When exploring senior living in Glenview, IL, today's families want to know one thing above all: what will daily life actually look like? Well, the good news is, modern senior living communities have evolved far beyond basic care, and have become vibrant environments where chef-prepared meals, wellness programs, and personalized services come together to create a lifestyle that feels both luxurious and deeply supportive.
The right amenities don't just make life easier, but also support autonomy and create opportunities for both growth and connection. That being said, let’s take a closer look at what these types of luxury amenities really look like in a community like Arbor Terrace Glenview and how they can benefit your loved one!
Chef-Prepared Dining: Where Nutrition Meets Community
Restaurant-Quality Meals, Three Times Daily
One of the most impactful amenities in any senior living community is the dining program. That’s why, at communities like Arbor Terrace Glenview, meals are prepared by skilled chefs who understand that dining is about so much more than a simple meal—it's a social experience, a source of pleasure, and a cornerstone of health.
Residents can enjoy restaurant-style dining with menu choices for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. No two days feel the same, with rotating seasonal menus and special themed dinners that celebrate holidays, cultural traditions, and the simple joy of a beautifully prepared meal shared with friends.
Customized to Your Dietary Needs
What truly sets Arbor Terrace apart is our emphasis on personalized meals. Whether someone follows a heart-healthy diet, requires low-sodium options, prefers vegetarian or vegan dishes, needs gluten-free selections, or has cultural or religious dietary preferences, the culinary team accommodates these needs without sacrificing flavor or presentation.
For residents with specific challenges, Dining with Dignity®—Arbor's award-winning program—provides specially prepared meals that maintain nutritional value while being easier to manage independently. Every meal then becomes a chance for connection, served in dining spaces that feel warm and inviting rather than institutional.
Fitness and Wellness: Supporting Active, Healthy Living
Personalized Wellness Programs
Staying active is essential for healthy aging, but generic exercise programs don't work for everyone. Arbor Terrace Glenview offers tailored fitness opportunities that meet residents where they are, whether that's chair yoga for gentle movement, walking clubs for outdoor enthusiasts, balance and strength training to prevent falls, or aquatic therapy when available.
An on-site wellness center provides space for individual and group fitness activities. Visiting physical and occupational therapists can work with residents who need rehabilitation support or specialized guidance. The goal isn't just physical health—it's holistic wellness that addresses body, mind, and spirit.
Health Coordination and Medication Management
In most senior living communities, healthcare services are seamlessly integrated into daily life. Licensed nursing staff provide medication management, ensuring prescriptions are taken correctly and on schedule. The team coordinates with residents' physicians, schedules on-site visits from healthcare providers when possible, and maintains careful health monitoring to catch potential concerns early.
This level of attentive care means residents maintain their independence while having professional support readily available whenever needed.
Social Spaces That Foster Connection
Designed for Living
The physical environment at Arbor Terrace Glenview reflects thoughtful design that prioritizes both comfort and function. Common spaces include a bistro café for casual gatherings over coffee, a library with cozy seating for quiet reading or computer use, a movie theater for entertainment with friends, an arts and crafts activity room for creative pursuits, and beautifully landscaped outdoor courtyards and walking paths.
These aren't just pretty spaces either—they're intentionally designed to encourage interaction, provide options for different moods and preferences, and create a sense of home rather than institution. Whether someone wants lively social engagement or peaceful solitude, the environment supports both.
A Calendar Full of Choices
With more than 50 activities in a typical week, residents can fill their days with purpose and joy. Options span art classes and painting workshops, book clubs and current events discussions, live musical performances and sing-alongs, game nights with neighbors, educational lectures and guest speakers, volunteer opportunities and service projects, shopping trips and restaurant outings, scenic drives through the North Shore, and intergenerational programs with local schools.
The key word is choice. No one is required to participate, but the abundance of options ensures everyone can find activities that match their interests and energy levels.
Services That Simplify Daily Life
Housekeeping and Home Maintenance
One of the greatest gifts of senior living is freedom from household burdens. For example, Arbor Terrace provides weekly housekeeping services to keep apartments clean and fresh, linen and laundry services so residents never worry about washing, full building and grounds maintenance handled by professional staff, and 24-hour emergency maintenance for any urgent needs.
Imagine never vacuuming again, never changing furnace filters, never shoveling snow or mowing lawns. That time and energy becomes available for things that truly matter.
Transportation Services
For residents who no longer drive or simply prefer not to, scheduled transportation makes it easy to attend medical appointments, run errands like grocery shopping or banking, visit local restaurants and shopping centers, and participate in group outings to cultural attractions.
The North Shore offers wonderful amenities to visit, like charming downtown Glenview, nearby Northbrook Court, the Chicago Botanic Garden, and easy access to the city. No need to worry, Arbor's transportation services keep residents connected to all of it!
Concierge Services
The concierge desk provides another layer of personalized support, helping arrange appointments, coordinate with healthcare providers, assist with technology questions, recommend local services and vendors, and generally serve as a helpful resource for whatever residents need.
This hospitality-focused approach means residents feel cared for in the same way they might at a boutique hotel—but this is home.
What Makes Arbor Terrace Glenview Different
Individualized Care, Not One-Size-Fits-All
Many senior living communities offer similar amenities, but what distinguishes Arbor is the commitment to individualization. From customized meals to personalized activity planning to care plans that evolve with changing needs, every aspect of life at Arbor Terrace Glenview recognizes that residents are unique individuals with their own preferences, histories, and goals.
Additionally, staff members take time to know each resident personally. Learning their favorite foods, life stories, daily routines, and their hopes for this next chapter transforms services from transactional to relational.
Staff Quality and Longevity
Families consistently cite staff quality as one of their top concerns when choosing senior living. At Arbor communities, team members receive ongoing training, competitive compensation, and a supportive work environment that encourages longevity. Many staff members even stay for years, building genuine relationships with residents and creating a family-like atmosphere where everyone knows each other's names.
This continuity matters enormously. It means consistent care, deeper trust, and a community culture that feels wholly warm and authentic.
Backed by 30+ Years of Expertise
Arbor Terrace Glenview is locally rooted in the North Shore community, with convenient access to area hospitals like NorthShore University HealthSystem Glenview, local physicians, and all the amenities that make Glenview such a desirable place to live. At the same time, residents benefit from The Arbor Company's three decades of senior living expertise, proven systems, and resources that only a well-established provider can offer.
This combination delivers the best of both worlds—local knowledge with national support!
Discover Life at Arbor Terrace Glenview
Choosing senior living is about more than finding a safe place to live, and rather about discovering a community where you or your loved one can continue growing, connecting, and enjoying life to the fullest. The amenities and services at a community are the necessary tools that enable the framework for meaningful days, and the foundation for peace of mind.
At Arbor Terrace Glenview, every amenity is designed with intention. From the moment you walk through the door and smell fresh-baked bread from the kitchen, to the laughter echoing from the activity room, to the friendly greetings from staff who know residents by name, you'll feel the difference that quality amenities and personalized service make.
We understand that this decision involves complex emotions and practical considerations. That's why we encourage you to visit, experience a meal, talk with residents and staff, and see for yourself how life unfolds here!
Call us today at 224-496-3710 to arrange your visit or learn more about life at Arbor Terrace Glenview. Our compassionate team is committed to transparency and we'll answer any questions you might have!
