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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Oldtown, IL

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The average monthly cost of Independent Living in Illinois is $3,342, according to A Place for Mom’s proprietary data. This can serve as a helpful benchmark for what families in the Oldtown area can expect to pay. Pricing may vary based on the community’s location, your loved one’s care needs, and any additional services or amenities.

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The staff at this community are friendly and helpful. She loves the food and they keep the community clean. They offer daily activities. I would have to say the administration is a two. If the nurses need...
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.
Carbondale, Illinois is known for its community celebrations. Prairie Living at Chautauqua is an assisted living community whose residents have abundant opportunities for activities and community involvement, as well as a variety of religious and spiritual options. Known as 'Town of Poets' due to...
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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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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
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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 Heritage Woods of McLeansboro IL, we boast ourselves as the affordable assisted living offering a really wonderful environment for any senior citizen that is in need. At Heritage Woods we offer a great deal of care for your loved one that you have found needs an assisted living community....
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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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We just moved my mom in here. It's really good so far. We like it because it's close by for one thing. It's not quite as nice as were she was but it's more affordable. They have lots of activities. They have...
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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Sharing attributes of W B SANDERS: 1) Community Areas. For example: TV and nice furnishing to sit on and enjoy watching TV alone or with others. 2) Security. Which I found to be quite ...
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: 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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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.
Finding the right place for your loved one doesn't have to a difficult decision with options like New Haven - Kevil so look no further. New Haven - Kevil, located in Kevil, KY is an assisted living facility that takes a more comprehensive approach to providing the very best care for your loved...
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They took very good care of my father at New Haven Assisted Living, and they advocated for him when he had challenges. There was one employee that got a little too friendly with him and gave him her...
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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.
Located in the beautiful town of Marion in Kentucky, New Haven Assisted Living is the best choice as the new home for your loved one. Known for our home-like atmosphere and high staff to resident ratio, we pride ourselves on offering the best possible care and attention for your family member. ...
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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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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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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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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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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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My loved one was previously a resident at River's Bend Retirement Community and overall his experience at this facility was good. The cleanliness and friendliness were good. The care services were okay....
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Cost of independent living in Oldtown, IL

The average cost of senior living in Illinois is $3,342 per month as compared to $3,520 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Illinois vs. national costs

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Column communityType: Community type
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeIllinoisU.S.Cost difference
Independent Living$3,342/mo$3,520/mo5.1% below national median
Assisted Living$6,329/mo$5,830/mo8.6% above national median
Memory Care$7,681/mo$6,999/mo9.7% above national median
Independent Living
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:5.1% below national median
Assisted Living
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:8.6% above national median
Memory Care
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:9.7% above national median
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What families are saying about independent living in Oldtown

Recent reviews for independent living in Oldtown

Brookstone of Harrisburg

5.0
Everything is going quite well for my mom at Brookstone! The facility is well maintained and the staff are doing a great job with my mom. The food is also just fine for her. Overall, we are very pleased with her stay!

Fifth Season Residential in Marion, IL

4.8
We picked this community, because the situation called for someplace close to home.[name removed] at A Place for Mom mentioned Fifth Seasons in Benton and helped us connect with the right person to set up a tour. Mom loved it. People in Benton spoke highly of the facility It's a very friendly ...
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Fifth Season Residential in Benton, IL

4.6
The staff is very friendly and helpful.

Oldtown independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oldtown independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oldtown, 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 Oldtown 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 Oldtown 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
21.4%
21.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.4%
35.6%
No sugar
No sugar
21.4%
31.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.9%
34.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.1%
11.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Oldtown 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 Oldtown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Oldtown, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
37.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31%
44.7%
Room service
Room service
26.2%
38%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oldtown 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 Oldtown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.5%
29.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19%
34%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.1%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.1%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.2%
39.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.2%
42.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.1%
48.2%
Live performances
Live performances
38.1%
47.9%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
34.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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40.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Villas of Holly Brook Herrin, Holiday Lone Oak and Gaither at West Park are the top-rated independent living facilities near Oldtown, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 52 independent living facilities near Oldtown, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Oldtown, Illinois are Villas of Holly Brook Herrin and Holiday Lone Oak. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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