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I would recommend it if you can afford it, which I'm not sure how anyone does. The clock is ticking on my loved one's time there. The staff all seem friendly. Very clean environment. There is no...
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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Cleanliness is good. The place is always clean.Activities seem to be pretty good overall, although there's times one staff doesn't just show up at all, so there's like no one to run things. They've also...
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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It's very expensive, but it has a great community and the people they really really seem to care. I wish the food was better. They need some more variety. I feel like they really do it up for holidays, but...
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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The director and management staff were really great to work with and made the move-in and out processes very easy. They went above and beyond to assist with my mom's changing needs. Many of the staff that we...
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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My loved one is currently a resident at The Pointe at Kilpatrick. Overall, her experience has been good and most everything has been good for her. However, the food hasn't been as good lately. It seems like...
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 Pointe at Kilpatrick is an assisted living community located in picturesque and nature filled Crestwood, Cook County, Illinois. Our beautiful community is located in a central spot, just blocks away from the Little Calumet River and nestled between several forests and nature preserves. The...
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Cordia emits a very warm, caring feeling. Décor is beautiful. Staff is caring and professional. Activities always available. Cordia is a true, affordable and beautiful facility.
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.
Cordia Senior Residence is taking senior living to a new level and it all begins with the fresh and innovative approach that we take towards it. Through our staff and a variety of unique and engaging programs, we inspire our residents to lead lives on the own terms. At Cordia Senior Residence, we...
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The staff is exceptionally kind and caring, good communication with staff, the executive director is outstanding. My mom is happy, and I am extremely relieved that she is in good hands with people I trust.
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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Great facility and the best homemade soup in the area. We picked this community because mom liked the initial "feel"! Mom made the right choice.
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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Care services do not apply as we are in an independent living duplex and we have not yet dined on the campus. Due to Covid concerns, the dining room opened to independent living guests last week. We are very...
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.
Each duplex home features 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, fully applianced kitchen, fireplace, laundry room, garage, front porch, Lifeline phone system, and many luxury features! Sunrooms and pond views are also available. Each is approx 1350 to 1500 sq. feet.Enjoy your independence on our 38 acre...
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Employees do what they say they are going to do. They know my mom, her personality, and her needs. They seem genuinely concerned for her health and well-being.
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.
Westbridge is located on the Wyndemere Retirement Community campus in Wheaton, IllinoisWestbridge residences offer a combination of gracious style and function that enables many to maintain their independence and enjoy life's simple pleasures. Our distinctive one-bedroom suites feature a...
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It's truly a wonderful place and folks are truly willing to help even when residents are stubborn and "not in a good place." I would definitely recommend as a great place even when the stage of life is not....
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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Brookdale Lisle has been with us every step of the way. They made Mom feel like a member of their family right away. The process of moving her from her home to Brookdale was seamless. The crew was fast and...
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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Beautiful facility, great amenities, kind staff. There are 3 different room sizes available in memory care. They are all very nice.
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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I would recommend to others. The community seems to be adequate for seniors. We picked this community, because it was conveniently located.
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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Staff is very helpful. If you need anything special ask and they can help or tell you how to get the help you need. In picking a facility, we went with staff that answered all our questions. Cleanliness and...
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.
Looking for senior housing near you? Situated on 80 sprawling acres in the southwest suburbs of Chicago, Marian Village in Homer Glen, Illinois offers easy living that is enriching and inspiring. Our Catholic senior living community welcomes people of all faiths as our focus is truly on your...
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My Mom has lived at Village Woods for a going on 6 years. She loves it there. All the staff is so friendly and nice to her. She has been in Assisted Living for almost 4 years. She loves the activities,...
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.
Village Woods is a Providence Life Services Community. Providence, a non-profit organization, has been committed to providing quality senior living options to those entrusted to our care in Michigan, Illinois, and Indiana for over a century. Our organization offers Independent Living, Assisted...
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The room was warm and comfortable. Suggest changing the type of bed for resident. Too small! Staff was very attentive to the residents needs. Thanks for taking care of my Uncle! Nurses were very concerned...
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.
Just 30 minutes south of Chicago, Sunrise Villa Olympia Fields provides a highly personalized approach to care, including independent and assisted living tailored to resident needs and abilities. Here, you have a choice of unique ranch-style townhome villas with two-car garages, front porches,...
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I only dealt with the memory care staff, but they were very experienced and caring. Most of the staff have worked at Brighton Gardens for years, which says a lot about the place.
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.
Brighton Gardens provides assisted living in an apartment-style setting that offers the simple pleasures - nutritious food, comfortable surroundings, and the support of a warm, caring and competent staff. Two separate, secured Reminiscence Neighborhoods are available for residents with...
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The residents had a great time on Wednesday back in March. The entire office staff gave us St. Patrick's Day necklaces, served us a tasty array of food and beverages and we played some games.
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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Could have been more communication with moving into Cedarhurst letting us know the ins and out of everything. Signed contract and had to wait 3 weeks before we got the emergency button we paid for for my...
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 Frankfort is a top-rated assisted senior living community located in Frankfort, Illinois. Our community is dedicated to providing exceptional care and services to seniors who require assistance with their daily living activities. We believe seniors should live their lives to the...
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Moving to Monarch Landing was a hard decision for me but a GREAT decision. People need to make this decision while it is their choice. Here I do not worry about snow on my driveway or weeds in my yard. ...
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.
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The staff at Park Place of St John is wonderful. The facility is so clean and secure. My mom has made many new friends and that is great. She also takes advantage of many of the activities and outings that...
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.
Park Place of St. John is a Providence Life Services Community. Providence, a non-profit organization, has been committed to providing quality senior living options to those entrusted to our care in Michigan, Illinois, and Indiana for over a century. Our organization offers Independent Living,...
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Safe, caring, and compassionate staff and residents take care of each other. We picked this community because the facilities are within 3 blocks of her former residence. Familiarity with facility and some...
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.
An Extraordinary Boutique CommunityWelcome! This extraordinary boutique community truly embraces an active senior lifestyle! Nestled in a quaint neighborhood setting in beautiful St. Charles, we provide residents 55+ an attractive lifestyle option.Enjoy the Fox River Valley – Trails, Parks,...
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The place is new. With being so new it brings some disadvantages, primarily the food quality. The good news is they are very open to listening and working on improving things.
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.
Bardwell Residences is a senior living community in an incredible historic building. Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care round out this 99 apartment community. We embrace our history and are Senior Living, Reimagined. Scheduled to open 4/1/23 the entire building has been renovated...
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The staff is very helpful and friendly. [Name removed] was our tour guide and she was very knowledgeable and helpful without being pushy. The meals have been very good and there are many options to choose...
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.
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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What families are saying about independent living in Gardner

Recent reviews for independent living in Gardner

Oak Trace a CCRC in Downers Grove, IL

4.8
They're short of help, all the way around. That's the main challenge. Sometimes it's hard to find a nurse on the nursing floor. But I really like the assisted living building. They're very good with their activities and keeping their people up to date on things. I had one relative move to ...
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Belmont Village Geneva Road in Carol Stream, IL

4.9
So glad my husband is living at Belmont Assisted Living. He feels safe, the attendants are professional and caring and a lot of the staff have been working there for over a decade. They are quick to answer questions, the on site doctor visits and physical therapists are a nice convenience and ...
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Ascension Living Bethlehem Woods Village in La Grange Park, IL

4.4
They have completely renovated our loved ones apartment so it is brand new and is quite nice. All of the staff members and the residents are very friendly and the home health care has really worked out great. The meals and dining service always looks very good, and she is enjoying the activities ...
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Cost of independent living in Gardner, IL

The average cost of senior living in Gardner is $5,542 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Emington, IL with an average of $3,187 per month.

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

Gardner, IL
$5,542/mo
$3,187/mo
$3,968/mo

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

Gardner, IL
$5,542/mo

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

$5,321/mo
Independent Living
$5,542/mo

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

$5,538/mo
$5,260/mo
$5,086/mo
$5,658/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Gardner over time

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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 is independent living?

Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:

  • Nutritious meals and snacks
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Home maintenance and repairs
  • Social activities and outings
Complete guide to independent living
How to Choose an Independent Living Community: 10 Key Considerations
An Active, Engaging Retirement: Top 5 Benefits of Independent Senior Living Communities
Are You Ready for Independent Living? Ask Yourself These 14 Questions

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Frequently Asked Questions

Independence Village Naperville, Mercy Circle Senior Living and Brookdale Glen Ellyn are the top rated independent living facilities near Gardner, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 227 independent living facilities near Gardner, Illinois. See the full list.

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