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Solstice Senior Living At Joliet

Solstice Senior Living At Joliet is an independent living community in Joliet, IL.

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  • Interior

    A cozy bedroom featuring a wooden bed and dresser, with natural light streaming through the window.
  • Decor

    A cozy living room setup with a blue sofa, stylish table, and decorative lamps.
  • Living Room

    A cozy living room with a sofa, coffee table, and warm lighting.
  • Building

    A welcoming entrance to a building with surrounding greenery and an American flag under a clear blue sky.
  • Bedroom

    Cozy studio apartment with a comfortable bed, sofa, and dining area.
  • Dining

    A cozy hotel breakfast area with a buffet setup including coffee and juice stations.
  • Landscaping

    An apartment complex sign surrounded by well-maintained landscaping and flowers.
  • Lighting

    A well-lit barbershop interior with styling chairs and mirrors.
  • Artwork

    A cozy living room with a sofa, coffee table, and wall decor.
  • Seating Area

    A spacious and elegantly decorated lobby with comfortable seating areas.
  • Floor Plan

    A detailed floor plan of a bedroom with furniture arrangement.
  • Bathroom

    A cozy bathroom with a patterned shower curtain and essential fixtures.
  • Television

    A cozy living room setup featuring a painting of horses on the wall, a TV stand, and a table with a wine set.
  • Pathway

    A well-maintained building with lush landscaping under bright sunlight.

901 Essington Road, Joliet, IL 60435

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

4.3 from 158 reviews
5 stars
103
4 stars
31
3 stars
12
2 stars
0
1 stars
12

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Solstice Senior Living At Joliet Costs & Pricing

Solstice Senior Living at Joliet offers competitive pricing for its various room types when compared to both Will County and the state of Illinois. For a studio apartment, residents can expect to pay $2,095 per month, significantly lower than the county average of $4,185 and the state's average of $4,028. The one-bedroom units are similarly priced at $2,395, which is more affordable than the county's $3,636 and Illinois's $3,527 averages. Additionally, their two-bedroom accommodations are available for $2,995 per month, again providing substantial savings compared to Will County's average of $4,719 and the state's average of $4,208. This makes Solstice Senior Living an appealing option for seniors seeking quality living arrangements at a more accessible price point.

Floor plansSolstice Senior Living At JolietWill CountyIllinois
Studio$2,095$4,185$4,028
1 Bedroom$2,395$3,636$3,527
2 Bedrooms$2,995$4,719$4,208

Overall Review of Solstice Senior Living At Joliet

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Staff friendliness shows up often

Residents and families repeatedly describe the staff as kind and responsive.

Across reviews, people mention front desk and staff members as friendly, helpful, and patient. Several residents also describe employees addressing day-to-day needs like housekeeping and maintenance, and families note smooth communication when they ask for help. Even when there are service issues mentioned in other reviews, many write that staff still treat residents with care.

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Restaurant-style dining is a highlight

Dining is repeatedly described as plentiful and closer to a restaurant than a cafeteria.

Many reviews praise the food quality and the quantity served, with some people specifically comparing the dining experience to a restaurant. The community also offers restaurant-style dining and room service in its listed services and dining options, and several reviews reference multiple daily meals. A smaller set of reviews raises concerns about food quality at times, so dining satisfaction is not uniform.

  • A cozy hotel breakfast area with a buffet setup including coffee and juice stations.
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Activities and entertainment keep busy

Residents describe a full calendar of activities and regular entertainment.

Reviews frequently mention many things to do, including scheduled daily activities and community-sponsored events. Families describe residents staying engaged through group gatherings, games, and outings, and some reviews highlight live music or theater-style entertainment. A few negative reviews say activity coverage declined at certain times, so the consistency of the schedule can vary.

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Clean, well-kept spaces stand out

The facility’s cleanliness and upkeep are repeatedly called out.

Multiple reviews describe the building as clean when visiting and mention housekeeping doing a good job. People also comment on bright, attractive common areas and updates or remodeling that make spaces feel newer. While most reviews are positive, there are a few that report cleanliness or odor concerns.

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Independent living limits higher care

Some families say the level of care they needed was not available.

Because this listing is for independent living, some residents may not get the care support they expected as needs increase. Several reviews specifically discuss care concerns or difficulties getting the level of support needed, while others emphasize that the community is independent living and suggest adding outside home care if needed. Residents are still supported with listed services such as medication management and meal preparation, but reviews show that expectations around personal care can differ.

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Costs and parking come up

Pricing and limited parking are recurring concerns in reviews.

Some reviews call out the rent as expensive or not worth the cost, including complaints about value compared with meals or services. Parking is also mentioned, with one review saying guest parking and the parking lot size can be limiting. The community does list transportation arrangement options, but a few negative reviews mention transportation not meeting expectations at certain times.

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Features

Housing

  • 130 resident community capacity 130 resident community capacity

Types of Care

  • Independent Living Independent Living

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Bath tubs Bath tubs
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Beauty salon Beauty salon
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Computer center Computer center
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Dining room Dining room
  • Family private dining rooms Family private dining rooms
  • Fitness room Fitness room
  • Fully furnished Fully furnished
  • Gaming room Gaming room
  • Garden Garden
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Housekeeping services Housekeeping services
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Move-in coordination Move-in coordination
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Outdoor patio Outdoor patio
  • Outdoor space Outdoor space
  • Private bathrooms Private bathrooms
  • Restaurant-style dining Restaurant-style dining
  • Small library Small library
  • Telephone Telephone
  • Wellness center Wellness center
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Community operated transportation Community operated transportation
  • Transportation arrangement Transportation arrangement
  • Transportation arrangement (non-medical) Transportation arrangement (non-medical)

Care Services

  • 12-16 hour nursing 12-16 hour nursing
  • 24-hour call system 24-hour call system
  • Assistance with dressing Assistance with dressing
  • Hospice waiver Hospice waiver
  • Meal preparation and service Meal preparation and service
  • Medication management Medication management
  • Mental wellness program Mental wellness program
  • Transportation to doctors appointments Transportation to doctors appointments

Dining

  • Diabetes diet Diabetes diet
  • Guest meals Guest meals
  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Professional chef Professional chef
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining
  • Room service Room service
  • Special dietary restrictions Special dietary restrictions

Activities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Catholic services Catholic services
  • Community-sponsored activities Community-sponsored activities
  • Concierge services Concierge services
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Fitness programs Fitness programs
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Planned day trips Planned day trips
  • Protestant services Protestant services
  • Resident-run activities Resident-run activities
  • Scheduled daily activities Scheduled daily activities
  • Visiting chaplain or priest Visiting chaplain or priest
  • Wii bowling Wii bowling
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting

Nearby Places of Interest

Located in Joliet, Illinois, this particular area offers a range of amenities and services that may be of interest to seniors looking for a comfortable and convenient place to live. With several physicians, pharmacies, and hospitals nearby, residents can easily access medical care when needed. There are also various restaurants and cafes within close proximity for dining options. Places of worship are available for spiritual fulfillment, while parks provide opportunities for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Additionally, transportation options such as Union Pacific Global 4 are accessible for those who may need to travel. Overall, this area presents a well-rounded community with diverse offerings that cater to the needs and interests of seniors.

Physicians

  • Hinsdale Orthopaedics (0.1 miles)
  • Jason Hurbanek, MD (0.1 miles)
  • Dr Choudry Office (0.2 miles)
  • MK Orthopaedics (0.5 miles)
  • Spectrum Eye Institute (0.5 miles)
  • Angela Intili (0.7 miles)
  • Midwest Neurological Associates (0.8 miles)

Restaurants

  • Double J Sports Bar (0.1 miles)
  • Fireman Ted's Bar and Grill (0.6 miles)
  • Dealers Choice (0.9 miles)
  • La Mex (1.1 miles)
  • McBride's on 52 (1.3 miles)
  • Babe's Jumbo Hot Dogs (1.4 miles)
  • Metro Grill & Bar (1.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • Walgreens (0.8 miles)
  • Walmart Pharmacy (1.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.9 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.7 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.9 miles)

Places of Worship

  • Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints (1.2 miles)
  • First Presbyterian Church (3.2 miles)
  • First Baptist Church of Channahon (6.7 miles)
  • Minooka Bible Church (7.4 miles)
  • Minooka United Methodist Church (7.7 miles)
  • Saint Marys Catholic Church (8.2 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (1.4 miles)
  • Panera Bread (1.6 miles)
  • Steve Buresh's Cheesecake Store (6.6 miles)
  • Panera Bread (8.4 miles)

Hospitals

  • Presence Saint Joseph Medical Center Laboratory (1.5 miles)

Theaters

  • Cinemark Louis Joliet Mall (2.6 miles)

Transportation

  • Union Pacific Global 4 (5.4 miles)

Parks

  • Summerfield Of Minooka Playground (7.3 miles)

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