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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

Best Senior Independent Living Award from U.S. News & World Report - 2025

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
  • Best of Senior Living – National Senior Living Placement Service – 2025
  • Best of Senior Living (All Star) – National Senior Living Placement Service – 2024
  • Most Friendly in Senior Living – National Senior Living Placement Service – 2023

Local Awards & Readers’ Choice Honors

Best Senior Care in Will County 4-time winner 2022 - 2025

Our greatest pride comes from the recognition we receive from our community and neighbors in Shorewood and Will County:

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.

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.

Independent Living

Designed for seniors who want to live independently in an active community with freedom, choices and security. Leave the burdens of household maintenance behind and enjoy a fulfilling life.

Independent with Support

Live independently with a little help along the way. We are proud to offer a la carte support such as medication reminders or help with laundry.

Assisted Living

Assisted Living is for seniors whose needs have changed. Residents enjoy living in a safe and secure community with supportive care specifically designed to meet their personal needs.

Short Term Stays

A Short Term Stay or Respite is a great way to sample life in our community. Stay in a fully furnished apartment and enjoy retirement living anywhere from a weekend to a month, or longer.

Recognition for Excellence: Awards Confirming The Timbers of Shorewood as a Top Senior Community FAQs

How do the “Best Senior Care Community in Will County” awards translate into a better daily life for residents?

Being a four-time winner of the Best Senior Care Community in Will County from the Herald-News’ Readers’ Choice Awards means our 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 our commitment to an active, fulfilling independent living lifestyle.

What specific aspects of The Timbers’ staff and management have earned national awards, like the U.S. News High Performing Emblem?

The U.S. News & World Report High Performing Emblem includes specific awards for our staff excellence. We were recognized in categories such as Management & Staff, Activities & Enrichment, and Feels Like Home. These honors directly affirm that our dedicated, professional staff and vibrant community culture are central to our award-winning service.

Why should I trust the awards The Timbers has received when searching for the best senior care facility near Joliet or Plainfield?

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 our community as the premier choice for senior care and senior living in the region.

What national awards confirm The Timbers of Shorewood as a top-ranked senior independent living community?

Our 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 like Best of Senior Living awards, confirms our commitment to providing an unparalleled retirement experience in the Shorewood, IL area.

What is the Top Senior Community in the Will County area (Joliet, Plainfield, Shorewood)?

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.

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.

Call Us Today

815-609-0669

Location

Timbers of Shorewood
1100 North River Road
Shorewood, IL 60404