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Photo of Fox River Horizon
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22 Floor plans available
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I really like living at Fox river Horizon. There are plenty of activities, it is a very independent and friendly place. I do wish my bedroom and kitchen were a bit bigger in my apartment.
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.
Fox River Horizon is a senior housing community located in Elgin, IL. Elgin is a part of Cook and Kane Counties and this area offers much to do and see. Those who choose to be a part of Elgin and this community will find that there is always plenty to keep them busy, and their guests will enjoy...
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[name removed] the head of nursing is the BEST!!. Our loved one is picky but Overall great place. Expensive but going rate for Naperville. Yes! We would recommend this community to other families. One of the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
With over 35 years of experience in senior care, Sunrise Senior Living offers elegant environments, in which 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...
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9.8
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Staff and residents have been very friendly and the environment is always welcoming. My mother in law was very hesitant when she first moved in but within a month was more social than she has been in years....
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Timbers of Shorewood delivers an unusual blend of secure senior living with elegance and independence! With full-service kitchens in every apartment, supportive services available for Independent living residents and perfectly coordinated services for Assisted Living residents. There is a...
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I feel that Brookdale Glen Ellyn has added to my longevity. I eat much better here than I would have if I lived alone. There are numerous socialization opportunities and activities to choose from. Also, I...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
If you’re ready to trade your hedge clippers for golf clubs, our senior living community just outside of Chicago might be the right fit for you.Here you’ll have the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with both independent living and assisted living on the same campus. Trade home...
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From coming here for several visits, I noticed the place to be clean and germ free/ In the leasing process. all my questions were answered to my satisfaction. The staff is very 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.
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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9.5
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Staff has been wonderful and caring especially since we've had a few setbacks. There are so many activities to keep them engaged and social and they have had a great dining experience. Totally recommend...
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Romeoville! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our various senior living options include independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Throughout each service...
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Not too big and impersonal. Staff very friendly. Residents eat at assigned tables so "table mates" get to know each other pretty well. Residents are encouraged to take all their meals downstairs and hang out...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
The Franciscan Court is an assisted living community found in West Chicago, Illinois. West Chicago is an urban city and is found in Dupage County in Illinois State. The city was established on the first rail junction in the state of Illinois. There are lots of sights to see because in this City...
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The size of the community is nice for seniors as it's not too big or overwhelming. The care is good from the staff. They are good with making sure the patrons get any PT/OT needed. Good activities. Food is...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
From personalized assisted senior living to day care services, we offer expansive services, inspirational programs and tasteful environments where seniors thrive. Prairie Pointe leads the way in meeting the changing needs of senior adults and their families. We are dedicated to providing world-...
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5 on every thing! 5 on every thing! Sorry I never responded last year, it was a very stressful time. But I wanted to let you know your service to us was invaluable. We were in a situation without any warning...
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.
We stop at nothing to make our residents' experience engaging and inviting, and we've learned that the little things make a big difference! With over 35 years of experience, the Brighton Gardens of St. Charles provides both Assisted Living and Memory Care in a cozy and warm setting that offers...
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I am glad that my daughter picked Atria from among the few she has seen. I appreciate all the staff for their service and making this place a home for us. It is a great community and the staff is just...
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.
Located in a residential neighborhood only minutes from Wheaton, Atria Park of Glen Ellyn offers all the benefits of living in a vibrant, supportive community, with the discreet support of a care staff close at hand. Without the worries of chores and home maintenance, residents are free to pursue...
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Photo of Cedarhurst of Naperville
2525 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.7
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No place is perfect. The positives are the people are nice, willing to work with you and meet your needs, the aesthetics of the facility are very nice and it's a new building, the food offering is a better...
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 Naperville in Woodridge, IL, offers 85 assisted living apartments and 24 memory care residences. Designed with residents' best interests in mind, individualized care plans are tailored to their needs. Our community values exceptional days at Cedarhurst, providing more than just a...
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Photo of Westbrook Senior LivingCommunity card badge
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I’ve been living here for about a month and I wish I would have come sooner. I didn’t realize all the care I needed until I started receiving it at Westbrook. The staff is amazing and I feel well cared for...
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.
Westbrook Senior Living, part of Spectrum Retirement Communities, is a community which opened in 2016! We are an Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Secured Memory Care rental community located in Streamwood just on the border of Schaumburg near the Elgin-O'Hare expressway, shopping,...
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Staff is really friendly, the food is really good, amenities are great for my parents and the hair salon my mom loves. Dad really likes the veterans rooms.
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Naperville! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our various senior living options include independent living, enhanced living, assisted living, memory care, and respite...
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Photo of Burr Ridge Senior LivingCommunity card badge
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On Independent living they no longer do daily check ins or have the Life Alert like button service. A resident would need to get their own service. So that was a prior selling point. There was no reduction...
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 Burr Ridge Senior Living, we live by our core values of integrity, respect, leadership, personal growth, excellence, and stewardship.Our commitment to service and dedication to compassionate senior care can be felt throughout our community. From our empathetic staff to the many organized...
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1414 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
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It all went well. It was a great experience. I would recommend them to others who are needing memory care for their loved one. The staff has been very friendly and helpful. The facility is lovely. The food...
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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If it's for assisted living I would ask how often the loved ones are checked on regardless if they press their buttons. Overall my mom was taken care of fairly well, but passed away after 12 days so I do not...
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.
Sunrise Senior Living introduces Fountain Square, a beautiful environment designed to fit your lifestyle...today and tomorrow! Located in Lombard, Illinois, about 20 miles west of downtown Chicago and offers assisted living, independent living, and 2 levels of memory care - Reminiscence and...
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55 Floor plans available
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
American House Cedarlake is a pet-friendly independent living and assisted living community for seniors in the greater Chicago area. For those who want to enjoy their retirement in the comfort and privacy of their own one-bedroom or two-bedroom apartment without the fuss of home ownership and...
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All the staff at Belmont Village are kind, friendly and professional. Compared to other facilities we visited, Belmont looks and feels alive.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Belmont Village Geneva Road is located in the greater-Chicago area, on farmland north of Wheaton, in the Village of Carol Stream. So as you might expect, assisted living residents of Belmont Village have easy access to all the amenities of a cosmopolitan city plus the comforts of the warm and...
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the Landings Senior Living has beautiful surroundings and the facility is new. It is an awesome place for the price. I would highly recommend this facility to others and already 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.
Our brand new, beautifully designed community is conveniently located in a vibrant area near downtown Batavia and within minutes of shopping, restaurants, entertainment and medical care. At The Landings, you will find no buy-ins or hidden fees and the perfect combination of comfort, care and an...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
Care—On Your TermsWouldn’t it be nice to trade in a life of fear, worry and isolation for one full of comfortable accommodations, wonderful friends and personalized care designed to meet your exact needs? If so, our assisted and memory care community may just be the place for you. The seniors who...
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My brother in-law has been very happy with Brookdale. The staff is helpful and has enough activities that he is comfortably busy. Enjoys the exercise class and woodcarving and a few others. He enjoys walking...
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.
Good Times, Good PeopleAre you ready to enjoy everything senior living has to offer? At our continuing care retirement community (CCRC) in Lisle, Illinois, you can enjoy a beautiful and inviting environment with spacious common rooms, a fun-filled events calendar with a multitude of...
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What I like most about the community is they go out of their way to make the new resident comfortable and get acclimated to the new environment.
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 HarborChase of Naperville Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Here, you’ll discover stimulating activities, customized programs, innovative health services and generous amenities, along with a welcome abundance of Midwestern charm. We offer a large variety of spacious and...
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They are wonderful. My parents are very happy there. [name removed] is amazing. Patient and supportive, willing to work with you and no question or concern is too big or too small. All the staff is friendly...
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 Lexington Square Lombard a CCRC, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. We offer free high speed internet. Free resident parking and guest parking available at our location. All...
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My mom has been in ALTO for a year and the biggest thing for me is that I know that I do not have to worry about her at all. The 4th floor nurses are wonderful and will call me with any problems that...
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 Alto Wheaton, we see things differently. And it shows. We believe that quality senior living is an ideal balance of care and hospitality. At Alto Wheaton, moving here is moving forward. Our communities offer the best of both worlds in assisted living and memory care services – luxury...
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55 Floor plans available
9.4
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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.
Thoughtfully designed to help older adults enjoy greater well-being, StoryPoint Bolingbrook is an assisted living and memory care community serving the families of Bolingbrook and Naperville.Whether residents select a spacious studio, one- or two-bedroom apartment, they will have access to a...
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Cost of independent living in Blakes, IL

The average cost of senior living in Blakes is $6,003 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Paw Paw, IL with an average of $3,203 per month.

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

Blakes, IL
$6,003/mo
$3,924/mo
$4,012/mo

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

Blakes, IL
$6,003/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

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

$5,050/mo
Independent Living
$6,003/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,141/mo
Studio
$5,321/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,602/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,825/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,513/mo

Senior living costs in Blakes 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: Blakes, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBlakes, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$6,003/mo$4,489/mo$3,951/mo
Assisted Living$4,617/mo$5,079/mo$4,515/mo
Memory Care$5,050/mo$5,098/mo$4,761/mo
Independent Living
Blakes, IL:$6,003/mo
Illinois:$4,489/mo
U.S.:$3,951/mo
Assisted Living
Blakes, IL:$4,617/mo
Illinois:$5,079/mo
U.S.:$4,515/mo
Memory Care
Blakes, IL:$5,050/mo
Illinois:$5,098/mo
U.S.:$4,761/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Blakes

Recent reviews for independent living in Blakes

The Landings Senior Living in Batavia, IL

4.3
The staff is extremely friendly. There lots of activities and outings. Beautiful campus and location!

The Sheridan at Tyler Creek in Elgin, IL

4.0
I feel like they do a nice job keeping my mom safe. She has nice things to say about the workers and food. Her room accommodations are good as far as size and privacy. I wish they could keep my mom's room more sanitary. They need to pay attention to cleanliness details across the board.

Sunrise of Westmont

5.0
We were at a loss as to how to begin our journey in finding a home for our mother. [name removed] with A Place for Mom was incredible in helping us find the right fit for our needs. Our Mom loves her new apartment and all the residents and staff at Aspired Living of Westmont. They have lots of ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff who remember residents by name. Many reviews mention the kindness and caring nature of the staff at their community, with several residents expressing that the staff goes above and beyond to make them feel at home. At The Timbers of Shorewood, residents appreciate that staff members remember their names and make them feel li ...
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Variety of activities to accommodate different interests. Reviews highlight the wide range of activities offered at various communities, providing something for every resident to enjoy. At StoryPoint Romeoville, residents participate in activities like water exercise, Bingo, LRC, euchre, and crafts. At Burr Ridge Senior Living, residents enjoy soci ...
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Delicious and diverse meal options. Throughout the reviews, quality food is mentioned as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Solstice Senior Living at Joliet, residents enjoy a variety of meals, including delicious and healthy options, and appreciate that their dietary restrictions are acco ...
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Safe and secure living environment. Several reviews mention the safety and security measures in place at their community, providing peace of mind for both residents and their families. At Senior Suites of Joliet, residents appreciate the secure entry and feel safe knowing that staff are always available to help. At The Timbers ...
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Thoughtful and accommodating maintenance staff. Reviews praise the prompt and thoughtful response of maintenance staff at their community, ensuring that any issues are addressed in a timely manner. At Senior Suites of Joliet, residents appreciate the quick resolution of maintenance issues, while at The Roosevelt at Salt Creek, the mainten ...
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Welcoming and inclusive community atmosphere. Several reviews mention the welcoming and inclusive atmosphere of their community, with residents making new friends and feeling part of a larger community. At The Timbers of Shorewood, residents have formed strong friendships and enjoy socializing with their neighbors. At Burr Ridge Senior L ...
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Blakes independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Blakes independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Blakes, 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 Blakes 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 Blakes partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Blakes, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
29.9%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
30.5%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.6%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Blakes 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 Blakes communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Blakes, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.5%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.7%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
32.5%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.3%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Blakes 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 Blakes offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Blakes, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.7%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
32.5%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.3%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
49.7%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.8%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.6%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.1%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.6%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.2%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
47.7%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
31%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.5%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.2%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Fox River Horizon, Independence Village Naperville and Sunrise of Naperville North are the top-rated independent living facilities near Blakes, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 194 independent living facilities near Blakes, Illinois. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Blakes, Illinois are Sunrise of Naperville North, The Timbers of Shorewood and Brookdale Glen Ellyn. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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