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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Winthrop Harbor, IL
If you’re looking for independent living in the Winthrop Harbor area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Winthrop Harbor. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 30 independent living facilities in Winthrop Harbor, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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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.
Glenwood ApartmentsKenosha, Wisconsin, roughly 36 miles south of the city of Milwaukee, is home to the 60 unit, senior housing community known as Glenwood Apartments. Designed with convenience in mind, it is within walking distance of the Glenwood Crossings Shopping Center. Also close by are Pick...
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They are happy and content at Villa Ciera. They have plenty of activities for them to do there. I believe they had bingo going on today. It has been a really good experience. They are very happy there.
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.
Home to active individuals 62 and better, Villa Ciera Adult Community offers 71 income eligible and market rate apartments. Our one- and two-bedroom apartments range from 653 square feet to 1,152 square feet and are available in a wide array of thoughtful floor plans. Located on the north side of...
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.
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.
If you are 62 years of age or older, enjoy living in a park-like setting with gazebos and manicured landscaping. Located in Kenosha, Wisconsin’s Saxon Manor senior apartments may be exactly what you’ve been looking for. Those unfamiliar with Kenosha will find it approximately 34 miles south of...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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 Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Winthrop Harbor, IL
The average cost of senior living in Winthrop Harbor is $4,089 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Antioch, IL with an average of $4,209 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Winthrop Harbor, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Winthrop Harbor, IL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Winthrop Harbor vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Winthrop Harbor, IL by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Winthrop Harbor
Recent reviews for independent living in Winthrop Harbor
Parkside Manor in Kenosha, WI
5.0
I can only comment about the memory unit. Those girls worked hard to maintain order and keep up. I thought to myself a few times that however much money they are making probably isn't enough. It takes a special person to that job.
Gurnee Meadows
5.0
I’m living here currently and it’s going really, really well. I’m very pleased. When I moved in, my apartment was perfect. I had new carpet and new paint and it was really a pleasure to be able to move in. I was on the waiting list for a few months but they were able to give me exactly what I ...
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Green Oaks Senior Living in Libertyville, IL
4.8
My loved one is currently a resident at Green Oaks Senior Living and everything about the experience has been great so far. Based on our experience, I would highly recommend this facility to family and friends.
Winthrop Harbor independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Winthrop Harbor independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Winthrop Harbor, 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 Winthrop Harbor 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 Winthrop Harbor partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Winthrop Harbor, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
13.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.3%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
13.3%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Winthrop Harbor 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 Winthrop Harbor communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Winthrop Harbor, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
26.7%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
26.7%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.7%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Winthrop Harbor 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 Winthrop Harbor offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Winthrop Harbor, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
30%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.7%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
20%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Assisted Living, The Cottages of Fox Lake and Sunrise of Buffalo Grove are the top-rated independent living facilities near Winthrop Harbor, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 30 independent living facilities near Winthrop Harbor, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Winthrop Harbor, Illinois are Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Assisted Living, Addolorata Villa and Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes in Vernon Hills Independent Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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