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The cost of independent living in Northbrook is about $3,395 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 571 options.

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Photo of Lincolnwood Place
11 Video available
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77 Floor plans available
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My Mom is super happy there and she says the food is just fine. She has a full kitchenette so she can prepare things for herself if she doesn't feel like going to the dining room. There is a grocery store...
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.
Lincolnwood Place offers independent living and assisted living in Lincolnwood, Illinois. Lincolnwood is a village in Cook County and is most widely known as the home of the Purple Hotel, which has a place in local lore. In addition to the intrigue surrounding this historical site, the village...
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Very nice place. All one level nice size rooms. The staff is very caring and they do watch out for your loved ones. They will call or email if any issues. And they are available to anwser questions when...
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.
Photo of Sunrise of Flossmoor
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44 Floor plans available
8.8
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My only wish is that my sister had gotten to Sunrise sooner. And that transportation would have been provided for her doctor's visits to St. Francis Hospital and dentist visits. I sing praises about the...
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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My main reason for the high marks is their openness and compassion when deciding if NP was a good fit for my mom. She had a history of mental illness and NP, unlike to other locations like Sunrise and Ciel,...
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 StoryPoint Long Grove! 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 assisted living and memory care. Throughout each service level, we strive to make every...
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33 Floor plans available
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I would give them a 5 in all categories. Great experience for us as well as our Mom. The apartment is beautiful. There is plenty of room for my nieces, nephew's great nieces and brothers and sisters to go...
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.
Beyond the hum of the city, where old-growth trees and acres of pristine forest stretch out under wide-open skies, you can find a place where residents pursue aspirational living each day. Alto Grayslake is a new kind of senior living community in the historic small town of Grayslake, Illinois....
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Photo of Ciel Senior Living at Plainfield
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Great place they will work with you to see that you get what you would like for your family members care and welfare. plus the idea of an ER right around the corner is an added safety catch
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.
Homey, Craftsman-style architecture paired with stylish, chic interiors create a truly unique atmosphere that can only be found at Ciel Senior Living of Plainfield — a community offering assisted living and memory care services in Plainfield, Illinois. Residents can age in place while enjoying an...
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Photo of Trulee Evanston
1010 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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So far I would give all 5s. We have been very impressed so far.she has only been there one month but all good so far. The staff are all very friendly and helpful. Anything we have needed they have been there...
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.
When you find a community that delivers all that matters most to you with sophistication, excellence and flair; you want to make it your own. Trulee Evanston offers a fresh, contemporary senior living experience with the highest caliber of Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care....
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8.8
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The staff is great, just wish they had an online bill pay method and/or took credit card payments. It is very clean and the room size was perfect.
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.
Burr Oak Manor in Genoa City, WI is a 33 bed State Licensed Assisted Living Home with a very comfortable environment. We have a unique license to care for independent individuals as well as those requiring total care at an affordable cost. We provide escorted transportation to and from physician...
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Photo of Cedarhurst of McHenry
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Cedarhurst of McHenry is a beautiful facility with a warm and welcoming atmosphere. The staff was friendly, helpful, and attentive to my mother’s needs. The nursing staff provided good care and...
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.
At Cedarhurst of McHenry, 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 McHenry, Illinois, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living and memory care for...
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Photo of Robin Way
99 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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I would give them each a 5. We are very happy with Robin Way. Staff is very nice and accommodating. They are willing to help, always. It's a clean place. If it wasn't, I would not keep my mom & my father in...
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.
Robin Way is an assisted living community in Kenosha Wisconsin. Our apartments are available for either single or double occupancy. All apartments have private bathrooms that are wheelchair and walker accessible. Apartments include full kitchens, individual climate controls and ample storage...
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Photo of The Landing on Dundee Senior Living
4444 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.7
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My sister has been in memory care at the Landing since 2022. I am there 4 or 5 times a week and know the working of the facility very well. I am very happy with her care, and find the staff and the care...
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.
Our community offers assisted living and memory care options for seniors, ideally located for the North Shore suburbs of Chicago and the surrounding communities of Wheeling.This isn’t your average senior living community as our residents enjoy social interaction with their peers, activities here...
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Photo of The Pointe at Kilpatrick
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It is a wonderful place. The staff has been very helpful with any situation. They honestly love the clients and the families. The only complaint is the doctor and medical staff don't make it easy to get...
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 Pointe at Kilpatrick is an assisted living community located in picturesque and nature filled Crestwood, Cook County, Illinois. Our beautiful community is located in a central spot, just blocks away from the Little Calumet River and nestled between several forests and nature preserves. The...
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Photo of Sunrise of Westmont
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55 Floor plans available
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Overall, very pleased. Whenever any issues arise, they are very responsive. My aunt is getting very good care. The cleanliness of the facility and her room are great. She is in a 1 bedroom and is plenty big....
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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66 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
Pricing promotion expiring soon
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For me, it's simple, I have been without my own place for years... and now it's friendly, it's highly convenient, public transportation wise, and most of all... it's mine!
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.
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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Photo of Cedarhurst of Woodstock
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We chose Cedarhurst of Woodstock because of the facility's close proximity to me and very clean facility and responsive staff. They have a really great activities director there. My uncle is very happy...
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.
At Cedarhurst of Woodstock, 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 Woodstock, Illinois, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living and memory care...
Photo of Sunrise of Willowbrook
1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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Staff was very caring. Went above and beyond to help my aunt. One staff member would help my aunt choose an outfit for the day and help her get dressed. This is something she could have done with a bit of...
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 Bickford of Tinley Park
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I'd give a 4.6 on all of the items on the list!!! We've been very pleased and mom is doing well!!! Thank you for helping us find this facility!!!! I love that I can go there anytime and let myself in with...
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.
With our HigherPath senior health model leading the way, Bickford redefines senior living. It's not just about care; it's about proactive well-being, enabling your loved one to live happier, healthier — longer.Our approach clearly resonates — our happiness ratings among residents are double the...
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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.
Ridgeland Senior LivingSeniors in the Chicago and Matteson, IL areas rely on Ridgeland Senior Living for compassionate and comprehensive senior care options. Offering specialized services such as assisted living and memory care, Ridgeland Senior Living provides a supportive environment designed...
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Photo of Sunrise of Gurnee
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The staff and other residents are so friendly, the have made my brother feel so welcome. The food is delicious as we have enjoyed a dinner and breakfast with him. I especially like the size of the 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.
Sunrise of Gurnee has been established in the Gurnee community for providing exceptional care for seniors since 2002. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise of Gurnee affords families peace of mind by providing their loved ones with a range of personalized care services as well as the...
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Photo of Plum Creek Chicago
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I love this place I just retired a month ago! I was scared at first not because of moving here just a new beginning ! The whole getting old and trusting people but I know for fact GOD sent me here!...
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.
The newly acquired Plum Creek Chicago is a beautiful senior community for those 65 and over! This unique campus is ideally located in the West Lawn area of Chicago near the extensive shopping along Cicero Avenue and the best transportation Chicago has to offer. Both of our lifestyle options...
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I really like living at Fox river Horizon. There are plenty of activities, it is a very independent and friendly place. I do wish my bedroom and kitchen were a bit bigger in my apartment.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Fox River Horizon is a senior housing community located in Elgin, IL. Elgin is a part of Cook and Kane Counties and this area offers much to do and see. Those who choose to be a part of Elgin and this community will find that there is always plenty to keep them busy, and their guests will enjoy...
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I like verdia in the office very much. We don't have full time maintaining and it shows. The security is broken so we habe to use our keys. That is a huge inconvenience. The residence are friendly and quick...
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.
Alden Horizon Senior Living is a community located in Aurora, Illinois. Here at Alden Horizon, it is our sole goal to provide our residents with the best care they can receive, while providing a luxurious and rich life that they will enjoy and never get bored. Even if a residents health needs...
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Want to say rated cleanliness lower because we had to request clean-ups when we visited more than once. Rated value lower because for all the money charged it was up to family to provide own toilet paper,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Photo of Green Oaks Senior Living
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8.5
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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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I would say food/dining good...staff, 95+% very good.... room/apartment are acceptable, but very little storage & no storage or counter space for everyday objects in the bathroom. Family should observe until...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Cost of independent living in Northbrook, IL

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

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

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

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

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

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

Studio
$2,834/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,046/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,049/mo

Senior living costs in Northbrook 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: Northbrook, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNorthbrook, 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
Northbrook, IL:$3,395/mo
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Northbrook, IL:$6,613/mo
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Northbrook, IL:$7,913/mo
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Northbrook, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Northbrook 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Northbrook, 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%
Northbrook, 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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What families are saying about independent living in Northbrook

Recent reviews for independent living in Northbrook

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.

Shepherd Premier Assisted Living of Harvard

5.0
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

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

Helpful and caring staff. Residents and their families praise the friendly and caring nature of the staff at various senior living communities. For example, at Discovery Village Des Plaines, several residents express appreciation for the long-term friendships they have developed with the community's caregivers. In the ...
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Variety of activities. Residents find enjoyment in the wide range of specialized activities offered in senior living communities. At The Grand at Twin Lakes, the facility is described as a 'vibrant place that empowers residents to live their best lives' with a multitude of activities available every day. Some commun ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews consistently mention cleanliness as a priority, whether it's for the private rooms or group areas. At Elison of Niles, the patio area and indoor pool are described as 'beautiful and relaxing', while residents of Sedgebrook, a CCRC note the 'well-maintained and beautiful facility' and ...
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Comfortable and spacious apartments. Several reviews mention the comfort and spaciousness of the private apartments available at senior living communities. For instance, at Inspirations of Northbrook, residents appreciate the open floor plans and ample closet space. At Elison of Niles, the larger room size is mentioned as a dec ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, quality food is highlighted as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their senior living community. At The Merion, the chef accommodates dietary restrictions and individual preferences, ensuring residents look forward to every meal. In the case of Discover ...
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Thoughtful and accommodating staff. Residents and their families appreciate the accommodating nature of staff members at senior living communities. At Inspirations of Northbrook, the team is described as 'helpful and supportive' and 'goes out of their way to assist residents'. At Waverly Inn Memory Care and Cottages, staff are ...
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Northbrook independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Northbrook independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Northbrook, 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 Northbrook 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 Northbrook partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Northbrook, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.5%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.6%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
33.5%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.6%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.9%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Northbrook 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 Northbrook communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Northbrook, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.7%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
33.6%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.8%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Northbrook 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 Northbrook offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Northbrook, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.2%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.7%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.9%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.1%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.4%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.6%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.6%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.2%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
47.3%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
31%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.6%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.9%
47.6%
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