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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Illiana Heights, IL

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When you first enter the building you are greeted by a friendly person who can answer any question you may have. Everywhere you go everything is pristine throughout the building. The nurses are very helpful...
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.
Alvernia Manor sits atop 80 beautiful acres in Lemont,Il, just southwest of Chicago. We first opened our doors in l971 as a nonprofit private pay home for seniors. We are operated by the School Sisters of St.Francis of Christ the King and we welcome seniors of all races and religions. Alvernia...
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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.
Wheeler HouseWheeler House is a 55 and older senior apartment located in the exciting and picturesque city of Chicago, Cook County, Illinois. Our warm and friendly community is situated within convenient transit stops, making it easy for loving friends and family to visit. This resident is a...
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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: 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: 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: 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.
Located in Chicago, Cook County, Illinois Hyde Park Apartments is a senior apartment situated in the Hyde Park neighborhood. The state of the art building is surrounded by magnificent views such as Lake Michigan. A lot of amenities surround the apartments such as the Promontory and Harold...
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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.
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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, Senior Apartments
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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.
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, Senior Apartments
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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.
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: 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.
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McKenzie Falls is a 105 townhome rental development for seniors age 62 and over. Certain income restrictions apply.McKenzie Falls Rental Residences are all 1bedroom, 1 bath, attached ranch style homes conveniently located in a quiet residential setting just east of Rte. 53.All residences include...
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This is a nice place to live. It is secure. I like my apartment. I enjoy the security of the building. The staff is nice to deal with. There are a lot of activities for the residents to choose...
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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.
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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 Illiana Heights, IL

The average cost of senior living in Illiana Heights is $4,899 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Sun River Terrace, IL with an average of $4,009 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Illiana Heights, IL vs. nearby cities

Illiana Heights, IL
$4,899/mo
$4,108/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Illiana Heights, IL vs. the state and national average

Illiana Heights, IL
$4,899/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Illiana Heights vs. other types of senior living

$4,756/mo
Independent Living
$4,899/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Illiana Heights, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$4,961/mo
Studio
$4,696/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,342/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,280/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,177/mo

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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Illiana Heights

Recent reviews for independent living in Illiana Heights

Cantata Adult Life Services a CCRC in Brookfield, IL

4.8
I recommend Cantata because they have a robust rehab gym staffed with professionals in physical therapy, occupational therapy, balance, speech/memory therapy. It is located on a quiet tree lined landscaped campus with onsite Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing and Independent Living. The staff ...
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Wittenberg Village, a CCRC in Crown Point, IN

4.7
I moved in and liked it so much I bought a second apartment for my mother! The staff is the most caring I have ever encountered and the facility is top-notch. Hope to meet you soon.

Valparaiso Senior Village

4.3
We would recommend to others and have already done so. We picked this community because it was good and they accepted Medicaid. Only Disappointment is with the Rx system in place.Very difficult to make the many prescription changes weekly & monthly as needed for Parkinson's with two additional ...
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Illiana Heights independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Illiana Heights independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Illiana Heights, 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 Illiana Heights 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 Illiana Heights partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
29.4%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
29%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
25.8%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.4%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.8%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Illiana Heights 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 Illiana Heights communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
27.4%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.9%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
24.6%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.1%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Illiana Heights 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 Illiana Heights offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
39.9%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.8%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.2%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.8%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.3%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.6%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
31%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
32.3%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.7%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.5%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
39.9%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
26.6%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.6%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Mercy Circle Senior Living, Wittenberg Village, a CCRC and The Timbers of Shorewood are the top-rated independent living facilities near Illiana Heights, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 239 independent living facilities near Illiana Heights, Illinois. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Illiana Heights, Illinois are Mercy Circle Senior Living, The Timbers of Shorewood and Cantata Adult Life Services a CCRC. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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