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One reason independent living communities in Harvard, Illinois can help seniors feel happier is more time to learn a new hobby, like knitting.

At a Glance

Short answer: Sunset Senior Apartments in Harvard, Illinois offers small-town living for adults 62 and older, with Walmart, local restaurants, parks, and the library within minutes.

  • Who it's for: Adults 62 and older, or those with disabilities regardless of age
  • Apartment sizes: 24 one- and two-bedroom apartments
  • Essentials: Walmart Supercenter (1.3 miles), Alden grocery store (7 miles)
  • Dining: Swiss Maid Bakery, Angelo's Pizza and Restaurant, Kelley's Family Restaurant, each within 4 minutes
  • Parks: Nine city parks with an aquatic center, tennis courts, walking paths, fishing pier
  • More to do: Harvard Diggins Library, J's Lanes bowling, Woodstock about 25 minutes away
  • Getting around: Door-to-door bus service six days a week; commuter train service to Chicago
  • Community life: Potlucks, card games, coffee chats
  • Next step: Tour Sunset Senior Apartments
One reason independent living communities in Harvard, Illinois can help seniors feel happier is more time to learn a new hobby, like knitting.Harvard’s quaint, small-town feel and close-knit community make it a great place to retire, and Sunset Senior Apartments retirement community offers one of the coziest neighborhoods in town. Whether you’re moving to Harvard for the first time or just moving across town, this guide should make it a little easier to find what you need as you get settled in. Home Essentials Pick up everything you need to stock your new apartment at one of these hometown stops: Alden Grocery Store Distance: 7 miles, 12 minutes 16420 IL-173, Harvard, IL 60033 (815) 648-4825 Walmart Supercenter Distance: 1.3 miles, 5 minutes 21101 McGuire Rd, Harvard, IL 60033 (815) 943-7496 Restaurants When you’re searching for the best retirement community for you, be sure to check out area dining options. From down-home comfort food to pizza and sweet baked goods, Harvard offers these and other popular nearby eating stops: Kelley’s Family Restaurant Distance: 1.3 miles, 4 minutes 5420 US-14, Harvard, IL 60033 (815) 943-7558 Angelo’s Pizza and Restaurant Distance: 0.8 miles, 4 minutes 73 N Ayer St, Harvard, IL 60033 (815) 943-6458 Swiss Maid Bakery Distance: 0.7 miles, 3 minutes 104 E Brainard St, Harvard, IL 60033 (815) 943-7282 Things to Do Harvard is an ideal location for active senior living. As a resident, you can enjoy one of Harvard’s nine city parks that feature an aquatic center, tennis courts, walking paths, and a fishing pier. Take a day for shopping or sightseeing in nearby Woodstock, about 25 minutes away, or become a local regular at one of these neighborhood favorites: Harvard Diggins Library Distance: 1.6 miles, 7 minutes 900 E McKinley St, Harvard, IL 60033 harvard-diggins.org (815) 943-4671 J’s Lanes Bowling Alley Distance: 1.3 miles, 4 minutes 5507 US-14, Harvard, IL 60033 Facebook (815) 943-4545 For more information about Sunset Senior Apartments retirement community in Harvard, IL and the surrounding area, feel free to contact our senior living representatives online or call 815.289.6227 today.

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