food is a common theme in the reviews, with residents expressing their satisfaction with the taste and selection of meals. At Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, the meals are a standout feature, with many residents commenting on the restaurant-quality dishes and the attentio ...
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Top-notch, caring staff. The staff are frequently mentioned as being a highlight of the communities, with many reviews expressing gratitude for their compassionate care and dedication to the residents' well-being. At Clarendale of Algonquin, the staff members are described as genuinely caring, taking the time to under ...
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Beautifully maintained facilities. The cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities are consistently mentioned as being a major draw for residents. At The Oaks at Algonquin, the facility is described as practically brand new, with modern and well-maintained common areas. The residents of Solstice at Palatine take pride in the com ...
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Supportive and inclusive environment. The sense of community and inclusivity is a common thread in the reviews, with many residents expressing their appreciation for the supportive environment that helps them feel valued and connected. At Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, the staff go out of their way to make sure each resident f ...
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Lake Barrington independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake Barrington independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake Barrington, 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 Lake Barrington 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 Lake Barrington partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lake Barrington, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
48.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
54.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
51.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
51.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
29%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake Barrington 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 Lake Barrington communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lake Barrington, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
61.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
54.8%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
29%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake Barrington 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 Lake Barrington offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lake Barrington, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
64.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
45.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
58.1%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
67.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
61.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.4%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
54.8%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
61.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
61.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
54.8%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
51.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
61.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Eden Vista Barrington, Lake Barrington Woods and Deer Park Village are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lake Barrington, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 32 independent living facilities near Lake Barrington, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Lake Barrington, Illinois are Inspirations of Northbrook, Galloway Senior Living and Discovery Village Des Plaines. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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