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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Alden, IL

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The cost of independent living in Alden is about $4,263 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 13 options.

Read 24 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance. You may also consider nearby communities such as Lake Geneva, Crystal Lake and North Shore.

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Photo of Shepherd Premier Assisted Living of Harvard
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The staff has been fantastic since my grandmother moved in six months ago. The building is beautiful and well kept. As difficult as this process has been, this part of it has been very pleasant. I'm happy if...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
This 160 year old, 7,700 square foot Victorian home is one of the oldest buildings in Harvard, and after a beautiful renovation by the Shepherd team it now houses area seniors with Shepherd's award-winning care team.At Shepherd Premier Assisted Living of Harvard your loved one will receive 24...
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in a quiet residential neighborhood in Harvard, IL, Sunset Senior Apartments offers 24 apartments designed for individuals 62 and better or who are disabled. Rental assistance is offered to residents in 20 of the 24 apartments. Full of quaint small-town appeal, Harvard is small enough to...
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They have had problems keeping a decent cook, so meals are not the best some days. Although the facility is nice, many of the apartments lack outside facing windows, which really impacts their mental health...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Amazing experience thanks for all the help
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
**Income Restricted Senior Community**We have available 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartment Homes. Maintenance Free!Friendly staff and management.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
HARVARD RANCH FOR SENIORS IS A 23 APARTMENT BUILDING ALL ON ONE FLOOR. APTS. INCLUDE STOVE FRIDGE AND GAS HEAT AND GAS COOKING. CENTRAL AIR AND PARKING. RESIDENT MUST BE 60 YEARS OF AGE AND HAVE INCOME BELOW 32,OOO PER YEAR.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Inspiration Ministries is an assisted living community for people with disability. Located in Walworth, WI, the village of Walworth is in Walworth County and home to about 2,800 people. Walworth is a small town that's on Lake Geneva with 40-acres of beautiful trails and paths. Residents can go...
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
We are located in a lovely quiet wooded setting just outside the Village of Genoa City, Wisconsin, away from the noise of factories, businesses and schools. Our grounds offer much opportunity for safe walking, activities and relaxation.Our primary goal is to offer our residents a home-like...
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Words are powerless to express my feelings about Arbor Village of Geneva Crossing. The facility is beautiful inside and out with a court yard, beautiful dining room, party room and much more. There are many...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Alden, IL

The average cost of senior living in Alden is $4,263 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Caledonia, IL with an average of $3,342 per month.

Independent living costs in Alden, IL, vs. nearby cities

Alden, IL
$4,263/mo
$4,298/mo
$4,215/mo

Independent living costs in Alden, IL, vs. state and national averages

Alden, IL
$4,263/mo
U.S. national average
$4,245/mo

Independent living costs in Alden, IL, vs. other senior living options

$5,506/mo
Independent Living
$4,263/mo

Independent living costs in Alden, IL, by floor plan type

1 Bedroom
$850/mo
2 Bedroom
$900/mo

Senior living costs in Alden vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Alden, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAlden, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$4,263/mo$4,533/mo$4,245/mo
Assisted Living$5,485/mo$5,509/mo$4,788/mo
Memory Care$5,506/mo$5,531/mo$5,057/mo
Independent Living
Alden, IL:$4,263/mo
Illinois:$4,533/mo
U.S.:$4,245/mo
Assisted Living
Alden, IL:$5,485/mo
Illinois:$5,509/mo
U.S.:$4,788/mo
Memory Care
Alden, IL:$5,506/mo
Illinois:$5,531/mo
U.S.:$5,057/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Alden

Recent reviews for independent living in Alden

Shepherd Premier Assisted Living of Harvard

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I am very happy with the care that my mother is getting at this very nice and home feeling community. The staff is wonderful and very attentive. I like that the community is clean. <y mother is really liking the activities and she likes what is offered. We would highly recommend this small ...
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Lakeland Apartments in Fox Lake, IL

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We think this is a really good community and every time we come to visit things look clean and well taken care of. The outside of the building and everything around it is well maintained. The property manager [name removed] has been so wonderful to work with. She has been very helpful, ...
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Heritage Woods of Belvidere

5.0
I am very content living at Heritage Woods. My apartment is very comfortable and convenient. The nurses and CNAs are very attentive and convenient. The food is good and I may also eat in my room if I so desire. There are activities every day. Also a small store 2 days a week.

Alden independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Alden independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Alden, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alden independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Alden partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alden, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.3%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
35.5%
No sugar
No sugar
8.3%
31.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.7%
34.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Alden independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Alden communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
16.7%
44.6%
Room service
Room service
16.7%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alden independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Alden offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alden, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
16.7%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
8.3%
29.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
34%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
48.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
16.7%
49.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
75%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
8.3%
44.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
8.3%
39.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.7%
42.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
16.7%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
8.3%
34%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
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