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Photo of Generations Oakton Arms
1515 Photos available
9.0
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28 reviews
9.0
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28 reviews
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Staff very friendly and professional. We have used Oakton several times for my disabled brother while we were out of town. They were very accommodating to his needs. We would certainly look to Generations...
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.
Generations at Oakton offers Independent and Assisted Living at the Arms while Oakton Pavilion offers short term rehabilitation as well as long term skilled nursing care. Allowing the campus to offer a continuum of care should the need arise. All residents are able to come and go as they please,...
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66 Photos available
9.0
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208 reviews
9.0
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208 reviews
5 star
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What we like the most about the community are the Incredible amenities and super helpful/friendly staff. Move-in was really simple and coordinated well. The food is delicious and much better than we expected...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE AT CONCORD PLACE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY We are so much more than a senior community. Concord Place Retirement Community is home. For over 25 years we have prided ourselves in creating a culture and atmosphere of comfort and love. To that end, we have focused our efforts...
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99 Photos available
9.0
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18 reviews
9.0
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The staff and administrators were very responsive to questions and concerns. I was able to attend all activities if I wanted to and sit with the group to listen to music or watch tv. They held care...
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.
Have you noticed that something doesn't seem right with mom or dad these days? It could be subtle or it could be something that's pretty obvious. Regardless, you've turned to the Internet for a reason and the best choice for assisted living is also Chicago's most notable and...
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Photo of Senior Suites of New City
44 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.0
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25 reviews
9.0
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25 reviews
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When I moved here, I wished I had not moved here. The unit had not been cleaned, it was stinky and nasty. Fast forward to now, new property manager and living here got much better. Thank God! It was so...
Provides: Independent Living
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 Autumn Green at Wright Campus
11 Video available
1616 Photos available
1616 Floor plans available
9.0
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48 reviews
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My mom likes it there and the staff are nice and helpful. Her 1 BR apartment is also nice and good size. However she doesn't participate in activities there on her own. We encourage her but she just stays in...
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.
Autumn Green at Wright Campus is a senior living community located in the vibrant metropolis of Chicago, Illinois. This iconic city offers some of the best amenities in the country. Glass towers, luxury boutiques and fine dining can be found amongst the busy downtown core. Visiting family members...
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Photo of Celebrate Senior Living of Niles
66 Photos available
9.0
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96 reviews
9.0
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96 reviews
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I would give A Place for Mom a 5-star rating—the highest. Your assistance has truly eased the overwhelming task of finding a caring home for our mother. Thank you for your compassionate support and guidance...
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 American House Oak Park
66 Photos available
1010 Floor plans available
8.9
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15 reviews
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They really worked with us. They are a little more expensive than some places but I think you get your moneys worth. They have a very professional staff and they do make family members feel good about the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Photo of Belmont Village Oak Park
11 Video available
1515 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.9
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72 reviews
8.9
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72 reviews
5 star
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We were impressed by how quick the staff got to know my dad and how responsive they were to our questions and concerns. We liked the homey feeling of the facility, always clean. We are also very happy with...
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.
Belmont Village of Oak Park is located in the heart of historic Oak Park, a western suburb of Chicago. Our senior living residents don't have to go far to enjoy all the 'Windy City' has to offer. Close to the facility are shops, galleries, places of worship, and RUSH Oak Park Hospital. And when...
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Photo of Cantata Adult Life Services a CCRC
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8.9
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16 reviews
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I would rate it all a 5. They are very accommodating, friendly and my mom is very happy there. Yes, we would recommend Cantata Adult Life to other families! They've been great!
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Cantata continuum of care—Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Support, Short-Term Rehab, and Long-Term Care—allows you to live your best life today, tomorrow and into the future. Located in Brookfield, Cantata offers exceptional care in a comfortable environment that feels like home....
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Photo of The Roosevelt at Salt Creek
33 Photos available
8.9
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37 reviews
8.9
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37 reviews
5 star
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Nursing Staff is great!!! Very receptive. Very friendly. Very helpful. Timely responses. Mom says food is just ok. Room size is good. Great resources for laundry and housekeeping. The only downside is the...
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 Ascension Living Casa Scalabrini Village
11 Video available
1414 Photos available
99 Floor plans available
8.8
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36 reviews
8.8
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36 reviews
5 star
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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
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.
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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Photo of Artis Senior Living of Lakeview
11 Video available
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99 Floor plans available
8.7
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47 reviews
8.7
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47 reviews
5 star
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Variety of activities even though my mom participates in few. Most of the care partners are very patient and kind to the residents, although there are a couple that complain a bit. The staff are very...
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 Artis—where empowerment, pride and fulfillment define memory careAt Artis Senior Living, our mission is to provide the finest level in Memory Care and assisted living through individually designed programs combined with a passionate dedication to each resident’s individualized comforts...
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Photo of The Wellshire Morton Grove
11 Video available
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8.6
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32 reviews
8.6
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32 reviews
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Wellshire is good for the price. It does have some stuff that could be better but for what you're paying compared to other places it makes sense
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.
The Wellshire is designed for seniors that require assistance with the activities of daily living. The campus offers a continuum of care with Bella Terra nursing and rehab center connected to The Wellshire. The Wellshire was built in 2011. We are located in Morton Grove, The Wellshire is...
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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 Ravenswood Supportive Living
1515 Photos available
8.5
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8.5
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Went here a few days ago to visit my Great Aunt and the staff was very nice and welcoming. My Aunt is very happy with her living situation that it gives the family a peace of mind knowing she happy an...
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.
"Get to know us before you need us." The Ravenswood Supportive Living program is certified by the Illinois Department of Health & Family Services. This program is designed to promote independence, dignity, respect and well-being for residents in a cost-effective manner. Depending on an...
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Photo of Senior Suites of Jefferson Park
66 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.5
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45 reviews
8.5
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45 reviews
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Love my studio apartment. Love the staff and the amenities My only complaint is, I wish they were a bit more selective when renting. We have some shady tenants. Some that should be in "care" facilities.
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 Amazing Grace Senior Living
77 Photos available
8.4
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10 reviews
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Everyone there was very nice and helpful to my dad. It is a bit expensive, but overall a great place. I have heard that new owners have taken control since my Dad left and quite a few of the staff 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.
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Photo of The Clare
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 Oak Park Arms Retirement Community
55 Photos available
8.2
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41 reviews
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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
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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.
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 Belmont Village Lincoln Park
11 Video available
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2222 Floor plans available
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 Kelvyn Park
11 Video available
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.0
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10 reviews
8.0
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I wish my mother would take more advantage of because there is a department of aging attached to the senior suites and they also have activities. The staff are all very caring and always available if needed....
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Senior Suites of Kelvyn Park is a highly rated pet-friendly Chicago independent living community for seniors 62 and older. For retirees looking for a convenient location that allows them to maintain their lifestyle and socialize with their peers, our senior living community is here to make life...
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Photo of Senior Suites of West Humboldt Park
77 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.0
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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...
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Photo of Park Place of Elmhurst
11 Video available
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8.0
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21 reviews
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21 reviews
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They raised the rent in Jan and it is very expensive! We are pleased with them. The facility has been recently remodeled and is very clean, maintenance service is prompt and overall food is very good, the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Park Place of Elmhurst is a state of the art Continuing-Care Retirement Community. We are able to provide luxurious housing options for individuals with minimal as well as intensive assistance needs all under one roof. Our goal is to provide an opportunity for people to 'age in place' and find...
Photo of Senior Suites Ravenswood Manor
55 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.0
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29 reviews
8.0
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29 reviews
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Management looks out for those who live here and try to keep them busy with activities and offers free rides to different grocery stores. They have monthly meetings to discuss issues or concerns we might...
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 Midway Village
11 Video available
1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.0
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19 reviews
8.0
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19 reviews
5 star
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It would be helpful for others to know that they have adequate handicap parking for residents, but not so much for others. There is limited parking for the guests. It is a locked facility so you have to have...
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 Midway Village is a welcoming, secure independent living community in Chicago for seniors ages 62 and over. We provide the opportunity for seniors to forego home maintenance chores in favor of private apartments with housekeeping in a convenient location. We want our residents to...
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Cost of independent living in River Forest, IL

The average cost of senior living in River Forest is $6,019 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Franklin Park, IL with an average of $5,194 per month.

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

River Forest, IL
$6,019/mo
$6,055/mo
$5,947/mo

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

River Forest, IL
$6,019/mo
U.S. national average
$4,017/mo

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

$5,785/mo
Independent Living
$6,019/mo

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

Semi-Private
$7,958/mo
Studio
$5,132/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,033/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,176/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,013/mo

Senior living costs in River Forest 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: River Forest, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRiver Forest, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$6,019/mo$4,331/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living$5,762/mo$5,149/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$5,785/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
River Forest, IL:$6,019/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
River Forest, IL:$5,762/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
River Forest, IL:$5,785/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in River Forest, IL, over time

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

River Forest, ILIL stateNational

Independent living cost trends in River Forest, IL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in River Forest 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
River Forest, IL$2,592/mo$2,844/mo-8.9%
Illinois$3,084/mo$3,069/mo+0.5%
National$3,257/mo$3,166/mo+2.9%
River Forest, IL
2024 average cost:$2,592/mo
2023 average cost:$2,844/mo
Percent change:-8.9%
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 River Forest

Recent reviews for independent living in River Forest

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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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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River Forest independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in River Forest independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in River Forest, 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 River Forest 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 River Forest partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
River Forest, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
28.9%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.2%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.9%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in River Forest 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 River Forest communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
River Forest, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
32.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
32%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.4%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in River Forest 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 River Forest offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
River Forest, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.4%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.1%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.6%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.8%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.4%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.6%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.1%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.2%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
28.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.9%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.6%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookdale Northbrook, Brookdale Des Plaines and Mercy Circle Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near River Forest, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 139 independent living facilities near River Forest, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in River Forest, 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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