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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Wayne, IL

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The cost of independent living in Wayne is about $6,202 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 45 options. Read 1344 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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7.5
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Overall experience is a 4 it would be a 5, but after my dad passed away in November, Bickford still withdrew payment for December!! I had to go to my bank to get that money back. And it took over 5 months...
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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5 star
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I love this place!!!.. This is the second time my mom has been here and the staff is sooo accommodating and they make the process so non stressful.. the rooms are so nice!!... the food is great!!..From the...
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.
The Heritage Woods affordable assisted lifestyle community has compassionately served adults 65 and older of all incomes who may need some help to maintain their independence since the community opened for occupancy in 2003. We provide a wonderful alternative to a nursing home or the lonely...
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Greenfields is a beautiful and well-appointed retirement facility. It has a very good food plan with delicious offerings. As of now, they have plenty of activities and care services but we can see the push...
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.
It only takes a moment to see the future in a completely new way at GreenFields of Geneva. GreenFields is offers a full-continuum of care all under one roof, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. Independent living here keeps you...
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It's a clean, friendly environment. The apartments are very good and brand new. I wouldn't say it's a true senior living community though. I was surprised to find that there are children there and a whole...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
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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10
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Our parents have been here a year and a half now and we love this for them. Dad, who is becoming forgetful, is safe and loves taking walks in the lobby and seeing people who know who he is. Even mom, who...
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.
Independence Village was established with the intent to provide seniors with an opportunity to enjoy their retirement years to the fullest. We included all the comforts of home and replaced the worries of homeownership with a carefree lifestyle full of activities and new friends. Seniors who call...
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9.7
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I am very happy living at Wyndemere. I highly recommend for anyone to take a tour and see how great Wyndemere is. The staff is vey friendly and the residents are so wonderful. Also enjoy having the staff...
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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9.2
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14 reviews
9.2
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14 reviews
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The Hunt Club Village is a good place. We give them 5s across the board! I really enjoy visiting my dad there, the community is a very nice place and it is very clean. The staff members are very attentive as...
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.
Hunt Club Village has been designed to address the social and economic needs of independent seniors. Located on a 5 acre site, 104 units and elegantly decorated common areas, Hunt Club Village offers a new lifestyle alternative to residents allowing them to enjoy their retirement years.
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8.0
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8.0
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The whole team there was wonderful. Don't read the old reviews, that was many years ago and is not applicable today. My mom is loving it there and she's so busy with all the fun activities. I can even...
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.
The Reserve of Geneva is located in Geneva, IL. Geneva is a part of Kane County, and this independent living community is located in an area with much to do and see. Those who are guests of the residents of Geneva will find that they enjoy checking out the Downtown Geneva Historic Shopping...
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Windsor Park Rehab is the best facility by far, staff is so genuinely caring and their team is always available to speak to family at all times, always keeping you updated on your loved ones. Will highly...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.
A nationally accredited lifecare retirement community set on an impeccably manicured 60-acre campus, Windsor Park Manor offers the tranquility and charm of a country home. We offer the largest variety of retirement lifestyles and services in Chicago’s western suburbs— a residential style for...
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7.7
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13 reviews
7.7
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13 reviews
5 star
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The Emerald Village community was very clean but in the apartment closet it smelled like cat urine at move in. Other than that, very good. There is a little miscommunication before move in but it was...
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.
Emerald Village offers the ideal combination of independence with safety and security for its residents. Emerald Village, a 97 unit, 4 story building provides a new lifestyle free from worries and filled with good times shared with good friends.
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5 star
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My husband and I have lived here for two years and continue to be very pleased with our choice. After a thorough search for senior rental apartment in the area, we found Geneva Place provided 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: 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: 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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My mother had Alzheimer's. She stayed at The Vines. First I should say that the owners are personal friends of mine for over 40 years. But don't write off my review. The owners are not some big...
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.
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Several years ago, my husband and I knew that it would be time to move to a supportive living environment. Being a nurse, I did much research and we eventually decided on the Holmstad. One of the most...
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.
A nationally accredited continuing care retirement community with a 38-acre parklike setting, The Holmstad reflects its scenic Fox River Valley location. We offer a residential style for every aspect of retirement.Residential styles availableDuplex, cottage, studio, one- or two-bedroom apartment...
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: 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: 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: 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.
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...

Cost of independent living in Wayne, IL

The average cost of senior living in Wayne is $6,202 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include North Aurora, IL with an average of $4,376 per month.

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

Wayne, IL
$6,202/mo
$6,033/mo

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

Wayne, IL
$6,202/mo
U.S. national average
$4,037/mo

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

$6,036/mo
Independent Living
$6,202/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,583/mo
Studio
$5,724/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,578/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,476/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,113/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Wayne over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Wayne

Recent reviews for independent living in Wayne

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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Bickford of Crystal Lake

5.0
Our experience with Bickford of Crystal Lake has been so positive! Our Aunt is 100% satisfied with the amazing care, friendly staff, and wonderful services provided by Bickford. The caring staff regularly communicates with us and assists us in any way needed. Thank you for making this ...
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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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Supportive and caring staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff in various communities, such as at Wyndemere, where residents praise the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff in addressing their needs and creating a welcoming environment. At Brookdale Hoffman Estates, families appreciat ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. Several communities offer an extensive range of activities catering to various interests, including social events, fitness classes, arts and crafts, and more. For instance, at Monarch Landing, residents enjoy activities like concerts, religious services, parties, a pool and fitness center, and ...
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Comfortable and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the facilities, creating a comfortable living experience for residents. At Monarch Landing, the beautiful settings, landscaping, and gardens are frequently mentioned, while at Silver Glen Senior Living, residents appreciate the newer ...
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Personalized and customized care. Residents appreciate the individualized attention they receive to cater to their unique needs, whether it's accommodating dietary preferences at Wyndemere or providing physical therapy on-site at Poplar Creek Village. Communities, like Carriage Oaks, prioritize understanding and addressing ...
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Friendly and caring community atmosphere. Reviews regularly highlight the sense of community and friendliness among residents, creating an inviting and inclusive environment. For example, at Wyndemere, residents mention making wonderful friendships and enjoying the opportunity to socialize with others. At Brookdale Glen Ellyn, the w ...
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High-quality and delicious meals. Nutritious and delicious meals are a priority at many communities, with residents expressing their satisfaction with the quality of the food and the accommodations for dietary restrictions. For instance, at Monarch Landing, the Millstone restaurant and Riverwalk café provide excellent food opt ...
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Wayne independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wayne independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wayne, 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 Wayne 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 Wayne partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wayne, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.5%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.5%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
22.5%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Wayne 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 Wayne communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wayne, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
52.5%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
42.5%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wayne 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 Wayne offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wayne, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.5%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.5%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
52.5%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
52.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.5%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
57.5%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
45%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Fox River Horizon, Encore Village of Schaumburg, a CCRC and Independence Village Naperville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Wayne, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 45 independent living facilities near Wayne, Illinois. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Wayne, Illinois are Brookdale Northbrook, Brookdale Des Plaines and Brookdale Oak Park. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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