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| Brookdale Vernon Hills | IL AL MC NH | Vernon Hills (North Milwaukee Avenue) | 90
Facility
90
IL AVG
86
Rank
#151 / 426 | Yes |
25
Facility
25
IL AVG
51
Rank
#529 / 648 | 48
Facility
48
IL AVG
20
Rank
#2 / 145 | A+ | S-H Opco Park At Vernon Hills, LLC | 10 | 4
Facility
4
IL AVG
7
Rank
#168 / 308 | 0.4
Facility
0.4
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#139 / 308 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#95 / 308 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#139 / 308 | Studio / 1 Bed |
| GreenFields of Geneva | IL AL MC NH | Geneva | 77
Facility
77
IL AVG
86
Rank
#193 / 426 | Yes |
6
Facility
6
IL AVG
51
Rank
#610 / 648 | 14
Facility
14
IL AVG
20
Rank
#93 / 145 | A+ | Nfp Friendship Village Of Mill Creek | 9 | 24
Facility
24
IL AVG
7
Rank
#282 / 308 | 2.7
Facility
2.7
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#292 / 308 | 4
Facility
4
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#185 / 308 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#1 / 308 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Clarendale of Algonquin | IL AL MC RC | Algonquin (West Algonquin Road) | 110
Facility
110
IL AVG
86
Rank
#101 / 426 | No |
49
Facility
49
IL AVG
51
Rank
#344 / 648 | 11
Facility
11
IL AVG
20
Rank
#101 / 145 | A+ | Algonquin Operations LLC | 8 | 7
Facility
7
IL AVG
7
Rank
#221 / 308 | 0.9
Facility
0.9
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#215 / 308 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#1 / 308 | 5
Facility
5
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#257 / 308 | Studio / Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Encore Village of Schaumburg | IL AL MC NH | Schaumburg | 109
Facility
109
IL AVG
86
Rank
#108 / 426 | Yes |
58
Facility
58
IL AVG
51
Rank
#253 / 648 | 52
Facility
52
IL AVG
20
Rank
#1 / 145 | A+ | Il Ccrc, LLC | 11 | 122
Facility
122
IL AVG
7
Rank
#308 / 308 | 11.1
Facility
11.1
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#229 / 308 | 4
Facility
4
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#307 / 308 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#307 / 308 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Church Creek | IL AL MC RC | Arlington Heights | 69
Facility
69
IL AVG
86
Rank
#217 / 426 | Yes |
40
Facility
40
IL AVG
51
Rank
#418 / 648 | 28
Facility
28
IL AVG
20
Rank
#33 / 145 | A+ | Sptmrt Properties Trust | 5 | 4
Facility
4
IL AVG
7
Rank
#168 / 308 | 0.8
Facility
0.8
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#199 / 308 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#1 / 308 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#139 / 308 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes | IL AL | Vernon Hills | 50
Facility
50
IL AVG
86
Rank
#294 / 426 | Yes |
64
Facility
64
IL AVG
51
Rank
#201 / 648 | 48
Facility
48
IL AVG
20
Rank
#2 / 145 | A+ | Blc-The Willows, LLC | 4 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 308 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#1 / 308 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#95 / 308 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#139 / 308 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| The Carrington at Lincolnwood | IL AL MC | Lincolnwood (Northeast Parkway) | 132
Facility
132
IL AVG
86
Rank
#68 / 426 | Yes |
58
Facility
58
IL AVG
51
Rank
#253 / 648 | 8
Facility
8
IL AVG
20
Rank
#113 / 145 | A+ | The Carrington At Lincolnwood LLC | 11 | 11
Facility
11
IL AVG
7
Rank
#258 / 308 | 1.0
Facility
1.0
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#215 / 308 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#95 / 308 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#207 / 308 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| New Perspective Senior Living Silvis | IL AL MC | Silvis | 61
Facility
61
IL AVG
86
Rank
#250 / 426 | Yes |
40
Facility
40
IL AVG
51
Rank
#418 / 648 | 18
Facility
18
IL AVG
20
Rank
#75 / 145 | A+ | Hcri Illinois Properties, LLC | 9 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
7
Rank
#99 / 308 | 0.1
Facility
0.1
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#115 / 308 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#95 / 308 | 4
Facility
4
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#207 / 308 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Vi at The Glen | IL NH AL MC | Glenview | 36
Facility
36
IL AVG
86
Rank
#372 / 426 | No |
52
Facility
52
IL AVG
51
Rank
#310 / 648 | 39
Facility
39
IL AVG
20
Rank
#19 / 145 | A+ | Cc-Lake, Inc | 3 | 6
Facility
6
IL AVG
7
Rank
#212 / 308 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#252 / 308 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#1 / 308 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#1 / 308 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed / Villa |
| The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community | IL AL NH RC | Chicago (Uptown) | 72
Facility
72
IL AVG
86
Rank
#209 / 426 | No |
92
Facility
92
IL AVG
51
Rank
#28 / 648 | 18
Facility
18
IL AVG
20
Rank
#75 / 145 | A+ | The Selfhelp Home, Inc | 2 | 25
Facility
25
IL AVG
7
Rank
#283 / 308 | 12.5
Facility
12.5
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#308 / 308 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#1 / 308 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#139 / 308 | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Brookdale Lake View | IL AL MC NH | Chicago (Lake View East) | 41
Facility
41
IL AVG
86
Rank
#344 / 426 | No |
90
Facility
90
IL AVG
51
Rank
#40 / 648 | 48
Facility
48
IL AVG
20
Rank
#2 / 145 | A+ | Blc-Kenwood Of Lake View, LLC | 5 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
7
Rank
#1 / 308 | 0.0
Facility
0.0
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#1 / 308 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#95 / 308 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#139 / 308 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Celebrate Senior Living Niles | IL AL MC NH RC | Niles (North Newark Avenue) | 59
Facility
59
IL AVG
86
Rank
#268 / 426 | No |
60
Facility
60
IL AVG
51
Rank
#233 / 648 | 7
Facility
7
IL AVG
20
Rank
#117 / 145 | A+ | Elevate Saint Andrew LLC | 6 | 8
Facility
8
IL AVG
7
Rank
#235 / 308 | 1.3
Facility
1.3
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#221 / 308 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#239 / 308 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#1 / 308 | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Summit of Uptown | IL AL MC | Park Ridge | 29
Facility
29
IL AVG
86
Rank
#387 / 426 | Yes |
91
Facility
91
IL AVG
51
Rank
#36 / 648 | 42
Facility
42
IL AVG
20
Rank
#12 / 145 | A+ | Ffi Summit Owner, LLC | 8 | 4
Facility
4
IL AVG
7
Rank
#168 / 308 | 0.5
Facility
0.5
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#166 / 308 | 3
Facility
3
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#185 / 308 | 2
Facility
2
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#207 / 308 | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Independence Village of Rockford | IL NH | Rockford | 66
Facility
66
IL AVG
86
Rank
#222 / 426 | No |
43
Facility
43
IL AVG
51
Rank
#399 / 648 | 40
Facility
40
IL AVG
20
Rank
#17 / 145 | A+ | - | - | - | - | - | - | Studio / 1 Bed |
| Smith Village | IL AL MC NH | Chicago (South Side) | 82
Facility
82
IL AVG
86
Rank
#171 / 426 | No |
71
Facility
71
IL AVG
51
Rank
#147 / 648 | 17
Facility
17
IL AVG
20
Rank
#84 / 145 | A+ | The Washington And Jane Smith Community-Beverly | 3 | 25
Facility
25
IL AVG
7
Rank
#283 / 308 | 8.3
Facility
8.3
IL AVG
0.9
Rank
#303 / 308 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
1.8
Rank
#1 / 308 | 0
Facility
0
IL AVG
1.2
Rank
#1 / 308 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
Say goodbye to tiring household chores with Mather Place, a cozy community in Wilmette, Illinois that offers independent living to active residents. Residents here enjoy the comfort of their elegantly designed accommodations with easy access to the Wellness Resource Center for their wellness needs. Embrace the comfort provided by a 24-hour concierge, personal transportation, and maintenance services for a carefree living experience.
Fill your days with countless opportunities for fun and enrichment with a wide array of cultural, social, and educational activities held regularly. Access to physical, occupational, and speech therapy is also available through a third-party provider. With customized meal plans, fun programs, and comfortable living spaces, enjoying your golden years to the fullest here is easy.
Overlooking the serene area of Palatine, IL, Grand at Twin Lakes offers a maintenance-free environment for independent living. Residents here thrive in their modern accommodations with light housekeeping, 24-hour emergency response, and other amenities for their convenience. The community also provides additional services like visiting physicians, therapies, home healthcare, and nursing services for more support.
Fostering an active and enriching lifestyle, the community provides an array of educational, social, and recreational activities. Residents can choose to enjoy delectable meals in the private dining room or cozy resident club lounge that fosters socialization. With 24-hour teams and an abundance of interesting amenities, residents here are guaranteed to enjoy a comfortable and fulfilling living experience.
Residing in the serene neighborhood of Kaneville Road, Geneva, IL, is the unique senior living community of The Reserve of Geneva that provides independent living. The community focuses on the needs and preferences of adults aged 55 and older, providing them with a range of cozy and elegant one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences. A kind and reliable team also keeps seniors’ surroundings clean to ensure they enjoy a maintenance-free retirement.
There is always something fun to do with a variety of fun activities and engaging programs that highlight their interests and strengths. With plenty of incredible amenities available, residents have more freedom to do as they please. The Reserve of Geneva is a good place for seniors to experience a glorious retirement with its serene environment.
Providing more than just a place to live, Midway Pointe Senior Living is a distinct senior living community based in Chicago, IL, offering assisted living. The community consists of multiple one and two bedroom apartments, equipped with emergency alert systems and other convenient amenities for a comfortable living experience. Residents can relax knowing that basic everyday chores can be easily handled with trash chutes and recycling centers on each floor, free laundry facility and elevator service.
Located within the Garfield Ridge community, Midway Pointe provides convenient access to medical, social and retail amenities, several restaurants, banks, cleaners and community services. The community holds an array of exciting activities, including holiday parties, crafts, speakers, wellness/exercise classes and more, for a vibrant living experience. A variety of convenient services, including grocery delivery, pharmacy delivery, laundry service, maid service, linen service, and meals are provided to give residents more time to spend on enjoyment and leisure.
Achieve your dream lifestyle with the distinct senior living community of Solstice Senior Living at Joliet settled in the serene lands of Essington Road, Joliet, IL, that focuses on independent living. Experience a peaceful and secure retirement with carefully designed and elegant accommodations in a variety of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. Maintain an active and well-engaged retirement with exceptional care and support from a dedicated and specially trained team.
With its commitment to enhancing seniors’ quality of life, the community collaborates with trusted healthcare providers. Hone your skills and learn new things through stimulating activities and engaging programs. Moreover, residents have something to anticipate with delightful and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. Solstice Senior Living at Joliet strives to provide a safe place for seniors to enjoy every moment of their golden years without worries with its incredible amenities and serene premises.
Greeting seniors with warmth, The Kensington situated in Galesburg, IL, is an idyllic senior living community that offers independent living. With cozy and elegant residences in a wide array of one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans, seniors experience unmatched comfort and security. With its dedication to improving seniors’ well-being, the community doubles its efforts to deliver care and assistance for seniors’ daily activities to ensure they live without worries.
Participate in fun recreational activities and enjoy personal time for relaxation in the inviting spaces of the community. Meet new friends and create lasting moments together for a meaningful retirement. Maximize your freedom while retaining connections with your surroundings in the tranquil spaces and welcoming environment of The Kensington.
Let go of responsibilities and gain the freedom to explore, learn, and grow with The Breakers at Edgewater Beach in Chicago, IL, a dynamic senior living community that offers independent living and short-term care. The community features a variety of studios, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, providing residents with plenty of accommodation options to choose their ideal residence. Residents’ days of worrying about the everyday tasks of living are over with housekeeping, laundry and maintenance handled by the community’s team members.
Residents experience a vibrant living experience with a diverse calendar of activities, such as religious services, LGBT social hours, meditation sessions, local outings, and live music performances. Meal options are curated by dining professionals to meet residents’ specific dietary needs, ensuring they eat good and feel good. Amenities include a beauty & barbershop, fitness equipment, art center, cards room, a courtyard, library, greenhouse, indoor pool, and cinema for entertainment and leisure.
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.
Senior Suites of Austin in Chicago, IL, is an impressive senior living community that provides an encouraging environment for residents who wish to spend their retirement years independently. The community offers a well-supported independent living with access to meticulously designed accommodations, elegant common spaces, and compassionate services. A professional team is available 24/7 to provide added assistance to residents needing extra care and support.
Residents at Senior Suites of Austin can enjoy their day autonomously with well-coordinated activities and social events that keep residents engaged. Amenities include spacious community rooms, on-site parking, secured entry systems, and outdoor patios. Residents also enjoy carefully prepared meals by a skilled chef in an inviting communal dining room. With various assistance, supportive team members, and delightful amenities, residents at Senior Suites of Austin are guaranteed to live a comfortable life.
As a property management company, Encore Senior Living in Chicago provides a range of living options to cater to seniors’ varying needs, including assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Their goal is to help seniors live on their own terms without worrying about safety. The community creates a home with a unique personality. Each resident is valued for their individuality and independence. They offer a variety of floor plans to choose from, so seniors can find the perfect space that suits their lifestyle.\
Designed to provide an engaging and social environment, they have on-site dining where residents can enjoy meals with others, a salon and spa for pampering, landscaped grounds with outdoor nooks for fresh air, community rooms for events, and even a wellness office to ensure that residents are staying healthy and active. If you’re looking for a senior living community that feels like home, Encore Senior Living in Chicago is the perfect choice.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these independent living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
01
Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
02
Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
03
Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
04
Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
- Includes
- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
05
Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
06
Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Independent Living in Illinois
What is independent living?
Independent living communities are residential settings for active older adults — typically with private apartments or cottages, shared amenities (dining, fitness, activities), and no built-in medical care.
How many independent living communities are listed on this page?
This page features 230 independent living communities in Illinois. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right independent living community in Illinois?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Illinois, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting independent living communities in Illinois?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.












