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Photo of Inspirations of Northbrook
77 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
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The move in process was pretty disorganized (took 2 weeks to turn on cable TV, things like that) but the facility and care/dining teams are great! I would recommend to others.
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.
A Meaningful RetirementWhy would you settle for a senior living community that requires you to sacrifice your well-deserved freedom and independence in exchange for quality care? Our residents enjoy both here at our independent and assisted living community in Northbrook, Illinois. You can join...
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2020 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
9.0
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48 reviews
9.0
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48 reviews
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What we like the most about the community is the high touch care, the activities, their customize experiences to every resident, the units are very nice, and my dad loves the food.
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.
North Shore Place located in Northbrook, Cook County, Illinois provides seniors with a caring assisted living community that is supportive and safe. Our community offers its residents a peaceful place to call home. Northbrook is a great city to visit, and guests of our residents will enjoy...
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1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.9
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171 reviews
9.9
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171 reviews
5 star
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The residents and staff are very friendly and welcoming. There are many activities to participate in and my favorite are the history lectures. The lectures are very informative, and we are currently learning...
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.
It’s good to be home.Our community just outside of Chicago gives you the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with both independent living and assisted living on the same campus. With several floor plans to chose from, including studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom options, you’ll be able...
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2020 Photos available
9.9
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54 reviews
9.9
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54 reviews
5 star
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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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9.8
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24 reviews
9.8
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24 reviews
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Every time I walk through the doors of Clarendale Six Corners, I’m met with the same thing: my friends genuinely thriving. They’re more social, more engaged, and more energized than I’ve seen them in years....
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.
Clarendale Six Corners is Chicago's most anticipated senior living community now open for you to experience! On a triangular corner of Six Corners in Northwest Chicago, Illinois, you’ll discover 10 floors of casual sophistication, superb hospitality services and great amenities.You'll enjoy...
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9.8
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91 reviews
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Sunrise in Park Ridge. Wonderful facility for both independent living and memory care. Staff is very caring. .Very nice place and the staff was incredible
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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1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.6
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The facility is located on a beautiful lake that residents can view from a large patio. The library offered at the facility is very extensive and well taken care of. The apartments are modern and large....
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.
If you’re ready to trade your hedge clippers for golf clubs, our senior living community just outside of Chicago might be the right fit for you.Here you’ll have the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with both independent living and assisted living on the same campus. Trade home...
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1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.6
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67 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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1616 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.6
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87 reviews
9.6
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I think its benefits and I feel cared for. Socialization is good for me. It a really good experience. I like that doctors are on-site.
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.
Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes is a pet-friendly assisted living community located in Vernon Hills, Illinois. We are located near Big and Little Bear Lakes, both are favorite picnic destinations for our residents and their families. Our attentive staff members are available 24 hours a day to provide...
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Photo of Eden Vista Prospect Heights
1111 Photos available
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62 reviews
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People that work there are kind and caring. My Mom is in hospice with terminal cancer and they loaned her furniture for her room and waived a $[fee removed] fee that goes toward activities and such at my...
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.
Just a short drive from Chicago, Eden Vista Prospect Heights offers spacious accommodations, restaurant-style dining and activities to engage your interests and purpose. Life here means trading the chores, stress and isolation that often comes from living at home for a community full of...
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72 reviews
9.5
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72 reviews
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I really appreciate the various levels of ways they have to look out for residents and make sure they're safe. I also really love the variety of activities available for them to make friends and keep busy.
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.
Church Creek, ideal for seniors who value their independence and appreciate the good life, is an independent full-service community conveniently located next to Northwest Community Hospital. Our community features a comfortable lifestyle, superb amenities and the highest standards of hospitality...
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When we worked with [name removed] who was the director there we were able to get our questions answered. He even used to call me daily. Well the day before we moved [name removed] in to American House [name...
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.
American House Mount Prospect offers a unique lifestyle that encourages our residents to maintain their independence with the comfort of knowing a team of caring associates is always available to them. Striving to offer services that address the minds, bodies and spirits of our residents, we...
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4949 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.4
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159 reviews
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Welcome to StoryPoint Libertyville! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our senior living options include independent living, enhanced living, assisted living, memory care and respite care....
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Photo of New Perspective Long Grove
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9.4
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37 reviews
9.4
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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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Photo of Ciel of Long Grove
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I give 5's across the board. They run a wonderful, caring, clean, supportive, professional program and my dad is thriving there. We would definitely recommend this community to other families based on 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.
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 Montclair Assisted Living and Memory Care
66 Photos available
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What we like the most about the Montclair Assisted Living and Memory Care community is the friendly staff who are dedicated to the residents and their families. The food is not always hot when delivered to...
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.
Welcome to Montclair, a premier senior living community located in Morton Grove, IL. We specialize in providing exceptional care, upscale amenities, and comfortable accommodations for older adults seeking a high-quality lifestyle during their retirement years. Conveniently situated at 5520...
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9.3
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54 reviews
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Staff and caregivers are so helpful and supportive. [community removed] stall and caregivers were major disappointments. I would recommend Summit to family and friends.
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.
Summit of Uptown is located in the heart of Park Ridge and offers independent living, assisted living and memory care. Our community features spacious studio, one bedroom and two bedroom apartments within an active lifestyle community.We offer onsite daily activities focused on building deep...
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From the staff, to the nurses, caregivers/PALs, and foodservice crew, everyone is friendly and professional. BV is very client focused, attentive, and thorough. There's peace of mind knowing that my Mom...
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.
Belmont Village of Glenview, Illinois is situated in the heart of a beautiful residential area. Our community is convenient to Old Orchard, the botanical gardens and many places of worship. There are also major medical centers and hospitals in close to the facility, including the new Glenview...
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88 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.1
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The staff is friendly and knowledgeable the have a great attitude and attention to detail. The experience at sunrise was great I would give them a 5
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.
Now under new management with Sunrise Senior Living as of June 2024In 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...
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I really don't have any place to compare this to. Obviously no place is perfect, but the staff and the residents are all pretty friendly. I would recommend this place.
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.
Celebrate Senior Living of Niles is a close-knit continuing care senior retirement community with independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing rehabilitation care. It is located in the Village of Niles, Cook County, Illinois, a peaceful suburb ten minutes from Chicago.As...
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2020 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.0
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[name removed] did a great job helping me hang y artwork when I moved in. He was wonderful with my dog, was quick and helpful.
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.
Resort-Style Senior Living at Its FinestYou have options for senior living in the Chicago area. But none of them look like this. We provide a resort-like environment for independent senior living and assisted living. We are known for our indoor rainforest—at more than a football field long and...
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The people are so warm and caring. I love the size too, no one is overlooked or forgotten about. Very lovely place and puts your mind at ease
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.
The Wellshire is designed for seniors that require assistance with the activities of daily living. The campus offers a continuum of care with Bella Terra nursing and rehab center connected to The Wellshire. The Wellshire was built in 2011. We are located in Morton Grove, The Wellshire is...
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9.0
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92 reviews
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92 reviews
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I like the space, the activities, and the overall cleanliness. Many residents, however, have expressed concerns about the quality of the food. The employees themselves are great and very caring....
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.
Here you'll enjoy a spacious, park-like property with beautiful brick buildings. Walking paths meander through the landscape, leading you to a small, tranquil lake. The community feels warm and welcoming with areas that are alive with activity alongside quiet neighborhoods that provide serenity...
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Staff very friendly and professional. We have used Oakton several times for my disabled brother while we were out of town. They were very accommodating to his needs. We would certainly look to Generations...
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.
Generations at Oakton offers Independent and Assisted Living at the Arms while Oakton Pavilion offers short term rehabilitation as well as long term skilled nursing care. Allowing the campus to offer a continuum of care should the need arise. All residents are able to come and go as they please,...
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66 Floor plans available
8.6
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92 reviews
8.6
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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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Cost of independent living in North Northfield, IL

The average cost of senior living in North Northfield is $5,952 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Des Plaines, IL with an average of $5,585 per month.

Independent living costs in North Northfield, IL, vs. nearby cities

North Northfield, IL
$5,952/mo
$5,906/mo
$6,038/mo

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

North Northfield, IL
$5,952/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

Independent living costs in North Northfield, IL, vs. other senior living options

$6,362/mo
Independent Living
$5,952/mo

Independent living costs in North Northfield, IL, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,624/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,623/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,451/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,928/mo

Senior living costs in North Northfield 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: North Northfield, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorth Northfield, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$5,952/mo$4,509/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$6,360/mo$5,469/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$6,362/mo$5,491/mo$5,013/mo
Independent Living
North Northfield, IL:$5,952/mo
Illinois:$4,509/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
North Northfield, IL:$6,360/mo
Illinois:$5,469/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
North Northfield, IL:$6,362/mo
Illinois:$5,491/mo
U.S.:$5,013/mo
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Independent living costs in North Northfield, IL, over time

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

North Northfield, ILIL stateNational

Independent living cost trends in North Northfield, IL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in North Northfield 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
North Northfield, IL$3,482/mo$3,213/mo+8.4%
Illinois$3,110/mo$3,072/mo+1.2%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
North Northfield, IL
2024 average cost:$3,482/mo
2023 average cost:$3,213/mo
Percent change:+8.4%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$3,110/mo
2023 average cost:$3,072/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in North Northfield

Recent reviews for independent living in North Northfield

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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Gurnee Meadows

5.0
I’m living here currently and it’s going really, really well. I’m very pleased. When I moved in, my apartment was perfect. I had new carpet and new paint and it was really a pleasure to be able to move in. I was on the waiting list for a few months but they were able to give me exactly what I ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Many reviews mention the friendly and helpful nature of the staff in various communities, such as Discovery Village Des Plaines and Discovery Village Hoffman Estates, where residents and their families express their appreciation for the long-term relationships they've built with caregivers.
Variety of activities for diverse interests. Residents at communities like Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Independent Living and The Grand at Twin Lakes find joy in the wide range of activities offered that cater to different interests, including musical performances, game nights, outings, and arts and crafts.
Thoughtfully designed apartments with personal touches. Several residents comment on the thoughtfully designed apartments at communities such as Church Creek, with private balconies, updated bathrooms, and spacious living areas that feel like home.
Nutritious and delicious meals and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, quality food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. Residents of Discovery Village Des Plaines and Deer Park Village speak highly of the accommodating chefs who cater to individual preferences and dietary restrictions.
Community atmosphere that encourages socialization and engagement. Communities like Solstice at Palatine and Summit of Uptown foster a welcoming and engaging environment for residents through regular social activities, comfortable common areas, and opportunities for residents to make new friends.
Supportive and attentive care for various care needs. At communities like Asbury Court Senior Living Community and The Moorings of Arlington Heights, staff members offer supportive and attentive care for residents with diverse care needs, ensuring their safety and well-being while allowing them to maintain their independence.
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North Northfield independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in North Northfield independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in North Northfield, 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 North Northfield 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 North Northfield partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
North Northfield, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
47.6%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
63.5%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
65.1%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
60.3%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
25.4%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in North Northfield 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 North Northfield communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
North Northfield, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
68.3%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
71.4%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
60.3%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25.4%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in North Northfield 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 North Northfield offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
North Northfield, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
66.7%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50.8%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
52.4%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.5%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
73%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.8%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.7%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
68.3%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
69.8%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
71.4%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
47.6%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
60.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.4%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Inspirations of Northbrook, North Shore Place and Discovery Village Des Plaines are the top-rated independent living facilities near North Northfield, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 69 independent living facilities near North Northfield, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in North Northfield, Illinois are Discovery Village Des Plaines, Clarendale of Algonquin and Brookdale Glen Ellyn. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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