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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Dexter, IL
The cost of independent living in Dexter is about $3,772 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 47 options. Read 187 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Effingham, Altamont and Shelbyville.
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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.
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.
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: 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.
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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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.
Courtyard Estates of Sullivan is a modern, beautiful assisted living community located in the residential neighborhood of Sullivan, Illinois. You'll enjoy our incredible spaces indoors while also spending plenty of time on our outdoor paths and patios or even under the gazebo. And, when you do...
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.
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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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So far I am pleased with the care that my mother has been receiving at this community. The staff have been very welcoming to her and have helped a lot with making her comfortable during the transition of...
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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.
Lakewood Village, in Charleston, Illinois, with its beautiful, home-like environment, is located near ambulance services, pharmacies, hospitals, dentists and rehabilitation centers. The independent living community is located in Coles County and is easily accessed for the enjoyment of both...
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: 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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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.
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.
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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: 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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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.
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, 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.
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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.
Rome Meadows is a beautiful, privately owned senior apartment community for adults 55 and up, or those with disabilities in Dix, Illinois. Located between Mt. Vernon, Centralia, and Salem, Rome Meadows is in walking distance of shops, nice restaurants for fine dining, and recreation facilities....
Cost of independent living in Dexter, IL
The average cost of senior living in Dexter is $3,772 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Louisville, IL with an average of $3,372 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Dexter
Recent reviews for independent living in Dexter
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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Brookstone Estates of Olney
3.7
My father felt very isolated there as they did not have many activities he was interested in. He did not like the food but the personnel were friendly to him and helped him to meals and gave him his medications but otherwise he did not see them very often as he did not leave his room. He was 99 ...
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Dexter independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dexter independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dexter, 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 Dexter 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 Dexter 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
25.6%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.6%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
20.9%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
4.7%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.3%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Dexter 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 Dexter communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
7%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.2%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
20.9%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.7%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dexter 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 Dexter offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
25.6%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.3%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.9%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.9%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.2%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.5%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.2%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.6%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.2%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.9%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
41.9%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
18.6%
31.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.6%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.5%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Glenwood Supportive Living of Greenville, Carriage Crossing Arcola and Villas of Holly Brook Newton are the top-rated independent living facilities near Dexter, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 47 independent living facilities near Dexter, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Dexter, Illinois is Carriage Crossing Arcola. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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