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The cost of independent living in Vernon Hills is about $3,395 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 610 options.

Read 15157 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 Highland Park, Crystal Lake and Northbrook.

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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.
Located in a quiet residential neighborhood in Harvard, IL, Sunset Senior Apartments offers 24 apartments designed for individuals 62 and better or who are disabled. Rental assistance is offered to residents in 20 of the 24 apartments. Full of quaint small-town appeal, Harvard is small enough to...
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Senior Suites could Start the meals and shop at more alternative grocery stores. I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience I have had so far.
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.
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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I would recommend 100% because of everything they offer. The price is the highest I've seen but since they take Medicaid it ends up working out. We picked this community, because they could get my dad on...
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.
At Alden of Waterford, you become part of a continuum of care community offering the warmth of a friendly village, the amenities of a lively resort and the skilled medical services of a superb health facility all within pleasant, safe surroundings. Should you ever need rehab therapy or treatment...
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Jackson Park Supportive Living is its own community within itself. The residents acts as family helping each other when possible. The staff works greatly together, providing the best services possible for...
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.
The Jackson Park Supportive Living Facility was created to provide a safe, comfortable, and supportive living environment for individuals age 22-64 years old offering the highest level of service and expertise while maintaining the individual's independence.Our apartments are designed to provide...
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They have had problems keeping a decent cook, so meals are not the best some days. Although the facility is nice, many of the apartments lack outside facing windows, which really impacts their mental health...
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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The Senior Suites of Chatham was a very nice accommodation. I found that the building manager was most patient and helpful in her efforts to get me funded through the Covid 19 Pandemic and she understood my...
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.
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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I recommend Coles Supportive Living to relatives concerned about their loved ones well being. I went there as my last resort when really it should have been my first. One of the staff members by the name of...
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.
Coles Supportive Living has been selected by the Illinois Department of Aging as one of the few Senior Care Facilities to be included in the State of Illinois Supportive Living Program. Coles Supportive Living Facility strives to promote dignity and independence for Seniors where a state-of-the...
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I knew dementia care was going to be needed soon but came way sooner than I planned after mom had a fall. I was fortunate enough to find Parkview Gardens Dementia Care and couldn't be happier. Every single...
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.
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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.
Inspiration Ministries is an assisted living community for people with disability. Located in Walworth, WI, the village of Walworth is in Walworth County and home to about 2,800 people. Walworth is a small town that's on Lake Geneva with 40-acres of beautiful trails and paths. Residents can go...
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My mom has been here 3 months and it's so much friendlier and caring than where she was in Kenosha. Clean, staff are beyond nice.
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.
The Woods of Caledonia can offer a customized blend of independence and essential services to meet your individual needs. As a resident, you'll enjoy a cheerful, friendly atmosphere with programs and services that nurture body, mind and spirit. The Woods of Caledonia offers peace of mind, with a...
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These reviews must be old. There is no RN on staff. When the RN left they replaced her with an CNA as manager. That being said, we can't say enough about the caring staff for our relative. They stop...
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.
Willowgreen Home is Frontida's newest community! Willowgreen is an Assisted Living setting for those who are unable to live alone, including the frail elderly and those with physical disabilities who need some assistance, but still want to maintain as much independence as possible. There are 20...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Smith Village Continuing Care Retirement Community - Chicago, IL Smith Village, one of two Smith Senior Living communities, located in Chicago, IL, in the Beverly neighborhood, is a Continuing Care Retirement Community that’s backed by the strength and experience of Smith Senior Living.Since...
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The facility is nice and convenient, overall. The residents and caretakers are pleasant and helpful. Management and meals/dining services needs improvement. Most days, the quality of the food is extremely...
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.
Our longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Victory Centre of Roseland community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one. Above all else, this is your life and...
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The director was professional and very helpful throughout the application process. Overall I'd give it a 5. The only suggestions I would make are the following: garden maintenance should be provided along...
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.
Our longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Victory Centre of South Chicago community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one. Above all else, this is your life...
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I highly recommend, [name removed], our fitness instructor at Victorian Village. I came here in a wheelchair and now I am mobile to walk the stairs from the first and second floor instead of using the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Victorian Village is a Providence Life Services Community. Providence, a non-profit organization, has been committed to providing quality senior living options to those entrusted to our care in Michigan, Illinois, and Indiana for over a century. Our organization offers Independent Living,...
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Wonderful assisted living facility. Caring staff, delicious home cooked meals and small comfortable cottages. There are twelve rooms in each cottage which means personal well managed care for the residents....
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.
The Elder Care Cottages of Wisconsin is a fresh approach to traditional Assisted Living. We have designed each of Our Cottages to be home to 12 Elders, each with their own private bedroom and bath. At the heart of the Cottage is an open kitchen where meals are served family style and the Elders...
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What I like the most about Senior Suites is the people, the price, etc and I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience I have had so far.
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.
Senior Suites of Fay’s Point is a top rated, pet-friendly independent living community for seniors 62 and older in the greater Chicago area. Situated along Little Calumet River and the Cal Sag Channel, we provide a serene and comfortable environment and convenient location so seniors can maximize...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
The Brant at Oswego is located in Oswego, IL and our community offers the feeling we all desire in a home. It’s welcoming, caring, and beautifully kept all within a luxury setting. Nestled in Kendall County, you’ll find attractions such as Keller’s Farm Stand, Fox Valley Winery, Hudson Crossing...
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Staff is very friendly and takes great care of ensuring residents feel included. Lots of great activities and food is very good. A few more always available options and having menus at the table would...
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.
The Oasis of PlainfieldOpening late summer 2025!Nestled a short distance from the heart of historic downtown Plainfield, our Plainfield community is designed to be a place of peace and belonging—a warm, home-like environment where residents feel safe, supported, and engaged. Comfort is at the...
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It's a nice, new place. The people are nice and it's close to where my mother lived anyway so she's still in the neighborhood. It's really clean because it's new and they keep up with it very well. They have...
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.
Creek Side Manor is a small, semi-private assisted living community nestled in the rural suburb of Oak Creek, Wisconsin, just outside of Milwaukee. Living so close to the vibrant city, residents have access to a wealth of cultural and historical avenues of entertainment. In addition, the area...
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I've lived here for 3 years. The staff is friendly and competent. The food is pretty good, all things considered.[Removed], the head-honcho, is just superb: dedicated, friendly, and responsive, and very hard...
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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We are very pleased so far with The Cornerstone of Oak Creek community. The staff is friendly and caring and attentive to her care needs. It has a very warm and homey atmosphere. There are not a lot of...
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.
Cornerstone of Oak Creek is a 36-apartment assisted-living residence that has been serving the Oak Creek, Wisconsin community for more than 20 years. Through the passionate pursuit of excellent care and superior service, we help make the your treasured years fulfilling, purposeful and enjoyable...
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I haven't had any problems with this community. My mother is doing well since her mover here. I know she is safe, and in good hands. They have a very nice staff , and they are taking good care of her, and...
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.
Basic Services for our residents include a Private suite, Health Status Monitoring, Three Home Cooked Meals Daily, Snacks Upon Request, Routine Housekeeping and Laundry Services, 24-hour Security and Staff Availability, Emergency Call System in Each Unit, Health Promotion and Exercise Programs,...
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I like it here. The size of the apartments is good. They have one and two-bedroom units. All the units have balconies. There is an outdoor area in the back with a grill. They have a huge community room. The...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Brenwood Park Senior Community provides one and two bedroom apartment homes in a convenient location for seniors who are 55 and better. This community offers luxurious, high quality apartment homes including spacious floor plans, top quality design, generous amenities, and convenient access to...
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It's a nice place peaceful and we have events Bingo we have Bible studies. Watch tv on your floor and relax there. To me it's amazing and tacos place If they love Burgers king it's near. Oh yeah family...
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.
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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Cost of independent living in Vernon Hills, IL

The average cost of senior living in Vernon Hills is $3,395 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chicago, IL with an average of $2,837 per month.

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

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

Independent living costs in Vernon Hills, IL, vs. other senior living options

$7,913/mo
Independent Living
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Independent living costs in Vernon Hills, IL, by floor plan type

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

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

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Vernon Hills 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
Vernon Hills, 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%
Vernon Hills, 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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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about independent living in Vernon Hills

Recent reviews for independent living in Vernon Hills

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.

Regency Muskego

5.0
N/a when it comes to the meals and dining. Dad is in independent living apartment so makes own meals. The activities are outstanding. Tons of activities for the residents to participate in. The value for cost was more than what we originally planned to spend. But after being there and ...
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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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Variety of engaging activities. Residents at multiple communities, including Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Independent Living, The Grand at Twin Lakes, and Solstice at Palatine, express appreciation for the diverse range of activities offered. They enjoy games, group outings, and social events that help keep t ...
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Friendly and caring staff. Several reviews for communities such as Discovery Village Des Plaines, Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Independent Living, and Green Oaks Senior Living, praise the attentiveness and kindness of the staff members. They mention that the staff go above and beyond to ensure residents' ...
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Wide selection of apartment sizes and types. Reviews for communities like Inspirations of Northbrook, Discovery Village Des Plaines, and Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Independent Living note the availability of various apartment sizes and layouts, allowing residents to find a living space that suits their preferences and n ...
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Delicious and accommodating meal options. Numerous reviews from communities, including The Grand at Twin Lakes, Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Independent Living, and Discovery Village Des Plaines, highlight the quality and variety of meals offered, with accommodations made for dietary restrictions and individual prefere ...
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Secure and well-maintained facilities. Reviews across various communities, such as Sedgebrook, a CCRC, Green Oaks Senior Living, and Inspirations of Northbrook, consistently mention the cleanliness and safety of the facilities, providing peace of mind for both residents and their families.
Convenient location and transportation services. Several residents from communities like Discovery Village Des Plaines, Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Independent Living, and Health View Adult Day Care, mention the convenience of their community's location and transportation services, making it easy for them to access essential s ...
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Vernon Hills independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Vernon Hills independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Vernon Hills, 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 Vernon Hills 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 Vernon Hills partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Vernon Hills, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.7%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.6%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
31.8%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
32.8%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.6%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Vernon Hills 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 Vernon Hills communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Vernon Hills, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.1%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
31.8%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.6%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Vernon Hills 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 Vernon Hills offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Vernon Hills, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
43.4%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30.8%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.9%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.3%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.5%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.9%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.9%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.7%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
46.4%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
29.8%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
34.3%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.6%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

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There are 610 independent living facilities near Vernon Hills, Illinois. See the full list.
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