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Photo of Brookdale Glen EllynCommunity card badge
1616 Photos available
9.9
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131 reviews
9.9
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131 reviews
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I knew Brookdale Glen Ellyn would be the place for me before my kids even visited! If I could rate dining a 10+ out of 5 I would! It’s a great and friendly community. I am enjoying making my apartment my own
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.
If you’re ready to trade your hedge clippers for golf clubs, our senior living community just outside of Chicago might be the right fit for you.Here you’ll have the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with both independent living and assisted living on the same campus. Trade home...
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Photo of Palos Heights Senior Living
11 Video available
1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.9
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103 reviews
9.9
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103 reviews
5 star
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Both of my parents moved to Palos Senior Living in 2021. Dad was 90 and somewhat less social than Mom at 89. Their independent living apartment was clean, comfortable and plenty spacious for the 2 of them. ....
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 trees next to the Calumet-Saganashkee Channel, this community offers the best of both worlds for those who want to enjoy the great outdoors and have creature comforts close to home. Nearby, Olde Palos Shopping Centre and Orland Square shopping mall should take care of your shopping...
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Photo of Clarendale of Addison
1010 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.8
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90 reviews
9.8
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90 reviews
5 star
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My dad ended up not going into the Clarendale community and staying at home with my mom, but Clarendale would be our first choice if he does need a higher level of care. I can't give enough praise to Linda,...
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.
Clarendale of Addison senior living community offers extraordinary independent living, assisted living, and memory care all under one roof. Service-rich, yet as comfortable and welcoming as a friendly village, Clarendale of Addison keeps you connected to the people and places you love most.Our...
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77 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.8
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60 reviews
9.8
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60 reviews
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The staff in Gage Park are very nice and helpful, I will recommend other people to come and live here if they could. I just want to say. Thank you. You all are doing a good job.
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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11 Video available
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9.8
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75 reviews
9.8
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75 reviews
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Brookdale Oak Park is very nice place, very good staffing, good food, overall a pleasant place. Staff is exceptional.. great location they have very pleasant activities most days. I am able to include my...
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.
Everything You Want, Everything You NeedIf first impressions are everything, we think we make a pretty good one. Nestled between historic Frank Lloyd Wright homes and a vibrant downtown shopping district, the location of our independent and assisted living community is just the start of what...
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2121 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
9.8
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135 reviews
9.8
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135 reviews
5 star
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..our aunt consistently says they are taking very good care of her. The facility has a very home like feel. The staff is very accessible, responds quickly when issues have come up and their caring attitude...
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.
Sunrise Senior Living introduces Fountain Square, a beautiful environment designed to fit your lifestyle...today and tomorrow! Located in Lombard, Illinois, about 20 miles west of downtown Chicago and offers assisted living, independent living, and 2 levels of memory care - Reminiscence and...
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Photo of Lombard Place Assisted Living and Memory Care
1010 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.6
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140 reviews
9.6
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140 reviews
5 star
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The staff is friendly, the rooms are beautiful. Constant activities and outings. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The new Lombard Place Assisted Living and Memory Care in Lombard, IL is the perfect alternative for seniors who value their independence but still need some help from time to time. Carefully designed and professionally managed, Lombard Place features beautiful apartments in a home-like setting....
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1515 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.6
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129 reviews
9.6
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129 reviews
5 star
62%
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More men than the other facilities, very friendly, clean, everyone have to eat in dining room ( no hiding in your room). Atria has a Memory Unit , so he would not have to be moved to a different location and...
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.
Located in a residential neighborhood only minutes from Wheaton, Atria Park of Glen Ellyn offers all the benefits of living in a vibrant, supportive community, with the discreet support of a care staff close at hand. Without the worries of chores and home maintenance, residents are free to pursue...
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1111 Photos available
9.6
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133 reviews
9.6
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133 reviews
5 star
58%
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Facilities were good size and kept very clean. Food was very good. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one. However this is the only place I visited but we were...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to HarborChase of Naperville Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Here, you’ll discover stimulating activities, customized programs, innovative health services and generous amenities, along with a welcome abundance of Midwestern charm. We offer a large variety of spacious and...
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Photo of StoryPoint Bolingbrook
1212 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.6
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109 reviews
9.6
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109 reviews
5 star
67%
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I have been here for 1 year. I am very happy here. from the executive director to the life enrichment director to all the staff and chef and wellness director. They are so friendly and will help with my...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Thoughtfully designed to help older adults enjoy greater well-being, StoryPoint Bolingbrook is an assisted living and memory care community serving the families of Bolingbrook and Naperville.Whether residents select a spacious studio, one- or two-bedroom apartment, they will have access to a...
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Photo of Oak Trace a CCRC
1414 Photos available
9.5
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19 reviews
9.5
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19 reviews
5 star
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Great offerings. Great clientele. If you can afford this, it is good activity, socialization, meals, facility. I toured many, I didn't see anything better than this in our area.
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.
Oak Trace, located in Downers Grove, IL, is not-for-profit continuing care retirement community that offers a continuum of living options. Catered living, skilled nursing care and memory support are all situated right on campus. With everything so close by, you'll know that you can find whatever...
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Photo of The Sheridan at Oak Brook
1010 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
9.5
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31 reviews
9.5
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31 reviews
5 star
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It is pleasant here. Residents are friendly and staff is considerate, responsive, and caring. I would recommend it to others. Our story is not like those online or most people here. I found The Sheridan at...
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.
Start living an upscale lifestyle in the spring of 2021 at The Sheridan at Oak Brook. Learn about our exclusive Diamond Charter Membership!The Sheridan at Oak Brook is located in one of Chicago’s most fancied neighborhoods. Part of the Signature Collection at Senior Lifestyle, this community...
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Photo of Lexington Square Lombard a CCRC
1515 Photos available
9.5
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25 reviews
9.5
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25 reviews
5 star
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You should be aware that Lexington was sold to the Citrine Investment Group and will be run by Certus Living as of 5/1/2026. No immediate changes in staffing or procedures are initially planned. Some...
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 Lexington Square Lombard a CCRC, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. We offer free high speed internet. Free resident parking and guest parking available at our location. All...
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Photo of Burr Ridge Senior Living
1414 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.4
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63 reviews
9.4
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63 reviews
5 star
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Burr Ridge Senior Living location is near my hospital, dialysis and doctors. Shopping is close by. Walgreens, and convenience stores are next door. My roomy, independent cottage, with a soothing fireplace,...
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 Burr Ridge Senior Living, we live by our core values of integrity, respect, leadership, personal growth, excellence, and stewardship.Our commitment to service and dedication to compassionate senior care can be felt throughout our community. From our empathetic staff to the many organized...
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77 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
9.4
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75 reviews
9.4
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75 reviews
5 star
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One word "IMPECCABLE". The level of excellence that Bethlehem Woods have from the entry staff ([name removed]) to the custodial staff ([Name Removed]) and the maintenance engineer ( I can't remember his...
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.
Bethlehem Woods Retirement Community offers 270 spacious independent living residences and 64 licensed assisted living apartments in a variety of floor plans. Independent living amenities include: restaurant-style dinner served daily, 24-hour staff and emergency call system, Wellness Clinic and...
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Photo of Sunrise of Naperville North
1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.3
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81 reviews
9.3
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81 reviews
5 star
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The building is beautiful. Even the studio size was good. They had a great food selection. The building looked and smelled clean. The staff was friendly, competent, and consistent, with no use of contract...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
With over 35 years of experience in senior care, Sunrise Senior Living offers elegant environments, in which we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by...
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Photo of Brighton Gardens of Wheaton
1818 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.2
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71 reviews
9.2
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71 reviews
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Staff is so friendly and they get to know the residents and the families. A real relationship is formed. They encourage residents to participate in activities in order to keep them active and engaged. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Brighton Gardens provides assisted living in an apartment-style setting that offers the simple pleasures - nutritious food, comfortable surroundings, and the support of a warm, caring and competent staff. Two separate, secured Reminiscence Neighborhoods are available for residents with...
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Photo of The Roosevelt at Salt Creek
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9.2
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46 reviews
9.2
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46 reviews
5 star
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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, 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.
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 Cedarhurst of Naperville
2525 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.1
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58 reviews
9.1
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58 reviews
5 star
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Main entrance was very clean bright and decorated. We were able to reserve the party room for a family party. Room was clean and bright. Plenty of room nice kitchen facility. Bar fixtures and a pool table...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Cedarhurst of Naperville in Woodridge, IL, offers 85 assisted living apartments and 24 memory care residences. Designed with residents' best interests in mind, individualized care plans are tailored to their needs. Our community values exceptional days at Cedarhurst, providing more than just a...
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Photo of Brookdale Lisle
1515 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.1
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111 reviews
9.1
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111 reviews
5 star
58%
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3 star
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The physical therapy was great, my mother's mobility improved! Also very nice program and the best part, the people. Both residents and staff. They have a very nice buddy program for new residents
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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Photo of Marian Village
55 Photos available
8.9
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11 reviews
8.9
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11 reviews
5 star
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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, 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.
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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72 reviews
8.9
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72 reviews
5 star
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The facility is nice, but at times understaffed and my Dad has had to wait to be helped. The room is sized well and overall the facility is clean.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
At our continuing care retirement community, or CCRC, located just outside of Chicago, you can redefine your independence. You’ll have the care you need when you need it with assisted living, Alzheimer’s and dementia care and skilled nursing all on one campus. You’ll have assistance with...
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Photo of Sunrise of Palos Park
1515 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.8
Review score
84 reviews
8.8
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84 reviews
5 star
52%
4 star
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3 star
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We are very impressed with Sunrise of Palos Park. We know our Mom is a challenge, but the staff has been extremely patient and professional. We rate all categories a 5.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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Photo of Sunrise of Naperville
1414 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.7
Review score
59 reviews
8.7
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59 reviews
5 star
61%
4 star
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3 star
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Sunrise is a very nice place to live, my sister in law loves it there. All the staff knows my sister in law's name, which is very nice. The head nurse [name removed], is kind, she makes mental notes...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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8.7
Review score
27 reviews
8.7
Review score
27 reviews
5 star
53%
4 star
22%
3 star
7%
2 star
7%
1 star
11%
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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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Cost of independent living in Darien, IL

The average cost of senior living in Darien is $3,373 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chicago, IL with an average of $2,833 per month.

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

Darien, IL
$3,373/mo
$3,505/mo
$2,833/mo

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

Darien, IL
$3,373/mo
U.S. national average
$3,510/mo

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

$7,803/mo
Independent Living
$3,373/mo

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

Studio
$2,864/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,038/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,042/mo

Senior living costs in Darien 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: Darien, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDarien, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,373/mo$3,325/mo$3,510/mo
Assisted Living$6,590/mo$6,315/mo$5,805/mo
Memory Care$7,803/mo$7,615/mo$6,971/mo
Independent Living
Darien, IL:$3,373/mo
Illinois:$3,325/mo
U.S.:$3,510/mo
Assisted Living
Darien, IL:$6,590/mo
Illinois:$6,315/mo
U.S.:$5,805/mo
Memory Care
Darien, IL:$7,803/mo
Illinois:$7,615/mo
U.S.:$6,971/mo
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Independent living costs in Darien, IL, over time

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

Darien, ILIL stateNational

Independent living cost trends in Darien, IL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Darien 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
Darien, IL$3,273/mo$3,089/mo+5.9%
Illinois$3,238/mo$3,056/mo+6.0%
National$3,411/mo$3,314/mo+2.9%
Darien, IL
2024 average cost:$3,273/mo
2023 average cost:$3,089/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$3,238/mo
2023 average cost:$3,056/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
National
2024 average cost:$3,411/mo
2023 average cost:$3,314/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about independent living in Darien

Recent reviews for independent living in Darien

Liberty Village in Elmhurst, IL

5.0
I could not be happier with the Liberty Village community is every regard. [name removed] and [name removed] has been amazing and I am very happy that my father is there. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.

Victory Centre of Elk Grove in Elk Grove Village, IL

5.0
My brother lives in Victory Centre of Elk Grove Village, IL. I visit him frequently and I have found it to be Clean, Friendly and warm. The Staff from Administration to Nursing, Dining, and Maintence are all warm and caring, they know the residents' names, are respectful and always willing ...
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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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Darien independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Darien independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Darien, 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 Darien 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 Darien partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Darien, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
52.5%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.5%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
49.2%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49.2%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.6%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Darien 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 Darien communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Darien, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50.8%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
52.5%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Darien 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 Darien offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Darien, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
64.4%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
52.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
57.6%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.1%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
61%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.6%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.4%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
67.8%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
64.4%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
45.8%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
49.2%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.1%
46.9%
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