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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Nekoma, IL

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The cost of independent living in Nekoma is about $2,989 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 128 options.

Read 922 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. You may also consider nearby communities such as Galesburg, Geneseo and Kewanee.

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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.
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Great community! My mother loves it here. I would rate this community a five just for the people alone. The staff has been incredibly helpful through the entire process from the tour to move-in and beyond....
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Leisure Acres senior housing is located in serene and beautiful Washington, Tazewell County, IL. For most seniors finding a place to retire that is clean and safe is a top concern. The Washington area has a variety of different things to offer and is just right for a senior who is looking for...
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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.
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Cost of independent living in Nekoma, IL

The average cost of senior living in Nekoma is $2,989 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include La Fayette, IL with an average of $2,492 per month.

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

Nekoma, IL
$2,989/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$6,808/mo
Independent Living
$2,989/mo

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

Studio
$2,412/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,108/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,956/mo

Senior living costs in Nekoma 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: Nekoma, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeNekoma, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$2,989/mo$3,342/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,363/mo$6,329/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,808/mo$7,681/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Nekoma, IL:$2,989/mo
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Nekoma, IL:$5,363/mo
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Nekoma, IL:$6,808/mo
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Nekoma, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Nekoma 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 average 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
Nekoma, IL$3,111/mo$2,977/mo+4.5%
Illinois$3,116/mo$3,021/mo+3.1%
National$3,359/mo$3,243/mo+3.6%
Nekoma, IL
2024 average cost:$3,111/mo
2023 average cost:$2,977/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$3,116/mo
2023 average cost:$3,021/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$3,359/mo
2023 average cost:$3,243/mo
Percent change:+3.6%
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Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Nekoma

Recent reviews for independent living in Nekoma

Gateway at River City in Peoria, IL

5.0
I absolutely love it here at Gateway. There are lots of activities, food is good, most residents are real nice and easy to get along with. The staff is wonderful. I’m friends with many residents who are awesome. Definitely worth living here.

EverTrue Lutheran Hillside Village in Peoria, IL

4.8
I have lived at LHV for 18 months. I was becoming familiar with the routines and activities when they were curtailed by the pandemic. Since that time The staff and administration have devoted themselves to the residents safety, health and comfort. Fellow residents are friendly and concerned ...
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Red Oak Memory Care in Canton, IL

4.6
I would recommend this facility to others. The nurses are exceptional, down to the kitchen staff. Laundry could use some improvement.

Nekoma independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Nekoma independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Nekoma, 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 Nekoma 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 Nekoma 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
10.2%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.1%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.5%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.7%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Nekoma 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 Nekoma communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Nekoma, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.4%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.9%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
11.7%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.3%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Nekoma 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 Nekoma offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
27.3%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.8%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.9%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.1%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.2%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.1%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.8%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.8%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
25%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
13.3%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.8%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.4%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookstone of Aledo, Holiday Palmer Hills and The Fountains are the top-rated independent living facilities near Nekoma, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 128 independent living facilities near Nekoma, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Nekoma, Illinois are Brookstone of Aledo and Holiday Palmer Hills. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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