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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Northfield Woods, IL

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The cost of independent living in Northfield Woods is about $3,395 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 575 options.

Read 15011 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 Chicago, Highland Park and Wheaton.

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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.
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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.
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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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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.
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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.
Symphony of Dyer is located in Dyer, IN. This licensed assisted living community provides seniors with a great place to call home. Dyer is a part of Lake County, and it is beautiful in setting. Dyer offers the opportunity for residents and guests to spend time outdoors at one of the town’s parks....
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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.
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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.
HARVARD RANCH FOR SENIORS IS A 23 APARTMENT BUILDING ALL ON ONE FLOOR. APTS. INCLUDE STOVE FRIDGE AND GAS HEAT AND GAS COOKING. CENTRAL AIR AND PARKING. RESIDENT MUST BE 60 YEARS OF AGE AND HAVE INCOME BELOW 32,OOO PER YEAR.
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The application process was smooth and easy. Most of the people are friendly. You have your normal community interactions such as some being nice, some being not being so nice, and overall it is...
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
The Francis Meadows 55+ Adult Community offers 49 income eligible or market rate apartment homes. Francis Meadows is located on the grounds of the St. Francis Retreat center and is surrounded by 160 acres of fields and woods. Come visit Francis Meadows and see all that this beautiful property has...
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.
St. Monica's Senior Citizens Home, founded in 1971, sits on 40 wooded acres bordering the Root River in Racine, WI. In the spirit of our foundreses the Sisters of St. Rita, we provide a compassionate, safe loving family home environment that respects the dignity of all residents. We meet the...
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: 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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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.
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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.
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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The Parkview Independent Senior Living Community located in Caledonia, Wisconsin is the place you want to be. Recently, due to an accident, I sold my home. After a stay at Parkside Gardens Assisted Living on...
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.
The Parkview is an exciting, active and vibrant apartment community in Caledonia that is specifically designed and built for independent seniors 55 and better. The Parkview provides one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartment-homes conveniently located just north of 4 Mile Road. This community offers...
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The Parkview II is a senior housing development in the rural village of Caledonia, in Racine County, Wisconsin. The village is located between I-94 and Lake Michigan, allowing residents easy access to Milwaukee and Chicago. The Caledonia area offers access to recreational activities, many...
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I really like it here and I have not run into any problems with anybody. I am really glad to have this place and the management is very good. The maintenance man takes care of things whenever I ask for 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.
Sandwich Manor is an affordable senior housing community in Sandwich, DeKalb, Kendall, and LaSalle counties, Illinois. It is conveniently located a couple of blocks off of Highway 34 and near Sandwich Memorial Park, WOW7 Cinema, an antique stores, Dollar General, the Opera House, a food market,...
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My mom was there about a year before she passed (6 months in memory care). I couldn't have asked for a kinder more caring staff. When you can't take care of your loved one yourself it is nice to know there...
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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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Waterford Senior Living ins a very nice place. The staff is friendly. My wife was thriving prior to the quarantine. I hope to get in to visit her soon. The food is good. The room sizes are adequate. It has...
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.
Waterford Senior Living and Waterford Memory Care are located on Sixth Street, in the quiet, friendly village of Waterford. We have two buildings, assisted living and memory care. Our assisted living has 40 one and two bedroom apartments. Residents choose their level of care and level of...

Cost of independent living in Northfield Woods, IL

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Northfield Woods 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
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Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Northfield Woods, 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%
Northfield Woods, IL
2024 average cost:$3,249/mo
2023 average cost:$3,092/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
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2024 average cost:$3,221/mo
2023 average cost:$3,061/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
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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 Northfield Woods

Recent reviews for independent living in Northfield Woods

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

Delicious and varied meals. Residents express satisfaction with the quality and variety of meals offered at various communities, such as Solstice at Palatine and Inspirations of Northbrook, where the food is described as 'delicious' and 'excellent'.
Friendly and helpful staff. Numerous reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members, as seen at Elison of Niles, Solstice at Palatine, and Elison of Niles, where residents and their families praise the long-term relationships formed with the caregivers.
Engaging activities and social opportunities. Activities offerings are a source of joy for many residents, with communities like Solstice at Palatine, Elison of Niles, and Inspirations of Northbrook providing a wide range of games, outings, and classes to encourage socialization and enjoyment.
Spacious and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews consistently highlight the importance of cleanliness and upkeep, with residents of The Grand at Twin Lakes, Church Creek, and Inspirations of Northbrook expressing appreciation for the neatly maintained private rooms and common areas.
Customizable care options. Families are grateful for the ability to tailor care plans to individual needs, as seen at Sedgebrook, a CCRC, where residents have the flexibility to choose between staying active and independent or requesting additional assistance as needed.
Supportive and inclusive community atmosphere. Several reviews mention the welcoming environment at their community, such as Discovery Village Des Plaines, The Grand at Twin Lakes, and Solstice at Palatine, where residents and their families feel a strong sense of belonging and friendship
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Northfield Woods independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Northfield Woods independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Northfield Woods, 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 Northfield Woods 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 Northfield Woods 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
28.9%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.5%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
33.4%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.4%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Northfield Woods 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 Northfield Woods communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
37.4%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
33.6%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Northfield Woods 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 Northfield Woods offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45.4%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.5%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.5%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.1%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.3%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.7%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.7%
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
35.7%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Belmont Village Glenview, The Clare, a CCRC and Discovery Village Des Plaines are the top-rated independent living facilities near Northfield Woods, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 575 independent living facilities near Northfield Woods, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Northfield Woods, Illinois are Discovery Village Des Plaines, Huntley Springs Retirement Resort and The Timbers of Shorewood. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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