The Garlands of Barrington is a community for people aged 55 and older that provides a range of living options like independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and home care, so older adults can move between care levels without leaving their home if needs change, and that's one thing that gives a lot of peace of mind to families. You'll find a large campus with apartment homes, villas, and penthouses that come with open layouts, tall ceilings, big windows for lots of light, granite and quality finishes, and plenty of storage, and the buildings look nice and well-cared for. The kitchens have lots of cabinet space and good appliances, so you can cook if you want. There's a selection of floor plans to suit different needs, and homes are often ready for move-in with picture-perfect interiors, but sometimes the best layouts don't stay available for long.
The campus has a resort-like feel, with amenities that include a swimming pool, a hot tub, an art studio, an enclosed memory care patio for safer time outside, walking paths, gardens, and raised garden beds, and the community's got a performing arts center, a surround-sound theater, a coffee shop, a general store, and lots of common areas where residents can meet up, read, or have coffee with guests. Communal dining with well-prepared, healthy meals is offered daily, and there's room service and guest meals, which makes it easy for families to visit, and there's pet-friendly policies in place for people who want to have their small animals close by. Handicap accessibility and Wi-Fi/high-speed internet are standard, as are private and shared guest suites.
You can take part in programs like yoga, Tai Chi, FitSprings classes-where yoga and Pilates get mixed for a low-impact exercise-and stretching, while the wellness center puts on classes that actually won an International Council on Active Aging "Innovator Award." The place is licensed by the Illinois Department of Public Health for assisted living, and there's always staff on site, including a nurse and care team who've built a reputation for being helpful, careful, and kind. Health services cover medication reminders, hospice, psychiatric support, pharmacy deliveries, and a full range of therapies including occupational, physical, and rehabilitation work, when needed.
Residents with memory loss or dementia get custom support, like structured housing, therapies, an enclosed patio for safe outdoor time, and activities with extra help. Assisted living covers help with bathing, dressing, medication, and others, and the facility's got skilled nursing and respite care so families can get a break if a loved one only needs short-term stays. There's safety in mind with gated access and plenty of staff nearby, alongside personal care.
Daily life brings a wide range of activities like games, crafts, music, literary programs, outings, field trips, men's groups, art appreciation, equestrian therapy, pet therapy, education, and volunteer options, so there's nearly always something to do if you want to join in, and programs get tailored to abilities and interests. Transportation is available for people who need a ride to appointments or out for events, and there's parking for visitors. The property keeps a private art collection, which gives the place a unique touch, and you'll find the atmosphere feels neighborly because many people stay there for many years, and that kind of community spirit doesn't happen everywhere.
The Garlands of Barrington holds several awards for design and services, but what many folks notice first is the friendly, joyful staff, the quality of food, and how it's less about flash and more about steady, reliable care and attention for older adults in every stage of aging.
