Brookdale Des Plaines offers a vibrant senior living community located just outside of Chicago, blending both independent living and assisted living options on the same campus. Residents are welcomed into an environment that encourages them to trade in their to-do lists for a bucket list, providing a wide range of opportunities for social connection, personal growth, and everyday convenience. Life at Brookdale Des Plaines is marked by an engaging calendar of activities, with dance classes, book clubs, and music groups bringing neighbors together and fostering meaningful friendships. Creative workshops and group volunteering are regularly available, ensuring that residents can find purposeful ways to spend their days.
The community is designed for carefree living, with residents enjoying the comfort of private apartments while leaving the burdens of home maintenance behind. For those seeking independence, the independent living program provides a vacation-style lifestyle, complete with stylish apartments and restaurant-style dining in the bistro. Residents have access to amenities such as a swimming pool, salon, library, theater, courtyard, dining room, and spaces for physical therapy, offering a range of options for relaxation and personal wellness. Housekeeping and some dining services are included, allowing residents to spend more time enjoying life and less time on daily chores.
For those who need additional support, the assisted living lifestyle at Brookdale Des Plaines provides personalized care tailored to each individual's needs, such as assistance with dressing, medication management, and other activities of daily living. The care team partners closely with residents and their families to ensure the right balance of independence and support, delivering service with compassion, understanding, and respect. Personal care rates are customized monthly, reflecting the level of support provided.
Residents also benefit from the Personal Solutions program, which makes life even more convenient. Through this program, personal and hygiene items like toothpaste, hand and body soap, hearing aid batteries, shaving products, paper towels, and other essentials can be ordered by email and delivered directly to each resident’s door in discreet, plain packaging. This service allows for one-time orders or recurring monthly shipments, with all costs charged directly to the resident's monthly bill, and delivery is always free.
Brookdale Des Plaines is situated near several local attractions that enrich residents’ daily lives. The Des Plaines History Center offers a nostalgic glimpse into the region’s past, while Lake Park with its scenic trails and peaceful pond provides the perfect backdrop for an afternoon stroll. The Des Plaines Public Library is ideal for book lovers seeking cozy reading nooks and community events, and the Des Plaines Theatre hosts live music and classic film screenings for a touch of entertainment.
Altogether, Brookdale Des Plaines delivers a warm, community-oriented setting with a comprehensive array of amenities intended to support both independence and well-being. Whether enjoying a meal in the Bistro, relaxing in a private apartment, or participating in group activities, residents find opportunities for connection, purpose, and enjoyment at every turn.