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The cost of independent living in Park Forest is about $5,371 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 31 options. Read 583 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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Everything has been great since I moved in! The apartments are very nice. Big kitchens, hardwood floors in most rooms, and the grounds are always well kept and clean looking. I'd give them 5s across the...
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.
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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.
Rest Haven Christian Services, a non-profit organization, has been committed to promoting independence and providing services to those entrusted to our care for 90 years. Not only is our staff inspired, but also committed to complementing Great Lives with great living! We will be busy handling...
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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.
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: 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
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.
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Cost of independent living in Park Forest, IL

The average cost of senior living in Park Forest is $5,371 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Harvey, IL with an average of $4,854 per month.

Independent living costs in Park Forest, IL, vs. nearby cities

Park Forest, IL
$5,371/mo

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

Park Forest, IL
$5,371/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Park Forest, IL, vs. other senior living options

$5,085/mo
Independent Living
$5,371/mo

Independent living costs in Park Forest, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,971/mo
Studio
$6,211/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,515/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,492/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,500/mo

Senior living costs in Park Forest 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: Park Forest, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typePark Forest, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$5,371/mo$4,453/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$5,092/mo$5,370/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,085/mo$5,390/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Park Forest, IL:$5,371/mo
Illinois:$4,453/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Park Forest, IL:$5,092/mo
Illinois:$5,370/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Park Forest, IL:$5,085/mo
Illinois:$5,390/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Park Forest, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Park Forest 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
Park Forest, IL$3,682/mo$3,150/mo+16.9%
Illinois$3,112/mo$3,019/mo+3.1%
National$3,236/mo$3,151/mo+2.7%
Park Forest, IL
2024 average cost:$3,682/mo
2023 average cost:$3,150/mo
Percent change:+16.9%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$3,112/mo
2023 average cost:$3,019/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,236/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+2.7%
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What families are saying about independent living in Park Forest

Recent reviews for independent living in Park Forest

Royal Estates Assistive Living in Dolton, IL

4.9
We were looking for place for our Mother to live near us. After touring a fair amount of facilities in Southern suburbs, we had almost give up. Then my sister and I found Royal Estates. After meeting with the staff there we thought this might be good fit for Mother. We learned that the services ...
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Wittenberg Village, a CCRC in Crown Point, IN

4.7
I moved in and liked it so much I bought a second apartment for my mother! The staff is the most caring I have ever encountered and the facility is top-notch. Hope to meet you soon.

Tinley Court Catered Senior Living in Tinley Park, IL

4.3
My brother [Removed] lived there for 2 1/2 years. I can't say enough good things about this facility. He had a lot of health needs but was able to be there and maintain a good amount of independence. The staff were always attentive to him and responsive to me. They helped us find wonderful ...
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Park Forest independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Park Forest independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Park Forest, 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 Park Forest 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 Park Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Park Forest, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
24.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.1%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Park Forest 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 Park Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Park Forest, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
17.2%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Park Forest 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 Park Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Park Forest, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
48.3%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.6%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.2%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
55.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
27.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.9%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.7%
46.4%
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Palos Heights Senior Living, Sunrise Villa Olympia Fields and Sunrise of Flossmoor are the top-rated independent living facilities near Park Forest, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 31 independent living facilities near Park Forest, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Park Forest, Illinois are Mercy Circle Senior Living, Palos Heights Senior Living and Sunrise Villa Olympia Fields. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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