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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Marengo, IL

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The cost of independent living in Marengo is about $3,395 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 479 options.

Read 11835 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance. You may also consider nearby communities such as Crystal Lake, Rockford and Elgin.

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Everything is very good. Maintenance is great. Apartment size is small and the layout wasn't like the paper that was given. So furniture was bought for the layout but fortunately I could make it work....
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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.
Welcome to Lakewood Tower Apartments where you will find a beautiful new apartment home for active adults 62 and better, at an affordable price. We offer senior living at its best; where our residents come first!Beautiful Lake Villa is the perfect location for your new apartment home. We are just...
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I have found Bickford a beautiful place fur respite and healing. The facility is well laid out and homey. After my injury I needed more time to recover. Bickford provided that. Thank you to the staff. Yuri...
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.
Bickford isn’t just another senior living community. Our caregiver family is committed to ensuring that every resident lives their most fulfilling life. Here, your loved one will savor meals made from scratch, always have a dedicated caregiver by their side, and enjoy a vibrant social calendar. A...
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My mother has moved into The Point at Eastgate. Our overall experience I would say is good. The staff is very nice. They have abundant activities. The cleanliness of the building and rooms are excellent. The...
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.
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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This was a great place for my mom to call home for a year and a half. She was safe and comfortable and made many friends. My mom had All Life Solution services provided and the nurses who managed the...
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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.
For over 40 years, Independence Village has been more than just a place to live — it’s been a place to belong. As a family-owned and operated community, we’ve dedicated ourselves to making the senior years not only comfortable, but truly meaningful. Every decision we make is driven by compassion,...
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I ended up going with Cedarhurst for my sister. It is very expensive but was one of two places that were nice, not dirty and didn't treat their "memory care patients " as second class citizens. My sister...
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.
At Cedarhurst of Yorkville, it’s our mission to tailor senior living to you so you can feel loved, valued, and supported each and every day. Our senior living community in Yorkville, Illinois, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living and memory care...
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Love my studio apartment. Love the staff and the amenities My only complaint is, I wish they were a bit more selective when renting. We have some shady tenants. Some that should be in "care" facilities.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Imagine being able to live in a beautiful building, in a community of friends, receive monthly housekeeping services and benefit from specially designed safety features - all for one low affordable monthly rate and in the Chicago neighborhood you've called home for most of your life. As a...
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What we like the most about the community is that it is a very pretty community and most importantly is the staff is wonderful, very helpful, friendly, and keeps me relatively calm during my aunt's stressful...
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.
The Grand Victorian of Rockford is located in an all-American city of 150,000 with all the attractions and services of a large metropolis but with the pace and lifestyle of a smaller town. Nicknamed 'The Forest City,' Rockford is a city of tree-lined streets and quiet, friendly neighborhoods. The...
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While Amazing Grace isn't as flashy looking as some of the facilities I looked at it is so comfortable and welcoming. Mom's 1 bedroom apartment is exactly the right size with great closets. All of the staff...
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.
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Amazing experience thanks for all the help
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.
**Income Restricted Senior Community**We have available 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartment Homes. Maintenance Free!Friendly staff and management.
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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.
Located in a quiet residential neighborhood in Harvard, IL, Sunset Senior Apartments offers 24 apartments designed for individuals 62 and better or who are disabled. Rental assistance is offered to residents in 20 of the 24 apartments. Full of quaint small-town appeal, Harvard is small enough to...
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The staff has been fantastic since my grandmother moved in six months ago. The building is beautiful and well kept. As difficult as this process has been, this part of it has been very pleasant. I'm happy if...
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.
This 160 year old, 7,700 square foot Victorian home is one of the oldest buildings in Harvard, and after a beautiful renovation by the Shepherd team it now houses area seniors with Shepherd's award-winning care team.At Shepherd Premier Assisted Living of Harvard your loved one will receive 24...
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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
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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.
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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Heritage Woods of Rockford has made the transition as smooth and painless as possible. My mother was a little hesitant and they did everything they could to ensure the transition went smoothly. They made...
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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.
Heritage Woods offers an Assisted Living Lifestyle for seniors over age 65. Newly opened in 2008, this gracious community offers beautifully decorated common areas such as Library, Private Dining Room, Lobby, TV Lounge, and Fitness Room & Patio. Nestled against a creek and tree line we are...
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We are happy that our in-laws are happy at Heritage Woods because that was a big concern for us. The are starting to make friends and join in all the activities which helps get them out of their room. They...
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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.
Heritage Woods of McHenry opened July 2008 in McHenry — the Heart of the Fox River. Our 100 apartment certified IL Supportive Living Community is managed by BMA Management, Ltd. The emphasis is on operating communities for those over 65 years of age that are warm and welcoming as well as...
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I would recommend it. The staff is helpful. Overall, it's a nice place. Safe, activities, nice people. We picked this community, because of the price, atmosphere, size of the unit, and 24 hour staff.
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.
Peterson Meadows is an independent living community that is located in Rockford, IL. This community provides seniors with a great place to live in a location that offers much to do and see. Rockford is a part of Winnebago County, and it provides opportunities to get out and have fun. Residents of...
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My mom is currently a resident at Riverside Residence and everything has been very good. I would recommend this facility to others. We have been very happy with them and mom has been, too!
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.
WHAT WE ARE AND WHAT WE DORIVERSIDE RESIDENCE is an Independent Senior Living Community located in downtown McHenry amidst restaurants, bar, coffee shops and retail. The Fox River is our neighbor with its joyful boating life. RIVERSIDE RESIDENCE is “Senior Living at its Very Best”, a haven of...
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I am very pleased with the way they have helped and continue to help my mom
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.
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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.
Inspiration Ministries is an assisted living community for people with disability. Located in Walworth, WI, the village of Walworth is in Walworth County and home to about 2,800 people. Walworth is a small town that's on Lake Geneva with 40-acres of beautiful trails and paths. Residents can go...
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There have been a few things that needed to be addressed, but The Grand Regency is receptive and responsive to concerns. I believe there's an adjustment period with any long term facility, where they need...
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 Apartments Designed to provide a secure and comfortable environment, the spacious studio apartments feel like home. Features include efficient kitchenettes with waist-height refrigerators/freezers and microwaves, full bathrooms, handicap accessible with individual showers. Furnishings are...
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They have had problems keeping a decent cook, so meals are not the best some days. Although the facility is nice, many of the apartments lack outside facing windows, which really impacts their mental health...
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.
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They are very willing to make changes to care when requested or as necessary. Their activities person, [name removed], is very creative at coming up with ideas for keeping everyone active, especially for the...
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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.
Wesley Willows, a not-for-profit organization, has been making a difference in the lives of seniors since 1966. The Rockford area's premier continuing-care retirement community, Wesley Willows, offers a full continuum of housing and services on one campus — duplex homes, independent living...
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We chose Alden Horizon because the friendliness of the people and the value for the money. The apartments are good size, we have a 1 bedroom and it is perfect for what we need. They do have full kitchens 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.
Barrington Horizon is located in Barrington, IL. Barrington is a part of Cook County, and it provides great entertainment options and attractions. Residents and their guests enjoy checking out The Catlow Theater, as well as the areas golf courses and inns. This beautiful area is a great place to...
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Willowick has a wonderful nurse! [name removed] really cares about the residents and shares things with the families. Especially during Covid-19, when our visits are limited, it's so nice to have someone...
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.
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This is a wonderful care home and we are very pleased with all they have done for us. The home is very well maintained, they keep her room and the home very nice and clean. The cook here is amazing, we know...
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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.
Welcome to Willowick - A vibrant, new assisted living community nestled in the charming town of Clinton, Wisconsin The team at Willowick is dedicated to fulfilling what we like to call 'Everyday Wows.' An everyday wow is that extra something special. Though it is not clearly defined through...
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Victory Centre of Bartlett has been amazing. The care that our mother is receiving is more than we could ask for. Everyone that we've worked with has been very kind and compassionate. They really made this...
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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 Bartlett 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...

Cost of independent living in Marengo, IL

The average cost of senior living in Marengo is $3,395 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Union, IL with an average of $3,395 per month.

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

Marengo, IL
$3,395/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Marengo, IL, vs. other senior living options

$7,913/mo
Independent Living
$3,395/mo

Independent living costs in Marengo, IL, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,834/mo
1 Bedroom
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2 Bedroom
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Senior living costs in Marengo 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: Marengo, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMarengo, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,395/mo$3,342/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$6,613/mo$6,329/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,913/mo$7,681/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Marengo, IL:$3,395/mo
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Marengo, IL:$6,613/mo
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Marengo, IL:$7,913/mo
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Marengo, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Marengo 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 average 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
Marengo, IL$3,249/mo$3,092/mo+5.1%
Illinois$3,221/mo$3,061/mo+5.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Marengo, IL
2024 average cost:$3,249/mo
2023 average cost:$3,092/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$3,221/mo
2023 average cost:$3,061/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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

What families are saying about independent living in Marengo

Recent reviews for independent living in Marengo

Liberty Village in Elmhurst, IL

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I could not be happier with the Liberty Village community is every regard. [name removed] and [name removed] has been amazing and I am very happy that my father is there. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.

Shepherd Premier Assisted Living of Harvard

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

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

Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. Many reviews praise the friendly and inviting nature of the communities, with residents and staff creating a welcoming and happy environment. At Clarendale of Algonquin, new residents and their families were greeted with open arms by staff and residents alike, leading to a strong sense of comm ...
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Delicious and varied meal options. The quality of meals was a common theme among reviews, with residents expressing their satisfaction with the food offerings at various communities. At The Oaks at Algonquin, the food was described as 'really great', while at Melody Living Independent Living, the chef accommodates individual ...
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Helpful and attentive staff. Staff at several communities were commended for their kindness, friendliness, and helpfulness. At Clarendale of Algonquin, staff were praised for knowing residents' names and consistently offering assistance, while at The Oaks at Algonquin, staff went the extra mile to ensure mom's needs wer ...
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Variety of engaging activities. Communities offered a range of activities tailored to residents' interests. At Clarendale of Algonquin, residents could participate in fitness classes, card games, and movie nights, while at Melody Living Independent Living, residents enjoyed activities like poker and Wii bowling leagues.At ...
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Well-maintained and clean facilities. Cleanliness and upkeep were consistently mentioned as a top priority in reviews. At Clarendale of Algonquin, housekeeping staff maintained apartments and common areas, while at Melody Living Independent Living, the community was described as 'beautiful' and 'well kept up'.At Huntley Springs ...
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Supportive and inclusive community for pets. Some reviews mentioned the pet-friendly environment at certain communities, which allowed residents to bring their furry companions along. At The Oaks at Algonquin, residents spoke highly of the staff's love for their pets and the community's welcoming attitude towards animalsAt Melody Living ...
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Marengo independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Marengo independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Marengo, 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 Marengo 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 Marengo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Marengo, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.2%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.4%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
34.4%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.5%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.5%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Marengo 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 Marengo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Marengo, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.4%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
35.3%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.7%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Marengo 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 Marengo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Marengo, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.3%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.6%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.1%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.9%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.2%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.7%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.5%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.1%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
48%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
30.1%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.3%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.8%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, Discovery Village Des Plaines and Sedgebrook, a CCRC are the top-rated independent living facilities near Marengo, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 479 independent living facilities near Marengo, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Marengo, Illinois are Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, Discovery Village Des Plaines and Clarendale of Algonquin. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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