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The cost of independent living in Wheeling is about $3,395 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 581 options.

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Photo of Bickford of Crystal Lake
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The place is clean. Overall. They take care of my moms laundry very routinely Room size is great. Staff has been great. During the night some nights she is not checked in as much as suppose to be. Nurses are...
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.
There's a reason Bickford stands out in the world of senior living. Our focus? Ensuring your loved one feels at home, with delicious meals straight from our scratch kitchen, a roster of engaging activities, and the constant company of our devoted caregivers. But that's not all. Our HigherPath...
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Main reasons we chose Kenosha Place - Location..near myself, & my siblings. And, the cleanliness. It's also decorated very nicely, with large windows.. cheerful looking. Overall it is a great place for a...
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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It's been positive for the most part, though not perfect. I would have liked for A Place for Mom to provide more information about the facilities they were referring us to and to assist more with the whole...
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.
Prairie Green at Dixie Crossing is a top wheelchair accessible assisted living community for seniors in the Chicago area. We offer tastefully decorated studio and one-bedroom apartments with a full range of amenities, including a microwave and refrigerator, as well as services to accommodate each...
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Love the staff! From the executive director to the nursing staff! My mom and dad like the food! Room is very clean and the apartment is roomy
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.
Welcome to your new home at Silver Glen Senior LivingYou’re going to love Silver Glen Senior Living — your new home base! Located in South Elgin, Illinois, this community is close enough to the city to take in a show at the Cadillac Palace Theater or visit one of the many downtown Chicago...
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33 Floor plans available
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One week Thursday, Great. It's so great to be Back Home, and I love it. It's a Home where my husband and I got married here we where so proud living here. I have a very special thanks too All staff, amazing...
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.
Moraine Court Supportive Living supports and encourages our residents to enjoy and active-lifestyle in a safe community. Let us show you how Moraine Court can combine the best of private living and assistance with daily living needs. Our supportive Living program is designed to promote...
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What we like the most about the community is the price, we got in while it was still monthly. We also like the activities and the staff. My recommendation to others would depend on their circumstances. This...
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.
Are you looking for Senior Independent Living in Chicago?Ready to slow life down and embrace a hassle-free lifestyle? Looking for new friends and a fresh perspective on life? Elison Independent Living of Niles is our charming senior living community Northwest of the city. We can’t wait to welcome...
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What we like the most about the community is that it is a self enclosed community, stand alone building bright wide hallways, places to gather, light in all rooms from the courtyard. And a closed hallway in...
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 Courtyard at McHenry is an Independent, Assisted Living Campus with Memory Care located on 13 acres of gorgeous wooded property in the Heart of the Fox River Valley in McHenry, IL. With a quaint downtown district that offers historic buildings and specialty shopping, along with a variety of...
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I would say the overall experience is 4 stars. The staff is helpful, food and activities are fine. Communication is also fine. I would recommend them to others who are searching for senior living for their...
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.
Belmont Village Buffalo Grove is home to the perfect blend of comfort, personalized care and active living. Our beautifully landscaped senior living community is nestled in the heart of the attractive residential suburb of northwest Chicago, surrounded by premier dining, shopping and...
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Everything is very good. Maintenance is great. Apartment size is small and the layout wasn't like the paper that was given. So furniture was bought for the layout but fortunately I could make it work....
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.
Welcome to Lakewood Tower Apartments where you will find a beautiful new apartment home for active adults 62 and better, at an affordable price. We offer senior living at its best; where our residents come first!Beautiful Lake Villa is the perfect location for your new apartment home. We are just...
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A friend of mines lives in this facility.She brags on how great her care is especially the maintenance crew.She is always happy when [name removed] comes and fix things.Keep making our elderly feel great....
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.
At Royal Estates Assistive Living we are dedicated to excellence in Senior Living Care for aged 65 and older. Those that choose our care will be served with dignity, professionalism, respect, and compassion. Choosing to move to assisted living is not always an easy decision. When you visit us...
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Photo of Bickford of Gurnee
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I have found Bickford a beautiful place fur respite and healing. The facility is well laid out and homey. After my injury I needed more time to recover. Bickford provided that. Thank you to the staff. Yuri...
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.
Bickford isn’t just another senior living community. Our caregiver family is committed to ensuring that every resident lives their most fulfilling life. Here, your loved one will savor meals made from scratch, always have a dedicated caregiver by their side, and enjoy a vibrant social calendar. A...
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Love my studio apartment. Love the staff and the amenities My only complaint is, I wish they were a bit more selective when renting. We have some shady tenants. Some that should be in "care" facilities.
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.
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...
Photo of The Pointe at Eastgate
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My mother has moved into The Point at Eastgate. Our overall experience I would say is good. The staff is very nice. They have abundant activities. The cleanliness of the building and rooms are excellent. The...
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.
Part of the magic of retirement is that it's time to relax and enjoy all you've worked for through the years. It's time to dream. Time to socialize. Time to take up a new hobby. Because we are a rental community, there is no long term financial commitment or ownership through an endowment fee....
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I ended up going with Cedarhurst for my sister. It is very expensive but was one of two places that were nice, not dirty and didn't treat their "memory care patients " as second class citizens. My sister...
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.
At Cedarhurst of Yorkville, it’s our mission to tailor senior living to you so you can feel loved, valued, and supported each and every day. Our senior living community in Yorkville, Illinois, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living and memory care...
Photo of Evergreen Senior Living - Orland Park
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So far I would rate Evergreen a 4 out of 5 stars. The staff is generally friendly and professional and I feel that my Mom is in good hands. The food seems pretty good on most days. And they keep things very...
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.
Evergreen Senior Living offers worry-free living, where independence thrives and compassionate care is always nearby. Our beautiful campus offers lovely assisted living options and unmatched memory support. We offer both long-term care and short-term respite care. We welcome you to learn more and...
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While Amazing Grace isn't as flashy looking as some of the facilities I looked at it is so comfortable and welcoming. Mom's 1 bedroom apartment is exactly the right size with great closets. All of the staff...
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.
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My mom said "I don't have to cook or clean." Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend the Lutheran Home to other families
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.
Lutheran Home in Arlington Heights was established in 1892 and continues to be a respected not-for-profit mission driven organization in the Chicagoland area. Lutheran Home offers assisted living; a tired memory support continuum; residential nursing; short term rehabilitation; adult day...
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We are at the beginning of this journey, and Arbor Terrace has been a wonderful start. Because I live many miles and states away, I had to rely on internet research, phone conversations, a virtual tour, and...
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.
Located in the Village of Glenview on the North Shore, Arbor Terrace Glenview is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being. For people living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia, Arbor Terrace Glenview a...
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My mother has being in the facility for over two years, and we can said enough of the great care she has received from all the staff. We look at many facilities before and they were very impersonal and cold...
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.
Let our 24/7 nursing care put your mind at ease at our Wealshire Plus Assisted Living Campus. Our Sheltered Care license allows us to achieve a true Continuum of Care, providing the extra "plus" care for your loved one you won't find at a standard Assisted Living. At the Wealshire, couples can...
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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.
For those who cherish their independence but need a little assistance to enjoy life to the fullest, The Highlands Assisted Living at The Moorings of Arlington Heights makes life a little easier and safer. Located within a beautiful 45-acre campus and as a part of Presbyterian Homes' continuum of...
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What our family likes the most about The Morrings of Arlington Heights is how friendly and welcoming everyone is, and the community is welcoming as well. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would...
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.
Located on a beautifully landscaped, 45-acre campus in the heart of Chicago’s northwest suburbs, The Mooring of Arlington Heights offers gracious, independent senior living in a country-like setting. This senior living campus combines a quiet country ambiance with a genuine small-town...
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I like this community everyone is so nice here and helpful. I have a 2 bdrm with a den and a small patio area. They will come in weekly to clean and if I wanted laundry service that is available. The only...
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.
Vi at the Glen is an upscale continuing care retirement community (CCRC) located in Glenview, Illinois. Our assisted and independent living community is part of a 1,000-acre master-planned community featuring a wide variety of distinctive amenities. There is also an endless amount of social and...
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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.
Valley Lo Towers II Apartments is multi-generational, independent living housing nestled in the quiet, peaceful city of Glenview, Cook County, IL. Our community offers plenty of visual appeal thanks to sprawling gardens that surround the property and manicured lawns. There are plenty of large...
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I have been here 5 years and I am very happy. Staff does it's best to help, keep us safe. Stuff happens but I am very grateful and blessed. It's always works out.
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.
Plum Creek Supportive Living Community is located in beautiful Rolling Meadows, Illinois. Rolling Meadows is a quiet, relaxing community in Cook County in Northern Illinois. The Rolling Meadows Park District maintains several parks in the area where your grandchildren can play when they come to...
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This is the place to go for a community for your loved one. The meals are gourmet and as much as the residents want, and the meals are served in a beautiful dining room. The community has lots of...
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.
Arbor Terrace Highland Park is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle and experience greater well-being. The community offers spacious studio, one- and two-bedroom apartments, most with a kitchenette. Residents enjoy amenities including...

Cost of independent living in Wheeling, IL

The average cost of senior living in Wheeling is $3,395 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Prospect Heights, IL with an average of $3,395 per month.

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

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

Independent living costs in Wheeling, IL, vs. other senior living options

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

Independent living costs in Wheeling, IL, by floor plan type

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

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

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Wheeling 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
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Wheeling, 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%
Wheeling, 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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What families are saying about independent living in Wheeling

Recent reviews for independent living in Wheeling

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.

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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Lakeland Apartments in Fox Lake, IL

5.0
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

Wide range of activity offerings. Reviews consistently note the variety of activities available, including games, social events, musical performances, and exercise classes. Residents at Solstice at Palatine, Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Independent Living, and The Grand at Twin Lakes enjoy participating in acti ...
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Friendly and caring staff. Numerous reviews praise the kindness, compassion, and attentiveness of the staff. Families of residents at Discovery Village Des Plaines, Elison of Niles, and Inspirations of Northbrook express gratitude for the warm welcome and helpful nature of the staff, who go above and beyond to ensur ...
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Delicious and varied food options. Quality meals and dining experiences are a significant factor in resident satisfaction. Families at Discovery Village Des Plaines, Elison of Niles, and Inspirations of Northbrook comment on the excellent food and accommodating chefs who cater to individual dietary preferences. Residents at ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, both inside and out. Residents of Discovery Village Des Plaines, Discovery Village Hoffman Estates, and Sedgebrook, a CCRC enjoy living in beautiful, well-maintained spaces, while families at Church Creek and St ...
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Customizable care options. Several families comment on the flexibility of care options, allowing residents to receive the level of assistance they need while maintaining their independence. At Solstice at Palatine, Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Independent Living, and Asbury Court Senior Living Community, ...
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Engaging social environment. Reviews highlight the importance of social interaction and opportunities for residents to connect with one another. At Discovery Village Des Plaines, Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Independent Living, and The Grand at Twin Lakes, families and residents share positive experiences ...
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Wheeling independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Wheeling independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Wheeling, 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 Wheeling 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 Wheeling partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Wheeling, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.1%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
33.2%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.4%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.6%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Wheeling 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 Wheeling communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Wheeling, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.8%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.5%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
33%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.5%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Wheeling 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 Wheeling offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Wheeling, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.9%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.5%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.6%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.9%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.2%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.4%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.4%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
47.2%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
30.6%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.3%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.4%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Landing on Dundee Senior Living, Addolorata Villa and The Clare, a CCRC are the top-rated independent living facilities near Wheeling, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 581 independent living facilities near Wheeling, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Wheeling, Illinois are Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, Discovery Village Des Plaines and The Timbers of Shorewood. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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