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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Gilletts, IL
The cost of independent living in Gilletts is about $5,377 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 24 options. Read 625 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.
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8.2
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37 reviews
Yes, we would recommend. Quality of care seems good and better than previous experience. However they lack organization with clothes and bed linens. They often get mixed up between residents.
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 Cottages of New Lenox is an assisted living and memory care community located in New Lenox, IL, in Will County. The community has been specially created to resemble the type of family home where most residents will have lived all of their lives, helping them to adapt to this next stage of...
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88 reviews
She has been very happy at The Timbers and everything is going well. I live an hour away and visit every other weekend. Not only do the CNA's know all the residents, they address me by my first name. I can't...
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.
The Timbers of Shorewood delivers an unusual blend of secure senior living with elegance and independence! With full-service kitchens in every apartment, supportive services available for Independent living residents and perfectly coordinated services for Assisted Living residents. There is a...
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9.8
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84 reviews
My mom called me because she was dizzy and could not walk and she didn't know what to do. I was WORRIED! After she calmed down, we both remembered there was an emergency pull cord there. I told my mom to...
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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9.5
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56 reviews
Dad has been at Heartis for over three years. He is well taken care of by the entire staff. They understand his needs a offer the best possible support. Their patience with him is outstanding. During...
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.
Heartis Orland Park is a luxurious senior living community offering you fun and engaging ways to continue a life well lived.The upscale services and amenities create a vibrant atmosphere with new experiences around every corner. Socialize with neighbors and visitors in the courtyards or theatre....
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9.4
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111 reviews
My interaction with all levels of staff has been very positive. I interview I believe 9 assisted living facilities with wife and sister, we all agreed this looked the best, And haven't been disappointed...
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.
Care—On Your TermsWouldn’t it be nice to trade in a life of fear, worry and isolation for one full of comfortable accommodations, wonderful friends and personalized care designed to meet your exact needs? If so, our assisted and memory care community may just be the place for you. The seniors who...
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9.0
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8 reviews
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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8.9
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121 reviews
I looked 5 different places in the area for the memory care for my wife. I couldn't be more satisfied. We moved her in 3 mos ago. The staff is constantly courteous and encouraging her care while is care...
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.
Clarendale of Mokena is the only senior living community in The Village of Mokena, Ill. It is also the newest such community in the greater market area to offer three integrated lifestyle options under one roof - residential living, assisted living and memory care. Clarendale of Mokena creates an...
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8.4
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14 reviews
Positive experience. Our dad was being transferred from another home. It was a smooth transition and any requests we have made have been honored. It is a rather new community, very clean. Likes the food...
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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8.2
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45 reviews
Generally very happy with the care, etc. But with anything some help are better than others. My Mom chooses not to participate in most of the activities, choosing to nap- but they have tried to encourage...
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.
Evergreen Senior Living offers worry-free living, where independence thrives and compassionate care is always nearby. Our beautiful campus offers lovely assisted living options and unmatched memory support. We offer both long-term care and short-term respite care. We welcome you to learn more and...
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8.2
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33 reviews
Research the facility by talking with the residents and caretaker/wait staff; visit at meal time, look for hidden charges such as telephone calling area, transportation range included in monthly fee, meals...
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.
The Inn at Willow Falls was designed with consideration for every facet of a secure and enriching senior lifestyle — from a choice of meticulously designed apartments to a complete program of supportive care and social services. Residents will delight in the beautiful grounds, the comfortable...
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8.0
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7 reviews
I highly recommend, [name removed], our fitness instructor at Victorian Village. I came here in a wheelchair and now I am mobile to walk the stairs from the first and second floor instead of using the...
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.
Victorian Village 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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1.0
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29 reviews
The community is short staffed overall. The overnight shift is shorter than the daytime staff. The food is good and they give the residents a large variety of food. Some of the activities include...
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.
With our HigherPath senior health model leading the way, Bickford redefines senior living. It's not just about care; it's about proactive well-being, enabling your loved one to live happier, healthier — longer.Our approach clearly resonates — our happiness ratings among residents are double the...
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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.
Dedicated to Good LivingOur longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Victory Centre of Joliet 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 else,...
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6.8
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33 reviews
So the experience for my Mom & myself had been pretty good., except for one thing. We were told that two-three weeks after she moved in that she would receive a new shower, because the one in the bathroom as...
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.
Hanover Place Senior living is a pet-friendly retirement community for seniors age 55 and over in the Chicago metropolitan area. Our private one-bedroom apartments allow seniors to maintain an active, independent lifestyle in their retirement years while taking advantage of our amenities. Our...
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I've lived here for 3 years. The staff is friendly and competent. The food is pretty good, all things considered.[Removed], the head-honcho, is just superb: dedicated, friendly, and responsive, and very hard...
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.
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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.
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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.
Smith Crossing Continuing Care Retirement Community - Orland Park, IL Smith Crossing, one of two Smith Senior Living communities, located in the Village of Orland Park, Illinois, is a Continuing Care Retirement Community that’s backed by the strength and experience of Smith Senior...
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.
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.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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 Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
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.
The Village at Our Lady of Angels provides seniors with an independent living community in Joliet, IL. This community offers a great place to live. Joliet is a part of the counties of Kendall and Will. Joliet offers much to do and see, and residents and their guests enjoy checking out the Joliet...
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Cost of independent living in Gilletts, IL
The average cost of senior living in Gilletts is $5,377 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Palos Heights, IL with an average of $4,758 per month.
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Gilletts, IL by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Gilletts
Recent reviews for independent living in Gilletts
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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StoryPoint Bolingbrook
5.0
I am going to say 5 to all the questions. It was a little expensive but well worth it they took very good care of my dad the nurses were excellent and very professional they have a room in the back for family meals the chef prepared a wonderful meal for me I am a vegetarian my dad loved the ...
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Franciscan Village in Lemont, IL
4.0
It is a wonderful place to live, safe, secure, very spiritual, clean & neat, plenty of activities, meals ok, responsive staff, a broad range of care at one facility. I would recommend to other families.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Attentive and caring staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of staff members at different communities, with residents and their families expressing their appreciation for the personal connections made. At The Timbers of Shorewood, CNA's know residents by name and go above and beyond to help, while at ...
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Lovely and clean living spaces. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of various communities, with residents commenting on the pristine interiors and well-maintained grounds. At Senior Suites of Joliet, the staff keeps the community clean and residents love their apartments, while at New Lenox Horizon, so ...
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Engaging and diverse activities. Several communities offer a wide range of activities for residents, with families praising the opportunities to socialize and stay engaged. At The Timbers of Shorewood, Timbers has many activities, crafts, and social events, while New Lenox Horizon residents wish for more options beyond bing ...
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Accessible and helpful management. Reviews highlight the importance of clear and effective communication between residents, families, and management, ensuring everyone is informed and care needs are met. At The Timbers of Shorewood, The Timbers has a 24/7 security desk and readily attends to concerns, while Hanover Place resi ...
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Flexible and accommodating meals. Quality meal options and accommodating staff are important factors for residents, with several communities offering flexibility to meet dietary restrictions and preferences. At The Timbers of Shorewood, The Timbers allows residents to choose where and what they eat, while Senior Suites of Jol ...
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Thoughtful and convenient amenities. Residents appreciate communities with helpful amenities, such as nearby transportation and laundry facilities. At Senior Suites of Joliet, residents enjoy regular transportation to Walmart and outings, while Willow Falls residents appreciate the affordable place with high-quality services.
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Gilletts independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gilletts independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gilletts, 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 Gilletts 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 Gilletts 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
22.7%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
32.9%
No sugar
No sugar
36.4%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
27.3%
32.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.5%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Gilletts 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 Gilletts communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
45.5%
35.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42%
Room service
Room service
36.4%
35.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.8%
16.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gilletts 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 Gilletts offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.4%
27.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
36.4%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59.1%
47.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.5%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.7%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40.9%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
54.5%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
31.8%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.9%
38.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
45.5%
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Independence Village Naperville, Mercy Circle Senior Living and Sunrise of Naperville North are the top-rated independent living facilities near Gilletts, Illinois. See full list of communities.
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