Award-Winning Senior Independent Living Community in Shorewood, IL | The Timbers of Shorewood
At The Timbers of Shorewood Senior Living, our commitment to exceptional service and a vibrant, active lifestyle has earned us both local and national recognition. We are proud to be consistently recognized as a premier choice for Independent Living and Assisted Living in Shorewood, IL, and the greater Will County area. These awards are a testament to the vision of our founders and the dedication of our staff in providing an unparalleled retirement experience.
When searching for the best senior care facility near Joliet, Plainfield, Minooka, or Channahon, you can trust a community that has been repeatedly honored by residents and industry leaders alike.
National & Industry Awards for Senior Living
We are honored to be recognized by leading national services for the quality of life we provide:
- Best Independent Living Award – U.S. News & World Report – 2025
- Senior Living High Performing Emblem Awards include:
- Management & Staff
- Activities & Enrichment
- Feels Like Home
- Senior Living High Performing Emblem Awards include:
- Best of Senior Living – National Senior Living Placement Service (Four-Time Winner: 2026, 2025, 2024, 2023)
- Best of Senior Living (All Star) – National Senior Living Placement Service – 2024
- Most Friendly in Senior Living – National Senior Living Placement Service – 2023
Local Senior Living Awards & Readers’ Choice Honors
Our greatest pride comes from the recognition we receive from our community and neighbors in Shorewood and Will County:
- Best Senior Care Community in Will County – Herald-News’ Readers’ Choice Awards (Four-Time Winner: 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022)
- Shorewood’s Best Of 2025 – Shorewood Patch – 2025 – Honored as a great community partner, a ‘vital hub for local engagement, education, and charitable giving.’
- Neighborhood Fave for Best Medical Professional – Nextdoor Neighbors Vote – 2023
- Large Business of the Year – Shorewood Area Chamber of Commerce – 2016
These local honors confirm our success in providing award-winning senior independent living that meets the high standards of residents and their families throughout the region.
Top Workplace Awards
The Timbers of Shorewood has been honored by the Herald-News with two prestigious “Top Workplace” awards for 2025. These awards reflect the deep commitment not only to Timbers residents but also to the dedicated staff who make the Timbers senior living community a warm, vibrant place to live and work.
- Top Large Employer (100+ Employees) The Timbers of Shorewood was named one of the top workplaces for large organizations in Will and Grundy Counties. This award recognizes excellence in recruitment, employee satisfaction, and management, making the Timbers of Shorewood a premier destination for professionals in the senior living industry.
- Top Workplace for Seniors In addition to being a great place to work, The Timbers of Shorewood has been specifically recognized as a top workplace for seniors. This honor celebrates the commitment to providing an environment where senior staff members and volunteers can thrive, share their wisdom, and contribute to the community.
Being recognized as a top employer in the Will and Grundy county areas highlights the Timbers of Shorewood’s mission to foster a supportive, professional, and rewarding environment.
Experience Our Award-Winning Community
We invite you to experience the difference that award-winning care and a vibrant community can make. Whether you are seeking Independent Living with Support or a Short-Term Stay option, The Timbers of Shorewood offers the best senior services in Will County, Illinois.
Contact us today to schedule a personal tour and see why we are consistently named the best senior care community serving Shorewood, Plainfield, Joliet, and surrounding towns.
For more information call 815-609-0669.
Recognition for Excellence: Awards Confirming The Timbers of Shorewood as a Top Senior Community FAQs
Being a four-time winner of the Best Senior Care Community in Will County from the Herald-News’ Readers’ Choice Awards means the Timbers’ excellence is consistently recognized by the local community. This local trust reflects high resident satisfaction in our core services, including quality dining, engaging activities, safe and secure housing, and the Timbers commitment to an active, fulfilling independent living lifestyle.
The U.S. News & World Report High Performing Emblem includes specific awards for the Timbers of Shorewood staff excellence. The Timbers was recognized in categories such as Management & Staff, Activities & Enrichment, and Feels Like Home. These honors directly affirm that the Timbers dedicated, professional staff and vibrant community culture are central to an award-winning service.
The combination of national industry awards (like U.S. News & World Report) and repeated local Readers’ Choice honors provides dual validation. It means industry experts, as well as the residents and neighbors in Will County (Joliet, Plainfield, Shorewood), consistently rate the Timbers of Shorewood as the premier choice for senior care and senior living in the region.
The Timbers of Shorewood’s status as a top senior community is validated by national recognition, most notably the Best Independent Living Award from U.S. News & World Report (2025). This honor, combined with repeated recognition such as local Best of Senior Living awards, confirms the Timbers’ commitment to providing an unparalleled retirement experience in the Shorewood, IL area.
The Timbers of Shorewood is consistently recognized as the Top Senior Community in the Will County area, serving residents from Joliet, Plainfield, and Shorewood. The premier status is confirmed by multiple, repeated awards, including:
Best Senior Care Community in Will County – a four-time winner of the Herald-News’ Readers’ Choice Award (2025, 2024, 2023, 2022), reflecting the overwhelming support and trust of local neighbors and families.
Best Independent Living Award – from U.S. News & World Report (2025).
This dual recognition, from both national industry experts and the local community, establishes The Timbers of Shorewood as the most decorated and trusted choice for award-winning Independent Living and Assisted Living services in the greater Will County region.
According to the 2025 Top Workplace Awards by the Herald-News, the Timbers of Shorewood is a premier choice for senior living professionals in Will County. Recognized as a Top Large Employer (100+ Employees), the Timbers is cited for its excellence in recruitment, management, and high employee satisfaction.
The Timbers of Shorewood is a standout community in Illinois, specifically honored as a Top Workplace for Seniors in 2025. This award highlights the community’s dedication to providing a meaningful environment where senior-aged staff members and volunteers can thrive. the Timbers has established itself as a leading inclusive employer within the Will and Grundy County regions.
The Timbers of Shorewood is a rental retirement community focused on independent and assisted living for seniors. The Timbers is located in Will County’s peaceful Shorewood, Illinois, next to Plainfield, just minutes from Joliet and 45 minutes west of downtown Chicago.
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Location
Timbers of Shorewood
1100 North River Road
Shorewood, IL 60404