Addolorata Villa - Wheeling, IL

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 activities available to stimulate you or your loved one’s heart, mind and soul. Do you enjoy fine dining? We’ve got it. Would you enjoy maintenance-free living where the burdens of lawn mowing, snow shoveling and costly home repairs were a thing of the past? We’ve eliminated all of those time-consuming household chores and costly repairs for you. Plus, you’re treated by a dedicated group of caring associates who are friendly, within a community that is safe and at a cost that is affordable.

Come and explore the wonders of life at Addolorata Villa. Retirement here is relaxing, enriching and inspirational. With experiences to suit everyone, no matter what you desire or level of care required, you are sure to have your many wishes fulfilled and your needs met.

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Wheeling, Illinois is a pleasant suburb located 30 miles northwest of Chicago. It has a strong focus on community and offers many benefits to seniors. Here are some of the things that make Wheeling a great community for seniors.

City Info

Wheeling has a high walkability score and a mild climate which offer active seniors year round access to community events.

- The walkability score is 48
- Average age of community members is 50 years
- There are two senior living facilities in Wheeling with several more nearby
- It has a mild climate with average temperatures of 29 degrees in winter and 75 degrees in the summer

Transportation

Because Wheeling offers so many low cost or free transportation options, seniors will find it easy to access shopping and other activities.

- Senior Ride Free Program: allows seniors free access to public transport through the Illinois Department on Aging

- Subsidized Taxi program: allows seniors to access taxi services for $2 per ride

- Medical van: provides non emergency medical transport

Health and Safety

Wheeling is considered to be in the upper 40 percent of safe communities with a low crime rate and access to medical care.

- Has a crime rating of 61 with 100 being the safest

- Health care facilities: There are 5 medical and urgent care centers in Wheeling and two major hospitals nearby.

Sports and Leisure

The Wheeling Park District offers many choices for active seniors.

- Classes include: oil painting and ballroom dance
- Fitness options include: Senior swim, strength and flexibility training, yoga and Stay Fit classes
- Golf: the Chevy Chase Golf Course offers discount rates for seniors

Shopping and Entertainment

There are many options available for entertainment in Wheeling. Most of these attractions are either free or have a reduced rate for seniors.

- Museums: Visit the Wheeling Historical Museum or take a bus to Chicago to see the Field Museum, Museum of Science and Industry and Art Institute.

- Nature Trails: There are two beautiful nature trails nearby. The Cook County Forest Preserve follows the beautiful Des Plaines river and Pleasant Run Park features a wetlands preserve. The Chicago Botanical Garden is a short drive away but well worth the trip.

- Bowling: Pinheads Jeffrey Lanes stays true to its roots with vintage decor.

- Restaurants: There are numerous restaurants in Wheeling from fine dining to fast food. Options include Bob Chinn's Crab House, Portillos, Rise and Dine Pancake Cafe and Pita Inn.

- Shopping: Stores range from discount stores like Target and Walmart to specialty stores. Department stores are in nearby towns and include Marshall's, Burlington's, Carson's and Von Maur.

Services

Wheeling offers a full range of services such as hair salons, optical services and medical equipment rental.

- Haircuts and Style Salons. Craigs Barber Shop caters to men. Ladies can choose from other salons such as Beaute Luxe Salon or Olivia's Beauty Salon. Salons that cater to men and women include Supercuts and Hairs US.

- Optical Services: Affordable Optical, Sam's Club Optical and Walmart Vision and Glasses offer vision and optical services

- Medical equipment rental: Walgreens, Mark Drug Medical Supply and Home Medical Equipment, Chicago all offer a full range of medical equipment sales and rental.

Religious Services

Wheeling offers diversity in religious services for all types of faith communities.

- Catholic: St. Joseph the Worker and St. Mary's
- Protestant: Our Savior Evangelical Free Church, Northfield Presbyterian Church, Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd
- Jewish: Shir Hadash and Anshe Tikvah synagogues
- Muslim: Islamic Community Center in Des Plaines
- Hindu: Shri Swaminarayan Temple

Wheeling is a diverse community that has a lot to offer seniors. Although it has a small town feel, it offers all the amenities and services expected of a larger city. All this combines to make Wheeling a great choice for seniors.