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The cost of independent living in Alden is about $4,105 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 32 options. Read 169 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.

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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.
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I have no complaints about how things are going for my loved one since he had made the move into this community. The staff where all very friendly and have welcomed him with open arms. I am comfortable with...
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.
Our Commitment to you at RidgeStone is to maintain a warm and homelike atmosphere. We treat all our live-in guests with love, courtesy and respect of privacy. Your needs and comfort always come first. RidgeStone Village offers a continuum of care for seniors. We offer two levels of assisted...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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It has been a good experience for us here at this community. They are caring for my relative very well. The community is nice and clean. The staff is good, they are helpful and kind. . Everything is working...
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.
KindredHearts is dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of today's elderly by offering assisted living in a small, personalized home setting and an integrated approach to health care. Community is integral to the success of KindredHearts. It exists not only within the walls of our assisted living...
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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.
The Sedgemeadow 55+ Adult Community offers 48 income eligible and market rate apartment homes ranging from 709 sf to 1001 sf. Visit us to see how the residents of Sedgemeadow enjoy a friendly, caring environment where neighbors become friends.
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Cost of independent living in Alden, IL

The average cost of senior living in Alden is $4,105 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Caledonia, IL with an average of $3,307 per month.

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

Alden, IL
$4,105/mo
$4,151/mo
$4,078/mo

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

Alden, IL
$4,105/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

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

$5,318/mo
Independent Living
$4,105/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,948/mo
Studio
$6,603/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,769/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,150/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$4,105/mo$4,459/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$5,307/mo$5,378/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$5,318/mo$5,398/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Alden, IL:$4,105/mo
Illinois:$4,459/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Alden, IL:$5,307/mo
Illinois:$5,378/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Alden, IL:$5,318/mo
Illinois:$5,398/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Alden

Recent reviews for independent living in Alden

Shepherd of Harvard

5.0
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

5.0
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
14.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
17.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.4%
33.6%
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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.
Alden, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.7%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
25%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.7%
17.2%
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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
25%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.9%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
17.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
7.1%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.1%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
35.7%
46.4%
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Shepherd of Harvard, Sunrise of Crystal Lake and The Cottages of Fox Lake are the top-rated independent living facilities near Alden, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 32 independent living facilities near Alden, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Alden, Illinois are Clarendale of Algonquin and The Cottages of Fox Lake. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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