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The cost of independent living in Shelbyville is about $4,013 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 66 options. Read 373 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 Brookstone Estates Tuscola
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44 Floor plans available
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Mom has a really nice apartment that's very comfortable for her. She's not a real sociable person but she does have friends there.
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.
Good Neighbor Care carries on the Brookstone tradition, providing a senior care program that supports individual freedom and promotes the dignity of each resident. Brookstone communities are all nestled in small Illinois towns of 10,000 to 20,000 residents where families can feel satisfied their...
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I've lived here 7 years. With every place there are ups and downs, but we are experiencing a major down right now. The building is supposed to be locked after office hours and any resident leaving has a fob...
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.
Senior, 55+ Years or Older,Section 8 & Tax Credit PropertyRent Based On IncomeIncome Limit Restrictions ApplyFloor Plan1 Bedroom, 1 BathAmenities and FeaturesAppliances IncludedBarber ShopCommunity RoomGazeboLaundry FacilityLibraryOff-Street ParkingEqual Housing Opportunity.
Photo of Arbor Rose of Monticello
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The main reason we chose Arbor Rose of Monicello was because of the family atmosphere. I would tell others looking into any facility to make sure and look for the care that is received, and not just all of...
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.
Photo of Monticello Villas of Holly Brook
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Overall I think they did a pretty good job. They did what they said they were going to do for my loved one. They were good about calling and following up with us if anything came up. He didn't really care...
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.
Photo of The Oaks Manor
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At The Oaks, there is not a nurse on staff. So family members have to ensure that pill boxes are filled. You will want to have multiple pill boxes in the event you live many miles away. They are quaint 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.
The Oaks Manor was built in 2008, by and for the community by local business professionals. You will receive high-quality support when dealing with life’s many challenges. Your safety and security is our first goal followed closely by our goals to meet all your expectations, so you can live in...
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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.
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The staff is super nice and very helpful. The room sizes are good. Perhaps a few more activities for those who are more mobile.
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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I can't say enough good things about this assisted living facility. The staff are genuinely caring and attentive, always going above and beyond to make sure residents feel comfortable and supported. The food...
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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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.
Photo of Hickory Estates of Pana
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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Photo of Courtyard Estates of Sullivan
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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.
Courtyard Estates of Sullivan is a modern, beautiful assisted living community located in the residential neighborhood of Sullivan, Illinois. You'll enjoy our incredible spaces indoors while also spending plenty of time on our outdoor paths and patios or even under the gazebo. And, when you do...
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Provides: Independent Living
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.
Photo of Mattoon Tower
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.
Mattoon Tower is an affordable senior housing apartment complex for seniors 55 and older located in Mattoon, Coles County, Illinois. Mattoon Tower is located with easy access to nearby shopping centers, medical facilities, and public transportation. At Mattoon Tower, our loved ones maintain their...
Photo of Life's Journey Senior Living - Estates
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.
Our 12 studio apartment home offers a wide range of services for those looking to maintain their independence in a close knit community. We offer a safe and secure environment for active, independent seniors. Our amenities range from personalized apartments to restaurant quality meals. The...
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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.
Photo of Evergreen Place Decatur
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.
Photo of Belvediere Center Plaza
Provides: Independent Living
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.
Photo of Orlando Apartments
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.
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Provides: Independent Living
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.
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.
Photo of Arbor Rose of Arcola
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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.
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.
Spring Creek Towers is an independent senior housing community situated in the peaceful city of Decatur, Macon County, IL. Spring Creek community is situated in a leafy green suburb that gives our residents the peace of mind they deserve. Discover a haven of convenience and comfort awaiting you...
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Photo of Oxford House
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.
The Oxford House, located in Decatur, IL is a controlled access Senior Living Community. The community features wheelchair access, elevator and laundry facility. Most apartments have air conditioning, refrigerator, carpet and water, trash and sewer utilities are included.
Photo of The Woods Apartments
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 Woods Apartments are one bedroom, HUD subsidized for 62 years and older or persons handicapped or disabled. We are located at the northeast corner of Decatur. We have 57 apartments under one roof.Water and trash pick-up are provided. Pets under 24 pounds welcomed (with small pet deposit).

Cost of independent living in Shelbyville, IL

The average cost of senior living in Shelbyville is $4,013 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Macon, IL with an average of $3,263 per month.

Independent living costs in Shelbyville, IL, vs. nearby cities

Shelbyville, IL
$4,013/mo
$4,024/mo

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

Shelbyville, IL
$4,013/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

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

$4,934/mo
Independent Living
$4,013/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,165/mo
Studio
$4,646/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,298/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,413/mo

Senior living costs in Shelbyville 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: Shelbyville, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShelbyville, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$4,013/mo$4,453/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,240/mo$5,370/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,934/mo$5,390/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Shelbyville, IL:$4,013/mo
Illinois:$4,453/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Shelbyville, IL:$4,240/mo
Illinois:$5,370/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Shelbyville, IL:$4,934/mo
Illinois:$5,390/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in Shelbyville, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Shelbyville 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 median 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
Shelbyville, IL$3,137/mo$2,620/mo+19.7%
Illinois$2,643/mo$2,677/mo-1.3%
National$2,798/mo$2,798/mo0.0%
Shelbyville, IL
2024 average cost:$3,137/mo
2023 average cost:$2,620/mo
Percent change:+19.7%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$2,643/mo
2023 average cost:$2,677/mo
Percent change:-1.3%
National
2024 average cost:$2,798/mo
2023 average cost:$2,798/mo
Percent change:0.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Shelbyville

Recent reviews for independent living in Shelbyville

The Oaks Manor in Oakland, IL

5.0
We initially feared Mom would not like being in assisted living, but she absolutely loves it at the Oaks Manor. When we do get her out for the day she is always ready to get back. She always mentions how safe she feels being there. The employees go way above and beyond what is expected and ...
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Heritage Woods of Charleston

4.9
I have lived here for about a year and a half. I have enjoyed it immensely. Very friendly people live and work here. I recommend it for people 65 years old and older. We get three meals a day plus snacks. We get activities that are great. We have exercise programs for 45 minutes at least 2 times ...
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Randall Residence of Decatur

5.0
Everything is wonderful and clean at this community. The staff are very nice and attentive to my aunt and especially in her time of need after losing her dog. My aunt is adjusting well and has gained 10 pounds since staying with the community. My aunt loves the meals provided, she reads me the ...
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Shelbyville independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shelbyville independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shelbyville, 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 Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shelbyville, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
27.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
27.9%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
26.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.8%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.9%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shelbyville, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
4.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.7%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
24.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shelbyville, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
29.5%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.3%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.7%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.3%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.5%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.7%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.5%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
41%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
24.6%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41%
46.4%
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Villas of Holly Brook Shelbyville, The Carriages of Rochester and Carriage Crossing Senior Living of Arcola are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shelbyville, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 66 independent living facilities near Shelbyville, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Shelbyville, Illinois are Carriage Crossing Senior Living of Arcola, The Glenwood Supportive Living of Greenville and Villas of Holly Brook Newton. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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