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The cost of independent living in East Chicago is about $3,395 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 246 options.

Read 8171 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance. You may also consider nearby communities such as Chicago, Orland Park and Oak Park.

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Photo of High Point Residence Chicago Northwest
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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: 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.
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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There is so much stuff to do here. Everyone working here is very courteous and helpful. The other residents are friendly too. The 3 meals a day are great! They are balanced meals and they change every day
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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66 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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The worker here are very nice and the staff are very helpful at what they are. They do best at least as they can with they the people they help here. Sorry about how a write this but I am happy about living...
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...
Photo of Bardwell Residences
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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.
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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2222 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
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Solstice is an independent l living community. They serve breakfast, lunch & dinner 7 days a week. The quality of the food is good. Various activities are planned a n d scheduled weekly. It is always clean...
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.
Solstice Senior Living at Joliet provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Just outside of Chicago, we're conveniently located in Joliet, a friendly suburb linked to the city by highways and trains. Our community has everything you could ever want; Joliet features...
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1010 Floor plans available
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There are more independent living residents than assisted living residents which gives the community a vibrant feel. Alcohol is permitted and even served. Residents are treated like adults. Very kind staff.
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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Photo of Ciel of Vernon Hills
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Everything is a 5 except the speed at which the food is served. That brings the rating down. We love our room, we love the rainforest, we love the activities, the food is delicious. The pool and the hot tub...
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.
Resort-Style Senior Living at Its FinestYou have options for senior living in the Chicago area. But none of them look like this. We provide a resort-like environment for independent senior living and assisted living. We are known for our indoor rainforest—at more than a football field long and...
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Photo of Senior Suites of New City
44 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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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...
Photo of Senior Suites of South Shore
33 Photos 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
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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Photo of River Glen of St. Charles
1818 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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Every staff member we encountered was professional, kind, caring, and helpful. There were plenty of fun activities to participate in as wanted, and my mom ended up enjoying lots of different things. 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.
Come experience what makes River Glen so special! Independent Living townhomes now available as rentals! With two models to choose from; the ranch model is 1,434 sq ft and our two story model is very spacious at 2400 Sq ft. Both include full basements and screened in sun porches...you won't need...
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Photo of Hanover Place
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I would rank all categories at 4 except for # 4. Staff is IN transition right now. Person who handled things left and his assistant is handing things and she seems overwhelmed. FOOD is planned by community...
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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Photo of Summit of Uptown
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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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Photo of Cordia Senior Residence
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The hallways need updating. Apartment was nice but the microwave they placed was too big for the counter. The value for the money is great
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.
Cordia Senior Residence is taking senior living to a new level and it all begins with the fresh and innovative approach that we take towards it. Through our staff and a variety of unique and engaging programs, we inspire our residents to lead lives on the own terms. At Cordia Senior Residence, we...
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Photo of Belmont Village Glenview
11 Video 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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Photo of The Lakes and Superior at Waterford
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Rating is 5 stars based on the experience so far which about 7 months. My mom did try the food which she said was delicious. Every request my mom has made about the cottage has been responded to quickly and...
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.
Each duplex home features 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, fully applianced kitchen, fireplace, laundry room, garage, front porch, Lifeline phone system, and many luxury features! Sunrooms and pond views are also available. Each is approx 1350 to 1500 sq. feet.Enjoy your independence on our 38 acre...
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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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There are no meals here, however everything about the place is perfect so close to the hospital and doctors. Activities for my parents, friendly staff. Very clean and they stand on top of things.
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.
Photo of Lisle Creek Estates
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55 Floor plans available
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I'm enjoying my new Lifestyle at Lisle Creek Estates. Great people. A lot to do. The people made my experience positive. I would highly recommend to others.
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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Staff is very friend My mother really enjoys the food The rooms are clean, and the lobby was recently updated Although my mother doesn't partake in a lot of the activities, it seems like they have a good...
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 Joliet
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Activities are minimal but, they have a huge game room. They do several outings a month & have parties for all holidays. There is no dining room or meals but, you have a full size kitchen. That includes a...
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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From my standpoint they are very responsible and helpful. My mom loves the place. Room size for 1 bedroom is generous and the cost can't be beat.
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.
One of the things that makes The Grand at Twin Lakes different is that you don't have to worry about what happens if your needs change down the road. We're an Independent Living community, but we also have a true Assisted Living Floating License. That means if you ever need help with things like...
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Photo of Trulee Evanston
1010 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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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's quiet, but the people are a very friendly and positive group. The complex only offers basic support, but is excellent and proactive about helping find additional support if needed.
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.
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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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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Photo of Plum Creek Chicago
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I love this place I just retired a month ago! I was scared at first not because of moving here just a new beginning ! The whole getting old and trusting people but I know for fact GOD sent me here!...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The newly acquired Plum Creek Chicago is a beautiful senior community for those 65 and over! This unique campus is ideally located in the West Lawn area of Chicago near the extensive shopping along Cicero Avenue and the best transportation Chicago has to offer. Both of our lifestyle options...
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Cost of independent living in East Chicago, IN

The average cost of senior living in East Chicago is $3,395 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Portage, IN with an average of $3,017 per month.

Independent living costs in East Chicago, IN, vs. state and national averages

East Chicago, IN
$3,395/mo
$2,933/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in East Chicago, IN, vs. other senior living options

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

Independent living costs in East Chicago, IN, by floor plan type

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

Senior living costs in East Chicago 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: East Chicago, IN
Column state: Indiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEast Chicago, INIndianaU.S.
Independent Living$3,395/mo$2,933/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$6,613/mo$4,849/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,913/mo$6,668/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
East Chicago, IN:$3,395/mo
Indiana:$2,933/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
East Chicago, IN:$6,613/mo
Indiana:$4,849/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
East Chicago, IN:$7,913/mo
Indiana:$6,668/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in East Chicago, IN, over time

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

East Chicago, ININ stateNational

Independent living cost trends in East Chicago, IN

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in East Chicago 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
East Chicago, IN$3,249/mo$3,092/mo+5.1%
Indiana$2,786/mo$2,768/mo+0.6%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
East Chicago, IN
2024 average cost:$3,249/mo
2023 average cost:$3,092/mo
Percent change:+5.1%
Indiana
2024 average cost:$2,786/mo
2023 average cost:$2,768/mo
Percent change:+0.6%
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 East Chicago

Recent reviews for independent living in East Chicago

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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The Landings Senior Living in Batavia, IL

4.3
The staff is extremely friendly. There lots of activities and outings. Beautiful campus and location!

East Chicago independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East Chicago independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East Chicago, 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 East Chicago 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 East Chicago partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
East Chicago, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.2%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.6%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
30.9%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.6%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in East Chicago 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 East Chicago communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East Chicago, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.1%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.1%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
39.8%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East Chicago 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 East Chicago offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
East Chicago, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
47.2%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.1%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.6%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.2%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.2%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.7%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.9%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.7%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
49.6%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
47.6%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
32.9%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45.1%
40.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Clare, a CCRC, Discovery Village Des Plaines and Sedgebrook, a CCRC are the top-rated independent living facilities near East Chicago, Indiana. See full list of communities.
There are 246 independent living facilities near East Chicago, Indiana. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in East Chicago, Indiana are Discovery Village Des Plaines, The Timbers of Shorewood and Brookdale Glen Ellyn. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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