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The cost of independent living in Big Rock is about $4,306 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 7 options. Read 77 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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Photo of Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care
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We picked this community because of the smaller number of patients. They are living in one area, with everything included in this area: dining room, TV, activities, theater etc. I would say Staff and...
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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Due to the covid restrictions we have not been able to visit the community as much, and due to our loved ones dementia state we cannot rely on her to give feedback over the meals. However, just based on...
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.
Bickford isn’t just another senior living community. Our caregiver family is committed to ensuring that every resident lives their most fulfilling life. Here, your loved one will savor meals made from scratch, always have a dedicated caregiver by their side, and enjoy a vibrant social calendar. A...
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Photo of Cedarhurst of Yorkville
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77 Floor plans available
7.0
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16 reviews
7.0
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5 for all of them. The cost is not cheap at all. Mom would probably not be there if she did not have long/term health care coverage. Having said that, the staff has done a wonderful job of taking care...
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.
Cedarhurst of Yorkville is a pet-friendly assisted living and memory care community for seniors age 55 and over in the Chicago metropolitan area. For seniors ready to leave home ownership behind and move into a welcoming communal setting where housekeeping and maintenance are taken care of for...
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The staff at the Constitution House is very friendly and always courteous. One of the deciding factors for choosing the Constitution House was their monthly rent is tied to social security income. This was...
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.
Constitution House is part of Franciscan Ministries, Inc. We provide affordable housing for low income for those 62 and older, or 55 and older with a disability. We are conveniently located in Aurora, minutes south of Interstate 88. We are within walking distance of Wal-Mart and Walgreen’s and...
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.
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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 really like it here and I have not run into any problems with anybody. I am really glad to have this place and the management is very good. The maintenance man takes care of things whenever I ask for 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.
Sandwich Manor is an affordable senior housing community in Sandwich, DeKalb, Kendall, and LaSalle counties, Illinois. It is conveniently located a couple of blocks off of Highway 34 and near Sandwich Memorial Park, WOW7 Cinema, an antique stores, Dollar General, the Opera House, a food market,...
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Cost of independent living in Big Rock, IL

The average cost of senior living in Big Rock is $4,306 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waterman, IL with an average of $3,867 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Big Rock, IL vs. nearby cities

Big Rock, IL
$4,264/mo
$4,325/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Big Rock, IL vs. the state and national average

Big Rock, IL
$4,264/mo
U.S. national average
$4,033/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Big Rock vs. other types of senior living

$5,733/mo
Independent Living
$4,264/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Big Rock, IL by room type

Studio
$6,046/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,241/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,555/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Big Rock

Recent reviews for independent living in Big Rock

The Landings Senior Living in Batavia, IL

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

The Sheridan at Tyler Creek in Elgin, IL

4.0
I feel like they do a nice job keeping my mom safe. She has nice things to say about the workers and food. Her room accommodations are good as far as size and privacy. I wish they could keep my mom's room more sanitary. They need to pay attention to cleanliness details across the board.

The Gardens of Waterford in Aurora, IL

4.0
I have lived here for 5+ years. The food is by far better than other places I've been. Staff are friendly and very helpful. This is Alden's main campus and the grounds are beautiful. Festive holiday decorations make this a very homey atmosphere. I call this "home".

Big Rock independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Big Rock independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Big Rock, 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 Big Rock 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 Big Rock partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Big Rock, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Big Rock 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 Big Rock communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Big Rock, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Big Rock 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 Big Rock offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Big Rock, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
28.6%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.9%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.3%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
28.6%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.6%
45.7%
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Fox River Horizon, Independence Village Naperville and Sunrise of Naperville North are the top-rated independent living facilities near Big Rock, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 7 independent living facilities near Big Rock, Illinois. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Big Rock, Illinois are The Timbers of Shorewood, Sunrise of Naperville North and Brighton Gardens of St. Charles. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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