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77 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
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Despite my living in an apartment in Independent Living, I see the excellent care of others who are more impaired. I would absolutely recommend Brookdale Northbrook to other families!
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.
A Meaningful RetirementWhy would you settle for a senior living community that requires you to sacrifice your well-deserved freedom and independence in exchange for quality care? Our residents enjoy both here at our independent and assisted living community in Northbrook, Illinois. You can join...
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9.9
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138 reviews
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138 reviews
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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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33 Floor plans available
9.8
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73 reviews
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My grandfather has been living at Brookdale for several years now. We have never had any issues and my grandma loves it there. The staff is amazing and so friendly.
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.
Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes is a pet-friendly assisted living community located in Vernon Hills, Illinois. We are located near Big and Little Bear Lakes, both are favorite picnic destinations for our residents and their families. Our attentive staff members are available 24 hours a day to provide...
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5 for questions 1-6. The facility is ALWAYS immaculate! They raised the rent 10% in the second year. That seems very high for a senior independent living!!! The staff is sooo helpful and caring. The...
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.
WHERE ALL DOORS OPEN TO THE HEART OF THE CITYDiscover an active senior living lifestyle at the heart of bustling, downtown Evanston, IL. Our beautifully restored historic property is minutes from Chicago, a few blocks from the lakeshore and North Shore neighborhoods, and steps away from...
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Cleanliness=timely cleaning of floors Food=better preparation, better variety,better,wait staff,and timely service for telephone orders. There is a wide range of activities to chose from.
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.
Summit of Uptown is located in the heart of Park Ridge and offers independent living, assisted living and memory care. Our community features spacious studio, one bedroom and two bedroom apartments within an active lifestyle community.We offer onsite daily activities focused on building deep...
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Very honestly, I would give a five for each of the categories. I know my dad was only there for a few weeks but overall the care and consideration everybody had for him made myself and my sisters so happy...
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.
Belmont Village of Glenview, Illinois is situated in the heart of a beautiful residential area. Our community is convenient to Old Orchard, the botanical gardens and many places of worship. There are also major medical centers and hospitals in close to the facility, including the new Glenview...
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99 Floor plans available
9.5
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The staff is wonderful, Friendly and helpful. My problem is that I am able bodied and half of the people who live here are not. It's depressing to be around so many people with walkers, wheelchairs and...
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.
At The Breakers, I have my choice of a quiet evening in my apartment home or spending time with my friends. There is fun and lively entertainment all in one spot. What's really special is that there is always someone to visit and talk with. It's a warm, friendly community where everyone feels...
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We chose Generations Oakton Arms because of the cleanliness of the facility and we saw how happy all of the residents were. They also had better food and increased quantity. Administration works with...
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.
Generations at Oakton offers Independent and Assisted Living at the Arms while Oakton Pavilion offers short term rehabilitation as well as long term skilled nursing care. Allowing the campus to offer a continuum of care should the need arise. All residents are able to come and go as they please,...
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I know my parents are safe and well taken care of at Sunrise. My mom's physical and cognitive needs are met and overall, they are both happy there. [name removed] like to see the quality of the food improve.
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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This adult community is awesome. The staff are great... friendly... caring.... respectful... and treat the residents like family. I love Eden Vista!! They are always eager to assist with my mom!!!
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.
Just a short drive from Chicago, Eden Vista Prospect Heights offers spacious accommodations, restaurant-style dining and activities to engage your interests and purpose. Life here means trading the chores, stress and isolation that often comes from living at home for a community full of...
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Photo of North Shore Place
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The location is terrible - next to transformers and power towers. They get people from one activity to the next and there was something every day and all day long. They made people feel inclusive and able...
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.
North Shore Place located in Northbrook, Cook County, Illinois provides seniors with a caring assisted living community that is supportive and safe. Our community offers its residents a peaceful place to call home. Northbrook is a great city to visit, and guests of our residents will enjoy...
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The Carrington is lovely but could be far better. It needs overall updating. We thought it was a new building built in 2018 and it is not. It is showing wear and tear. Furniture needs painting, machines...
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.
Creating a multi-acre senior living community in the very heart of a highly desirable area like Lincolnwood is a rare opportunity. While only minutes from businesses and shopping, cultural opportunities, houses of worship and medical and professional offices, the landscaped 13-acre,...
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Fantastic staff and team of professionals, caring, supportive, and responsive. Units need a little proactive maintenance, but overall they are spacious, utilitarian, and comfortable. Food is great.
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.
Lincolnwood Place offers independent living and assisted living in Lincolnwood, Illinois. Lincolnwood is a village in Cook County and is most widely known as the home of the Purple Hotel, which has a place in local lore. In addition to the intrigue surrounding this historical site, the village...
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55 Floor plans available
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When it comes to the care services it can be slow, but good. They stopped the bus service. Seems expensive but better than many others, though prices went up after switch from [community name removed] to...
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.
Pathway to Living’s longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Aspired Living of Prospect Heights community is an extension of that promise! We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one. Above all...
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My loved one was previously a resident at Arbor Terrace Glenview and everything was very good. We were very pleased with the facility: the sitting rooms, common areas and open spaces for family get...
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.
Located in the Village of Glenview on the North Shore, Arbor Terrace Glenview is a vibrant community designed to help older people enjoy the benefits of an active lifestyle – and experience greater well-being. For people living with Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia, Arbor Terrace Glenview a...
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Actually. The place has been sold once again and not for the better. No longer offer food services to residences or housekeeping. I have met some very unhappy people. My mom moved out in September so she has...
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.
Are you looking for Senior Independent Living in Chicago?Ready to slow life down and embrace a hassle-free lifestyle? Looking for new friends and a fresh perspective on life? Elison Independent Living of Niles is our charming senior living community Northwest of the city. We can’t wait to welcome...
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89 reviews
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89 reviews
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This is a charming older building (over 70 years old) with many interesting meeting rooms, sun rooms, a beautiful chapel, lots of nooks and crannies with plants and grandfather clocks and shelves of books...
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.
Celebrate Senior Living of Niles is a close-knit continuing care senior retirement community with independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing rehabilitation care. It is located in the Village of Niles, Cook County, Illinois, a peaceful suburb ten minutes from Chicago.As...
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From the time I walked in the door , until the time I left I just felt so welcomed . It felt as if I was in my own home! The receptionist is very polite, and the overall staff are very warming with their...
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.
The Auberge at Orchard Park is a neighborhood specially designed to serve the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer's disease, dementia and other forms of memory loss. Every day we make it a goal to go above and beyond to enrich the lives of our residents. The staff is committed to...
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After more than 5 years of involvement with the residency of a loved one at Alden Garden of DesPlaines, I consider the experience with the Alden community to be exceptional from a consumer perspective....
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.
Alden Gardens and Courts is the cozy community with a giant heart offering assisting living and memory care. Allowing adults the opportunity to feel at home, each deluxe studio apartment is equipped with Lifeline call system, microwave oven, refrigerator, individual thermostat, and spacious...
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The apartments are really nice and newer than the others we looked at. The community is very clean and neat and the staff is very friendly. This is a good value compared to other communities in the area...
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 Norwood Park is a highly rated Chicago independent living community for seniors 62 years of age or older. We offer the comfort of a private apartment with the joys of communal life. Our convenient location allows residents to fully enjoy their retirement as they take in all the...
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66 Floor plans available
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It's new and lovely and working very hard to flourish. I certainly would recommend Trulee. Move in was very smooth. They work with a group that regularly moves people from their homes to Trulee and sets up...
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.
When you find a community that delivers all that matters most to you with sophistication, excellence and flair; you want to make it your own. Trulee Evanston offers a fresh, contemporary senior living experience with the highest caliber of Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care....
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Very friendly staff. They take good care of you and are always trying to make their residents comfortable. Very nice accommodations. My Dad has enjoyed the food and most of the get togethers they organized.
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.
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8.4
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My husband and I would definitely rate each category as a 5. We are so pleased with the Wellshire, but most importantly, my mother-in-law LOVES it there. She tells us almost every visit how happy she is...
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.
The Wellshire is designed for seniors that require assistance with the activities of daily living. The campus offers a continuum of care with Bella Terra nursing and rehab center connected to The Wellshire. The Wellshire was built in 2011. We are located in Morton Grove, The Wellshire is...
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Carpets in hallway could be replaced - and marks on walls from walkers, etc. Everyone is very friendly. My dad has no complaints about the quality of care. There is a lot of variety for the food - dad feels...
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.
Our community offers assisted living and memory care options for seniors, ideally located for the North Shore suburbs of Chicago and the surrounding communities of Wheeling.This isn’t your average senior living community as our residents enjoy social interaction with their peers, activities here...
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8.0
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I like Mather Place because everyone is my friend: the people who live here and the people who work here. I can be alone if I choose but I can also always find an activity or a friend to spend time with. ...
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.
Why Mather Place? •We’re an independent living rental community for those age 62 and better.•We’re in the heart of the North Shore in Wilmette, Illinois. Moving to a boutique rental community like Mather Place means your finances are easier to manage, providing more control over your budget....

Cost of independent living in Winnetka, IL

The average cost of senior living in Winnetka is $5,540 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Evanston, IL with an average of $4,198 per month.

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

Winnetka, IL
$5,540/mo

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

Winnetka, IL
$5,540/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

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

$5,964/mo
Independent Living
$5,540/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,503/mo
Studio
$5,680/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,739/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,513/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Winnetka over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Winnetka

Recent reviews for independent living in Winnetka

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.

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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Winnetka independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Winnetka independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Winnetka, 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 Winnetka 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 Winnetka 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
30.6%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
48.4%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
43.5%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.5%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.5%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Winnetka 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 Winnetka communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
48.4%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
40.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.7%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Winnetka 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 Winnetka offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
51.6%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.9%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
38.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.7%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.6%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
48.4%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.2%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
53.2%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
30.6%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45.2%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.2%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Encore Village of Schaumburg, a CCRC, Brookdale Northbrook and Brookdale Des Plaines are the top-rated independent living facilities near Winnetka, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 74 independent living facilities near Winnetka, Illinois. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Winnetka, Illinois are Brookdale Northbrook, Brookdale Des Plaines and Brookdale Oak Park. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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