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The cost of independent living in Lee Center is about $3,814 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 103 options. Read 1072 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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It's fine. It's big. There's a lot of room. I like the food. The company I have I like real well. People who want to live in a place like this- It's a darn good place to live.
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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.
Independence Village was established with the intent to provide seniors with an opportunity to enjoy their retirement years to the fullest. We included all the comforts of home and replaced the worries of homeownership with a carefree lifestyle full of activities and new friends. Seniors who call...
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My mother was a resident at Lincolnshire for three months . The facility has a terrific director that is active in all phases of operation. She insures a safe, clean & loving environment for your loved one....
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.
Lincolnshire Place Lincolnshire Place in Loves Park, Winnebago County, Illinois is a multi-faceted assisted living community with a complete love of sports. Loves Park is a wonderful small town with a family oriented atmosphere. It is a typical suburb but still a very quaint place to settle down...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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: 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, 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.
Like us on Facebook! Welcome to Courtyard Estates of Bradford, the area's premiere assisted living community. At Courtyard Estates, our goal is to provide professional, compassionate services for the older adults while promoting independence, which allows our tenants to maintain or improve their...
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The staff at the Constitution House is very friendly and always courteous. One of the deciding factors for choosing the Constitution House was their monthly rent is tied to social security income. This was...
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.
Constitution House is part of Franciscan Ministries, Inc. We provide affordable housing for low income for those 62 and older, or 55 and older with a disability. We are conveniently located in Aurora, minutes south of Interstate 88. We are within walking distance of Wal-Mart and Walgreen’s and...
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: 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.
Village Cooperative of Clinton, IA There is an exciting new senior independent living option available in Clinton! The Village Cooperative of Clinton will be located in northwest part of the city. The cooperative will consist of 44 new homes. Residents will have the choice of expertly designed...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
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, 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.
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 Brant at Oswego is located in Oswego, IL and our community offers the feeling we all desire in a home. It’s welcoming, caring, and beautifully kept all within a luxury setting. Nestled in Kendall County, you’ll find attractions such as Keller’s Farm Stand, Fox Valley Winery, Hudson Crossing...
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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There were lots of nurses on staff but it was costing a lot of money. There were so many people that if my dad was in the sitting area it would be wall to wall people so that you couldn't hardly get a...
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.
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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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.
We began our quest into senior living because of our love for our beloved mother, Mary Bickford, whose needs became too great for us to manage. As we researched senior living options, we were shocked at our findings. The options offered too much or too little — none met her needs and...
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Great place for non active seniors as it lacks active activities. Lack of management and maintenance staff for several months was/is disappointing. Good location for stores and restaurants, many within...
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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.
Anderson Farms Apartments is nestled in the countryside and offers a quiet, peaceful setting. At Anderson Farms Apartments, you can enjoy the fresh country air while taking a stroll or tending to your own gardening bed. Or just relax and enjoy the views. Located in Montgomery, Illinois, Anderson...
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.
Evergreen Place offers worry-free living, where independence thrives and compassionate care is always nearby. Our beautiful campus offers lovely supportive living options. We welcome you to learn more and visit our community of care, where friendships flourish and families find peace of mind....
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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Several years ago, my husband and I knew that it would be time to move to a supportive living environment. Being a nurse, I did much research and we eventually decided on the Holmstad. One of the most...
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.
A nationally accredited continuing care retirement community with a 38-acre parklike setting, The Holmstad reflects its scenic Fox River Valley location. We offer a residential style for every aspect of retirement.Residential styles availableDuplex, cottage, studio, one- or two-bedroom apartment...
Cost of independent living in Lee Center, IL
The average cost of senior living in Lee Center is $3,814 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include La Moille, IL with an average of $3,060 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lee Center, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lee Center, IL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lee Center vs. other types of senior living
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What families are saying about independent living in Lee Center
Recent reviews for independent living in Lee Center
Heritage Woods of Belvidere
5.0
I am very content living at Heritage Woods. My apartment is very comfortable and convenient. The nurses and CNAs are very attentive and convenient. The food is good and I may also eat in my room if I so desire. There are activities every day. Also a small store 2 days a week.
Anam Care of Rockford
5.0
The community is small, well staffed. They really understand of the needs of residents with memory issues. When I visit my loved one it is just like coming to nice homey living room.
The Reserve of Geneva
5.0
Dad lived here and had many wonderful friends! I am so thankful for the wonderful people he met and experiences he had here. The management helped to get a new occupant into his home quicker than expected (probably because he had granite counter-tops) and we got his entrance fee returned which ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and efficiency of the staff at various communities, such as Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village and Peterson Meadows, making residents and their families feel welcome and well-cared for.
Delicious and diverse meals. The quality of food is a common theme in many reviews, with residents at communities like TLC Living Community, Fairhaven Christian Retirement, and Morning Star Village expressing satisfaction with the variety and taste of the meals provided.
Engaging and inclusive activities. Residents enjoy the range of activities offered in communities, such as singing, gardening, and social events, which help keep them active and engaged, as mentioned in reviews for TLC Living Community, Fairhaven Christian Retirement, and Carriage Oaks.
Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews consistently highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the living spaces in communities, including private rooms and common areas, as noted in reviews for Independence Village Rockford, Plum Landing Retirement Community, and Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village.
Supportive and caring community atmosphere. Many reviews express appreciation for the sense of community and support among residents and staff, with residents at Independence Village Rockford, Fairhaven Christian Retirement, and Carriage Oaks feeling valued and cared for in their new homes.
Accessible and convenient location. Residents and their families often mention the ease of access to amenities and services, as well as the proximity to loved ones and familiar places, as reasons for choosing communities like Peterson Meadows, Independence Village Rockford, and Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village.
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Lee Center independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lee Center independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lee Center, 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 Lee Center 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 Lee Center 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
27.4%
20.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.3%
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No sugar
No sugar
21.1%
30.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Lee Center 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 Lee Center communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
17.9%
35.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.1%
42.9%
Room service
Room service
22.1%
36.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lee Center 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 Lee Center offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
45.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.3%
28%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.2%
32.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.6%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.6%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.8%
53.8%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.2%
42.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.3%
37.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
32.6%
41%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.3%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
49.5%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
18.9%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.2%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions
TLC Living Community, Fairhaven Christian Retirement and Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lee Center, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 103 independent living facilities near Lee Center, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Lee Center, Illinois is TLC Living Community. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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