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11 Video available
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The food was excellent, prepared by a chef. The only drawback was occasional long waits for the elevator. It's unfortunate this location is closing, but they are assisting residents with relocation. Recently...
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.
Healthier Life, Healthier YouHave you been on the hunt for an exceptional senior living experience that gives you the quality care you want without sacrificing the independence and freedom you crave? If so, look no further. Our independent and assisted living community is located within walking...
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The staff is professional and very friendly and knowledgeable taking care of their clients. My sister who is a resident on their memory care unit? So she does not attend dinner in their main dining room,...
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.
Celebrate Senior Living of Niles is a close-knit continuing care senior retirement community with independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing rehabilitation care. It is located in the Village of Niles, Cook County, Illinois, a peaceful suburb ten minutes from Chicago.As...
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66 Floor plans available
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From the staff, to the nurses, caregivers/PALs, and foodservice crew, everyone is friendly and professional. BV is very client focused, attentive, and thorough. There's peace of mind knowing that my Mom...
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.
Belmont Village of Glenview, Illinois is situated in the heart of a beautiful residential area. Our community is convenient to Old Orchard, the botanical gardens and many places of worship. There are also major medical centers and hospitals in close to the facility, including the new Glenview...
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Staff and caregivers are so helpful and supportive. [community removed] stall and caregivers were major disappointments. I would recommend Summit to family and friends.
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.
Summit of Uptown is located in the heart of Park Ridge and offers independent living, assisted living and memory care. Our community features spacious studio, one bedroom and two bedroom apartments within an active lifestyle community.We offer onsite daily activities focused on building deep...
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They have kind staff, beautiful establishment, lovely location, clean rooms, activities like movie night w/popcorn, cards, bus rides to Meijer, my mom enjoys the peaceful lake views as well as the weddings...
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.
The Whitcomb, located in downtown St. Joseph, Michigan, is a retirementcommunity for senior citizens. It was once a well-known hotel that hostedpresidents, entertainers, and professional athletes. Nowadays, it's a hubfor active and lively seniors in Southwest Michigan. The community issituated at...
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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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The wait staff in kitchen the best. They don't get paid enough. It was for myself I'm [age removed] so I'm probably the youngest person in the building at The Roosevelt
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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The nursing care could be a little better. Not enough communication. So you need to keep on top of it. Especially their meds.
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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My Sòn, after looking at many senior places found the Concord. I had just moved here from Minneapolis after my husband died and lived with my son's family which was grand for 4 years but I needed to be with...
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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11 Video available
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77 Floor plans available
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My mother is Jewish and they support that. Also, she has a friend that lives there from high school. I do recommend The Lincolnwood place. They do a great job. My mother is extremely happy and that's what...
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.
Lincolnwood Place offers independent living and assisted living in Lincolnwood, Illinois. Lincolnwood is a village in Cook County and is most widely known as the home of the Purple Hotel, which has a place in local lore. In addition to the intrigue surrounding this historical site, the village...
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Photo of Senior Suites of South Shore
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22 Floor plans available
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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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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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American House has a vibrant senior community comprised of 2 floors or assisted living, 3 floors of independent living, and one secured floor for memory care. Each type of living has its own beautiful...
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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It's a very good place! Clean and well-maintained, responsive and pleasant (and patient) staff, and friendly neighbors. They are in an ownership/management transition but seem to be handling it well
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.
Since opening in December 1999, Oak Woods Manor has become The Choice for Retirement Living in LaPorte. Apartments are available in a variety of floor plans, and each has its own private entrance and its own thermostat to control. Oak Woods Manor is full of friendly, active residents who enjoy...
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I chose this facility because it was new, it smelled clean and everyone was friendly. I would tell others to do their own laundry.
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 Cedarhurst of Frankfort, 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 Frankfort, Illinois, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living, memory care for...
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We love Marion Village! Super staff and lovely accommodations...I would recommend it as my mother in law seems very happy and they have transportation to take her shopping / Dr appointments.
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.
Looking for senior housing near you? Situated on 80 sprawling acres in the southwest suburbs of Chicago, Marian Village in Homer Glen, Illinois offers easy living that is enriching and inspiring. Our Catholic senior living community welcomes people of all faiths as our focus is truly on your...
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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
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.
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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The facility is pleasant and welcoming when you walk in the first time. Grounds around the facility are well kept and ample area to walk around, including nearby parks. Staff are nice although I notice some...
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.
Ascension Living Casa Scalabrini Village is a faith-based senior living campus offering a variety of independent living options. Our primary focus is the comfort and well being of our residents! We offer 184 spacious independent living residences in a variety of floor plans, including studio,...
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For me, it's simple, I have been without my own place for years... and now it's friendly, it's highly convenient, public transportation wise, and most of all... it's mine!
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...
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So far I would give all 5s. We have been very impressed so far.she has only been there one month but all good so far. The staff are all very friendly and helpful. Anything we have needed they have been there...
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.
When you find a community that delivers all that matters most to you with sophistication, excellence and flair; you want to make it your own. Trulee Evanston offers a fresh, contemporary senior living experience with the highest caliber of Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care....
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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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Staff very friendly and professional. We have used Oakton several times for my disabled brother while we were out of town. They were very accommodating to his needs. We would certainly look to Generations...
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.
Generations at Oakton offers Independent and Assisted Living at the Arms while Oakton Pavilion offers short term rehabilitation as well as long term skilled nursing care. Allowing the campus to offer a continuum of care should the need arise. All residents are able to come and go as they please,...
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Staff is very friendly and always willing to help your loved one out. They plan lots of activities and special concerts for not only your loved one but for family to join 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.
Tanglewood Trace is an independent and assisted living community in Mishawaka, Indiana. Mishawaka is a vibrant city located near South Bend. Mishawaka is a quaint and charming city, known for its Midwestern charm, friendly people and abundance of outdoor spaces. Home to one of the largest...
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5 for questions 1-6. The facility is ALWAYS immaculate! They raised the rent 10% in the second year. That seems very high for a senior independent living!!! The staff is sooo helpful and caring. 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.
WHERE ALL DOORS OPEN TO THE HEART OF THE CITYDiscover an active senior living lifestyle at the heart of bustling, downtown Evanston, IL. Our beautifully restored historic property is minutes from Chicago, a few blocks from the lakeshore and North Shore neighborhoods, and steps away from...
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A large population of independent living households which have provided me with many of my favorite activities and friends including visiting the Chicago symphony orchestra, the Lyric Opera, discussion...
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.
A La Grange Park landmark, Plymouth Place is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) that provides independent living, assisted living, memory support and skilled care.Plymouth Place's 20-acre campus offers the beauty of private, tree-lined lanes, plus the convenience of being located...

Cost of independent living in Dune Acres, IN

The average cost of senior living in Dune Acres is $10,653 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Winfield, IN with an average of $3,170 per month.

Independent living costs in Dune Acres, IN, vs. nearby cities

Dune Acres, IN
$10,653/mo
$8,518/mo

Independent living costs in Dune Acres, IN, vs. state and national averages

Dune Acres, IN
$10,653/mo
$3,271/mo
U.S. national average
$4,330/mo

Independent living costs in Dune Acres, IN, vs. other senior living options

$6,210/mo
Independent Living
$10,653/mo

Independent living costs in Dune Acres, IN, by floor plan type

Studio
$15,558/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,037/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,628/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,700/mo

Senior living costs in Dune Acres 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: Dune Acres, IN
Column state: Indiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDune Acres, INIndianaU.S.
Independent Living$10,653/mo$3,271/mo$4,330/mo
Assisted Living$4,465/mo$4,076/mo$4,881/mo
Memory Care$6,210/mo$5,131/mo$5,615/mo
Independent Living
Dune Acres, IN:$10,653/mo
Indiana:$3,271/mo
U.S.:$4,330/mo
Assisted Living
Dune Acres, IN:$4,465/mo
Indiana:$4,076/mo
U.S.:$4,881/mo
Memory Care
Dune Acres, IN:$6,210/mo
Indiana:$5,131/mo
U.S.:$5,615/mo
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Independent living costs in Dune Acres, IN, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Dune Acres 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.

Dune Acres, ININ stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Dune Acres, IN

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Dune Acres 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
Dune Acres, IN$3,273/mo$3,290/mo-0.5%
Indiana$2,505/mo$2,554/mo-1.9%
National$3,241/mo$3,153/mo+2.8%
Dune Acres, IN
2024 average cost:$3,273/mo
2023 average cost:$3,290/mo
Percent change:-0.5%
Indiana
2024 average cost:$2,505/mo
2023 average cost:$2,554/mo
Percent change:-1.9%
National
2024 average cost:$3,241/mo
2023 average cost:$3,153/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Dune Acres

Recent reviews for independent living in Dune Acres

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.

High Point Residence Tinley Park

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

5.0
I like Mather Place because everyone is my friend: the people who live here and the people who work here. I can be alone if I choose but I can also always find an activity or a friend to spend time with. We care for each other, we help each other, we have fun together, and we respect each ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Wide range of activities for residents. Residents at various communities enjoy a diverse selection of activities, including movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and singing. Families praise the wide range of offerings at communities like Concord Place, Burr Ridge Senior Living, and The Breakers at Edgewater Beach.
Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews mention the kind and caring nature of the staff, who go above and beyond to make residents feel welcomed and comfortable. Families express appreciation for the long-term relationships they've developed with caregivers at communities like Discovery Village Des Plaines, Senior S ...
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Excellent food and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, the quality of the food stands out as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. Residents at Senior Suites of Garfield Ridge, StoryPoint Schererville, and StoryPoint Chesterton look forward to mealtimes every day due to the chef's accommoda ...
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Properly maintained interior spaces. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of communities, whether it's for the private rooms or group areas. Residents of Bridgeway of Bensenville, Senior Suites of Bridgeport, and Palos Heights Senior Living mention the pristine bathrooms and well-maintained common areas.
Thorough communication between families and staff. Families appreciate clear and effective communication with loved ones and staff to keep everyone informed and ensure care needs are being met. The community director at Senior Suites Ravenswood Manor sets regular meetings with senior residents and their loved ones, both in person and virtually ...
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Beautiful outdoor spaces and gardens. Residents find enjoyment in the outdoor areas, which include gardens and walking trails. At Oak Woods Manor, Concord Place, and StoryPoint Chesterton, the landscaping is a favorite among residents, providing a peaceful environment to relax and socialize.
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Dune Acres independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dune Acres independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dune Acres, 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 Dune Acres 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 Dune Acres partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dune Acres, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.5%
20.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.5%
35.2%
No sugar
No sugar
27.3%
31.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.7%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.6%
11.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Dune Acres 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 Dune Acres communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dune Acres, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.7%
37.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
39%
44.3%
Room service
Room service
33.2%
37.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.9%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dune Acres 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 Dune Acres offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dune Acres, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.2%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.2%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.6%
33.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.2%
48.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.8%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.3%
54.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36.4%
43.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.8%
39.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.6%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.3%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
40.6%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
27.3%
33.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
38%
40.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.8%
47.2%
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Frequently Asked Questions

StoryPoint Chesterton, Discovery Village Des Plaines and Palos Heights Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dune Acres, Indiana. See full list of communities.
There are 199 independent living facilities near Dune Acres, Indiana. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Dune Acres, Indiana are Discovery Village Des Plaines, Clarendale Six Corners and Brookdale Oak Park. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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