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The cost of independent living in Northlake is about $5,013 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 99 options. Read 2412 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Situated on a beautifully wooded site, Arborwood at Altenheim offers the finest in independent living. Designed for the independent seniors who desires the freedom of a carefree lifestyle, Arborwood apartments feature all the comforts of home within an atmosphere rich in history and charm. Just...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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: 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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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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Photo of Village Grove Apartments
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
DISCOVER VILLAGE GROVE APARTMENTS!  One of Elk Grove Village's finest locations...steps from library, grocery store, drugstore, within 6 blocks of hospital and all of the amenities and charm of Elk Grove Village.  Mature adults, 55 and older can enjoy the best of both worlds:  the...
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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, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
Belmont Place Senior Apartments has been designed to address the social and economic needs of senior residents age 55 and older. The building is located within the near northwest side of Chicago. Easy accessibility to bus lines and grocery store across the street. There are banks and restaurants...
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Provides: 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: 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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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.
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.
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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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.
Bloomingdale Horizon Independent Living for Seniors...a social life in full swing. There's a sing-along in the game room...a barbecue on the patio...an easy chair in the library calling your name.  At Bloomingdale Horizon, it's how we celebrate the fine art of living!  Here you can...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Northlake, IL

The average cost of senior living in Northlake is $5,013 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Norridge, IL with an average of $4,256 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Northlake, IL vs. nearby cities

Northlake, IL
$5,013/mo
$5,895/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Northlake, IL vs. the state and national average

Northlake, IL
$5,013/mo
U.S. national average
$4,149/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Northlake vs. other types of senior living

$5,965/mo
Independent Living
$5,013/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Northlake, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$7,696/mo
Studio
$5,213/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,091/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,983/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,013/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Northlake over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Northlake

Recent reviews for independent living in Northlake

Cantata Adult Life Services a CCRC in Brookfield, IL

4.8
I recommend Cantata because they have a robust rehab gym staffed with professionals in physical therapy, occupational therapy, balance, speech/memory therapy. It is located on a quiet tree lined landscaped campus with onsite Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing and Independent Living. The staff ...
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Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Independent Living

4.9
"Tony the Tiger"----GRRREAT!!! If you are thinking about living a fun life as an "older" person Hawthorn should be on the top of your list! All kinds of activities. Everything is planned for us! We just have to choose!

Church Creek in Arlington Heights, IL

5.0
I thought C.C. Was so impressive all had to convince my sister it was perfect for her, she enjoyed the facility the faculty were exceptional especially [name removed] ,she enjoyed the interaction with the other seniors there, the place was spotless like ate there with my sister and enjoyed the ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and accommodating staff. Many reviews praise the helpful and caring nature of the staff at various communities, including Brookdale Des Plaines, Concord Place, and Clarendale of Addison, who go above and beyond to assist residents and their families.
Variety of activities for socialization. Residents find joy in the diverse range of activities offered in communities, such as movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and more, as mentioned in reviews for , {{644537}}, and Brookdale Des Plaines.
Thoughtfully designed apartment spaces. Reviews for communities like Brookdale Glen Ellyn, Brookdale Northbrook, and Lexington Square Lombard a CCRC frequently mention the spacious and comfortable apartment designs that cater to seniors' needs.
Delicious and accommodating meals. Throughout reviews, high-quality food and consideration for residents' dietary needs stand out as major contributing factors to overall satisfaction with communities such as , {{3563235}}, and Ascension Living Casa Scalabrini Village.
Well-maintained interior spaces and grounds. Cleanliness and upkeep are key features mentioned in reviews for communities like , {{534232}}, and Brookdale Oak Park, which ensure residents live in a pleasant and welcoming environment.
Engaging social events and programs. Communities like , {{644537}}, and The Roosevelt at Salt Creek provide residents with opportunities for socialization and connection through regularly scheduled events and programs, which are appreciated by many.
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Northlake independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Northlake independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Northlake, 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 Northlake 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 Northlake 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
35.4%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.4%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
39.4%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.3%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.1%
8.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Northlake 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 Northlake communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
40.4%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.5%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
38.4%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Northlake 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 Northlake offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
51.5%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.4%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.4%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.5%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.6%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.4%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.4%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
49.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.5%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
51.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.4%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.5%
45.8%
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Fox River Horizon, Independence Village Naperville and Brookdale Northbrook are the top-rated independent living facilities near Northlake, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 99 independent living facilities near Northlake, Illinois. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Northlake, Illinois are Brookdale Northbrook, Sunrise of Naperville North and Mercy Circle Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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