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Retirement Living in Village of Glen Ellyn - Illinois
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Lovely Village of Glen Ellyn in the heart of Dupage County Chicago Suburban Living with a Small Town Feel! Beautiful Downtown Shopping District and Roosevelt Rd corridor provides the shopping and resources needed for residents. Businesses thrive in a vibrant, prosperous community. Home to the College of DuPage and close to many Fortune 500 companies, but with more than 100 locally owned Small Businesses.
Glen Ellyn hasn't lost track of it's past... Stacy's Corners, now a museum, was the original general store. The Glen Ellyn Historical Society is very active and provides Tours and Events for ALL ages!
Home to a highly educated workforce, excellent home values, and several retirement communities all provide our residents with living at it's finest! Easy to get to Downtown Chicago via Train, Plane, or Automobile! Lots of Parks, Recreation, and Home to The Village Links Golf Course, Glen Oak Country Club, and a Vibrant Park District! You'll find something for everyone in Glen Ellyn! With this high quality of life, it’s no wonder Glen Ellyn is a "Tree City" and “The Jewel of the Western Suburbs.”
Region Characteristics
Urban / City
Rural
Nearby military base
Suburban / Large Community
College Town
Lively downtown business center
Commuter Town
Coastal community
Area Amenities
Things to Do, Recreation & Fitness
Access To Green Space
Fairs & Festivals
Outdoor Concerts
Bike Paths
Fishing
Running Paths
Beach
Golf Course
Shopping
Boating
Hiking
Skiing
Bowling
Hunting
Sporting Events
Casino
Indoor Swim Facilities
Tennis
Continuing Education
Lake
State Park
Dining/Nightlife
Movie Cinemas
Walking Paths
Exercise Facilities
National Park
Taste of Glen Ellyn Every Spring, Fashion Shows, Art in the Park, and MANY community events throughout the year! And some of the BEST shopping around! You'll find something for everyone in Glen Ellyn!
Cultural Activities
Arts
Lectures
Museums
Ballet
Library
Symphony
Concerts
Live music series
Theater
Films
From Antiques to Art... History to New Age... Cultural Activities a plenty!
Public transportation
Bus
Rental cars
Train
Nearby major airport
Subway
VA transportation
Nearby cruise terminal
Taxi
Close to O'Hare Airport, Train Station in Downtown district goes directly to Chicago and other Suburbs. Easy Access to Interstate Highways and State Routes. Bus Routes throughout the area, plenty of Taxi Service and Senior Transportation Available as well! We are also in the Prairie Path and Great Western Trails pathways for biking, running, walking, or even via horseback!
Medical Facilities
Major Hospital
Wellness center
VA Hospital
Next to Nationally Renowned Hospitals, plus many Medical, Dental, Vision, and Wellness Centers and Offices are in Glen Ellyn to present you with EXCELLENT Skilled Healthcare resources!
Climate
Monthly Temperatures / Rain / Snow
Month
Low
Avg
High
Rain
Snow
Jan
14.2
F°
23.1
F°
32.0
F°
1.9
"
10.7
"
Feb
18.9
F°
28.4
F°
38.0
F°
1.6
"
7.7
"
Mar
28.4
F°
39.2
F°
50.0
F°
2.6
"
4.7
"
Apr
37.6
F°
50.2
F°
62.8
F°
3.8
"
0.8
"
May
47.6
F°
61.2
F°
74.8
F°
3.9
"
0.0
"
Jun
57.4
F°
70.6
F°
83.8
F°
3.9
"
0.0
"
Jul
62.8
F°
74.8
F°
86.8
F°
4.0
"
0.0
"
Aug
61.5
F°
73.3
F°
85.0
F°
4.6
"
0.0
"
Sep
53.4
F°
65.9
F°
78.4
F°
3.4
"
0.0
"
Oct
42.1
F°
54.3
F°
66.5
F°
2.7
"
0.1
"
Nov
31.7
F°
40.9
F°
50.0
F°
3.2
"
1.2
"
Dec
20.5
F°
28.7
F°
36.9
F°
2.5
"
7.3
"
Typical Beauty of the Four Seasons can be seen in Glen Ellyn... Experience the Beauty of Spring, Summer, Fall, and Enjoy Winter Sports in our Parks! We are a "Tree Town" that also contains MANY Parks for your enjoyment!
Natural Disaster Areas
Earthquakes
Hurricanes
Wildfires
Floods
Tornadoes
Volcanoes
Cost of Living for
Village of Glen Ellyn, IL
Village of Glen Ellyn, Illinois cost of living for Housing, Healthcare, Transportation, Taxes, Utilities, etc.:
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RV Parks
Assisted Living
Nursing homes
State veteran home
Condos
Over 50 Communities
A Bustling Downtown Area that is surrounded by exquisite older homes mingled with newer homes in community style living that provides a small town feel just outside of Chicago.
Senior Assistance in
Village of Glen Ellyn, IL
Village of Glen Ellyn, Illinois offers the following assistance for seniors:
Elder-care facilities
Meals on Wheels
Van services for seniors
Home care
Senior center
Visiting nurses
We have many services, vibrant senior centers, many elder care facilities and companies that provide assistance to our Senior Population!
Job or Volunteer Opportunities
Easy to find Part-time jobs. And, home to MANY Not-for-profit companies and schools who benefit from Volunteers in the area. You'll find something that matches your interests and commitment level.
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