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My grandmother is very comfortable in this community. It is very clean i have no complaints about it. My grandmother is known by her name, which is great that she is getting that one on one attention. They...
Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
Our longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Victory Centre of Galewood community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one. Above all else, this is your life and...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
Smith Village Continuing Care Retirement Community - Chicago, IL Smith Village, one of two Smith Senior Living communities, located in Chicago, IL, in the Beverly neighborhood, is a Continuing Care Retirement Community that’s backed by the strength and experience of Smith Senior Living.Since...
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The community at The Montclare is good, they have rides to the stores they have food plates at a low price and my mother managed to get a helper there.
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.
The Montclare Senior Residences would like to invite you to visit our upscale Senior Apartment community for qualified residents ages 55 or better. Located two blocks east of Oak Park Avenue and two blocks south of Fullerton/Grand Avenue in Chicago. The Montclare Senior Residences will change...
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This is a nice place to live. It is secure. I like my apartment. I enjoy the security of the building. The staff is nice to deal with. There are a lot of activities for the residents to choose...
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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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
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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Situated on a beautifully wooded site, Arborwood at Altenheim offers the finest in independent living. Designed for the independent seniors who desires the freedom of a carefree lifestyle, Arborwood apartments feature all the comforts of home within an atmosphere rich in history and charm. Just...
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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.
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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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: 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: 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: 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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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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Wrightwood Senior Apartments are located in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, one of the most exciting cities in the United States. With a population of over three million people, Chicago is buzzing with life and opportunities. Wrightwood Senior Apartments offer convenience and comfort in a healthy...
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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: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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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Provides: Assisted Living
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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.
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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.
Wheeler HouseWheeler House is a 55 and older senior apartment located in the exciting and picturesque city of Chicago, Cook County, Illinois. Our warm and friendly community is situated within convenient transit stops, making it easy for loving friends and family to visit. This resident is a...
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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.
Heritage Woods of Chicago is an affordable assisted living community exclusively designed for low income seniors 65 or older. Fully certified by the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Living, Heritage Woods is located on the west side of Chicago. Heritage Woods is a lovely place to 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.
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.

Cost of independent living in Forest View, IL

The average cost of senior living in Forest View is $5,984 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Western Springs, IL with an average of $5,716 per month.

Independent living costs in Forest View, IL, vs. nearby cities

Forest View, IL
$5,984/mo
$5,999/mo
$5,898/mo

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

Forest View, IL
$5,984/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Forest View, IL, vs. other senior living options

$5,719/mo
Independent Living
$5,984/mo

Independent living costs in Forest View, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$9,278/mo
Studio
$4,481/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,183/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,295/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,900/mo

Senior living costs in Forest View 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: Forest View, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeForest View, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$5,984/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,696/mo$5,149/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,719/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Forest View, IL:$5,984/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Forest View, IL:$5,696/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Forest View, IL:$5,719/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Forest View, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Forest View 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 Forest View, IL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Forest View 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
Forest View, IL$2,295/mo$2,346/mo-2.2%
Illinois$3,094/mo$3,076/mo+0.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Forest View, IL
2024 average cost:$2,295/mo
2023 average cost:$2,346/mo
Percent change:-2.2%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$3,094/mo
2023 average cost:$3,076/mo
Percent change:+0.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Forest View

Recent reviews for independent living in Forest View

Liberty Village in Elmhurst, IL

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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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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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Forest View independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Forest View independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Forest View, 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 Forest View 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 Forest View partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
21.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.5%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
20.6%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Forest View 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 Forest View communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Forest View, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
22.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Forest View 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 Forest View offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Forest View, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
29.4%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.6%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.1%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.4%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.5%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.5%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
28.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
28.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
21.6%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.5%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
29.4%
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Senior Suites of Garfield Ridge, Mercy Circle Senior Living and Palos Heights Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Forest View, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 114 independent living facilities near Forest View, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Forest View, Illinois are Brookdale Northbrook, Brookdale Des Plaines and Mercy Circle Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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