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My mother suffered a very severe stroke and was unable, to talk, communicate in any way, move, eat or do anything for herself at all. The level of care she received at K-B was extraordinary. She was fed,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
King-Bruwaert House (KBH) continues its tradition of providing unsurpassed care and residential lifestyle options to seniors aged 60 or better for over 90 years. As a private, non-profit community, KBH offers a year-round active setting for those seeking independent living, assisted living,...
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We chose La Grange Pointe because it is more of an apartment complex facility but has special services for seniors so it doesn't feel like you are going into a nursing home. The apartment sizes are really...
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.
Nestled in the heart of downtown La Grange, Illinois, LaGrange Pointe is the very best in Senior Living!LaGrange Pointe is a unique living experience geared for independent seniors who value their freedom of choice.A unique concept in senior living, LaGrange is an upscale retirement community...
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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.
Maywood Supportive Living is an affordable, caring, all-inclusive assisted living community. It features the adaptive re-use of the former Baptist Retirement Homes. The Maywood community serves low-income older adults, including those on Medicaid or those who receive monthly Social Security...
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My mother lived at Alden Gardens of Bloomingdale for 7 years before her passing. My mom was well cared for. All the staff took a personal interest in her. They always talked to her and encouraged her to...
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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The lady they had taking care of our loved one, [name removed] was the best. She stayed with him and provided him with amazing care. [name removed] who runs the facility was amazing too. We would recommend...
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.
Golden Years Retirement Home is an independent living community located in the beautiful village of Lyons, Cook County, Illinois, just 14 miles from the City of Chicago. Our vibrant community is located near the great Des Plain-es River and the historic Cream City Amusement Park both of which are...
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My loved one is currently a resident at Victory Centre of River Woods and overall things have been good for him. I think he's in a good place, not great but good. I do recommend this facility to others.
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 River Woods 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...
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Wyndemere is a truly beautiful community the staff our second to none always professional, helpful, attentive, and genuinely caring. I consistently feel safe here, which means a lot, and the grounds are...
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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I understand my mother can be difficult. Although the staff was helpful, there were times when they acted as if they were doing me a favor.
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.
Liberty Village, a 104 unit, three story, senior residential community has been designed to provide a new lifestyle alternative that will allow residents to enjoy their retirement years. With active social lives in mind, Liberty Village is elegantly decorated common areas offer ideal settings for...
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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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: 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: 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.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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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.
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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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Windsor Park Rehab is the best facility by far, staff is so genuinely caring and their team is always available to speak to family at all times, always keeping you updated on your loved ones. Will highly...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
A nationally accredited lifecare retirement community set on an impeccably manicured 60-acre campus, Windsor Park Manor offers the tranquility and charm of a country home. We offer the largest variety of retirement lifestyles and services in Chicago’s western suburbs— a residential style for...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Utopia, IL

The average cost of senior living in Utopia is $5,795 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Addison, IL with an average of $5,222 per month.

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

Utopia, IL
$5,795/mo
$5,745/mo

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

Utopia, IL
$5,795/mo
U.S. national average
$4,024/mo

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

$5,835/mo
Independent Living
$5,795/mo

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

Studio
$2,973/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,556/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,714/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,414/mo

Senior living costs in Utopia 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: Utopia, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeUtopia, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$5,795/mo$4,334/mo$4,024/mo
Assisted Living$5,806/mo$5,153/mo$4,565/mo
Memory Care$5,835/mo$5,170/mo$4,803/mo
Independent Living
Utopia, IL:$5,795/mo
Illinois:$4,334/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
Assisted Living
Utopia, IL:$5,806/mo
Illinois:$5,153/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Memory Care
Utopia, IL:$5,835/mo
Illinois:$5,170/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
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Independent living costs in Utopia, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Utopia 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
Utopia, IL$2,765/mo$2,966/mo-6.8%
Illinois$3,106/mo$3,068/mo+1.3%
National$3,256/mo$3,166/mo+2.8%
Utopia, IL
2024 average cost:$2,765/mo
2023 average cost:$2,966/mo
Percent change:-6.8%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$3,106/mo
2023 average cost:$3,068/mo
Percent change:+1.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,256/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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What families are saying about independent living in Utopia

Recent reviews for independent living in Utopia

Liberty Village in Elmhurst, IL

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

Victory Centre of Elk Grove in Elk Grove Village, IL

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

4.1
My main issues relate to money. They assessed my mother at a low level of care but then raised that within a month - even though her condition did not change. At the beginning of the calendar year, the rate for each care level increased. Then at her one year anniversary, the rent portion went ...
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Utopia independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Utopia independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Utopia, 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 Utopia 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 Utopia partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Utopia, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
46.6%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.9%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
46.6%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
47.9%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.4%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Utopia 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 Utopia communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Utopia, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
50.7%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60.3%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
54.8%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.5%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Utopia 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 Utopia offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Utopia, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
60.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
47.9%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
53.4%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.4%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
64.4%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
57.5%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50.7%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.6%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
64.4%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
63%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
41.1%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
50.7%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63%
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Encore Village of Schaumburg, a CCRC, Brookdale Des Plaines and Clarendale Six Corners are the top-rated independent living facilities near Utopia, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 79 independent living facilities near Utopia, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Utopia, Illinois are The Timbers of Shorewood, Brookdale Des Plaines and Clarendale Six Corners. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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