Retiring in Chicago

Are you thinking about retiring full-time or part-time and looking for a fulfilling and purposeful lifestyle? If big-city amenities and culture are what you desire, consider placing Chicago at the top of your list. As the third-largest city in the U.S., Chicago is the ideal city for those who want to live in an internationally-renowned metropolitan area with Midwest values.

Chicago is a city full of cultural and educational offerings, distinctive architecture, ethnic to Michelin-starred restaurants, highly ranked medical facilities, reliable public transportation, incomparable retail shopping, a bustling central business district and neighborhoods that comprise the city’s colorful history. While many Chicago residents have roots going back several generations, Chicago welcomes new transplants with open arms.

Chicago’s Gold Coast is among the most vibrant and engaging neighborhoods in the city. And living at The Clare, the Gold Coast’s only LifeCare senior living community, puts you at the center of all that’s rewarding and exciting about Chicago.

The Near North Side community and the Gold Coast neighborhood where The Clare is located, is one of the safest areas in all of Chicago. The Clare’s on-site ATM-controlled access, daytime doorman and 24-hour security affords an even greater measure of safety.

Public Transportation

The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) is the second largest public transportation system in the U.S. and serves the City of Chicago and its 35 surrounding suburbs. Add the many taxis, Uber and Lyft vehicles and you’ll find you may no longer want to use your car. It’s easy to get anywhere in the city as a resident of The Clare.
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Healthcare

Thanks to the high concentration of distinguished universities, Chicago boasts an enviable array of superb healthcare providers. Within the city, top-notch hospitals, physicians, medical clinics and treatment centers are readily available.
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Culture

Chicago is rich in culture providing a diverse selection of theaters, dance studios art and more right here in the heart of the city.
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Recreation

America’s third-largest city offers world-class museums, highly celebrated art, music and dance venues, nearly endless dining options, 570 neighborhood parks and miles of stunning Lake Michigan views that rival ocean shores.
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Life-long Learning

While Chicago museums, libraries and universities offer myriad opportunities to learn and grow, they’re only a starting point. Consider the entire city a school that piques curiosity, stimulates imaginations and fuels passions.
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Volunteering

Chicago offers many opportunities to share your time and your talents with the people and causes you care about most: museums, schools, hospitals, committees, and local, national and international Boards of Directors, to name just a few.
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Peace of Mind

Having peace of mind is a concept that includes all practices taken to preserve the life, health, and wellness of people. You are comfortable in your surroundings when you live in a community of people who look out for one another.
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