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Photo of Lake Barrington Woods
2020 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.7
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48 reviews
8.7
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48 reviews
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My parents have been at LBW for about two months and it’s going really well! Not only is it peace of mind for me with their safety, but they don’t have a house to take care of anymore. It was such a burden-...
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.
Celebrate the freedom, embrace the lifestyle, indulge in the service and cherish each moment of your day. Lake Barrington Woods offers exceptional retirement living with endless opportunities. The essence of our independent lifestyle will come from the serene setting. Beautifully landscaped areas...
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Photo of Cedarhurst of Woodstock
1717 Photos available
8.6
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16 reviews
8.6
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16 reviews
5 star
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We chose Cedarhurst of Woodstock because of the facility's close proximity to me and very clean facility and responsive staff. They have a really great activities director there. My uncle is very happy...
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 Woodstock is a top-tier assisted senior living community located in Woodstock, Illinois. Our community offers a wide range of amenities and services, and compassionate staff provide individualized care plans to meet each resident's unique needs, including medication management and...
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Photo of Heritage Woods of Yorkville
2525 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.6
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16 reviews
8.6
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16 reviews
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What I like the most about Heritage Woods of Yorkville is the staff. The staff members there are very friendly and I would recommend this community to other families based on the experience I have had so...
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 first of its type in Kendall County, Heritage Woods of Yorkville is a wonderful assisted living community that is nestled into the woods of Yorkville, IL close to Fox River. The Chicago suburb offers the proximity of the city to senior residents but the care and affordable living of the...
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8.6
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36 reviews
8.6
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36 reviews
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My mom is very happy and it is a small place which we all like. Yes, I would recommend Atrium at Oak Crest Residence to other families based on the experience so far .
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.
Founded in 1904 offering a unique person centered approach to care Oak Crest provides the most intimate, individualized care available. Private spaces complimented with warm and welcoming common areas gives way to a style and character that can only be found in an elite setting. Staff members are...
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8.6
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18 reviews
8.6
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It's a small place, 2 buildings and communal living spaces. They share living room areas. It's on the higher end cost wise and we may move my dad because of that. He's happy there and has good care. They...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Anam Care, which is part of the Anam Campus in Rockford, is designed to meet, in the most loving way possible, the specialized needs of all who are affected with a dementia, including Alzheimer's, Lewy Body, Parkinson's and Frontal-temporal dementias, memory loss and cognitive impairment. ...
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2020 Photos available
8.6
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32 reviews
8.6
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32 reviews
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I'd give a 4.6 on all of the items on the list!!! We've been very pleased and mom is doing well!!! Thank you for helping us find this facility!!!! I love that I can go there anytime and let myself in 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.
With our HigherPath senior health model leading the way, Bickford redefines senior living. It's not just about care; it's about proactive well-being, enabling your loved one to live happier, healthier — longer.Our approach clearly resonates — our happiness ratings among residents are double the...
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Photo of Villa St. Benedict a CCRC
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8.5
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11 reviews
8.5
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What our family likes the most about Villa St. Benedict is the staff members, they are so friendly. We also really like the welcoming atmosphere it has. Based on the experience we have had so far, we have...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Villa St. Benedict is a CCRC located in Lisle, IL just minutes from Naperville and the surrounding western suburbs of Chicago. Our 47 acre, park like campus offers 56 independent, two bedroom villas and 140 independent apartments all constructed in 2004. Benedale Center for Assisted Living and...
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Photo of The Heathers Senior Homes
99 Photos available
8.5
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7 reviews
8.5
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The staff of the Heathers are very kind and attentive to the residents Heathers feels like a home It's feels very cozy Glad I put my wife in there.
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 Plymouth Place, a CCRC
1111 Photos available
8.5
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8.5
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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 Heritage Woods of Belvidere
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8.5
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8.5
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We are quite pleased with them so far. The paperwork is fairly intimidating, but their intake manager,[name removed], guided me step by step through it. She was patient and kind and explained every step....
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.
Heritage Woods of Belvidere is the only Assisted Lifestyle Community in Boone County, Illinois. Our emphasis is on maintaining health, wellness, dignity and independence. We encourage our residents to be as independent as possible but provide assistance in areas that are needed. We opened on...
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Photo of The Grand at Twin Lakes
1717 Photos available
8.5
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54 reviews
8.5
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54 reviews
5 star
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It was very clean and modern and the staff seems extremely friendly with a lot of activities for the residents! I would absolutely recommend them to others who are searching for a community.
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.
Introducing The Grand at Twin Lakes, a full service senior living community with 24/7 onsite Assistance With Activities of Daily Living which allows residents to gracefully age in place.Located on Twin Lakes in Palatine, The Grand is designed with the active senior in mind. You’re just steps away...
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Photo of Monarch Landing
77 Photos available
8.4
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7 reviews
8.4
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7 reviews
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My experience at Monarch Landing has been the best that I could’ve imagined. Moving from my house of 48 years was heartbreaking but the staff made it as easy as possible. People are so friendly that I never...
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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Photo of Sunrise of Westmont
1818 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.4
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44 reviews
8.4
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44 reviews
5 star
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We looked a long time before we chose Sunrise of Westmont to be the right place for my grandma. The brunch was awesome and the new house dog, [name removed], is so sweet - I love visiting even more now. 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.
Dedicated to Good LivingPathway to Living’s longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Aspired Living of Westmont community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved...
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Photo of Bickford of Crystal Lake
1616 Photos available
8.4
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37 reviews
8.4
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37 reviews
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I like the staff very much. They are warm, friendly, and very good at caring for the residents. I understand that it can be hard, but the food is a bit tasteless and not very warm. They could spend a little...
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.
There's a reason Bickford stands out in the world of senior living. Our focus? Ensuring your loved one feels at home, with delicious meals straight from our scratch kitchen, a roster of engaging activities, and the constant company of our devoted caregivers. But that's not all. Our HigherPath...
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Photo of Azpira Place Lake Zurich
55 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.4
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24 reviews
8.4
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24 reviews
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The place is very clean and bright. The CNAs are super kind, they seem like they really care about my dad and the residents. Sometimes there's a bit of a wait though when you buzz for someone, but that's to...
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.
Dedicated to Good LivingPathway to Living’s longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Azpira Place of Lake Zurich community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one....
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Photo of Sunrise of Palos Park
1515 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.4
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78 reviews
8.4
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78 reviews
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Price was good, residents were happy when we toured, and it's a smaller facility so it would be easier for my father, who also has limited mobility, to visit my mom.
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 Eden Vista Hoffman Estates
1212 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
8.3
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48 reviews
8.3
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48 reviews
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The facility does struggle with being short staffed. Communication with staff is a slow process. But we know that [name removed] is safe there and treated well.
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 Eden Vista Hoffman Estates you get to redefine your independence with new friendships and the chance to explore new hobbies, like art and music. Here are just a few examples of fun ways you could spend your day:•Shopping•Fitness classes•Craft projects•Live music performances•Java music...
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Photo of Chapters Living of Barrington
99 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.2
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28 reviews
8.2
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28 reviews
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When we arrived we were located in a small unit. My wife required extra care so another bed was required. They moved us into a larger unit for NO additional charge! They acquired a bed for my wife which she...
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.
Chapters Living of Barrington is an intimate, licensed residence devoted to caring for those needing assisted living and nurturing those with memory loss or Alzheimer's disease. Multiple different care 'neighborhoods' are provided within Sunrise of Barrington: Assisted Living; the Terrace Club...
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Photo of Bickford of St. Charles
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8.2
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49 reviews
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49 reviews
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Really easy to work with. we picked this community because of the availability, proximity and reasonable price. I'd recommend, but they have to fix the front door latch. My mom escaped a couple of times.
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 our HigherPath senior health model leading the way, Bickford redefines senior living. It's not just about care; it's about proactive well-being, enabling your loved one to live happier, healthier — longer.Our approach clearly resonates — our happiness ratings among residents are double the...
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Photo of Oak Park Arms Retirement Community
55 Photos available
8.2
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41 reviews
8.2
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41 reviews
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5 for sure on each. I like the security where people can't just walk in the building. I like the cleanliness of the property. I like the restaurant. And most of all I like the staff. They are professional...
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Built as a luxury hotel in 1922, the Oak Park Arms retained the original charm of the grand hotels of the 20th century. The apartments, Ballroom, Georgian Room Restaurant, Lounge, and meeting rooms have been renovated on an on-going basis. A rental retirement community for 26 years, the Oak Park...
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Photo of Lacey Creek Supportive Living
1111 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.2
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16 reviews
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I would say that it was a wonderful place for parents on fixed income. And even if you are private pay they provide a ton of activities and access. It is located in a great spot as well within reach of...
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.
Lacey Creek is a highly rated assisted living community in the greater Chicago area for seniors 65 and over. We offer a wide range of amenities and services so our residents feel right at home as they make new friends and engage in social and wellness programs. They can enjoy a maintenance-free...
Photo of Heritage Woods of Dwight
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22 Floor plans available
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For the most part it's all been good. Some of the food could be better but overall she likes it. I would recommend it to others.
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.
Heritage Woods of Dwight is an assisted living community located in Dwight, IL. Dwight, which contains a stretch of the original famous U.S. Route 66, lies 80 miles southwest of Chicago. The town boasts a rich history, and is home to numerous landmarks and monuments. With well-preserved...
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Photo of Cedarhurst of Frankfort
1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.2
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I chose this facility because it was new, it smelled clean and everyone was friendly. I would tell others to do their own laundry.
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 Frankfort is a top-rated assisted senior living community located in Frankfort, Illinois. Our community is dedicated to providing exceptional care and services to seniors who require assistance with their daily living activities. We believe seniors should live their lives to the...
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Photo of Charter Senior Living of Rockford
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Prices in this post ARE INCORRECT! I live at Charter, in Rockford, I l, & do not pay an amount anywhere what is printed in this article. Check for accuracy before posting…. Left laundry drying… went back to...
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.
Cedarhurst of Rockford in Rockford, Illinois provides truly person-directed care, taking the time to know and work with each resident as an individual and providing them with care that’s as unique as they are. In Assisted Living, our caring, compassionate staff, first-rate amenities, new...
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Photo of Alden Horizon Senior Living
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Mom enjoys the activities and helping to plan them. It is truly an excellent value for the needs my mom has right now. It's a comfortable, safe and good location.
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.
Alden Horizon Senior Living is a community located in Aurora, Illinois. Here at Alden Horizon, it is our sole goal to provide our residents with the best care they can receive, while providing a luxurious and rich life that they will enjoy and never get bored. Even if a residents health needs...

Cost of independent living in Somonauk, IL

The average cost of senior living in Somonauk is $6,643 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lee, IL with an average of $3,118 per month.

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

Somonauk, IL
$6,643/mo
$6,094/mo

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

Somonauk, IL
$6,643/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$5,692/mo
Independent Living
$6,643/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,797/mo
Studio
$5,250/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,348/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,724/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,377/mo

Senior living costs in Somonauk 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: Somonauk, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSomonauk, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$6,643/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,640/mo$5,149/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,692/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Somonauk, IL:$6,643/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Somonauk, IL:$5,640/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Somonauk, IL:$5,692/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Somonauk, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Somonauk 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
Somonauk, IL$3,110/mo$3,077/mo+1.1%
Illinois$3,094/mo$3,076/mo+0.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Somonauk, IL
2024 average cost:$3,110/mo
2023 average cost:$3,077/mo
Percent change:+1.1%
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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What families are saying about independent living in Somonauk

Recent reviews for independent living in Somonauk

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.

Heritage Woods of Belvidere

5.0
I am very content living at Heritage Woods. My apartment is very comfortable and convenient. The nurses and CNAs are very attentive and convenient. The food is good and I may also eat in my room if I so desire. There are activities every day. Also a small store 2 days a week.

Somonauk independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Somonauk independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Somonauk, 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 Somonauk 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 Somonauk partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Somonauk, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
43.1%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
38.8%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
38.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
11.8%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Somonauk 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 Somonauk communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Somonauk, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
40.1%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.4%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Somonauk 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 Somonauk offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Somonauk, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
53.9%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.1%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.4%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.5%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.6%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.8%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.4%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.4%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
49%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.9%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
56.3%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
37.8%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
39.1%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
54.3%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, Brookdale Des Plaines and Encore Village of Schaumburg, a CCRC are the top-rated independent living facilities near Somonauk, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 340 independent living facilities near Somonauk, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Somonauk, Illinois are Brookdale Des Plaines, Clarendale of Algonquin and Mercy Circle Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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