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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 71 independent living facilities in Arlington Heights, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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Types of care available in Arlington Heights, IL
Independent Living
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 communicates very well with the resident and the family. Price is fair market/moderate.
I could not be happier with the Liberty Village community is every regard. [name removed] and [name removed] has been amazing and I am very happy that my father is there. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.
I’m living here currently and it’s going really, really well. I’m very pleased. When I moved in, my apartment was perfect. I had new carpet and new paint and it was really a pleasure to be able to move in. I was on the waiting list for a few months but they were able to give me exactly what I wanted, including my own parking space in the underground garage. The staff is very helpful. The only issue I ever see is that maybe someone forgets to vacuum the elevator because it’s a high traffic area but the community room and the lobby is just beautiful and they decorate for every holiday. It makes you feel like you’re living in a house because of the decorating. They don’t serve food but they provide small full-sized kitchens in the apartments. They provide plenty of activities like bingo, card games, there’s a movie every Friday night, and they have special dinner events about once a month. The other residents so far have been very friendly and very welcoming. They’ve met all of my needs and expectations and I would recommend them.
1250 W Central Rd, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
I've found that if I have a question I just ask & the staff & everyone will attempt to get the correct person to answer or it will be forwarded until I get the information I needed. Guess I'll just say I'm...
Church Creek, ideal for seniors who value their independence and appreciate the good life, is an independent full-service community conveniently located next to Northwest Community Hospital. Our community features a comfortable lifestyle, superb amenities and the highest standards of hospitality...
800 W Oakton St, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
My mom said "I don't have to cook or clean." Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend the Lutheran Home to other families
Lutheran Home in Arlington Heights was established in 1892 and continues to be a respected not-for-profit mission driven organization in the Chicagoland area. Lutheran Home offers assisted living; a tired memory support continuum; residential nursing; short term rehabilitation; adult day...
811 E. Central Rd., Arlington Heights, IL 60005
What our family likes the most about The Morrings of Arlington Heights is how friendly and welcoming everyone is, and the community is welcoming as well. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would...
Located on a beautifully landscaped, 45-acre campus in the heart of Chicago’s northwest suburbs, The Mooring of Arlington Heights offers gracious, independent senior living in a country-like setting. This senior living campus combines a quiet country ambiance with a genuine small-town...
4501 Concord Lane, Northbrook, IL 60062
Despite my living in an apartment in Independent Living, I see the excellent care of others who are more impaired. I would absolutely recommend Brookdale Northbrook to other families!
A Meaningful RetirementWhy would you settle for a senior living community that requires you to sacrifice your well-deserved freedom and independence in exchange for quality care? Our residents enjoy both here at our independent and assisted living community in Northbrook, Illinois. You can join...
800 South River Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016
I was apprehensive about moving into a senior living community, but I have been very impressed with Brookdale. The residents and staff are very friendly and genuine. I have lived at Brookdale for four years...
It’s good to be home.Our community just outside of Chicago gives you the lifestyle you want, plus care if you need it with both independent living and assisted living on the same campus. With several floor plans to chose from, including studio, one-bedroom and two-bedroom options, you’ll be able...
350 W Schaumburg Rd, Schaumburg, IL 60194
I moved to Encore Village almost exactly three years ago. I was the best decision I have ever made! The apartments are very nice; the food and food choices are excellent. As a matter of fact, "choices"...
180 West Half Day Road, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
My mom loves the people, the facility, and the food at Sunrise in Buffalo Grove. I am grateful that I can feel comfortable knowing that my mother is being well taken care of - she is in a safe &...
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
555 McHenry Rd, Wheeling, IL 60090
The Independent Living community is small, very friendly and clean. More like a home, than a facility. People who work there seem to care and always address Mom by name. The care service is a La carte and...
Situated on 17 rolling acres in the northwest suburbs, our community features carefully appointed apartments offering many modern conveniences combined with the everyday comforts of home. Picture a lifestyle where you receive unequaled services and amenities while having a whole new world of...
1515 Barrington Road, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
I have been very happy here at Brookdale. The staff here is gentle, kind, well organized with helping you any way they can. Maintenance is wonderful. Activities never am stops which I participate in...
When it comes to home upkeep, less is more.Our community, located next door to a golf course and across the street from Arthur L. Janura Forest Preserve, has both independent living and assisted living so you’ll have care options if you need more care later. When something needs to be...
10 N Summit Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068
Cleanliness=timely cleaning of floors Food=better preparation, better variety,better,wait staff,and timely service for telephone orders. There is a wide range of activities to chose from.
Summit of Uptown is located in the heart of Park Ridge and offers independent living, assisted living and memory care. Our community features spacious studio, one bedroom and two bedroom apartments within an active lifestyle community.We offer onsite daily activities focused on building deep...
777 Church Street, Lake Zurich, IL 60047
Dad has loved the people here and has had nothing bad to say about his first six months here. Thank you to the team and [name removed] for the great support our father has received here. We could not be...
Cedar Lake Assisted Living & Memory Care is the premier assisted living community located in southwestern Lake County approximately 37 miles from downtown Chicago. We offer Assisted Living, Transitional Memory Care, and Dementia/Memory Care. Cedar Lake Assisted Living and Memory Care will put...
2250 W Golf Rd, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
I called place for moms and they sent me many places to check out. This one Popular Creek .Had a great place. My brother loves it. He is so happy with his garage space. He had to wait for it but he got in...
2200 Golf Road, Glenview, IL 60025
Very honestly, I would give a five for each of the categories. I know my dad was only there for a few weeks but overall the care and consideration everybody had for him made myself and my sisters so happy...
Belmont Village of Glenview, Illinois is situated in the heart of a beautiful residential area. Our community is convenient to Old Orchard, the botanical gardens and many places of worship. There are also major medical centers and hospitals in close to the facility, including the new Glenview...
1665 Oakton Place, Des Plaines, IL 60018
We chose Generations Oakton Arms because of the cleanliness of the facility and we saw how happy all of the residents were. They also had better food and increased quantity. Administration works with...
Generations at Oakton offers Independent and Assisted Living at the Arms while Oakton Pavilion offers short term rehabilitation as well as long term skilled nursing care. Allowing the campus to offer a continuum of care should the need arise. All residents are able to come and go as they please,...
1725 West Ballard Road, Park Ridge, IL 60068
I know my parents are safe and well taken care of at Sunrise. My mom's physical and cognitive needs are met and overall, they are both happy there. [name removed] like to see the quality of the food improve.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
55 South Greeley Street, Palatine, IL 60067
Very friendly and helpful staff. And Solstice is very economical. It's about half the cost of most assisted living homes. Granted they don't have the in-house assistance that may be needed. But they are...
Solstice Senior Living at Palatine is situated in the heart of downtown Palatine, where our residents enjoy easy access to adventure, entertainment and community – all less than an hour from the excitement of Chicago. Family members and caregivers find comfort in the availability of on-site...
21840 W Lake Cook Rd, Deer Park, IL 60010
Our overall experience has been positive. DPV is very clean and always has a pleasant scent. They could freshen up some of the walls with paint. There are never things out of place and they keep up with...
Purposefully designed to offer the benefits of a simpler, more flexible lifestyle, Deer Park Village is a new senior living community for active older adults. Located in a scenic setting near Deer Grove Forest Preserve, this thoughtfully designed residence offers discreet, 24-hour assistance with...
700 E Euclid Ave, Prospect Heights, IL 60070
This adult community is awesome. The staff are great... friendly... caring.... respectful... and treat the residents like family. I love Eden Vista!! They are always eager to assist with my mom!!!
Just a short drive from Chicago, Eden Vista Prospect Heights offers spacious accommodations, restaurant-style dining and activities to engage your interests and purpose. Life here means trading the chores, stress and isolation that often comes from living at home for a community full of...
510 West Northwest Highway, Barrington, IL 60010
When we arrived we were located in a small unit. My wife required extra care so another bed was required. They moved us into a larger unit for NO additional charge! They acquired a bed for my wife which she...
Chapters Living of Barrington is an intimate, licensed residence devoted to caring for those needing assisted living and nurturing those with memory loss or Alzheimer's disease. Multiple different care 'neighborhoods' are provided within Sunrise of Barrington: Assisted Living; the Terrace Club...
790 North Plum Grove Road, Schaumburg, IL 60173
They took excellent, comprehensive and compassionate care of my mother. I would recommend them to anyone. I would choose them again for care of any member of my family. I have nothing to say except that I...
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
2150 W Golf Rd, Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
We chose this facility initially because we needed a facility that coudl do a 2 person transfer, and they were able to do that here. Staff makes the residents feel like family! They are so kind!
At Eden Vista Hoffman Estates you get to redefine your independence with new friendships and the chance to explore new hobbies, like art and music. Here are just a few examples of fun ways you could spend your day:•Shopping•Fitness classes•Craft projects•Live music performances•Java music...
708 N Elmhurst Rd, Prospect Heights, IL 60070
When it comes to the care services it can be slow, but good. They stopped the bus service. Seems expensive but better than many others, though prices went up after switch from [community name removed] to...
Pathway to Living’s longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Aspired Living of Prospect Heights 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...
1190 Old McHenry Rd, Long Grove, IL 60047
My husband and I were going to move his aunt and uncle back to Illinois from Florida. My husband's uncle had already spoken to Ciel in Long Grove and wanted us to go tour the facility. We knew we wanted to...
HarborChase of Long Grove is a highly rated, pet-friendly assisted living and memory care community for seniors in the greater Chicago area. Our trained caregivers have experience working with seniors who need varying levels of care. They are always available to offer friendly, personalized...
145 North Milwaukee Avenue, Vernon Hills, IL 60061
Brookdale was an awesome facility for my Mom. However, she passed away on [date removed] at 98 years old. I will always recommend Brookdale as a great place. Many fun events for residents and families -...
Resort-Style Senior Living at Its FinestYou have options for senior living in the Chicago area. But none of them look like this. We provide a resort-like environment for independent senior living and assisted living. We are known for our indoor rainforest—at more than a football field long and...
555 America Ct, Lake Zurich, IL 60047
We have been very happy with the experience at Auberge. Our only complaint is that they do not accept Medicaid. We will have to move my mother out of Auberge within a few months as we are running out of...
For nearly 20 years The Auberge at Lake Zurich has been a leader in memory care, focused on providing every resident the best quality of life possible through care that addresses mind, body and spirit. Our dedication to compassion and clinical excellence has made us a leader in the care of those...
The average cost of senior living in Arlington Heights is 5,570 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Wood Dale, IL with an average of 5,256 per month.
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.
In Arlington Heights, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
In Arlington Heights, seniors have access to local offices and organizations that may help them obtain financial assistance for senior care, including:
Most errands in Arlington Heights require a vehicle for transportation. However, access to Chicago is available at the Arlington Heights and Arlington Park stations on Metra's Union Pacific/Northwest Line, which operates daily rail service to the Windy City.
Arlington Heights offers several health care providers for seniors wanting to be proactive about their health or for seniors seeking treatment for chronic conditions. The area has several hospitals, including Northwest Community Hospital, Chicago Behavioral Hospital, and Health Alexian Brothers Medical Center Elk Grove Village.
The quiet, scenic suburb of Arlington Heights is only 30 miles northwest of downtown Chicago and is known for the International Racecourse, founded in 1927. The city is also home to the Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, which includes a ballroom and a 350-seat theater. Other popular attractions include Arlington Heights Historical Museum, Ned Brown Preserve, and Arlington Heights Park District.
Independent living offers a stress-free lifestyle for older adults. Independent living communities don’t provide personal care or supervision, but do offer generally healthy adults opportunities for socialization and hassle-free living. Independent living services often include:
Welcome to Arlington Heights! This quiet, scenic suburb is only 30 miles northwest of downtown Chicago and is known for its horse racing track, which was founded in 1927.
Independent living communities — also known simply as retirement communities — in Arlington Heights are geared towards seniors who are able to live on their own, without daily assistance, and prefer to live among people their age. This usually means residents are self-sufficient and do not require hands-on care. Think of Arlington Heights retirement communities as age-restricted (typically 55+) complexes, which provide organized activities, meal services, and transportation.
The median monthly cost of independent living in 2019 in the state of Illinois was around $2,300. To learn more about the cost of independent living in Arlington Heights, contact A Place for Mom’s Senior Living Advisors.
The total household expenses associated with living in Arlington Heights are rated slightly higher than the national average, due in part to the city’s proximity to Chicago.
Index Scores
All index scores are based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates that the cost is twice as expensive as the national average, while a score of 50 indicates that the cost is half as expensive.
| Household Expenses | Health Care | Insurance | Entertainment | Groceries | Clothing |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 109 | 109 | 115 | 108 | 104 | 108 |
Income and Housing
| Median Income Age 45-64 | Median Income Age 65+ | Median Household Income | Average Individual Income | Median Employee Salary | Average Property Tax | One-bedroom Apartment Gross Rent Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $105,242 per year | $51,692 per year | $84,413 per year | $45,382 per year | $45,321 per year | $7,439 per year | $1,055 per month |
The top hospitals that service Arlington Heights include:
Health Alexian Brothers Medical Center Elk Grove Village
Arlington Heights’s climate is classified as humid continental, which means the city experiences four distinct seasons with a wide variation in seasonal temperatures. The average humidity level is 66%, and humidity levels are often highest during December at about 74%.
Seasonal Temperatures
| January Average | January Maximum | January Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 22°F | 30°F | 14°F |
| July Average | July Maximum | July Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| 73°F | 84°F | 63°F |
Air Quality
This index is based on a scale that has the national average set at 100. A score of 200 indicates twice the presence of air pollutants than the national average, while a score of 50 indicates half the presence.
Precipitation
Population Statistics
| Median Age | Percent of Population Over 65 | Population | Population Density | Average Household Size |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44.1 | 19.8% | 74,909 | 4,509 per square mile | 2.4 |
Race & Ethnicity
| American Indian or Alaskan Native | Asian | Black | Hispanic or Latino | Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | Two or More Races | White (not Hispanic or Latino) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.1% | 10.2% | 1.8% | 6.3% | 0.1% | 1.8% | 80.4% |
These figures were taken from the most recent U.S. Census.
LGBTQ+ Inclusivity
These scores were taken from the 2020 Human Rights Campaign’s Municipal Equality Index.
2016 Presidential Election Results for Cook County
| Democratic | Republican | Other |
|---|---|---|
| 74.4% | 24.0% | 1.6% |
Arlington Heights is a suburb of Chicago known for its horse racing track, the Arlington International Racecourse. The city is also home to the Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, which includes a ballroom and 350-seat theater.
Other popular attractions include:
Transportation
Access to Chicago is available at the Arlington Heights and Arlington Park stations on Metra’s Union Pacific/Northwest Line, which operates daily rail service.
Independence Village Naperville, Encore Village of Schaumburg, a CCRC and Fox River Horizon are the top-rated independent living facilities near Arlington Heights, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 71 independent living facilities near Arlington Heights, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Arlington Heights, Illinois are Brookdale Northbrook, Brookdale Des Plaines, and Addolorata Villa. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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