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Huntley has many activities, the staff is very helpful and caring, the residents are very friendly. I am very happy here. They keep e everything neat and clean
Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Huntley Springs, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is NOW OPEN! We offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your retirement.Huntley Spring's top-notch, all-inclusive services and amenities includes EVERYTHING you need to live in comfort and...
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What we like the most about the community would be the Friendliness of staff. Cleanliness. Willingness to work with family to create individual care plans customized for each resident. Yes, we would...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
We stop at nothing to make our residents' experience engaging and inviting, and we've learned that the little things make a big difference! With over 35 years of experience, the Brighton Gardens of St. Charles provides both Assisted Living and Memory Care in a cozy and warm setting that offers...
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The staff at Prairie Pointe are very efficient, capable, and caring towards their residents. Any questions we have had are answered in a timely manner. Family access to visit residents is excellent. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
From personalized assisted senior living to day care services, we offer expansive services, inspirational programs and tasteful environments where seniors thrive. Prairie Pointe leads the way in meeting the changing needs of senior adults and their families. We are dedicated to providing world-...
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Plum Landing I give a 5 star rating. They have compassionate employees, excellent food, & a welcoming atmosphere! I would recommend them to others who are searching for a senior living community.
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.
Plum Landing has been a trusted part of the Aurora community since 1962, offering independent seniors a warm, welcoming, and affordable nonprofit retirement option. As a freestanding organization governed by a local board of directors—not a national chain—we remain deeply rooted in our mission...
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It feels like old Huntley when you walk in. My mom and I grew up there from the beginning. Yes, we would recommend this community to other families if they didn't need a lot of attention. Or had health...
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.
Heritage Woods of Huntley provides you with the opportunity to enjoy apartment home living in a residential community while obtaining the personal services you may need to continue a life of purpose and individuality. Imagine a life without household chores, yard work or home maintenance. Invite...
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Everyone there was very nice and caring. They remembered everyone's name. They made it feel like family even though it was a difficult situation.
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.
Morning Star Village is the friendliest and only locally-owned Assisted Living community in the Rockford area. We offer a wide range of services to residents who are happy to call Morning Star Village home. Presence Life Connections manages our community and they have a long history of serving...
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A few things I really like about Prime Healthcare Fox Knoll Village is they are friendly, cooperative staff, clean good food. I would recommend this community to others.
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.
Welcome to The LUXE Residences of Aurora – Where Luxury Meets Lifestyle. Nestled in the heart of downtown Aurora, Illinois, The LUXE offers a sophisticated living experience unlike any other. Beautifully renovated one- and two-bedroom apartment homes are designed for those aged 55 and better who...
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TLC was the perfect solution for our mother. She received outstanding care from all the staff. The facility is modern and incredibly clean. I would highly recommend TLC to anyone looking for care for a loved...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
TLC Living Community Where it feels like home, because it is home. TLC Living Community is a newly constructed, 92 apartment assisted living community, Phase 1 completed in March 2020. Located on six acres in Machesney Park, Illinois, it offers an ideal location close to retail, shopping,...
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Staff is extremely help full and very communicative. They really look out for the residents. Mom has a great apartment size. She has a sitting room which provides some nice additional space.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Meadows of Franklin Grove Assisted Living Community understands how important it is for our residents to maintain their independence and identity; while still receiving the assistance, they need. The Meadows is tailored to seniors who would like to continue their independent lifestyle without...
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My mom is so happy with her experience there. The location is awesome! She has a great view and they make it feel like home. You walk in the door and the staff knows you on a personal level. We are so happy...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Conveniently located on the outskirts of Rockford, close to I-90, Cherryvale Place offers all the amenities you need within minutes of this well-maintained, beautifully landscaped community. With a full-time licensed nurse available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and coordination of...
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Photo of Morningside of Sterling
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My mom is quiet and doesn't leave her room. Just wish staff would make eye contact and say a few words to her. They say here is your lunch but don't look at her or engage except in very surface way. Even if...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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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What the facility lacks in modernization is more than made up for by staff care and friendliness. They are quick to communicate any health issues that occur, respond immediately to ensure resident safety,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Established in 1943 Jennings Terrace is a non-profit charitable organization dedicated to serving the needs of area senior citizens in a home-like setting. Jennings is a provider of affordable high quality services. Our services are responsive and flexible to meet current and changing demands. ...
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The community is awesome in all areas but there is not much to do as walking or other activities. What really stood out to us was the security, the great food and the awesome people. It has a comfortable...
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.
For 122 years Oak Crest has maintained the mission of providing a home for older adults that promotes dignity and independence. A private, not for profit organization The Apartments at Oak Crest offer Independent living with amenity services. Our Personal Helpers provide unmatched services upon...
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Staff was very friendly, understanding, and accommodating to my mom's needs. They genuinely cared about her well being. The food was okay. The apartment was bright, sunny and very clean. The building itself...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Bardwell Residences is a senior living community in an incredible historic building. Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care round out this 99 apartment community. We embrace our history and are Senior Living, Reimagined. Scheduled to open 4/1/23 the entire building has been renovated...
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The CNAs, the nurses are fabulous, cleanliness is very good. My only complaint was the day of check in. No one was there to great us, no one was there to ask questions about my dad's dementia and to get a...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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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Aside from the price, he really enjoys it there and is thriving. I would definitely recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one! It's a great central place so he is still...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
The Grand Victorian of Sycamore is located in the county seat of DeKalb County, an ideal community in the heart of some of America's most productive farmland. Tree-lined streets and stately 19th century architecture offer picturesque small-town surroundings and a comfortable lifestyle....
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Every staff member we encountered was professional, kind, caring, and helpful. There were plenty of fun activities to participate in as wanted, and my mom ended up enjoying lots of different things. The...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Come experience what makes River Glen so special! Independent Living townhomes now available as rentals! With two models to choose from; the ranch model is 1,434 sq ft and our two story model is very spacious at 2400 Sq ft. Both include full basements and screened in sun porches...you won't need...
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5 stars all the way for everything except the food, since I never actually ate there or saw what they offer. From my experience, though, everything else was excellent. The atmosphere was welcoming, and the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
With our HigherPath senior health model leading the way, Bickford redefines senior living. It's not just about care; it's about proactive well-being, enabling your loved one to live happier, healthier — longer.Our approach clearly resonates — our happiness ratings among residents are double the...
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4. Only because they are currently dealing with lots of turnover. However. The people and staff here are wonderful. And the location is the best!!! So many conveniences for the independent to appreciate!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Located in Algonquin, Illinois, this senior living community is close enough to the city to indulge in the urban lifestyle while still living in a quiet village. Make a day of it by walking the shoreline of Lake Michigan, or get takeout from your favorite downtown pizza spot. But there’s no need...
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The facility was unbelievably clean. When residents were down for meals, the staff would pop in and tidy up, clean up the room. The staff was professional, but friendly. Being a smaller facility, it made...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Built in 1939, Sunnymere has now been providing a home for seniors with the best care for 83 years. Our Executive Director is an RN, and we have CNA's and Nursing Assistants on duty 24/7. We are a small community--35 residents is our max. Sunnymere is located in the southeast corner of Aurora...
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My Mom has been in residence for 3 years now. The staff is kind and caring. She is happy and I know I can count on The Heathers to keep her best interests in mind. My Mom has her own room with all of her...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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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Rating is 5 stars based on the experience so far which about 7 months. My mom did try the food which she said was delicious. Every request my mom has made about the cottage has been responded to quickly and...
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.
Each duplex home features 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, fully applianced kitchen, fireplace, laundry room, garage, front porch, Lifeline phone system, and many luxury features! Sunrooms and pond views are also available. Each is approx 1350 to 1500 sq. feet.Enjoy your independence on our 38 acre...
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5 stars for sure the overall experience out there is great. The staff is super good She likes all of them mom is super happy out there. She participates in almost all the activities. Which I was unsure about...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Experience Award Winning Senior Living with 5-Star Resort Hospitality at the Areas Most Affordable Prices. Liberty Court of Dixon provides all these with a warm and personal touch. Be our guest at one of the Illinois finest Assisted Living communities and enjoy quality food, friends, and...
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In general, assisted living helps your family member feel less lonely, less isolated, most of the time improves their diet and their quality of life. When you combine all these things together, their overall...
Provides: Assisted Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Charter Senior Living of Rockford, located in Rockford, Illinois provides truly person-directed care, taking the time to know and work with each resident as an individual and providing them with care that’s as unique as they are. In Assisted Living, our caring, compassionate staff, first-rate...
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It's a small place, 2 buildings and communal living spaces. They share living room areas. It's on the higher end cost wise and we may move my dad because of that. He's happy there and has good care. They...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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.
Anam Care, which is part of the Anam Campus in Rockford, is designed to meet, in the most loving way possible, the specialized needs of all who are affected with a dementia, including Alzheimer's, Lewy Body, Parkinson's and Frontal-temporal dementias, memory loss and cognitive impairment. ...

Cost of independent living in Ashton, IL

The average cost of senior living in Ashton is $3,421 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rochelle, IL with an average of $3,067 per month.

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

Ashton, IL
$3,421/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$7,526/mo
Independent Living
$3,421/mo

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

Studio
$2,940/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,949/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,970/mo

Senior living costs in Ashton 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: Ashton, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAshton, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,421/mo$3,342/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,540/mo$6,329/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,526/mo$7,681/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Ashton, IL:$3,421/mo
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Ashton, IL:$5,540/mo
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Ashton, IL:$7,526/mo
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about independent living in Ashton

Recent reviews for independent living in Ashton

Shepherd Premier Assisted Living 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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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.

The Landings Senior Living in Batavia, IL

4.3
The staff is extremely friendly. There lots of activities and outings. Beautiful campus and location!

Ashton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ashton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ashton, 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 Ashton 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 Ashton partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ashton, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
24.3%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.5%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
19.1%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.3%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.8%
11.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Ashton 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 Ashton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ashton, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.1%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
36%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
22.1%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ashton 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 Ashton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ashton, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
39.7%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.5%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.3%
34.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.4%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.9%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.7%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.9%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.6%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
42.6%
48%
Dances
Dances
22.8%
34.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.4%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, Brighton Gardens of St. Charles and Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ashton, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 147 independent living facilities near Ashton, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Ashton, Illinois are Huntley Springs Retirement Resort and Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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