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The cost of independent living in Lake Station is about $7,060 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 219 options. Read 5728 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 Senior Suites of South Shore
33 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.0
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30 reviews
9.0
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We got our mom a place at senior suites of south shore. The staff was friendly and informative while giving us a tour. They also were very flexible with the move in date. We helped our mother move in and...
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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55 Photos available
8.9
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10 reviews
8.9
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Monthly calendars are given to all residents. Many activities are offered from shopping, luncheons, religious opportunities, craft classes, and so much more. Moving here was the best decision I could 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.
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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11 Video available
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8.9
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32 reviews
8.9
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32 reviews
5 star
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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
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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.
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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Photo of Riverside Assisted Living and Memory Care, a CCRC
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8.9
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16 reviews
8.9
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Great staff, friendly atmosphere, clean facility and helpful when my mother needs help or has questions. Overall, fantastic environment for my mother.
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.
Riverside Senior Life is the areas only full continuum of care, with over 20 years of experience enriching lives in the community. From Independent Living to Skilled Nursing, Riverside Senior Life delivers a seamless continuum of care, unrivaled in its one-of-a-kind approach. As part of the...
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1515 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.9
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107 reviews
8.9
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107 reviews
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My brother in-law has been very happy with Brookdale. The staff is helpful and has enough activities that he is comfortably busy. Enjoys the exercise class and woodcarving and a few others. He enjoys walking...
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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1313 Photos available
8.8
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38 reviews
8.8
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So far all is well. We moved in the week before Christmas. Everyone we have met has welcomed us. We participated in 2 events since moving in. The Potluck Ugly Sweater Social & The NYE event. The staff here...
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 Celebrate Senior Living of Niles
99 Photos available
9.0
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95 reviews
9.0
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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.
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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Photo of Ascension Living Casa Scalabrini Village
11 Video available
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99 Floor plans available
8.8
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36 reviews
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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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1010 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
8.8
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42 reviews
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We are very happy with Willow Falls. They are taking good care of her. We love the atmosphere and the fact that her room looks like a little apartment with her furniture in there. We are there every other...
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.
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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1111 Photos available
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8.8
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35 reviews
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Right now it is under construction. So it is messy right now. But when complete it should be very nice and updated. I would recommend
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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Photo of Trulee Evanston
1010 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
8.7
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14 reviews
8.7
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14 reviews
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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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Photo of Senior Suites of Rainbow Beach
66 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.6
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30 reviews
8.6
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30 reviews
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[name removed] has been amazing. She plans activities for the residents. She knows most of it not all residents by name. The building is kept clean. The other residents are nice and friendly. So far we had...
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 Senior Suites of Hegewisch
44 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.6
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13 reviews
8.6
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13 reviews
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It's a nice place peaceful and we have events Bingo we have Bible studies. Watch tv on your floor and relax there. To me it's amazing and tacos place If they love Burgers king it's near. Oh yeah family...
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 Senior Suites of West Humboldt Park
77 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.6
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10 reviews
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Happy being here. Friendly neighbor they provide entertainment/activities/the staff is a big help to us. They come and check on the senior seeing that we all are ok.
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Imagine being able to live in a beautiful building, in a community of friends, receive monthly housekeeping services and benefit from specially designed safety features - all for one low affordable monthly rate and in the Chicago neighborhood you've called home for most of your life. As a...
Photo of Oak Park Arms Retirement Community
55 Photos available
8.6
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41 reviews
8.6
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41 reviews
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5 for sure on each. I like the security where people can't just walk in the building. I like the cleanliness of the property. I like the restaurant. And most of all I like the staff. They are professional...
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.
Built as a luxury hotel in 1922, the Oak Park Arms retained the original charm of the grand hotels of the 20th century. The apartments, Ballroom, Georgian Room Restaurant, Lounge, and meeting rooms have been renovated on an on-going basis. A rental retirement community for 26 years, the Oak Park...
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Photo of The Elms at Michigan City
1111 Photos available
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8.5
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23 reviews
8.5
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23 reviews
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Are you tired of shoveling snow, mowing the lawn, changing the furnace filters, repairing appliances, and even changing light bulbs my husband and I moved into Rittenhouse Villas and we love it!
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 Elms at Michigan City has dedicated staff, top-notch physicians, and all the elegance of a fine hotel. Team members work around the clock to assist residents in every way they can and help make their lives as secure and independent as possible. This includes concierge services, as well as...
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Photo of Plymouth Place, a CCRC
1111 Photos available
8.5
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6 reviews
8.5
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6 reviews
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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...
Photo of Senior Suites of Washington Heights
77 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.4
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92 reviews
8.4
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92 reviews
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Amazing and attentive staff. Very clean and well maintained facility. Seemingly a very good community of residents. It's a Perfect place for my Dad.
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 The Clare, a CCRC
11 Video available
1616 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.4
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12 reviews
8.4
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12 reviews
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I am the first of my group to move to a senior living facility; many of my friends say, "I am just not ready yet." My question is "when? if not now?" The Clare provides residents with a secure base from...
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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Photo of Elison of Niles
11 Video available
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8.3
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92 reviews
8.3
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92 reviews
5 star
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What we like the most about the community is the price, we got in while it was still monthly. We also like the activities and the staff. My recommendation to others would depend on their circumstances. This...
Provides: Independent Living
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.
Are you looking for Senior Independent Living in Chicago?Ready to slow life down and embrace a hassle-free lifestyle? Looking for new friends and a fresh perspective on life? Elison Independent Living of Niles is our charming senior living community Northwest of the city. We can’t wait to welcome...
Photo of Cordia Senior Residence
2323 Photos available
8.2
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46 reviews
8.2
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46 reviews
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I rate all categories a 5!!! Staff: kind, caring, helpful and always on time-on giving meds. This is a wonderful place to live.
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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1212 Photos available
8.0
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130 reviews
8.0
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130 reviews
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Very happy with Waterford. She is in Supportive Living with Medicaid. Very nice facility and staff. I think they do a great job with everything.
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 essence of Waterford Estates is best described in three words: understanding, care, and community. Waterford Estates is located near I57 & I80, on 12 beautiful acres with private walking paths, two ponds and scenic views. Our campus offers those age 62+ independence, privacy, security,...
Photo of Belmont Village Lincoln Park
11 Video available
1616 Photos available
2222 Floor plans available
8.1
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46 reviews
8.1
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46 reviews
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Staff is friendly and there are enough of them. Food variety is good and dining experience is as near restaurant level as one can get at an assisted living arrangement. it's not cheap - price increase for...
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 Belmont Village Lincoln Park, you’ll find the perfect blend of comfort, care and active living. The mid-rise building maintains the look and feel of the area with an architectural style very closely replicating the Nellie Black building that previously occupied the site. Nestled in the new...
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Photo of Senior Suites of Fay's Point
55 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.0
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21 reviews
8.0
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21 reviews
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What I like the most about Senior Suites is the people, the price, etc and I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience I have had so far.
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.
Senior Suites of Fay’s Point is a top rated, pet-friendly independent living community for seniors 62 and older in the greater Chicago area. Situated along Little Calumet River and the Cal Sag Channel, we provide a serene and comfortable environment and convenient location so seniors can maximize...
Photo of Brentwood at LaPorte
2323 Photos available
8.0
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16 reviews
8.0
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16 reviews
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The place is beautiful and the individual apartments are very nice. Also, Brentwood offered being able to go on Medicaid if Mom ran out of money. Most of the others didn't have this option. The staff was...
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.
Brentwood at La Porte is a senior care community offering independent living, assisted living and memory care services in La Porte, Indiana. Our stunning community is located in a peaceful residential area just ten miles south of Lake Michigan in the heart of La Porte. La Porte is a highly...
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Cost of independent living in Lake Station, IN

The average cost of senior living in Lake Station is $7,060 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gary, IN with an average of $2,479 per month.

Independent living costs in Lake Station, IN, vs. nearby cities

Lake Station, IN
$7,060/mo
$2,791/mo

Independent living costs in Lake Station, IN, vs. state and national averages

Lake Station, IN
$7,060/mo
$3,197/mo
U.S. national average
$4,184/mo

Independent living costs in Lake Station, IN, vs. other senior living options

$5,186/mo
Independent Living
$7,060/mo

Independent living costs in Lake Station, IN, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,325/mo
Studio
$5,179/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,255/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,305/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,696/mo

Senior living costs in Lake Station 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: Lake Station, IN
Column state: Indiana
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLake Station, INIndianaU.S.
Independent Living$7,060/mo$3,197/mo$4,184/mo
Assisted Living$4,416/mo$4,008/mo$4,779/mo
Memory Care$5,186/mo$5,061/mo$5,535/mo
Independent Living
Lake Station, IN:$7,060/mo
Indiana:$3,197/mo
U.S.:$4,184/mo
Assisted Living
Lake Station, IN:$4,416/mo
Indiana:$4,008/mo
U.S.:$4,779/mo
Memory Care
Lake Station, IN:$5,186/mo
Indiana:$5,061/mo
U.S.:$5,535/mo
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Independent living costs in Lake Station, IN, over time

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

Lake Station, ININ stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Lake Station, IN

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Lake Station 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
Lake Station, IN$3,306/mo$3,818/mo-13.4%
Indiana$2,530/mo$2,575/mo-1.7%
National$3,222/mo$3,101/mo+3.9%
Lake Station, IN
2024 average cost:$3,306/mo
2023 average cost:$3,818/mo
Percent change:-13.4%
Indiana
2024 average cost:$2,530/mo
2023 average cost:$2,575/mo
Percent change:-1.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,222/mo
2023 average cost:$3,101/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Lake Station

Recent reviews for independent living in Lake Station

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.

Tinley Court Catered Senior Living in Tinley Park, IL

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

Welcoming and friendly staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and approachability of the staff at various communities. For example, at The Timbers of Shorewood, the staff addresses residents and families by name and go above and beyond to ensure everyone feels welcome. At StoryPoint Chesterton, all staff members are ...
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Social activities for residents. Residents find joy in the wide range of social activities offered within communities. At Senior Suites of Bridgeport, residents participate in daily activities such as water exercise, Bingo, LRC, euchre, and chair yoga. At Clarendale of Addison, the Clarendale of Addison hosts different them ...
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Cleanliness and maintenance. Many reviews praise the cleanliness of the communities, whether it's for the private rooms, communal areas, or outdoor spaces. At Waterford Estates Senior Living, the staff is described as responsive to maintenance requests, ensuring the facilities are always well maintained. At Brookdale Lis ...
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Delicious and diverse meals. Throughout reviews, high-quality food stands out as a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their communities. At Senior Suites of Garfield Ridge, the staff received praise for accommodating dietary restrictions and individual preferences, ensuring residents look forward t ...
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Communication between residents and staff. Families and residents appreciate the clear and consistent communication between them and community staff. At Solstice at Joliet, the staff goes the extra mile to keep residents and their loved ones informed and make sure care needs are being met. At Senior Suites of Bridgeport, staff member ...
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Spacious and well-designed apartments. Residents often praise the ample space and thoughtful design of their apartments. At Senior Suites of Bridgeport, residents enjoy the quiet and family like atmosphere of the community, which feels more like an apartment complex than a facility. At StoryPoint Chesterton, residents appreciate ...
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Lake Station independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lake Station independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lake Station, 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 Lake Station 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 Lake Station partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lake Station, INNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
28.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.6%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Lake Station 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 Lake Station communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lake Station, INNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
36.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
36.7%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lake Station 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 Lake Station offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lake Station, INNational
Activity director
Activity director
44%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.9%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.9%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
39.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.7%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
43%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
46.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
44%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
30%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
41.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.9%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Inspirations of Northbrook, Discovery Village Des Plaines and StoryPoint Chesterton are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lake Station, Indiana. See full list of communities.
There are 219 independent living facilities near Lake Station, Indiana. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Lake Station, Indiana are Inspirations of Northbrook, Discovery Village Des Plaines and StoryPoint Chesterton. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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