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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Highland, IL

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The cost of independent living in Highland is about $4,189 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 11 options. Read 73 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 Cedarhurst of Highland
1010 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
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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.
We are committed to delivering quality care and maintaining residents’ independence while offering safety, support and a carefree lifestyle. Cedarhurst of Highland offers 51 Assisted Living apartments and 5 Memory Care, all on a one-level floorplan designed to combine the comforts and feeling of...
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Photo of Charter Senior Living of Shiloh
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33 Floor plans available
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31 reviews
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5 stars for all - although I would prefer to be paying less. The facility is very clean and friendly. Room sizes are adequate - though they could use more outlets.
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.
You or your loved one will find a comfortable, homelike atmosphere at Charter Senior Living of Shiloh, located in Shiloh, IL.Our residents enjoy privacy, security, and a quiet lifestyle with all the comforts and conveniences of home. Our staff provides additional care, always preserving their...
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Photo of Villas at St. James
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Our family is very happy to have grandpa at The Villas at St. James. He didn’t want to leave his home but [name removed] made him feel comfortable. He sits with “the guys” and enjoys meal times. They take...
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.
WELCOME HOME. Located in rural, serene Breese, Illinois, The Villas at St. James is an independent & assisted-living community for seniors that has been serving Clinton County since 2004. We provide the ideal living arrangement for independent, active seniors who want to be healthy and happy...
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28 reviews
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I would highly recommend this facility to anyone that is looking for a place to live as well as I would consider living there myself if I was at this stage in my life.Food is good, staff is excellent and...
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.
You or your loved one will find a comfortable, homelike atmosphere at Charter Senior Living of Troy, a Charter Senior Living Community. Our residents are free from the cares of chores and other daily stresses. Our staff is available 24 hours a day to assist with your needs. Always preserving your...
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66 Floor plans available
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The staff has done a great job caring for my husband. However, over a 2 year period, the rent increased approximately 30%. I do not believe this is all attributed to inflation as the letter from management...
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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Photo of Cambridge House of Maryville
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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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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.
Retirement at it's best! Retirement means living an active, easy life in an independent retirement community that feels like family. Residents share three family-style meals each day with friends that they have made with other retired residents. The reasonably-priced apartments provide warm,...
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: 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.
Cedars of LebanonCedars of Lebanon is a senior housing community located in the peaceful and historic city of Lebanon, St. Clair County, Illinois, just less than 30 minutes from downtown St. Louis Missouri. Our scenic community sits on a stunning landscape bounded by the soothing scenery of...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, Senior Apartments
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in Highland, IL

The average cost of senior living in Highland is $4,189 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Troy, IL with an average of $3,527 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Highland, IL vs. nearby cities

Highland, IL
$4,189/mo
$4,152/mo
$3,812/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Highland, IL vs. the state and national average

Highland, IL
$4,189/mo
U.S. national average
$4,024/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Highland vs. other types of senior living

$4,858/mo
Independent Living
$4,189/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Highland, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$6,000/mo
Studio
$5,148/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,469/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,241/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Highland

Recent reviews for independent living in Highland

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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Keystone Place at Richland Creek in O'Fallon, IL

5.0
So happy with Keystone!! It is the best independent living, assisted living, and memory I have seen in the area. The facility is just beautiful, and there is so much to do. But it is the quality of the people who work there and take care of your loved one who make the difference. There is so ...
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Knollwood Retirement Community in Caseyville, IL

4.7
The community is friendly and very clean. It depends on what you're looking for for your loved one. I would recommend you look at the community. The food is currently being delivered to the residents' rooms, as the community is waiting to open the dining room until the state says they ...
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Highland independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Highland independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Highland, 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 Highland 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 Highland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Highland, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
19.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
33%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
30.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
32.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Highland 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 Highland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Highland, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30%
35.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42%
Room service
Room service
40%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
16.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Highland 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 Highland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Highland, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
60%
43.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
30%
27.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
31.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
70%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
70%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
40.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
45.7%
Dances
Dances
30%
31.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
38.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50%
45.6%
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Charter Senior Living of Shiloh, Regency Manor and Villas at St. James are the top-rated independent living facilities near Highland, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 11 independent living facilities near Highland, Illinois. See the full list.

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