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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Melrose Park, IL
The cost of independent living in Melrose Park is about $4,979 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 97 options. Read 2117 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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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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.
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.
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.
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, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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.
Belmont Place Senior Apartments has been designed to address the social and economic needs of senior residents age 55 and older. The building is located within the near northwest side of Chicago. Easy accessibility to bus lines and grocery store across the street. There are banks and restaurants...
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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: 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: 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.
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: 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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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 Chicago is an affordable assisted living community exclusively designed for low income seniors 65 or older. Fully certified by the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Living, Heritage Woods is located on the west side of Chicago. Heritage Woods is a lovely place to call...
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This is a nice place to live. It is secure. I like my apartment. I enjoy the security of the building. The staff is nice to deal with. There are a lot of activities for the residents to choose...
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.
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.
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: 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: 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: 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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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.
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.
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.
DISCOVER VILLAGE GROVE APARTMENTS! One of Elk Grove Village's finest locations...steps from library, grocery store, drugstore, within 6 blocks of hospital and all of the amenities and charm of Elk Grove Village. Mature adults, 55 and older can enjoy the best of both worlds: the...
Cost of independent living in Melrose Park, IL
The average cost of senior living in Melrose Park is $4,979 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Elmwood Park, IL with an average of $4,218 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Melrose Park, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Melrose Park, IL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Melrose Park
Recent reviews for independent living in Melrose Park
Cantata Adult Life Services a CCRC in Brookfield, IL
4.8
I recommend Cantata because they have a robust rehab gym staffed with professionals in physical therapy, occupational therapy, balance, speech/memory therapy. It is located on a quiet tree lined landscaped campus with onsite Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing and Independent Living. The staff ...
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Church Creek in Arlington Heights, IL
5.0
I thought C.C. Was so impressive all had to convince my sister it was perfect for her, she enjoyed the facility the faculty were exceptional especially [name removed] ,she enjoyed the interaction with the other seniors there, the place was spotless like ate there with my sister and enjoyed the ...
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StoryPoint Bolingbrook
5.0
I am going to say 5 to all the questions. It was a little expensive but well worth it they took very good care of my dad the nurses were excellent and very professional they have a room in the back for family meals the chef prepared a wonderful meal for me I am a vegetarian my dad loved the ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Beautifully maintained facilities and grounds. Many reviews praise the cleanliness and upkeep of various communities, with several mentioning well-maintained facilities and gardens. At Ascension Living Casa Scalabrini Village, the scenic views and meticulously cared for grounds make for an enjoyable living experience.
Thoughtfully designed apartments with ample space. Several residents express appreciation for the spacious and thoughtfully designed apartments at their community, like Brookdale Northbrook, which offer plenty of room for personal belongings and a comfortable living space.
Quality dining experiences with accommodating staff. Throughout reviews, the high-quality dining experiences and accommodating staff at various communities stand out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction. At Senior Suites Ravenswood Manor, the staff takes residents' dietary restrictions into consideration and caters to their indiv ...
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A wide range of engaging activities. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of specialized activities offered in communities. For example, at The Radcliff, staff members organize weekly cooking classes and monthly movie nights, providing opportunities for socialization and learning.
Welcoming, helpful, and caring community staff. Reviews consistently mention the kindness and compassion of community staff members, who go above and beyond to ensure residents feel welcome and supported. At Oak Park Arms Retirement Community, staff members have even been described as 'family.'
Secure and safe living environments. Residents value the sense of security and safety provided by their communities, allowing them to live independently and confidently. At Senior Suites of Austin, residents feel reassured by the community's security measures, including 24/7 staff presence and camera systems.
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Melrose Park independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Melrose Park independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Melrose Park, 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 Melrose Park 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 Melrose Park 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
30.9%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.1%
33%
No sugar
No sugar
33%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.4%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Melrose Park 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 Melrose Park communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
37.1%
35.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.3%
42%
Room service
Room service
35.1%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.3%
16.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Melrose Park 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 Melrose Park offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
47.4%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34%
27.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.1%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.6%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.5%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.8%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.2%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.2%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.4%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.5%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
47.4%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
32%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.3%
38.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.4%
45.6%
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