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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Cook County, IL
If you’re looking for independent living in the Cook County 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 Cook County. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
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9.9
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138 reviews
My brother has been living at Brookdale of Des Plaines for a couple of years now. He picked Brookdale because of the closeness to his doctors and the recommendations given to us by the folks at "A Place for...
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.
It’s good to be home.Our community just outside of Chicago gives you the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with both independent living and assisted living on the same campus. With several floor plans to chose from, including studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom options, you’ll be able...
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9.9
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121 reviews
Mercy Circle was wonderful. My dad was able to heal with support kindness and support. We highly recommend Mercy Circle to everyone.
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.
A faith-based not-for-profit communityMercy Circle’s residents and staff together create a vibrant, caring community where all people are welcome and our non-profit status is reflected in no entrance fees. Residents pay only a monthly fee, which includes meals, services, amenities and...
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9.9
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52 reviews
Recently my father moved into Brookdale Oak Park, my family had an event in the Private Dining Room. On behalf of my father, and our extended family, we had a wonderful experience in the Private Dining Room...
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.
Everything You Want, Everything You NeedIf first impressions are everything, we think we make a pretty good one. Nestled between historic Frank Lloyd Wright homes and a vibrant downtown shopping district, the location of our independent and assisted living community is just the start of what...
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9.8
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15 reviews
Two people in particular were the reason we chose Cantata - [name removed] - Admissions [name removed] - Wellness Manager Weekend staffing seems to utilize temporary, contract help a lot who don't seem...
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.
The Cantata continuum of care—Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Support, Short-Term Rehab, and Long-Term Care—allows you to live your best life today, tomorrow and into the future. Located in Brookfield, Cantata offers exceptional care in a comfortable environment that feels like home....
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9.8
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43 reviews
SSB appearance has improved 100% with the current housekeeper. Assisted admin is friendly and helpful greet residents with a smile. Bldg manager is very good at her job. Keep the place well managed.
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.
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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9.8
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70 reviews
Overall my siblings & I are pleased with the transition of my parents into this supportive community after moving them from their long-established family home. They have made wonderful friends and enjoy the...
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.
Nestled in the trees next to the Calumet-Saganashkee Channel, this community offers the best of both worlds for those who want to enjoy the great outdoors and have creature comforts close to home. Nearby, Olde Palos Shopping Centre and Orland Square shopping mall should take care of your shopping...
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9.7
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70 reviews
We have had a great experience with the staff. There have been a few things that have broken, like a faucet leak and an air conditioner not working. They were awesome! We never waited more than a couple...
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.
Don't let our value prices fool you -- Autumn Green is a beautiful community! Autumn Green at Midway Village offers full-service rental retirement living at a mid-range price for persons aged 62+ OR For-sale condominiums for persons aged 55+ in the adjacent Midway Village...
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9.6
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7 reviews
I just had a friend of a friend call me last week looking for a spot for his mother. I would recommend American House after all the other ones I looked at. It's very bright, light and airy, the staff is...
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.
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9.5
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21 reviews
I have no complaints. Everyone in the place are fantastic, the employee all always friendly. The activity group are amazing always smiling and always out to help. The nurses all also very great, very...
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.
For over 100 years, Bethesda Rehab & Senior Care has had a presence in the community that has empowered residents to live independent and full lives. As the premier post-acute and long-term care provider in Chicago with a 5 STAR CMS RATING, our mission is to provide a place of comfort and...
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9.4
Review score
21 reviews
Everything is going well - but they really need to improve on the time it takes them to fix things that break. They take a very long time to fix.
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.
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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9.3
Review score
8 reviews
Clarendale Six Corners is an excellent option for senior assisted care living. It's located in a new building that offers beautiful apartment options with great views of the city. The admissions and...
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.
Clarendale Six Corners is Chicago's most anticipated senior living community now open for you to experience! On a triangular corner of Six Corners in Northwest Chicago, Illinois, you’ll discover 10 floors of casual sophistication, superb hospitality services and great amenities.You'll enjoy...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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9.3
Review score
33 reviews
My husband and I live here and we are very happy. We were looking for a place that would feel like home, not an institution. The little touches mattered to us - the pretty lace curtains in the mail room,...
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.
Ascension Living Casa Scalabrini Village is a faith-based senior living campus offering a variety of independent living options. Our primary focus is the comfort and well being of our residents! We offer 184 spacious independent living residences in a variety of floor plans, including studio,...
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9.2
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15 reviews
The rent goes up a bit yearly when you sign lease hoping I can resign in May when it's up if raise isn't too much now that I'm on disability. Yes, I would recommend this community to other families, I have...
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.
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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9.1
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72 reviews
We really liked the location of Sunrise Willowbrook and the friendly staff we met. We moved from a Sunrise in Richmond Virginia and the transfer was very smooth and easy.
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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9.1
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180 reviews
I was happy to see such happy and friendly folks throughout our experience at Concord. Literally our first visit and we were approached by numerous residents offering friendly tips and warm greetings. Staff...
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.
EXPERIENCE THE DIFFERENCE AT CONCORD PLACE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY We are so much more than a senior community. Concord Place Retirement Community is home. For over 25 years we have prided ourselves in creating a culture and atmosphere of comfort and love. To that end, we have focused our efforts...
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9.0
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17 reviews
The staff and administrators were very responsive to questions and concerns. I was able to attend all activities if I wanted to and sit with the group to listen to music or watch tv. They held care...
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.
Have you noticed that something doesn't seem right with mom or dad these days? It could be subtle or it could be something that's pretty obvious. Regardless, you've turned to the Internet for a reason and the best choice for assisted living is also Chicago's most notable and...
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9.0
Review score
37 reviews
Oak Park Arms is a quiet and safe community that provides me with a homey comfort. I go to all the exercise classes and eat three meals a day at the restaurant where I socialize. My favorite activities are...
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.
Built as a luxury hotel in 1922, the Oak Park Arms retained the original charm of the grand hotels of the 20th century. The apartments, Ballroom, Georgian Room Restaurant, Lounge, and meeting rooms have been renovated on an on-going basis. A rental retirement community for 26 years, the Oak Park...
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8.9
Review score
27 reviews
The staff here are very friendly and seem generally concerned about our well-being. My apartment is quite large about 1300 ft.². However, the bathrooms are quite small with my wheelchair. The full kitchen...
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.
The Roosevelt at Salt Creek is a new premier Senior Living community nestled in the heart of Elmhurst, IL. Formerly Lexington Square, the community was recently acquired by a Chicago-based real estate investment and asset management firm who will begin a multi-faceted, 25+ million dollar...
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8.9
Review score
67 reviews
My mom likes the nature views and the ability to walk outdoors if you are able. The staff at Ascension Living is very attentive and friendly towards her.
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.
Bethlehem Woods Retirement Community offers 270 spacious independent living residences and 64 licensed assisted living apartments in a variety of floor plans. Independent living amenities include: restaurant-style dinner served daily, 24-hour staff and emergency call system, Wellness Clinic and...
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77 Photos available
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8.7
Review score
10 reviews
Happy being here. Friendly neighbor they provide entertainment/activities/the staff is a big help to us. They come and check on the senior seeing that we all are ok.
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.
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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
11 Video available
88 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.5
Review score
10 reviews
I wish my mother would take more advantage of because there is a department of aging attached to the senior suites and they also have activities. The staff are all very caring and always available if needed....
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.
Senior Suites of Kelvyn Park is a highly rated pet-friendly Chicago independent living community for seniors 62 and older. For retirees looking for a convenient location that allows them to maintain their lifestyle and socialize with their peers, our senior living community is here to make life...
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66 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.4
Review score
14 reviews
They do not have any meals, but they are very welcoming and friendly. My mom felt right at home and we would recommend Senior Suites of Austin to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.
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.
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...
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
11 Video available
1515 Photos available
77 Floor plans available
8.3
Review score
66 reviews
At Belmont Village :There seems to be a lot of turnover with the administrative staff, but the caregiving staff stay for the long-haul, which ultimately I feel is more important because they develop the...
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.
Belmont Village of Oak Park is located in the heart of historic Oak Park, a western suburb of Chicago. Our senior living residents don't have to go far to enjoy all the 'Windy City' has to offer. Close to the facility are shops, galleries, places of worship, and RUSH Oak Park Hospital. And when...
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8.2
Review score
43 reviews
Moved my brother into Autumn Green last month. Everyone at the facility was extremely helpful during the week we were in town to organize the move. I am managing this transition from 2000 miles away in Los...
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.
Autumn Green at Wright Campus is a senior living community located in the vibrant metropolis of Chicago, Illinois. This iconic city offers some of the best amenities in the country. Glass towers, luxury boutiques and fine dining can be found amongst the busy downtown core. Visiting family members...
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8.0
Review score
5 reviews
I’ve been at Plymouth Place now for over two months and love this place. My apartment is a one bedroom 900 sq ft with a 20 ft porch that spans the living and bedroom with sliding glass doors in each room....
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.
A La Grange Park landmark, Plymouth Place is a Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) that provides independent living, assisted living, memory support and skilled care.Plymouth Place's 20-acre campus offers the beauty of private, tree-lined lanes, plus the convenience of being located...
Cost of independent living in Cook County, IL
The average cost of senior living in Cook County is $6,005 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Stone Park, IL with an average of $5,011 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Cook County, IL vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Cook County, IL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Cook County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Cook County, IL by room type
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Average cost of Independent Living in Cook County over time
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What families are saying about independent living in Cook County
Recent reviews for independent living in Cook County
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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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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Cook County independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Cook County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Cook County, 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 Cook County 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 Cook County 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
26.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.2%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.3%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.4%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Cook County 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 Cook County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cook County, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
28.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.6%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cook County 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 Cook County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
35.9%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.2%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
32.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.2%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.9%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
35.9%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
26.1%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.9%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Encore Village of Schaumburg, a CCRC, Independence Village Naperville and Brookdale Northbrook are the top-rated independent living facilities near Cook County, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 102 independent living facilities near Cook County, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Cook County, Illinois are Brookdale Northbrook, Brookdale Des Plaines and Mercy Circle Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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