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The cost of independent living in Deer Creek is about $3,559 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 9 options. Read 44 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 Brandon Wood Retirement Center
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33 Floor plans available
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5 on all, my mom loves it there. Glad you helped us find this place for her, you made an impossible task very easy. Based on the experience so far, we would definitely recommend Brandon Wood Retirement...
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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Photo of Charter Senior Living of Washington
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The staff was excellent. Very caring people that really worked with their tenants. Food was good also I ate there a couple times myself with my sister. Wish she still could live there.
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.
After more than a decade of solid experience as a residential community, Charter Senior Living of Washington is recognized as a leader in senior services. Guided by dedicated staff and management, such a level of competence places Cedarhurst of Washington at the forefront of quality care for...
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Everyone at Holly Brook takes such a good care of my father. The director, [name removed], was welcoming and helpful, and the head of nursing, [name removed], has gone above and beyond every step of the...
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.
THE INDEPENDENCE YOU WANT ... THE DAILY ASSISTANCE YOU NEED. The Villas of Holly Brook is an Assisted Living Community that offers residents carefree, retirement living at its finest. We'll do it ALL! We'll cook, clean and do the laundry. We also take care of the lawn and remove snow and ice...
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This is a brand new clean community. My mother in law loves it here. The community offers transportation. They like that there is an exercise room, media room and a common area to socialize. The community...
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.
Morton Estates features brand new one and two bedroom apartment homes designed exclusively for adults 55 and over. Each spacious floor plan includes modern amenities you would expect to find in a luxury home, at affordable rental rates: a fully-equipped gourmet kitchen with energy-efficient...
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Supportive Living of Washington is a nice community, but the seniors would like to visit the shops on the square. Our loved one would like to get transportation to and from church on Sunday's and also to the...
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.
As a faith-based, not-for-profit organization, Supportive Living of Washington is deeply committed to the well-being of all our residents and their families. We demonstrate our commitment by always providing superior care and services. Supportive Living of Washington offers a robust activities...
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The facilities themselves were super incredibly clean which stood out to us right away on the tour and based on our experience so far with Washington Villas, we would definitely recommend to other...
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.
Never before have elegance and value been so perfectly defined ina beautifully master planned Community. The Villas is committed to standards of excellence in design, construction, amenities, lifestyle, security and affordability.We are a place where every resident can live their life to the...
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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.
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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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Great community! My mother loves it here. I would rate this community a five just for the people alone. The staff has been incredibly helpful through the entire process from the tour to move-in and beyond....
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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 Leisure Acres senior housing is located in serene and beautiful Washington, Tazewell County, IL. For most seniors finding a place to retire that is clean and safe is a top concern. The Washington area has a variety of different things to offer and is just right for a senior who is looking for...
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Cost of independent living in Deer Creek, IL

The average cost of senior living in Deer Creek is $3,559 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bay View Garden, IL with an average of $3,057 per month.

Independent living costs in Deer Creek, IL, vs. nearby cities

Deer Creek, IL
$3,559/mo
$3,638/mo
$3,585/mo

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

Deer Creek, IL
$3,559/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

Independent living costs in Deer Creek, IL, vs. other senior living options

$4,697/mo
Independent Living
$3,559/mo

Independent living costs in Deer Creek, IL, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,645/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,195/mo
2 Bedroom
$2,445/mo

Senior living costs in Deer Creek 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: Deer Creek, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDeer Creek, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,559/mo$4,453/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,697/mo$5,370/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,697/mo$5,390/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Deer Creek, IL:$3,559/mo
Illinois:$4,453/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Deer Creek, IL:$4,697/mo
Illinois:$5,370/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Deer Creek, IL:$4,697/mo
Illinois:$5,390/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Deer Creek, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Deer Creek 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 Deer Creek, IL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Deer Creek 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Deer Creek, IL$3,325/mo$1,433/mo+132.0%
Illinois$2,820/mo$2,826/mo-0.2%
National$2,867/mo$2,825/mo+1.5%
Deer Creek, IL
2024 average cost:$3,325/mo
2023 average cost:$1,433/mo
Percent change:+132.0%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$2,820/mo
2023 average cost:$2,826/mo
Percent change:-0.2%
National
2024 average cost:$2,867/mo
2023 average cost:$2,825/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
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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 Deer Creek

Recent reviews for independent living in Deer Creek

Gateway at River City in Peoria, IL

5.0
I absolutely love it here at Gateway. There are lots of activities, food is good, most residents are real nice and easy to get along with. The staff is wonderful. I’m friends with many residents who are awesome. Definitely worth living here.

EverTrue Lutheran Hillside Village in Peoria, IL

4.8
I have lived at LHV for 18 months. I was becoming familiar with the routines and activities when they were curtailed by the pandemic. Since that time The staff and administration have devoted themselves to the residents safety, health and comfort. Fellow residents are friendly and concerned ...
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The Grand Regency in Peoria, IL

4.7
It's a really, really great place. Unfortunately I think I need to move my parents becuase they need skilled care instead of assisted living. As far as the care they're getting, the food plan, and the apartment, it seems like a good value. The care services are good. They distribute all the meds ...
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Deer Creek independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Deer Creek independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Deer Creek, 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 Deer Creek 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 Deer Creek 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
22.2%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Deer Creek 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 Deer Creek communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Deer Creek 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 Deer Creek offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
55.6%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
44.4%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
55.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
55.6%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
44.4%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
55.6%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
55.6%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.4%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.6%
46.4%
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Brandon Wood Retirement Center, Charter Senior Living of Washington and Villas of Holly Brook - Morton are the top-rated independent living facilities near Deer Creek, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 9 independent living facilities near Deer Creek, Illinois. See the full list.
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