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The cost of independent living in Whitaker is about $4,836 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 377 options. Read 8008 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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Photo of Caledonia Senior Living and Memory Care
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My sister has been living at Caledonia for many months. She requires 24 hour caregivers. We tried to have her live at home with caregivers, however it became unsustainable. Once we moved her into...
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.
Caledonia Senior Living is a small, private home providing both assisted living and 24-hour nursing care in a beautiful, intimate setting. Our home is nestled on five wooded acres, and offers a wide range of services and activities to meet all of your needs. We are a non-profit organization,...
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The facility was unbelievably clean. When residents were down for meals, the staff would pop in and tidy up, clean up the room. The staff was professional, but friendly. Being a smaller facility, it made...
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.
Built in 1939, Sunnymere has now been providing a home for seniors with the best care for 83 years. Our Executive Director is an RN, and we have CNA's and Nursing Assistants on duty 24/7. We are a small community--35 residents is our max. Sunnymere is located in the southeast corner of Aurora...
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What the facility lacks in modernization is more than made up for by staff care and friendliness. They are quick to communicate any health issues that occur, respond immediately to ensure resident safety,...
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.
Established in 1943 Jennings Terrace is a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to serving the needs of area senior citizens in a home-like setting. Jennings is a provider of affordable high quality services. Our services are responsive and flexible to meet current and changing demands. ...
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Great place they will work with you to see that you get what you would like for your family members care and welfare. plus the idea of an ER right around the corner is an added safety catch
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.
Homey, Craftsman-style architecture paired with stylish, chic interiors create a truly unique atmosphere that can only be found at Ciel Senior Living of Plainfield — a community offering assisted living and memory care services in Plainfield, Illinois. Residents can age in place while enjoying an...
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Please understand I am not a resident of Brighton. I go there twice daily to feed my wife who has been in memory care for a year and 9 months. Overall, the memory care staff is outstanding (5). The only...
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.
At Brighton Gardens of Wheaton we provide solutions for seniors who need assistance with their activities of daily living. Our service plans are individualized and provided by a team of specially trained, designated care managers who provide service for the same residents consistently, to build...
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My mom was a resident at Deer Creek Memory Care and recently passed away. The staff went above and beyond to make sure all her needs were met. They treated her like she was one of their family. I can’t say...
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.
Conceived by a group of physicians, Residences at Deer Creek is locally owned and operated offering a unique approach to senior living: the best in traditional care, infused with a culture of independence and choice.We take pride in the fact that our Executive Director, Director of Nursing,...
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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.
Bardwell Residences is a senior living community in an incredible historic building. Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care round out this 99 apartment community. We embrace our history and are Senior Living, Reimagined. Scheduled to open 4/1/23 the entire building has been renovated...
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Great overall experience. his wasn't easy for my parents but [name removed] with the facility made them feel welcomed and included from day 1. It was a great choice for our whole family and we are so...
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.
At Windward Pointe Senior Living, we've designed the very best in senior living by blending wonderful amenities with comfortable apartment homes, outstanding social and recreational events and health and wellness programs that deliver a fun and dignified lifestyle. Whether you are looking for a...
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We've had my mom on the assisted living side and she recently moved to memory care. We specifically chose Eden Vista bc they were able to offer both.Our experience with staff on the AL side has been...
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.
Eden Vista Rock Run is a premier assisted living and memory care community located in the heart of Joliet, Illinois. We offer a variety of spacious, comfortable floor plans designed to feel like home, along with engaging daily programming that supports wellness of the body, mind, and spirit —...
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What we like the most about the community is that the staff is very pleasant and friendly. There are a lot of activities offered. The apartment is very clean and spacious
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.
Hanover Place Senior living is a pet-friendly retirement community for seniors age 55 and over in the Chicago metropolitan area. Our private one-bedroom apartments allow seniors to maintain an active, independent lifestyle in their retirement years while taking advantage of our amenities. Our...
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Photo of Concord Place
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Staff is great. Helped personally with the move in. I don't do the activities but from what I've seen they try very hard. Food could be a bit healthier so id recommend a fridge in the room for produce and...
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.
EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE AT CONCORD PLACE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY We are so much more than a senior community. Concord Place Retirement Community is home. For over 25 years we have prided ourselves in creating a culture and atmosphere of comfort and love. To that end, we have focused our efforts...
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They have great staff and fun activities. The food and dining are very good. The apartment is clean and there is plenty of room. I'm very happy I picked this location.
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.
Good Times, Good PeopleAre you ready to enjoy everything senior living has to offer? At our continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in Lisle, Illinois, you can enjoy a beautiful and inviting environment with spacious common rooms, a fun-filled events calendar with a multitude of...
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They personalize activities and care to their patients. Yes, we would recommend The Roosevelt at Salt Creek to other families.
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 Roosevelt at Salt Creek is a new premier Senior Living community nestled in the heart of Elmhurst, IL. Formerly Lexington Square, the community was recently acquired by a Chicago-based real estate investment and asset management firm who will begin a multi-faceted, 25+ million dollar...
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I love the location and that it is a smaller facility. Just wish their memory care was not so expensive. I think it's the most expensive in the area.
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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It has been a good experience & staff & neighbors are very nice. The staff is very helpful. Just call their No & the reception desk will connect you to Right person
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.
Take a deep breath and imagine what your everyday life could be if you eliminate having to prepare and cook meals and significantly reduce your housekeeping duties. How would you like being able to walk to Mass, a gorgeous outdoor stations of the cross devotion, a fine restaurant, bistro, gift...
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My dad really loves [removed name]. He's been very helpful in his transition, both on a "new to the building," but on a personal level. He also likes the unit and feels as though it's enough space for him....
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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Levels of memory care - Circle of Friends, longevity of staff, dedication of staff. . Yes I would recommend Belmont Village Geneva Road 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.
Belmont Village Geneva Road is located in the greater-Chicago area, on farmland north of Wheaton, in the Village of Carol Stream. So as you might expect, assisted living residents of Belmont Village have easy access to all the amenities of a cosmopolitan city plus the comforts of the warm and...
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When I moved here, I wished I had not moved here. The unit had not been cleaned, it was stinky and nasty. Fast forward to now, new property manager and living here got much better. Thank God! It was so...
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 want to thank [name removed]and [name removed]for all they doing to help [name removed]. The overall staff has gone above and beyond to make her feel at home i have not seen my sister happy in 6 years. I...
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.
Autumn Green at Wright Campus is a senior living community located in the vibrant metropolis of Chicago, Illinois. This iconic city offers some of the best amenities in the country. Glass towers, luxury boutiques and fine dining can be found amongst the busy downtown core. Visiting family members...
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What we like the most about the Prairie Green at Fay's Point community is that they are very friendly and open. And they will work with you.
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.
Surround yourself with FriendsLocated in the heart of Chicago’s near south suburbs, the new Prairie Green at Fay’s Point offers resort-style living at an affordable rate. Our community is licensed for Supportive Living, an innovative model designed by the State of Illinois to provide affordable...
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There are several care givers who are exceptional and provide excellent and genuine care. The administration is willing to chat any time about my concerns. There are times that they are short staffed and...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nestled in the heart of Crest Hill, Willow Falls Senior Living has been serving seniors of Will County for 25 years. The campus was designed with consideration for every facet of a secure and enriching senior lifestyle; from a choice of meticulously designed apartments to a complete program of...
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When I moved into The Clare, it was for convenience, but it turned out to be much more. Besides a lovely apartment, there are more things to do than I can take advantage of, more conveniences than I have...
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 Clare rises as an integral part of downtown Chicago—with the blue of Lake Michigan at one hand, the proud skyline at the other and at its feet all you could ever desire for enrichment, excitement and fulfillment. This premiere retirement residence and the unique lifestyle it offers await you...
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They really worked with us. They are a little more expensive than some places but I think you get your moneys worth. They have a very professional staff and they do make family members feel good about the...
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Everything was awesome and if it was a good fit for my parents, we would've gone there. The only drawback was how small the rooms were They don't want something that small, it was too small for two people.
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 Park Place of St. John, a Providence Life Services Community, we understand that your needs may change over time. That’s why we offer comprehensive care services, including Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Skilled Nursing Care in a Long-Term Care setting. We also provide short-term...
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Cost of independent living in Whitaker, IL

The average cost of senior living in Whitaker is $4,836 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sun River Terrace, IL with an average of $4,145 per month.

Independent living costs in Whitaker, IL, vs. nearby cities

Whitaker, IL
$4,836/mo
$10,363/mo

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

Whitaker, IL
$4,836/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

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

$5,527/mo
Independent Living
$4,836/mo

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

Studio
$3,237/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,907/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,487/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,212/mo

Senior living costs in Whitaker 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: Whitaker, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWhitaker, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$4,836/mo$4,509/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$5,489/mo$5,469/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$5,527/mo$5,491/mo$5,013/mo
Independent Living
Whitaker, IL:$4,836/mo
Illinois:$4,509/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Whitaker, IL:$5,489/mo
Illinois:$5,469/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Whitaker, IL:$5,527/mo
Illinois:$5,491/mo
U.S.:$5,013/mo
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Independent living costs in Whitaker, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Whitaker 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
Whitaker, IL$2,963/mo$2,988/mo-0.8%
Illinois$3,110/mo$3,072/mo+1.2%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Whitaker, IL
2024 average cost:$2,963/mo
2023 average cost:$2,988/mo
Percent change:-0.8%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$3,110/mo
2023 average cost:$3,072/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Whitaker

Recent reviews for independent living in Whitaker

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.

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.

Whitaker independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Whitaker independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Whitaker, 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 Whitaker 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 Whitaker partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Whitaker, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.7%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.3%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
32.1%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.8%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.2%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Whitaker 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 Whitaker communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Whitaker, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
34.1%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
32.7%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Whitaker 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 Whitaker offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Whitaker, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.9%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.5%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
34.4%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.9%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.7%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.7%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.8%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.5%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
41.1%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
47.2%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
33.2%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.3%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.9%
46.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Residences at Coffee Creek, The Timbers of Shorewood and Palos Heights Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Whitaker, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 377 independent living facilities near Whitaker, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Whitaker, Illinois are The Timbers of Shorewood, StoryPoint Chesterton and Brookdale Glen Ellyn. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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