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Overview of Grand Victorian at Crystal Lake

The license at Grand Victorian at Crystal Lake in Crystal Lake, IL, lists assisted living, independent living, and memory care. What memory care means is a secured setting with supervision. Assisted living absorbs the daily tasks, and the private space remains a resident’s own. Independent living delivers the community’s services and stops there.

Ninety-five beds are licensed here, and going up a level does not mean going anywhere else. Well Trevi Tenant, LLC operates the community.

Respite Care appears among the services, which cover a short stretch when the family caregiver has a trip or a period of rest and recovery to get past. Rehabilitation Services are there too, for therapy a resident needs while recovering.

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Sedgebrook

800 Audubon Way, Lincolnshire, IL 60069
Overview of Sedgebrook

Operating for 15 years, Sedgebrook is a life plan community in Lincolnshire, Illinois, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. It also features accessible studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments designed without stairs in a mid-rise setting. This allows older adults to transition between care levels as their needs change while remaining in the same community.

A variety of amenities, including a beauty salon, fitness area, scenic gardens, scheduled activities, transportation services, and meals tailored to individual dietary needs and preferences, are provided. 24-hour visiting access further supports ongoing connections with family and friends.

Notably, the community operates on a private-pay basis and is not certified to accept Medicare or Medicaid. As a result, care must be financed through private funds, long-term care insurance, or other personal payment resources. With more than a decade of experience providing a continuum of care, Sedgebrook offers a stable environment for older adults seeking long-term support.

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Overview of Spring Ridge of Lssi

Spring Ridge of Lssi is a top-rated independent living community in Rockford, IL, that features 59 one-bedroom apartments for those 62+. The community’s lively and welcoming environment ensures older adults can keep their peace of mind during their stay. With 24-hour on-call maintenance, convenient apartment features, and a dedicated social service coordinator, residents can maintain their independence without worries. The community also strives to maintain affordability with income-based rents.

Recreational activities and social events allow residents to interact with friends and gain meaningful experiences. A community room, reading nooks, and an exercise room are also available, so residents can lounge and rest comfortably. Residents also have a stress-free retirement, especially with its peaceful setting in Rockford’s residential area. This independent living community is committed to helping older adults live comfortably in retirement, making it a good choice for senior living in Illinois.

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Overview of Independence Village of Rockford

Spend your best years at Independence Village of Rockford, an award-winning community in Rockford, IL, offering independent living. With thoughtfully designed and spacious accommodations, residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort. Weekly housekeeping and linen services are also provided, so residents have more time to do the things they love.

Recreational activities and wellness programs are also conducted, encouraging residents to live actively and maintain social connections. Three delicious and healthy meals are also served to satisfy residents’ dietary needs and preferences. Residents also have easy access to thriving local amenities and leisure sites. The community is a great option for those looking to live independently in retirement.

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Overview of Alden Des Plaines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center

Alden Des Plaines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center provides nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing in Des Plaines, IL. Nursing home and skilled nursing care include licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing, and taking medication.

Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, and the range of care types can suit a resident whose needs grow over time without leaving the community.

The community has 110 beds, with private and semi-private rooms available. A private room gives one resident an individual room, while a semi-private room means sharing a room with another resident.

Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted. Medicare can cover short-term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid can help cover a long stay when savings do not, and private pay means paying directly.

Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 57 minutes per resident per day, representing the nursing time allocated to each resident across an average day. Pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet to live with them, while a Walk Score of 42 places the area in a car-dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride for someone who no longer drives.

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Overview of Westminster Place

Westminster Place offers nursing home, assisted living, independent living, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing in Evanston, IL. Assisted living supports daily tasks while a resident keeps an apartment, while memory care provides a secured setting with supervision. Skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock, independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, and respite care provides a short stay.

The range of care levels may make Westminster Place a good fit for a resident whose needs may grow over time, because moving to another level can happen without leaving the community. The community has 105 beds and offers studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom housing. A studio is a single private space, while a two bedroom can suit a couple moving together or someone who wants a companion.

Total nurse staffing is 7 hours 16 minutes per resident per day. This represents the daily hands on nursing time assigned per resident. Medicare and private pay are accepted, and pets are allowed, so a resident can bring a pet when moving in.

A Walk Score of 44 places the area in a car dependent band. Most errands require a car or a ride for a resident who no longer drives.

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Overview of Siena on Brendenwood

Siena on Brendenwood is an independent living community in Rockford, Illinois. Independent living provides private living with community services rather than daily care, making it a fit for someone who wants to manage everyday routines independently. One-bedroom and two-bedroom homes are available. The larger layout also suits a couple moving together.

Full-size kitchens let residents prepare meals in their own homes, while in-unit washers and dryers make it possible to handle laundry without leaving the apartment. Outside, a courtyard, patio and walking paths offer places to spend time on the property. The area has a Walk Score of 67, described as somewhat walkable, so some errands can be completed on foot while others may require transportation.

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Overview of Senior Suites Gage Park

Senior Suites Gage Park is a paradisal senior living community based in Chicago, IL, offering independent living for active seniors. Convenient services and amenities are available to simplify residents’ lives, giving them more time to spend on creating a lifestyle they’ve always wanted. The community features an array of spacious and accessible apartments, ranging from studio to one-bedroom floor plans, allowing residents to choose an option that fits their needs.

Residents live with confidence thanks to an emergency call system and team members available to help 24/7. Moreover, residents benefit from services like transportation, regular housekeeping, and on-site maintenance personnel to make sure everything is always working. At Senior Suites Gage Park, there’s never a dull day with an array of interesting activities and abundance of delightful amenities and inviting community spaces.

Starting Price $1,276/Month Info Pricing updated on October 8th, 2026

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Overview of Ascension Living Resurrection Place

Nestled in the neighborhood of Park Ridge, IL, Ascension Living Resurrection Place is a trusted senior care provider, offering excellent skilled nursing care and rehabilitation services. Designed to help its residents regain strength, flexibility and mobility, and their independence, the community offers access to physical, occupational and speech-language therapies. Residents are offered their semi-private or private room with plenty of space for visiting families and friends while fostering a home-like atmosphere.

The community’s care team helps residents to reach their recovery and care goals by collaborating closely with them and their healthcare team in creating personalized care plans tailored to their needs. Delicious meals and vibrant activities, events, and clubs are also available for a complete living experience. Here, residents have the opportunities and tools they need to enjoy their recovery journey and live their lives fully.

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Overview of Wyndemere

Wyndemere in Wheaton, IL, has independent living and assisted living options. Memory care, skilled nursing, and nursing home care are included on that same list. Independent living allows residents to manage their own days, with community services while lacking any structured daily care. In the assisted living arrangement, staff manage everyday tasks while the resident retains their apartment.

Memory care is available for individuals whose dementia increases the likelihood of wandering, and the area remains secured under staff supervision. With skilled nursing in the facility, licensed nurses are present at every hour. Having everything in one place allows a resident with increasing needs to remain there.

Options consist of one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom apartments, as well as private rooms. A private room is an individual area of its own, while the bigger apartments are suitable for couples or anyone seeking a companion.

On the premises, you’ll discover a swimming pool, a library, a putting green, along with a salon and spa. Therapy comes in three forms, physical, occupational, and speech. Wyndemere has a Walk Score of 40, meaning that most errands require driving. Pets are permitted to come along.

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Independent Living in Illinois at a glance

Avg Walk Score: 51/ 100The average Walk Score across facilities in Illinois. A third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100) measuring convenience and context, not healthcare quality. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 50/ 100
Avg No. of Beds: 84The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Illinois. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90