Other senior care options in Illinois:

Page 6 of Best Independent Living in Illinois

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 232 independent living communities in IL using IL Dept. of Public Health (IDPH) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank independent living in IL
Reviewed by
Last updated
Jul 2026
We analyzed
232 homes
Other senior care options in Illinois:
Avg Walk Score: 52/ 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: 85The average licensed bed capacity across facilities in Illinois. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 90

Compare Independent Living around Illinois

Info below is compiled from the IL Dept. of Public Health (IDPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Vi at The Glen
IL
NH
AL
MC
Glenview
36
Facility 36
IL AVG 85
Rank #364 / 418
Yes
52
Facility 52
IL AVG 52
Rank #310 / 634
28
Facility 28
IL AVG 17
Rank #32 / 177
A+Cc-Lake, Inc3
6
Facility 6
IL AVG 7
Rank #180 / 276
2.0
Facility 2.0
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #236 / 276
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 315
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #1 / 315
1 Bed / 2 Bed / Villa
The Mather
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Evanston (Davis Street)
22
Facility 22
IL AVG 85
Rank #393 / 418
Yes
95
Facility 95
IL AVG 52
Rank #18 / 634
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 17
Rank #125 / 177
-The Mather Evanston5--
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 315
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #222 / 315
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Radford Green at Sedgebrook
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Lincolnshire
37
Facility 37
IL AVG 85
Rank #358 / 418
No
36
Facility 36
IL AVG 52
Rank #448 / 634
--Sedgebrook Opco (Sl-Vii) LLC3
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 276
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 276
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Mercy Circle Senior Living
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Chicago (Mount Greenwood)
43
Facility 43
IL AVG 85
Rank #329 / 418
Yes
44
Facility 44
IL AVG 52
Rank #392 / 634
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 17
Rank #125 / 177
-Mercy Circle5
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 276
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 276
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
GreenFields of Geneva
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Geneva
77
Facility 77
IL AVG 85
Rank #188 / 418
Yes
6
Facility 6
IL AVG 52
Rank #611 / 634
14
Facility 14
IL AVG 17
Rank #93 / 177
A+Nfp Friendship Village Of Mill Creek9
24
Facility 24
IL AVG 7
Rank #248 / 276
2.7
Facility 2.7
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #246 / 276
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 3
Rank #242 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Covenant Living at Windsor Park
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Carol Stream
72
Facility 72
IL AVG 85
Rank #204 / 418
No
26
Facility 26
IL AVG 52
Rank #523 / 634
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 17
Rank #125 / 177
-Covenant Living At Windsor Park7
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #136 / 276
0.6
Facility 0.6
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #161 / 276
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 3
Rank #268 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed / 3 Bed
Westminster Place
IL
AL
MC
NH
RC
SNF
Evanston (Grant Street)
105
Facility 105
IL AVG 85
Rank #112 / 418
Yes
44
Facility 44
IL AVG 52
Rank #392 / 634
--------Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Tabor Hills
IL
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Naperville (Naperville Park District)
96
Facility 96
IL AVG 85
Rank #132 / 418
Yes
21
Facility 21
IL AVG 52
Rank #550 / 634
-A+------Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Wesley Village Retirement Center
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Macomb
73
Facility 73
IL AVG 85
Rank #198 / 418
No
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 52
Rank #619 / 634
---------
The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community
IL
AL
NH
RC
SNF
Chicago (Uptown)
72
Facility 72
IL AVG 85
Rank #204 / 418
No
92
Facility 92
IL AVG 52
Rank #28 / 634
18
Facility 18
IL AVG 17
Rank #77 / 177
A+The Selfhelp Home, Inc2
25
Facility 25
IL AVG 7
Rank #249 / 276
12.5
Facility 12.5
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #275 / 276
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed
Oak Trace
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Downers Grove (Oak Trace)
94
Facility 94
IL AVG 85
Rank #140 / 418
Yes
35
Facility 35
IL AVG 52
Rank #458 / 634
--Lifespace Communities, Inc10
28
Facility 28
IL AVG 7
Rank #253 / 276
2.8
Facility 2.8
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #248 / 276
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 315
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #165 / 315
-
Good Samaritan Home
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Quincy
26
Facility 26
IL AVG 85
Rank #389 / 418
Yes
16
Facility 16
IL AVG 52
Rank #571 / 634
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 17
Rank #125 / 177
-The Good Samaritian Home Of Quincy4
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 7
Rank #168 / 276
1.3
Facility 1.3
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #217 / 276
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #62 / 315
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #1 / 315
-
Clarendale Six Corners
IL
AL
MC
RC
Chicago (Old Irving Park)
144
Facility 144
IL AVG 85
Rank #54 / 418
Yes
92
Facility 92
IL AVG 52
Rank #28 / 634
-C+Portage Park Operations, LLC6
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 276
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 276
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 3
Rank #242 / 315
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #1 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes
IL
AL
Vernon Hills
50
Facility 50
IL AVG 85
Rank #286 / 418
Yes
64
Facility 64
IL AVG 52
Rank #201 / 634
48
Facility 48
IL AVG 17
Rank #3 / 177
A+Blc-The Willows, LLC4
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 276
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #1 / 276
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #62 / 315
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #165 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
PLYMOUTH PLACE, INC. (Assisted Living)
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Lagrange Park (Orland Township)
78
Facility 78
IL AVG 85
Rank #183 / 418
No
74
Facility 74
IL AVG 52
Rank #135 / 634
---6
23
Facility 23
IL AVG 7
Rank #246 / 276
3.8
Facility 3.8
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #256 / 276
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 3
Rank #142 / 315
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #1 / 315
-
Rows per page:
View all Nearby Homes
Overview of Solstice Senior Living at Palatine

Focusing on seniors’ happiness and well-being, Solstice Senior Living at Palatine is a reliable senior living community situated in the tranquil lands of South Greeley Street, Palatine, IL, that specializes in independent living. The community features meticulously built and spacious one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments, ensuring seniors live in comfort and style. With its dedication to enhancing residents’ quality of life, Solstice Senior Living at Palatine goes above and beyond to deliver the highest quality of care and support for their unique needs and aspirations.

Engage with your surroundings and gain meaningful experiences through exciting activities and enjoyable programs. Moreover, mealtimes are something to anticipate with delicious and healthy meals freshly served to cater to nutritional needs and preferences. Experience a glorious retirement with the bright and friendly community of Solstice Senior Living at Palatine.

Contact Solstice Senior Living at Palatine

Overview of Smith Crossing (assisted Living)

Set across a 32-acre campus in Orland Park, Illinois, Smith Crossing runs a 62-bed nursing and rehab facility. Under the direction of owner Andrew Anello and Executive Director Amanda Mauceri, the building keeps about 85.6 percent of its beds filled and takes Medicare alongside private pay. Stays here average 56 days, meaning the daily routine is geared heavily toward short-term rehab patients rather than permanent residents.

Residents get around 5 hours and 11 minutes of direct, hands-on attention from the nursing team every single day. Registered nurses handle 1 hour and 27 minutes of that daily care, working alongside the rest of the 24/7 floor staff to coordinate speech pathology, physical therapy, and temporary respite stays. The campus layout is built around a full continuum of care, letting people switch between assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing without moving to a new property. Outside the gates, the neighborhood has a walkability score of 1 out of 100, so you will definitely have to drive when visiting or running errands.

State inspectors gave the facility a clean bill of health during their recent annual licensure survey, finding no deficiencies or rule violations. That clean record results in a citation rate of zero for the home, which has been established in the Orland Park area for 17 years.

Families can contact the main office to find out about current bed availability, ask how the physical therapy programs are structured, or set up an afternoon to walk through the grounds.

Contact SMITH CROSSING (Assisted Living)

Overview of Senior Suites of Central Station

Set in the busy city of Chicago, IL, Senior Suites Central Station is a one-of-a-kind senior living community that offers independent living. Residents live a fulfilling lifestyle with the convenience of maintenance-free living, security, and wellness programming. The community offers well-built apartments that provide utmost comfort and safety in every turn. A compassionate team of professionals helps residents with their care needs 24/7.

Seniors who wish to live an active lifestyle are provided with an abundance of interesting activities and programming, designed based on residents’ interests and needs. Residents are free to spend their days in the comfort of inviting community rooms or vibrant outdoor settings. Maintenance personnel ensures residents’ apartments are well-appointed and spotless, ensuring comfortable and hazard-free living.

Contact Senior Suites of Central Station

Overview of Senior Suites Ravenswood Manor

Senior Suites Ravenswood Manor is found on Montrose Avenue on Chicago’s North Shore, in a neighborhood offering plenty of walkability and foot traffic. It sits in a mid-rise building operating for 27 years, with housing options in studio and one-bedroom floor plans to suit varying preferences and needs.

The location scores 83 for walkability, meaning most daily errands and nearby essentials are walkable. It’s then especially convenient for independent residents and visiting family members navigating the neighborhood. Occupants with pets will find the home welcoming them as part of the community.

For families thinking of choosing the community, visiting in person is the best way to explore available floor plans, meet staff, and get a feel for daily life and the immediate neighborhood.

Contact Senior Suites Ravenswood Manor

Inspirations of Northbrook

4501 Concord Ln, Northbrook, IL 60062
Overview of Inspirations of Northbrook

Conveniently located in the thriving neighborhood of Northbrook, IL, Inspirations of Northbrook is an outstanding community that offers assisted living, independent living, and respite care. The community features a variety of studio to two-bedroom floor plans, designed for residents’ comfort and safety. Here, residents receive exceptional support for their daily living activities from a kind and well-trained team available around the clock.

With fun recreational programs and engaging activities, like billiards and light exercises, residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness. Residents enjoy mealtimes based on their dietary needs and preferences with delicious and well-balanced dining options served in multiple dining venues. Transportation and concierge services are also provided for convenience and safety. Amenities include a library, a cafe, an arts and craft studio, a courtyard, a garden, a greenhouse, a fitness center, and walking paths.

Contact Inspirations of Northbrook

Overview of Brookdale Hoffman Estates

Burrowed in the peaceful neighborhood of Hoffman Estates, Illinois, Brookdale Hoffman Estates is an excellent senior living community that offers a lifestyle that combines comfort and care within a hotel-style community. Catering to both independent living and assisted living residents, this community ensures that seniors can enjoy the lifestyle they desire while having access to the care they may need as their needs change. With a focus on individualized care, Brookdale Hoffman Estates provides personalized service plans that are flexible and tailored to meet each resident’s specific requirements.

Brookdale Hoffman Estates features a range of amenities designed to enhance the quality of life for its residents. From a fitness center to a library and arts and crafts studio, there are plenty of activities to keep residents engaged and active. The community also features a fishing pond, golf course, gardening/greenhouse area, and clinic. Full-service dining, concierge services, and pet-friendly apartments with utilities and maintenance included ensure a worry-free lifestyle. Additionally, a highly skilled team is available 24/7 to respond to any emergencies, providing peace of mind for residents and their families.

Contact Brookdale Hoffman Estates

Overview of Sunrise at Fountain Square

Sunrise at Fountain Square is a senior living community conveniently located in Lombard, IL, offering a variety of senior living options and services, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, short-term stays, terrace club, and hospice coordination. The community, which is renowned for providing excellent care, has been named Best Assisted Living by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Senior Living rankings for 2024, guaranteeing that residents get outstanding care and assistance.

Sunrise at Fountain Square is committed to making its residents’ lives better by providing a maintenance-free living full of interesting events and delectable food. The community offers numerous amenities, such as activity rooms, weekly housekeeping, scheduled transportation, cafe, pet-friendly surroundings, 24-hour trained staff, and monthly wellness visits, and a family engagement app. Residents also benefit from Wi-Fi access and the innovative Sunrise CareConnect system, ensuring coordinated and personalized care.

Contact Sunrise at Fountain Square

Overview of Ravenswood Supportive Living

Ravenswood Supportive Living sits in Chicago’s Lincoln Square neighborhood, at 1922 W Sunnyside Ave, serving residents age 65 and older in one-bedroom apartments within a mid-rise building. The Walk Score here hits 87, very walkable, and Ascension Saint Joseph – Chicago hospital sits under three miles away.

Licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants provide round-the-clock coverage, and an on-staff physician handles on-site visits rather than requiring residents to travel for routine care. Personal care, homemaking, laundry assistance, and medication management cover the daily basics, while rehabilitation services, respite care, and hospice and palliative care extend into more specialized territory.

Three meals arrive each day, plus snacks, and the activities calendar stays full: fitness activities, card games, movies, special outings, guest entertainers, and religious services all show up regularly. A beauty salon with barber services, an activity room, an outdoor patio, and Wi-Fi access round out the amenities, and transportation assistance is available specifically for medical appointments, a detail that matters when a resident needs to see a specialist outside the building. Medicaid coverage is accepted here, which matters directly for the population this community is built to serve.

Ravenswood Supportive Living combines round-the-clock clinical support, a full daily activities calendar, and Medicaid coverage, the kind of combination that works well for older adults who want to stay independent while having real healthcare support close at hand.

Contact Ravenswood Supportive Living

Overview of Martha Washington Senior Apartments

Surrounded by delightful local amenities in Chicago, IL, Martha Washington Senior Apartments is a dedicated 62+ community that offers independent living. Residents are guaranteed the utmost comfort with thoughtfully designed and sophisticated studio to two-bedroom floor plans. The community also provides on-site maintenance and management, so residents have a worry-free lifestyle.

Residents will not run out of things to do for leisure and wellness with unique local amenities and recreation sites nearby. With restaurants surrounding the area, residents enjoy plenty of dining options for their dietary needs and preferences. The community’s vibrant and friendly environment creates the ideal setting for a blissful retirement.

Contact Martha Washington Senior Apartments

Overview of Brookdale Glen Ellyn

Brookdale Glen Ellyn is a senior living community located just west of Chicago, offering both independent living and assisted living options on the same campus, providing residents with the lifestyle they desire along with the care they may need. With over two dozen floor plans available, including studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom options, residents can find the perfect luxury apartment that suits their preferences. The community offers a wide range of activities to choose from, whether it’s playing Bocce ball, bingo, or swimming.

At Brookdale Glen Ellyn, residents can trade home maintenance for more leisure time to engage in activities they enjoy, including classes for yoga, art, and design. Residents can enjoy the freedom of spending their time according to their interests, while also having the peace of mind that our dedicated staff is available 24/7 to respond to any emergency needs. Brookdale Glen Ellyn is dedicated to providing an enriching and fulfilling lifestyle that caters to each resident’s unique needs and preferences.

Contact Brookdale Glen Ellyn

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
No paid rankings Communities cannot pay to influence placement.
How we're paid: If we help you find a community and you move in, that community may pay us a referral fee. This never affects where they rank or what you pay. Learn more
Submit a correction
Who we are

Your Senior Care Partner, Every Step of the Way

We help families find affordable senior communities and unlock same day discounts, Medicaid, and Medicare options tailored to your needs.

Contact us Today

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 232 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.