A Tradition of Excellence

The Garlands celebrates a proud legacy of offering older adults the finest resort-style services, convenient amenities, stunning homes, and great friends with whom to enjoy it.

Here, you’ll have the opportunity to do whatever you desire . . . all in the comfort of a beautiful home, with convenient services and access to exceptional on-site healthcare services that give you more control over life’s decisions today and in the future.

 

DISCOVER THE GARLANDS DIFFERENCE!

A Command Performance

With decades of experience under your belt, now is the perfect time to take center stage – travel, get fit, learn, perform, explore, and meet new friends who share your passions.

At The Garlands, you’ll find the companions, means, and freedom to turn your retirement dreams into retirement realities.

A Garlands member Singing

Experience THE FINE ART OF RETIREMENT from your favorite comfy chair.

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Something new and exciting is always happening!

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What sets The Garlands apart?

From larger than most homes (our one-bedroom apartments are the size of most two-bedrooms!) . . . to exceptional value . . . to extraordinary service, find out what sets The Garlands apart from the rest!

Call Michelle or Tracy at (847) 304-1996 to schedule a tour.

Find out more about limited availability or join the waitlist and start planning ahead for your next best life!

One-of-a-kind Homes

A diverse selection of sizes and styles makes it easy to find a floor plan that fits your personal preferences. Premier flooring, cabinetry, fixtures, and countertops make it a residence of the finest quality.

Your own decorating makes it home.

Destination Retirement
Moving from far and near to call Barrington “home”

The Private Art Collection
An illumination of Life at The Garlands

Breathtaking Views
in every season.

WORLD-CLASS ACCOLADES

A Breathtaking View
in Every Season

WHAT’S NEW AT THE GARLANDS

Books to the Ceiling

Garlands member Roberta Rood, a retired public librarian of 25 years, moved to The Garlands with her husband (and “live-in IT guy”), Ron, from Maryland to be closer to their family in Chicago. Roberta reports that “The Garlands large residences gave us room to spread out and offered a nice…

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Bruce sitting in front of his piano with sheet music on the table in front of him

For the LOVE of MUSIC

A retired information systems executive whose musical roots lead back to his days singing in the church choir, Bruce surfed the internet one day and found fantastic videos of musical performances from all sorts of genres on YouTube.  Intrigued, he curated a list of his favorites, compiled an hour-long program…

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