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10 Best Independent Living Communities in East St Louis, IL
The cost of independent living in East St Louis is about $3,911 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 74 options. Read 318 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 St. Louis, Edwardsville and Chesterfield.
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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: 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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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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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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It's a good facility. the apt sizes were good and they offered different size apts. I would definitely recommend this community to others
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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: 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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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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Everything is going well for my brother since his move to this community. I'am satisfied with the care and everything they have done for us. He is doing very good. They have a pleasant staff, they have been...
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.
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: 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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Charles Gardens was such a welcoming community right from the start. The staff and the residents were so friendly and helpful to my family and my mom. They are really great to my mom and they watch out for...
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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.
An independent living community located in Fairview Heights, IL, Charles Gardens is situated on a green and lush plot of land, perfect for walking and relaxing. Fairview Heights is a part of St. Clair County. In addition to the eleven acres of land we are on, there are also sitting areas and...
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: 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: 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: 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, 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.
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
Cost of independent living in East St Louis, IL
The average cost of senior living in East St Louis is $3,911 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Maryville, IL with an average of $3,543 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in East St Louis, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in East St Louis, IL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in East St Louis
Recent reviews for independent living in East St Louis
St. Andrew's Assisted Living of Bridgeton
5.0
We are so thankful for and pleased with St. Andrews. They have been very caring and helpful. I appreciate the time they take to educate us on items, when needed. They always reassure when calling that nothing's urgent, but just wanting to share information. It's comforting to know my Dad is in a ...
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Cambridge House of Maryville
3.7
We chose Cambridge House of Maryville because it was recommended to us through family members, they said that it was a well-managed facility. The room sizes here are good, but I do think the kitchen could use some more space. Overall, it is a small community and everyone gets along well here. I ...
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East St Louis independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in East St Louis independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in East St Louis, 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 East St Louis 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 East St Louis 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
15.3%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.9%
33%
No sugar
No sugar
15.3%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.9%
32.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.4%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in East St Louis 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 East St Louis communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
East St Louis, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.2%
35.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20.3%
42%
Room service
Room service
16.9%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.9%
16.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in East St Louis 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 East St Louis offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
23.7%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
15.3%
27.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.3%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.1%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.5%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30.5%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
13.6%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.7%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
27.1%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
18.6%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.3%
38.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22%
45.6%
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Crestview Senior Living, Charter Senior Living of Shiloh and Allegro Richmond Heights are the top-rated independent living facilities near East St Louis, Illinois. See full list of communities.
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