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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Lakewood Shores, IL

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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: 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.
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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.
The Village at Our Lady of Angels provides seniors with an independent living community in Joliet, IL. This community offers a great place to live. Joliet is a part of the counties of Kendall and Will. Joliet offers much to do and see, and residents and their guests enjoy checking out the Joliet...
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Cost of independent living in Lakewood Shores, IL

The average cost of senior living in Lakewood Shores is $12,150 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bourbonnais, IL with an average of $4,205 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lakewood Shores, IL vs. nearby cities

Lakewood Shores, IL
$12,150/mo
$11,711/mo
$4,406/mo

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

Lakewood Shores, IL
$12,150/mo
U.S. national average
$3,951/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lakewood Shores vs. other types of senior living

$4,965/mo
Independent Living
$12,150/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Lakewood Shores, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$5,300/mo
Studio
$4,721/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,333/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,033/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Lakewood Shores

Recent reviews for independent living in Lakewood Shores

Ascension Living Heritage Village in Kankakee, IL

5.0
Staff is very knowledgeable, my room was always clean, good is good, everyone is very helpful. i would highly recommend Heritage Village.

The Cottages of New Lenox

4.3
Yes, we would recommend. Quality of care seems good and better than previous experience. However they lack organization with clothes and bed linens. They often get mixed up between residents.

Asbury of Kankakee Supportive Living and Memory Care

5.0
I was looking for a place for my uncle. I was referred to Asbury from his doctor. [Name removed] called me right away after I left a message there and met with me that evening. My wife and I took a tour of the place and decided on it right away. [Name removed] and the team there were ...
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Lakewood Shores independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lakewood Shores independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lakewood Shores, 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 Lakewood Shores 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 Lakewood Shores partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lakewood Shores, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31%
17.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.6%
28.9%
No sugar
No sugar
24.1%
26.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
41.4%
28.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.4%
6.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Lakewood Shores 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 Lakewood Shores communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lakewood Shores, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
24.1%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.3%
36.6%
Room service
Room service
34.5%
31%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.7%
14.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lakewood Shores 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 Lakewood Shores offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lakewood Shores, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.8%
38.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31%
24%
Community service programs
Community service programs
27.6%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.5%
41.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.3%
42.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.1%
46.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.9%
36.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.4%
31.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.5%
35.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.3%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
48.3%
40.2%
Dances
Dances
41.4%
27.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.1%
34.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.4%
40%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Timbers of Shorewood, Senior Suites of Joliet and StoryPoint Romeoville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lakewood Shores, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 29 independent living facilities near Lakewood Shores, Illinois. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Lakewood Shores, Illinois are The Timbers of Shorewood, Senior Suites of Joliet and StoryPoint Romeoville. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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