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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Darien, IL

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Photo of Ignite Christian Health Care Bolingbrook
Provides: Assisted 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.
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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
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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 Charles Court
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Homer Township
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.
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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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Our parents have been here a year and a half now and we love this for them. Dad, who is becoming forgetful, is safe and loves taking walks in the lobby and seeing people who know who he is. Even mom, who...
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.
Independence Village was established with the intent to provide seniors with an opportunity to enjoy their retirement years to the fullest. We included all the comforts of home and replaced the worries of homeownership with a carefree lifestyle full of activities and new friends. Seniors who call...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Darien, IL

The average cost of senior living in Darien is $5,730 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bolingbrook, IL with an average of $5,144 per month.

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

Darien, IL
$5,730/mo
$5,921/mo

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

Darien, IL
$5,730/mo
U.S. national average
$4,017/mo

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

$5,598/mo
Independent Living
$5,730/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,115/mo
Studio
$5,365/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,495/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,266/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,177/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$5,730/mo$4,331/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living$5,551/mo$5,149/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,598/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Darien, IL:$5,730/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
Darien, IL:$5,551/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Darien, IL:$5,598/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/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.

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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$3,439/mo$4,256/mo-19.2%
Illinois$3,084/mo$3,069/mo+0.5%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
Darien, IL
2024 average cost:$3,439/mo
2023 average cost:$4,256/mo
Percent change:-19.2%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$3,084/mo
2023 average cost:$3,069/mo
Percent change:+0.5%
National
2024 average cost:$3,257/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Darien

Recent reviews for independent living in Darien

Silver Glen Senior Living in South Elgin, IL

4.7
I would definitely recommend Silver Glen Senior Living to others. The facility itself is great, the rooms are really nice, and everyone seems so nice and welcoming. Another great thing they have is they work with a company that provides Physical therapy, Speech and OT on the premises.. so ...
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Liberty Village in Elmhurst, IL

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

Royal Estates Assistive Living in Dolton, IL

4.9
We were looking for place for our Mother to live near us. After touring a fair amount of facilities in Southern suburbs, we had almost give up. Then my sister and I found Royal Estates. After meeting with the staff there we thought this might be good fit for Mother. We learned that the services ...
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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%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
52.5%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
49.2%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
49.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.6%
8.1%
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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%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
61%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
52.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
23.7%
17.4%
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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%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
57.6%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.1%
49.3%
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%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
57.6%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
64.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
67.8%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
64.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
45.8%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
49.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
66.1%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Mercy Circle Senior Living, Palos Heights Senior Living and Brookdale Glen Ellyn are the top-rated independent living facilities near Darien, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 67 independent living facilities near Darien, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Darien, Illinois are Brookdale Northbrook, Brookdale Des Plaines and The Timbers of Shorewood. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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