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The cost of independent living in Shorewood is about $7,030 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 17 options. Read 724 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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9.8
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97 reviews
9.8
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97 reviews
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What we like the most about The Timbers of Shorewood is that they are very welcoming. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience we have had.
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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77 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.8
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93 reviews
9.8
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93 reviews
5 star
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17%
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I like the amenities here. It's geared for senior and their needs It's an old building that I used to come to as a kid and it's been rehabbed and now I like here. I live in a wonderful suite. I can't believe...
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.
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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Photo of StoryPoint Romeoville
1111 Photos available
66 Floor plans available
9.7
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174 reviews
9.7
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174 reviews
5 star
64%
4 star
21%
3 star
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I am so thankful that I found StoryPoint Memory Care in Romeoville for my husband who had Parkinson's and dementia. From the moment I walked in the door, I knew that it was the best place for him. 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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Romeoville! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our various senior living options include independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Throughout each service...
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1010 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.5
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84 reviews
9.5
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84 reviews
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The staff is friendly and knowledgeable and knows everyone on a first name basis. Issues are addressed immediately. The environment is friendly and welcoming. The residents all get along and care about one...
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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3535 Photos available
88 Floor plans available
9.1
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56 reviews
9.1
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56 reviews
5 star
44%
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38%
3 star
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To be truthful one it was very close to my house too. It was one of the few independent living places my mother was accepted at. Several others said no, they didn't feel that she would be able to function...
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.
Solstice Senior Living at Joliet provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment.Just outside of Chicago, we're conveniently located in Joliet, a friendly suburb linked to the city by highways and trains. Our community has everything you could ever want; Joliet features...
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1111 Photos available
9.0
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93 reviews
9.0
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93 reviews
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Everyone is so wonderful. I have seen the nursing director and head of dementia so often helping with the residents. Really great care. The fact that they have PT on site is a huge bonus. Very good...
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 living is easy here because the services are second to none!' HarborChase of Plainfield conveniently serves the assisted living and memory care needs of seniors and families in and around the Plainfield area. Our community is situated on 3.8 acres just 35 miles southwest of Chicago. The...
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1010 Photos available
1414 Floor plans available
8.5
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37 reviews
8.5
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37 reviews
5 star
59%
4 star
22%
3 star
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It is a que sera sera environment. Get the facility manager out and about. Fix the kitchen equipment and supply chain issues .
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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88 Photos available
8.2
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65 reviews
8.2
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65 reviews
5 star
43%
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28%
3 star
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2 star
9%
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They are always there for me and my father. Whatever we need they are there for us and are very helpful and friendly. They answer all my questions and my concerns. Room sizes in memory care, they are big...
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.
Rock Run Place offers a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you everyday. Assisted Living and Memory Care levels of care are available on our campus. Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to...
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1818 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
8.0
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18 reviews
8.0
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18 reviews
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
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I was very pleased with Heritage woods. The people and staff were very friendly, they had interactive activities, the food was pretty good, and the facility was clean. My dad [name removed] lived there for...
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.
Heritage Woods of Plainfield is an affordable assisted living community serving adults 65 or older, fully certified by the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Living. Situated in Northwest Will County, Illinois about 35 miles southwest of Chicago, Heritage Woods is a lovely supportive...
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1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
7.5
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6 reviews
7.5
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We picked Heritage Woods of Minooka, because it was close to our house, and offered financial assistance. I don't need to recommend it or not. Most people that go there don't have a choice because it's the...
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.
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Photo of Victory Centre of Joliet
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Provides: Assisted Living
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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,...
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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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: 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.
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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.
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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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.

Cost of independent living in Shorewood, IL

The average cost of senior living in Shorewood is $7,030 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lisbon, IL with an average of $4,152 per month.

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

Shorewood, IL
$7,030/mo
$6,597/mo
$6,588/mo

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

Shorewood, IL
$7,030/mo
U.S. national average
$4,086/mo

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

$5,778/mo
Independent Living
$7,030/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,726/mo
Studio
$4,379/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,106/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,875/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Shorewood over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Shorewood

Recent reviews for independent living in Shorewood

Tinley Court Catered Senior Living in Tinley Park, IL

4.3
My brother [Removed] lived there for 2 1/2 years. I can't say enough good things about this facility. He had a lot of health needs but was able to be there and maintain a good amount of independence. The staff were always attentive to him and responsive to me. They helped us find wonderful ...
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The Landings Senior Living in Batavia, IL

4.3
The staff is extremely friendly. There lots of activities and outings. Beautiful campus and location!

Eden Vista Rock Run in Joliet, IL

3.1
The community and staff have been good all around. It's just the unfortunate that they have changed management/companies multiple times in the past year and a half. Which led to staffing shortages unfortunately. That would be the only issue we have experienced.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and caring staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various senior living communities. For instance, at The Timbers of Shorewood, residents and their families express appreciation for the personalized care and genuine concern shown by the staff. At Senior Suites of Joliet, th ...
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Wide selection of activities. Activities provide an essential aspect of community life for many seniors. At Solstice Senior Living at Joliet, residents enjoy a variety of offerings, including movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes. At American House Cedarlake, social events like theme parties and regular act ...
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Cleanliness and maintenance. A clean and well-maintained environment is crucial for residents' comfort and well-being. At StoryPoint Romeoville, the friendly gals who clean are praised for their attention to detail. At Senior Suites of Joliet, the community is described as one of the cleanest, with staff that help ensur ...
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Supportive and accommodating environment. Moving to a new residence can be a challenging experience for seniors. At The Timbers of Shorewood, the welcoming atmosphere and caring nature of the staff make the transition smoother for residents. At American House Cedarlake, the kind and accommodating staff members are commended for thei ...
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Delicious and nutritious meals. Nutrition is essential for seniors' health and overall well-being. At American House Cedarlake, residents and their families express satisfaction with the quality and variety of meals, while at StoryPoint Romeoville, the excellent food is described as a major factor in their happiness with t ...
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Engaging social opportunities. Socializing is an essential part of maintaining mental and emotional well-being for seniors. At American House Cedarlake, residents enjoy various social activities and have formed strong friendships. At Solstice Senior Living at Joliet, residents participate in meet-and-greets and spiritual ...
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Shorewood independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shorewood independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shorewood, 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 Shorewood 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 Shorewood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shorewood, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
34.2%
No sugar
No sugar
31.3%
30.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12.5%
9.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Shorewood 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 Shorewood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
43.8%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
56.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.8%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shorewood 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 Shorewood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shorewood, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
50%
44.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31.3%
28.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
43.8%
32.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
75%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.8%
42.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
56.3%
37.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
41.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
37.5%
32.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
43.8%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
46.3%
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Sunrise of Naperville North, The Timbers of Shorewood and Senior Suites of Joliet are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shorewood, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 17 independent living facilities near Shorewood, Illinois. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Shorewood, Illinois are The Timbers of Shorewood, Palos Heights Senior Living and StoryPoint Naperville. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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