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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Denver, IL

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The cost of independent living in Denver is about $3,991 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 40 options. Read 106 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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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: 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.
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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My mom is currently residing at Donnellson Health Center in Iowa. She is in their Northbrook memory care and has been for over a year. She is well taken care of and is treated like one of the family. My...
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.
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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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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The facility is very clean and the staff have been great so far! The facility was also a great fit because it fit our budget and location needs. Courtyard Estates has proven to be the best choice for my...
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 Courtyard Estates of Bushnell is an assisted living community located in the heart of Bushnell, Illinois, just minutes from all that Peoria has to offer. As a modern, home like environment, our assisted living community provides a positive, supportive environment for our residents. We're near...
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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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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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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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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.
Legacy Estates of Monmouth Legacy Estates of Monmouth is an assisted living community that is available to those seniors who are looking to call Monmouth, IL their home. This large and comfortable community offers a home in a growing city that is full of prosperity and good things. Legacy Estates...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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.
Courtyard Estates of Monmouth is an assisted living community located in Monmouth, Illinois, in a home like environment. Our campus is well cared for and located only minutes from various shopping areas, medical offices, and restaurants. Within our community, residents will enjoy spacious...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Denver, IL

The average cost of senior living in Denver is $3,991 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mendon, IL with an average of $3,230 per month.

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

Denver, IL
$3,991/mo
$4,840/mo
$3,970/mo

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

Denver, IL
$3,991/mo
U.S. national average
$4,160/mo

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

$4,642/mo
Independent Living
$3,991/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,995/mo
Studio
$4,725/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,456/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,486/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,775/mo

Senior living costs in Denver 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: Denver, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeDenver, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,991/mo$4,459/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living$4,642/mo$5,378/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,642/mo$5,398/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Denver, IL:$3,991/mo
Illinois:$4,459/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
Denver, IL:$4,642/mo
Illinois:$5,378/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Denver, IL:$4,642/mo
Illinois:$5,398/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
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Independent living costs in Denver, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Denver 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
Denver, IL$2,341/mo$2,397/mo-2.4%
Illinois$2,980/mo$2,873/mo+3.7%
National$3,044/mo$2,927/mo+4.0%
Denver, IL
2024 average cost:$2,341/mo
2023 average cost:$2,397/mo
Percent change:-2.4%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$2,980/mo
2023 average cost:$2,873/mo
Percent change:+3.7%
National
2024 average cost:$3,044/mo
2023 average cost:$2,927/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Denver

Recent reviews for independent living in Denver

River Valley Place of Fort Madison

4.6
This was the first time we had had an experience with assistant living. After the first month we realized our dad probably needed more help than we realized. They were very helpful with us and kept him there. They helped us get extra help for him. He was a 94 year old. He really enjoyed all the ...
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Ridgeview Assisted Living in Burlington, IA

5.0
[name removed] loved it there. Staff was great. It was his home. The atmosphere was very bright and cheery, it felt very welcoming.

Jefferson House in Macomb, IL

5.0
I have lived here twice.

Denver independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Denver independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Denver, 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 Denver 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 Denver partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Denver, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10.5%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
15.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.8%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Denver 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 Denver communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Denver, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
10.5%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Denver 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 Denver offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Denver, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
18.4%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.2%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10.5%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.5%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
36.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
5.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
13.2%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
21.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
10.5%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
13.2%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.4%
46.4%
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The Lamoine Retirement Living, Addington Place of Burlington and River Valley Place of Fort Madison are the top-rated independent living facilities near Denver, Illinois. See full list of communities.
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