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Photo of Asbury Village
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I have been here only a month and found that I made the right decision My Villa is very comfortable and up to date The staff is very kind and helpful. The food is also very good I have made many new...
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.
Asbury Village is a 120-acre campus located in Godfrey, Illinois. Opened in late 1997, the community features 44 duplex Patio Homes referred to as Villas, as well as 64 Independent Living apartments, known as the Wiseman-Pollock Residence. There are also 44 Assisted Living apartments on campus...
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My parents are currently residents at Cedarhurst of Godfrey. We initially had some issues with prescriptions. They also have staffing issues. Although I haven't eaten there, my parents say that the food is...
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.
At Cedarhurst of Godfrey, it’s our mission to tailor senior living to you so you can feel loved, valued, and supported each and every day. Our senior living community in Godfrey, Illinois, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living.Cedarhurst of...
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I would tell them that it's great to be here , but I think the important thing is if you want to be here.that's what makes the difference.
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.
At Cedarhurst of Highland, it’s our mission to tailor senior living to you so you can feel loved, valued, and supported each and every day. Our senior living community in Highland, Illinois, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living and memory care...
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My dad really enjoys the staff. They are respectful, kind, and attentive. The apartment size is perfect for him. The staff keeps it clean for him, while also doing his laundry once per week.
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.
Eastland is owned and operated by the Moose family of Auburn Illinois. Eastland Retirement Community provides the best of both worlds – the independence residents want with the support they need.Eastland offers a clean and comfortable atmosphere with a caring and friendly staff. Our quiet,...
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It is great and yes we would recommend Brookstone Estates of Vandalia community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
    Brookstone Estates was founded in 1996 because congregate care was hard to find in rural Southern Illinois. The creation of the first Brookstone community and subsequent quest for additional high quality senior care spawned a comfortable yet manageable 46-unit design that has...
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They are flexible and very accommodating. The room size is good. The physical therapy services are excellent. The staff is very friendly and responsive. The food is the weakness.
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.
Cambridge House of Swansea Cambridge House of Swansea is a newly build assisted living community, with beautiful apartments, located in the cozy town of Belleville, Illinois, counting just over 43,000 citizens. Conveniently located, the living community is steps away from parks and shopping...
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The staff is wonderful with the residents, cleanliness is maintained around the facility, and they are pet friendly. The Dining facilities are more than adequate and they endeavor to keep meals from becoming...
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.
You have earned the right to expect good things from life. Tower Grove Manor has built its reputation on fulfilling those expectations. Located in the heart of historic South St. Louis, Tower Grove Manor takes pride in the traditional values of friendliness and excellent service. With a scenic...
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Can't say enough kind words about [name removed] and the Brentmoor. Been very on the fence about putting my mother in a facility -- I wanted it to be the easiest transition for her and our family. These...
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.
Life Begins at Brentmoor! Centrally located in mid-St. Louis County (Delmar and I-70), this high-rise community offers 72 independent living apartments which include studio, one, two and three bedroom units. Senior Living at The Brentmoor includes all the comforts of home, plus scheduled...
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It was the Social Worker who decided that my mother cannot stay there anymore due to the doctor stating she needs more care and he wanted us to leave and take her out within one day and I told her no that we...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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My mom has been at CC for 1 year. She has dementia and when she went she weighed 85 lbs now she eats 3 healthy meals a day and is so happy there. I don't think there is not anything CC would not do for her...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
LIVE THE LIFE YOU LOVE!Making the move to senior living is a big decision. Fortunately, changing where you live doesn't mean changing your whole way of life. At The Carriages of Rochester, you'll find all the choices you need to live the life you love.Our welcoming campus features a variety of...
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Photo of The Gables at Brady Circle
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The owner, [name removed], is easy to talk to/ work with, but any issues are slow to resolve. He does much of the work himself, so delays occur as issues have to be reprioritized. I was told there are...
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.
The Gables at Brady Circle is revolutionizing assisted living care by removing the institutional setting and returning to an intimate, residential social model.We understand that the choice of an assisted living/ Memory Care community is a difficult and stressful process. That is why we embrace...
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Photo of Addington Place of Shiloh
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On the plus side, dad reports that the staff are kind and attentive and it's nice to know dad has someone to look after him. The only issue preventing a better score has been with billing and administration...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Cedarhurst of Shiloh is located at 429 South Main Street Shiloh, IL. We pride ourselves on providing the community with an assisted living service that has your family member's best interests in mind. We give our clients peace of mind knowing their loved ones are in good hands. We're also known...
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Photo of Addington Place of Collinsville
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This property is closing but would recommend the other sister locations. Staff is very caring and helpful. They take good care of the residents. The meals were great, my mother enjoyed them. They were...
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.
Let inviting design whisk you through Addington Place of Collinsville, where you’ll find lifestyles abundant in enrichment, fun, and friendship. The community’s residential location creates a peaceful environment with easy access to Collinsville’s conveniences and various attractions.Addington...
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Food and service in cafeteria was very good. Room has worked out very well. Mom has participated in a few activities and they were good. She focused on getting her belongings unpacked and getting organized....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Brightly Senior Living in Glen Carbon, Illinois offers a high-end and affordable approach to assisted living and memory care. Here are some key features of this community:All-Inclusive Living Plan: Brightly provides an all-inclusive living plan with the lowest rates in the area. Services such as...
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I will rate all categories a 5! This place is clean, staff is friendly and accommodating, everyone is engaged in the overall care of the residents! They seem to be cloning these friendly, helpful, and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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 Garden Plaza of Florissant, Missouri, offers a dynamic lifestyle for seniors looking to get the most out of their retirement.Whether you prefer independent living in your own private patio home, assisted living with an apartment floor plan of your choice or a memory care neighborhood tailored...
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The outreach fellow is great The flower arranging is fun The Bingo lady makes it exciting The outings on the van were fun The kitchen area on the floors could always use a good cleaning My auntie doesn't...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Experience elegant, boutique senior living at affordable rates. The charm of the Altenheim begins with its magnificent location on the banks of the scenic Mississippi. From the moment you walk in, you'll feel at home with the most delightful surroundings you could ask for in an independent,...
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Timber Creek and the people that work there are fantastic! We picked thic community because, My mom's childhood friend was already living there. I'm ready to move in myself. I would recommend this community...
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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So far they have been great. They have a Facebook page where they upload pictures of the residents doing the activities and they seem to really encourage them to participate. You are able to schedule times...
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.
The Villas of Hollybrook in Bethalto, IL is a preimere destination for anyone in search of senior living. Opened in June of 2018, the Villas of Hollybrook has both Assisted Living and Memory Care apartments that will blow you away! Upon first visit, our exceptional design and decor will wow you!...
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My entire family would agree that we would give Stillwater a 5 on every topic. We have had a wonderful experience. My mom has adjusted finally. It took her a while but we expected that. We would and have...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Stillwater Senior Living is an assisted living community right next door to the campus of the Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville. Woodland and freshly cut fields dominate the landscape of Edwardsville, creating a sense of separation from the city life in nearby St. Louis. At Stillwater...
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They are fantastic. It looks and feels just like a home. The food is good, and my mom talks about it all the time. I have no complaints, and neither does my loved one. The staff are very good at keeping...
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.
Welcome to a gracious and affordable assisted lifestyle! Cambridge House offers 103 private apartments to seniors 65 or older. Our emphasis is on maintaining your health, wellness, dignity, and independence.We offer a helping hand and personal attention to do the things you may no longer be able...
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We are very impressed with where our loved one is at, the appearance and the smell of the community really stood out to us. As an inspector for the state, we could tell the maintenance team is on top of...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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My dad passed in March. He spent almost a year and a half in Villas of Holly Brook and I truly believe they gave him the Will to live everyday! He looked forward to the activities and made so many new...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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So far my experience has been great. It came just when the family needed it and it has been a godsend to me. The Head of Nurse is very informative and keeps communication open with the family. The staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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 Estates of Hidden Lake, (CCRC), offering the peace of mind that comes with knowing your'll enjoy priority access to additional levels of care should your needs ever change.Independent Living: Thirty two distinctive cottage homes or select from a one or two bedroom apartment. Which suits...
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I haven't eaten the meals, so it would not be fair to critique what I haven't experienced. Overall, things have been great for my loved one at this facility. I would recommend the facility to family and...
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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.
Knollwood Retirement Community is an assisted living community located in Caseyville, IL. The town of Caseyville is located in St. Clair County with just over 4,000 people. A former coal mining town, Caseyville is picturesque, tranquil and quiet. Residents can relax outdoors and hear the water...
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Villas of South Park Chatham is a beautiful facility. The staff is caring and responds quickly to my loved one's needs. They offer a lot of activities, although not a lot to his particular interests. The...
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.

Cost of independent living in Gillespie, IL

The average cost of senior living in Gillespie is $3,890 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Carlinville, IL with an average of $3,610 per month.

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

Gillespie, IL
$3,890/mo

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

Gillespie, IL
$3,890/mo
U.S. national average
$4,211/mo

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

$4,920/mo
Independent Living
$3,890/mo

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

Semi-Private
$2,500/mo
Studio
$2,737/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,475/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,310/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,486/mo

Senior living costs in Gillespie 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: Gillespie, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGillespie, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,890/mo$4,508/mo$4,211/mo
Assisted Living$4,920/mo$5,467/mo$4,752/mo
Memory Care$4,920/mo$5,489/mo$5,014/mo
Independent Living
Gillespie, IL:$3,890/mo
Illinois:$4,508/mo
U.S.:$4,211/mo
Assisted Living
Gillespie, IL:$4,920/mo
Illinois:$5,467/mo
U.S.:$4,752/mo
Memory Care
Gillespie, IL:$4,920/mo
Illinois:$5,489/mo
U.S.:$5,014/mo
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Independent living costs in Gillespie, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Gillespie 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
Gillespie, IL$2,404/mo$2,474/mo-2.8%
Illinois$3,110/mo$3,072/mo+1.2%
National$3,259/mo$3,168/mo+2.9%
Gillespie, IL
2024 average cost:$2,404/mo
2023 average cost:$2,474/mo
Percent change:-2.8%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$3,110/mo
2023 average cost:$3,072/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,259/mo
2023 average cost:$3,168/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Gillespie

Recent reviews for independent living in Gillespie

Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Springfield

4.9
The facility was extremely open and friendly to all family members. The facility worked with us to get my mom acclimated to the place and try different solutions.

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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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Many reviews mention the kindness and attentiveness of the staff at various communities. For example, at Brookdale Creve Coeur, they go above and beyond to make residents and families feel welcome. At Regency Manor, staff members are outgoing and accommodating, and at Crestview Senior Livin ...
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Variety of activities. Activities are a beloved feature throughout multiple reviews, with families praising the wide range of offerings at communities like Brookdale Creve Coeur, Garden Villas North, and Crestview Senior Living. Options include movie nights, outings, crafts, and religious events.
Well-maintained living spaces. Cleanliness and upkeep are consistent themes in reviews, with residents appreciating the efforts made to maintain both private apartments and common areas. For instance, at The Montvale Senior Living, the bathrooms are pristine, and at Fairwinds - River's Edge, the apartments are kept in goo ...
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Delicious meals and dining experiences. Residents often highlight the quality of the food at their communities, such as at Brookdale Creve Coeur, where the chef accommodates dietary restrictions, and at The Emerson at St. Peters, where the dinning room is a favorite gathering place.
Engaging social atmosphere. Living in a senior community also means making new friends, as noted in many reviews. Communities like Fairwinds - River's Edge and Regency Manor offer opportunities for residents to socialize and connect with one another, making for a warm and welcoming environment.
Thoughtful accommodations for residents. Many communities cater to the unique needs of their residents, with features like 24/7 staff availability, remodeled units, and on-site services making life easier and more comfortable. For instance, at The Sarah Community, staff members are always available, and at The Village at Riverwood, ...
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Gillespie independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gillespie independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gillespie, 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 Gillespie 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 Gillespie 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
25.3%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.9%
34.8%
No sugar
No sugar
27.3%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.3%
33.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Gillespie 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 Gillespie communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
22.9%
36.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.1%
43.8%
Room service
Room service
28.9%
37.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.7%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gillespie 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 Gillespie offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
39.4%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.3%
28.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.7%
33.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
43.8%
47.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.2%
49.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.4%
54.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.2%
43.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30.1%
38.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.7%
42.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
39.8%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
27.3%
33.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.7%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.3%
46.8%
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