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The cost of independent living in Ruma is about $3,659 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 239 options.

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Photo of The Oasis at Hartman Lakes
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This is a beautiful place to call home! I love it here. The staff are kind helpful and gracious. Facilities is beautiful, well kept with lots of amenities and fun things to do.
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 Oasis At Hartman Lakes is a brand-new, completely active living resort community in Shiloh, Illinois. The Oasis will be 4 story, 55+ & wiser midrise building that will be completed and ready for you to call home in July 2024. We will have 1 & 2 bedroom apartments with modern finishes such as...
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They have done extra for my dad related to meals. They look out for him more than they have to and do a good job of calling my sister when issues arise that need addressed
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
Regency Manor is pleased to offer the 55+ community a new option for independent living. Privately owned and conveniently located in O’Fallon, IL, near I-64, we offer spacious studio and one-bedroom apartments. All utilities, including secured WiFi, cable, and phone are included with your rent! ...
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My mother is extremely happy to be there and so are my sister and I. There are plenty of activities for the residents to participate in. We go to the family dinner once a month. The food and the company is...
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 to The Villas at St. James, an independent and assisted living community located in the serene, rural setting of Breese, Illinois. Proudly serving Clinton County since 2004, our community offers an ideal living environment for active seniors who value independence while having access...
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99 Photos available
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9.9
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Garden Villas is a great place to reside. The staff are friendly, professional and helpful. Activities are great the food is good. The place is always clean. Mom shares a room they each have their own...
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.
Garden Villas South Luxury Retirement and Assisted Living Community continues the grand tradition of excellence established by the Delmar Gardens Family in 1965. Based in St. Louis and owned by the same local family for over 55 years, everything we do is founded upon a unique philosophy of love,...
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Based on what my sister-in-law says, 4. She seems happy at Creek Valley. The staff is friendly. My sister-in-law is participating in events, which is what we hoped. Overall, it's been a good experience....
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.
Creek Valley, the luxurious Resort Lifestyle Community, is currently under construction on Manchester Road in Ellisville. We look forward to opening brand new during the Spring of 2021! Creek Valley will offer all of the comforts and conveniences of modern-day living that allow you to enjoy your...
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I’ve lived here about 9 months now, and the staff is incredible and very professional. Everybody loves my dog,[Name Removed]. When I first came here, I had an apt picked out on the second floor and one...
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.
Life is an Invitation .... Enjoy Yours!Conveniently located in Crestwood, MO. Crestview offers Luxury Living at an affordable month to month price. Choose from studio, one bedroom, and two bedroom apartment homes. Crestview's quiet neighborhood is within minutes of Grants Farm and Grants Trail....
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I would rate Keystone a 4 out of 5. I feel that the nurses and aides truly make an effort to keep my mom comfortable and well cared for. Whenever I have a question or concern, the nurses are very 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.
Wherever you are on your path, Keystone Place at Magnolia Commons will offer the lifestyle to support you in your goals and passions.Make the most of the freedom you’ve earned with maintenance-free Independent Living.For an extra level of help to live your day your way, we, of course, offer...
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What a fantastic place to live. We have no concerns or worries about our move here. It already feels like home. The staff made it easy to move here. They were prepared for the day we moved here from the...
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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They were very easy to deal with, welcoming, attentive to our needs and accommodating. Mom is going there again next week for 10 days and we have no hesitation. Their prices are reasonable too
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.
About the community:Garden Villas Luxury Retirement and Assisted Living Community continues the grand tradition of excellence established by the Delmar Gardens Family in 1965. Based in St. Louis and owned by the same local family for over 55 years, everything we do is founded upon a unique...
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The staff is great. Food. Choices are good. We visit almost everyday to get to know everyone and share mom's schedule and what she likes. She seems very acclimated after one month Glad she is being g well...
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.
If you're looking for an assisted living option other than the traditional nursing home, Sunrise on Chesterfield is a great choice. We offer a range of individualized assistance and care—from light support to care that addresses more complex needs—in a setting that feels like home.Guided by our...
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Photo of The Atrium of Belleville
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9.6
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I’m very pleased with the experience. The two-bedroom accommodations are comfortable, and there is a good schedule of activities for residents to enjoy. The staff are very caring and attentive. The...
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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.
At The Atrium of Belleville, you can live the life you want to. Enjoy the delicious all-inclusive dining, a wealth of life enrichment activities and the freedom to explore your interests. Our amenities and concierge services are designed to enhance your life each and every day. If you’re looking...
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I would have said lower but they really stepped up near the end when my mom was in a rapid decline. Prior to that we were only marginally satisfied with the care she was receiving. It was almost like they...
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 welcome new residents! Please contact us to schedule a tour and find out about our special pricing incentive.Westview at Ellisville is the premier senior living community in Ellisville, Missouri. We offer, assisted living and Dementia / Memory Care. Opened in the summer of 2012.We know how...
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The staff are very helpful and take great care of my mother-in-law most of the time. They offered daily activities whether she wants to participate or not, they tried to encourage her. The food appears to be...
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.
If you're looking for an assisted living option other than the traditional nursing home, Sunrise of Des Peres is a great choice. We offer a range of individualized assistance and care—from light support to care that addresses more complex needs—in a setting that feels like home.Guided by our...
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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.
Orchid Terrace provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located on beautiful grounds in a quiet corner of St. Louis, you'll be charmed by the elegance of our facilities and the convenience of living in the heart of it all. We're just minutes from shopping,...
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Things have been crazy there for the past few months but a new manager is bringing things around again. The food has always been great! So no complaints there. They are redoing the interior and it looks nice...
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.
Briarcrest Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Situated on beautiful grounds of Ballwin, a peaceful suburb of St. Louis, you'll love the graceful elegance of our facilities while enjoying the conveniences of the city. We're just minutes from...
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I love the look and feel of the building, consonant with its age and style. My light-filled apartment has high ceilings and big windows, a full kitchen, and its own furnace, air conditioning and...
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.
The Rockwood is a historic building in Old Webster Groves, Missouri from the 1928 era and was renovated in 2007, however each year, our owners complete projects to keep current with seniors' wants and needs. Our staff has combined 50 years in senior care and senior living. We are not part of a...
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We have overall had a great experience with my mom & dad. The majority of the staff is very good, with only an exception or two. Dad loves the therapy room, and utilizes the exercise bike. The apartment has...
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 O'Fallon, a prime location just off US Highway 50 puts the best of O'Fallon, Illinois within easy reach. Our community offers assisted living and memory care for those living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia. On-site physical, occupational, and speech therapy...
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The managing staff is very kind and caring, thoughtful, and do take good care of us. Any help we need they will do it willingly. The atmosphere of hair is warm and welcoming. We have a lot of activities...
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.
Solstice Senior Living at Fenton is an intimate, engaging community that provides our residents with topnotch amenities and dedicated assistance for every need. Our close-knit, safe community and comfortable amenities make Solstice Senior Living at Fenton the perfect “home, sweet home.”...
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My cousin has thoroughly enjoyed living at St. Catherine's. The people are so very friendly and the facility is always well-kept. St. Catherine's was a great find. I would recommend it to anyone looking for...
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.
If you are ready to enjoy the simple pleasures of worry-free apartment living, St. Catherine Retirement Community is here to welcome you. Located in the heart of Florissant, St. Catherine is just a few blocks from shopping, restaurants, churches, medical facilities and the Eagan Senior Center....
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Step mom seems genuinely happy a few negative comments about the food being bland that's probably because I'm sure the salt is less. Otherwise nothing bad.
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 Autumn View Gardens Assisted Living, our residents maintain their independence with an all-inclusive cost as needs increase. Lush landscapes and lovely views provide privacy with supportive staff nearby. Autumn View is a faith-based nonprofit organization. Across all our communities, faith is...
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Everyone is so friendly. The experience for our Dad has been wonderful. It took a little while for his motorized chair to be delivered and everyone was so helpful with getting his package to him. On one...
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.
Nestled in 200 acres of a certified National Wildlife Refuge, Benedictine Living-At The Shrine, is a faith-based, continuing care community dedicated to the pursuit of active retirement living and wellness in body, mind and spirit. The campus offers independent living, assisted living and...
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The facility is always clean. Great options for meals. The staff is helpful and kind and know the residents on a first name basis. There have been some delayed response times when resident needs assistance,...
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 Farmington, 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 Farmington, Missouri, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living and memory...
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5 for all categories! This place is amazing! My parents were here for 3 weeks for a respite stay while their house was being worked on. I am SO impressed with the level of attention, care, and support they...
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.
Garden Villas North represents the epitome of luxury and elegance, warmth and graciousness in retirement and assisted living. Designed for the active senior who has retired from work but not from life, Garden Villas North offers a carefree lifestyle with world class services and...
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Clean and very sufficient space. Staff are very friendly and helpful. Residents appear happy and engaged. Sister in law has been quite happy and is very hard to please especially when it comes to food. The...
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.
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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Nice to see improvements in decor & outside of bldg. More people staff needs more acknowledgement & recognition for how good they 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.

Cost of independent living in Ruma, IL

The average cost of senior living in Ruma is $3,659 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Du Quoin, IL with an average of $3,156 per month.

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

Ruma, IL
$3,659/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$6,603/mo
Independent Living
$3,659/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,018/mo
Studio
$2,875/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,541/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,432/mo

Senior living costs in Ruma 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: Ruma, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeRuma, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,659/mo$3,342/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,444/mo$6,329/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,603/mo$7,681/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Ruma, IL:$3,659/mo
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Ruma, IL:$5,444/mo
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Ruma, IL:$6,603/mo
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Ruma, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Ruma 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
Ruma, IL$3,487/mo$3,345/mo+4.3%
Illinois$3,221/mo$3,061/mo+5.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Ruma, IL
2024 average cost:$3,487/mo
2023 average cost:$3,345/mo
Percent change:+4.3%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$3,221/mo
2023 average cost:$3,061/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Ruma

Recent reviews for independent living in Ruma

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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Veronica Place in Florissant, MO

5.0
this is a first class place. excellent for the amount you pay. the only complaint is the consistency of the food quality. it all depends on who is cooking from day to day

Ruma independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ruma independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ruma, 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 Ruma 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 Ruma partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Ruma, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.1%
21.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
25.9%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.9%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.2%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Ruma 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 Ruma communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ruma, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
26.4%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.7%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
31.8%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.8%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ruma 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 Ruma offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ruma, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
40.2%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.4%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.8%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.8%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.2%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.1%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.4%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.1%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.6%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
41%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
27.6%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
32.2%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.7%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Oasis at Hartman Lakes, Regency Manor and Villas at St. James are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ruma, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 239 independent living facilities near Ruma, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Ruma, Illinois are Villas at St. James, Crestview Senior Living and Clarendale Clayton. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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