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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Atwater, IL
The cost of independent living in Atwater is about $3,643 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 121 options. Read 704 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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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
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.
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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My mother is in independent living for now and she loves living there. It was an easy transition from her previous home to DeSmet Retirement. The staff is very friendly and caring about their residents.
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.
DeSmet Retirement Community is a non-profit housing community offering assisted care and independent living for seniors. As one of over 160 properties owned and operated by Retirement Housing Foundation (RHF), we strive to carry out the RHF mission of providing quality housing at an affordable...
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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.
The rolling hills of Missouri are the perfect home to the warm and friendly atmosphere of the Bridge at Florissant. Situated in the suburbs of St. Louis, the community offers urban accessibility, state-of-the-art amenities, and the time of your life. The community itself is surrounded by greenery...
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.
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.
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.
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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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.
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.
Cost of independent living in Atwater, IL
The average cost of senior living in Atwater is $3,643 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Auburn, IL with an average of $3,400 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Atwater, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Atwater, IL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Atwater
Recent reviews for independent living in Atwater
Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Springfield
4.9
The facility was extremely open and friendly to all family members. The facility worked with us to get my mom acclimated to the place and try different solutions.
Cambridge House of Maryville
3.7
We chose Cambridge House of Maryville because it was recommended to us through family members, they said that it was a well-managed facility. The room sizes here are good, but I do think the kitchen could use some more space. Overall, it is a small community and everyone gets along well here. I ...
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Veronica Place in Florissant, MO
5.0
this is a first class place. excellent for the amount you pay.
the only complaint is the consistency of the food quality. it all depends on who is cooking from day to day
Atwater independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Atwater independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Atwater, 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 Atwater 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 Atwater partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.9%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
25.9%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.2%
32.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.8%
8.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Atwater 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 Atwater communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
16.1%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
25.9%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.1%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Atwater 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 Atwater offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
34.8%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.8%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.4%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.6%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
38.4%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
23.2%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.1%
39.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.9%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Glenwood Supportive Living of Greenville, Carriage Crossing Rochester and Brenden Gardens are the top-rated independent living facilities near Atwater, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 121 independent living facilities near Atwater, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Atwater, Illinois are Carriage Crossing Rochester and The Montvale Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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