Covenant Village of Northbrook is a faith-based, not-for-profit continuing care retirement community that's been part of the area for a long time, and when you look around the grounds, you'll see clean, open landscaped spaces with a pond and places to walk, and there's a sense of stability that comes from a strong community reputation. Residents here can choose from different types of living options, like studio, one-, two-, or three-bedroom apartments at The Evergreen with new finishes and many that come with dens, or they can pick single-story cottages and quadruplex homes for a quieter lifestyle, and folks who want independent living will find places with full kitchens, while assisted living apartments have several room types, from studios to semi-private and two-bedroom spaces. Crestwood Place provides managed independent living, and Crestwood Place senior apartments let active older adults enjoy full kitchens, while daily operations and maintenance are handled by a management firm.
There's a minimum age of 55, making it mainly for older adults who don't need much help or want to downsize, and if a resident's health needs change, the campus has a full range of care-independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing at Glen Oaks Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, respite care, and memory care for people with Alzheimer's or other dementia. The Emergency Home Response Service (EHRS) gives 24-hour emergency help, which helps those who have health concerns feel safer. There's always awake staff on site day and night, and if someone needs help moving from their bed to a wheelchair or needs standby assist for transfers, staff can help, though incontinence care relies on residents managing it on their own and diabetic care help's limited to monitoring blood sugar since they don't do insulin injections.
Meals are included for residents, which means folks don't have to cook if they don't want to, and there's a dining program that focuses on healthy, tasty meals. There are indoor common areas where residents gather, and the community runs many social programs, daily activities, and events designed to keep people moving and connected with others, all aimed at promoting health and social life, and with the LifeConnect wellness initiative, there's a focus on staying well and active, with a wellness center and therapy services on site. Transportation across the campus and to local places is complimentary, so getting to shopping, entertainment, or activities is easier for people who don't drive.
For spiritual support, there are devotional activities onsite and offsite, which fits the faith-based philosophy that's important to many residents, and the community's dedicated team, called the "WE GENERATION," focuses on sharing, connection, and collective well-being. The campus has beautiful, manicured acres with convenient features, like the resource directory that gives information about senior services, emergency preparedness, and care options, and there's an online portal for residents or families to manage accounts. Rehabilitation programs and hospice care are available, and residents who need a break or short-term care can use respite services. Veterans can apply for benefits if they qualify, and if someone wants to explore moving in, there are tours and videos that show what day-to-day life looks like. The community stands out for giving choices, from maintenance-free apartments to advanced care, with activities that fill time with friendships, learning, and purpose while aiming to make retirement simpler and more secure.
