Solstice Senior Living at Palatine sits in a quiet neighborhood in downtown Palatine, Illinois, surrounded by parks and close to local shops, restaurants, and medical centers like Northwest Community Hospital and Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital, so there's plenty nearby for residents to enjoy. The building, which opened in 1971, is a mid-rise with a walk score of 86, meaning most errands and outings can be done on foot, and it's close to schools and neighborhoods like Winston Knolls and Poplar Hills. The apartments come in one-bedroom (503-538 square feet) and two-bedroom (up to 773 square feet) layouts, both roomy and designed for comfort, and residents can choose the floor plan that fits best, with prices starting at $2,395 for one-bedrooms and $3,495 for two-bedrooms, and these days the apartments are getting new furniture, new carpet, and brand-new elevators.
Solstice at Palatine mainly offers independent living, but there's help available for those who need support with activities of daily living, with staff around who can help with things like bathing, dressing, or medication, and common areas stay accessible for wheelchairs so everyone can get around. The community supports people with different needs, including assisted living, memory care for residents with Alzheimer's or dementia, skilled nursing, and continuing care, and it offers partnerships with home-care agencies for non-medical help and companionship. A "Path to Wellness" program helps residents stay healthy and active, and there's a strong focus on helping people live as independently as possible, recognizing each person's abilities and contributions, and making sure folks feel valued in the community.
Residents can bring pets and there are walking areas for them, so pets are welcome, and the grounds include a patio and spots for outdoor activities. There's a billiards lounge, community and media rooms, and planned activities like bingo, wii bowling, cards, tai chi, art, music, and movie nights, as well as excursions to places around town. Social and recreational programs keep life interesting, with both activities on-site and outings off-site. Meals get prepared by a chef and served in a dining room with menus made alongside a dietitian, and special diets can be worked out as needed-meals try to be both healthy and enjoyable. Devotional services are available, both on-site and off-site for those who want spiritual support. Residents can use beautician and barber services, in addition to transportation, parking, and assistance with housekeeping and laundry, so daily life can feel easier.
The building has a "no smoking" policy for both public and private indoor spaces, and there's room for male and female residents. Residents need to meet a minimum age requirement, and the community offers a safe memory care area set up to reduce confusion and wandering. People who live here tend to stay busy, whether with structured programs or just visiting in the indoor or outdoor common spaces, and the facility works on providing personalized plans to fit each resident's support needs and personal interests. Solstice Senior Living at Palatine aims to help people live well, stay active, and enjoy life as they age, with support available as health and independence needs change over time.
