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The cost of independent living in Combs is about $3,928 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 87 options. Read 635 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 Life's Journey Senior Living - Estates
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.
Our 12 studio apartment home offers a wide range of services for those looking to maintain their independence in a close knit community. We offer a safe and secure environment for active, independent seniors. Our amenities range from personalized apartments to restaurant quality meals. The...
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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.
Mattoon Tower is an affordable senior housing apartment complex for seniors 55 and older located in Mattoon, Coles County, Illinois. Mattoon Tower is located with easy access to nearby shopping centers, medical facilities, and public transportation. At Mattoon Tower, our loved ones maintain their...
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.
Hopedale Commons is conveniently located in the beautiful and peaceful community of Hopedale, Illinois, only 30 minutes from Peoria, Bloomington and Pekin, Illinois.Our well-trained and caring staff truly enjoy working with the elderly. It is not unusual to find a staff member stopping to chat...
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: 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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Cost of independent living in Combs, IL

The average cost of senior living in Combs is $3,928 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Cerro Gordo, IL with an average of $3,357 per month.

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

Combs, IL
$3,928/mo
$3,895/mo

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

Combs, IL
$3,928/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$4,938/mo
Independent Living
$3,928/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,483/mo
Studio
$4,849/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,089/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,868/mo

Senior living costs in Combs 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: Combs, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCombs, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,928/mo$4,453/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,922/mo$5,370/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,938/mo$5,390/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Combs, IL:$3,928/mo
Illinois:$4,453/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Combs, IL:$4,922/mo
Illinois:$5,370/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Combs, IL:$4,938/mo
Illinois:$5,390/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Combs, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Combs and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Combs, IL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Combs have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Combs, IL$3,223/mo$2,719/mo+18.6%
Illinois$3,094/mo$2,982/mo+3.8%
National$3,222/mo$3,101/mo+3.9%
Combs, IL
2024 average cost:$3,223/mo
2023 average cost:$2,719/mo
Percent change:+18.6%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$3,094/mo
2023 average cost:$2,982/mo
Percent change:+3.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,222/mo
2023 average cost:$3,101/mo
Percent change:+3.9%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Combs

Recent reviews for independent living in Combs

The Oaks Manor in Oakland, IL

5.0
We initially feared Mom would not like being in assisted living, but she absolutely loves it at the Oaks Manor. When we do get her out for the day she is always ready to get back. She always mentions how safe she feels being there. The employees go way above and beyond what is expected and ...
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Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections - Rantoul

3.9
A beautiful facility with spacious rooms and nice amenities. My experience with Hollybrook is probably not typical, but during a very stressful 3 weeks, the staff stepped up and helped my family through a very difficult time. Shortly after moving into the assisted living, my dad was moved to ...
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Heritage Woods of Charleston

4.9
I have lived here for about a year and a half. I have enjoyed it immensely. Very friendly people live and work here. I recommend it for people 65 years old and older. We get three meals a day plus snacks. We get activities that are great. We have exercise programs for 45 minutes at least 2 times ...
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Combs independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Combs independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Combs, 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 Combs 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 Combs partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Combs, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.8%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Combs 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 Combs communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Combs, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.8%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
30%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Combs 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 Combs offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Combs, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
28.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51.2%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
41.3%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
30%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.7%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.3%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Carriage Crossing Senior Living of Arcola, The Carriages of Decatur and The Carriages of Bloomington are the top-rated independent living facilities near Combs, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 87 independent living facilities near Combs, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Combs, Illinois is Carriage Crossing Senior Living of Arcola. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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