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The cost of independent living in Shirland is about $3,489 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 276 options.

Read 3360 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 Rockford, Janesville and Monroe.

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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.
Inspiration Ministries is an assisted living community for people with disability. Located in Walworth, WI, the village of Walworth is in Walworth County and home to about 2,800 people. Walworth is a small town that's on Lake Geneva with 40-acres of beautiful trails and paths. Residents can go...
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My mother moved to Harmony 4 months ago. Teresa has gotten her involved with Bingo, word game, balloon volleyball and even some sit and be fit. This has been great for my mother. She walks to all meals and...
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.
Stoughton Meadows Assisted Living is located in its namesake city of Stoughton, which can be found in Dane County, Wisconsin. Located right by the Yahara River, Stoughton takes pride in its strong Norwegian heritage, and love of the arts. Visiting loved ones can explore the many historical...
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We of course, would like the cost a little less, but we understand that is the way things are these days. I would suggest them to check out Kettle Park. Our first year at Kettle Park we've been very pleased.
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.
Welcome to Kettle Park Senior LivingYou will experience the comfort and convenience of home with state of the art amenities and individualized services that are available to meet your lifestyle needs. We offer Independent Plus, Assisted Living and Memory Care services.The Norwegian heritage of...
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Overall it has been pretty good experience so far. Only issues we have had is with the food and activities. On the food, the menu items are unusual sometimes and it is just not that great. They have not...
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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They have had problems keeping a decent cook, so meals are not the best some days. Although the facility is nice, many of the apartments lack outside facing windows, which really impacts their mental health...
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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It was also recommended by a couple of the patients families that were already there. Amazing people there at Beehive. We looked at 4 places for dad. Beehive was chosen due to newer facility, proximity to my...
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 facility is very nice inside and out. The owners and staff are kind patient and helpful with the residents and visiting family. They all are well trained and genuinely caring people. It is very...
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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.
“It is a family corporation that we are proud to be a part of and are extremely excited to build our own BeeHive family in the Village of Oregon.”BeeHive Homes of Oregon is a 16-unit specialized memory care facility that resembles and feels like a residential home. Residents and families can feel...
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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.
Welcome to San Gabriel Assisted Living, Rochelle, Ogle County, Illinois. San Gabriel continues the near 20-year Goldenoak tradition of providing outstanding assisted living services in an elegant, yet home-like environment. Our 46-unit apartment facility will offer the ideal senior living setting...
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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.
Wellington Place at Fort Atkinson is a friendly assisted living community with a legacy of excellence in senior care. Independence and quality of life a are always promoted and caring, professional staff are nearby to help with activities of daily living, ensuring the comfort and safety of our...
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Amazing experience thanks for all the help
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.
**Income Restricted Senior Community**We have available 1 and 2 Bedroom Apartment Homes. Maintenance Free!Friendly staff and management.
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This is an incredible facility. The care received here is the best. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. A very calming place to be.
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.
For residents who cherish their independence but also need assistance with daily activities, Our House Senior Living Cambridge Assisted Care is the optimal lifestyle choice for assisted care. We provide a comfortable, caring and family-like atmosphere with three home-cooked meals a day (plus...
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I am a PT and have worked in many care facilities in my career. Never before have I experienced the level of care and concern for a resident as I did with my Mom. Always pleasant, always professional and...
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.
Our beautiful Cambridge Assisted Living Facility is crafted in warm earthy colors in a beautiful Prairie style charm. This location has unique features like an on-site chef, in-house beauty salon, remote patient monitoring and security system, and the latest in assisted living technology.Home...
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McFarland Villa is a really great place. The staff were all very nice and accommodating, and they put up with my loved one. He did not want to live this far away from his friends so he moved. I would...
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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 McFarland Villa Assisted Living, we strive to provide each of our residents a caring, nurturing environment with dignified and respectful services at a special place that they are proud to call 'home'. We understand there is no greater comfort in life than being around people who care. Our...
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I think Courtyard is a clean facility. Food quality, variety and quantity seem to be very good. The staff seems to be good. The activities are many and they seem to make a good effort to get the residents to...
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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.
The Courtyard at Fitchburg consists of two stand-alone communities on our campus. A CBRF Assisted Living and a Memory care. The communities have towering windows overlooking McKee Farms Park which give our residents spectacular nature views and a place to safely take walks. Our memory care...
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The people are really nice at this community. The staff are helpful. Mom likes the food and activities they offer. The community is clean and well maintained inside and out. This community is just the...
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.
For family members, watching a loved one cope with the effects of Alzheimer's or other dementias can be difficult. We want to help. We conduct one-on-one counseling for families, as well as offer family training on redirection of their loved one, and can offer additional resources such as...
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Sylvan Crossings had availability quickly when I was needing to move my loved one. The staff here is very good. They seem to handle his care well if not better than where he was at previously. I would...
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.
We see in each individual their grand potential to live a life of self-respect and integrity. We also strive to lessen your worry as we provide compassionate skilled care that brings a spirit of independence into the life of your loved one. Our priority is to provide the highest level of care...
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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.
Evia Apartments 55+ Adult Community is located in the Prairie Oaks Neighborhood in the town of Verona. Evia Apartments has 36 one and two bedroom apartments for the persons 55 and better. Evia Apartments was built on the promise of independent, carefree living for adults. Please schedule a...
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What we like the most about the Oak Park Place is that it is very welcoming and the staff members are so friendly. My brother is very happy there. He is enjoying the community and other residents who live...
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.
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The staff are very friendly and attentive to the residents. The facility decorates for holidays and has a homey atmosphere. The activity director coordinated a delicious Thanksgiving dinner for the residents...
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.
Quality care and personalized services are the foundation for Hatties Bay Lake Geneva. Independence is encouraged, with highly trained staff on hand to assist in the activities of daily life when challenges arise, all in a setting that provides privacy and dignity for all residents.
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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.
Conveniently located in the heart of Monona, Frost Woods offers quality and luxury at an affordable price. Frost Woods Apartments have one & two bedroom apartment homes. Call today to schedule a tour!
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Generally the support is good. Every now and then there a slips in support and that varies by staff member and staffing levels. Overall I am comfortable we found the best available space in our area. It has...
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.
Within the doors of Heritage Monona, you'll find a warm and gentle community where daily assistance is provided with love and the utmost respect for the personal integrity of our residents. Our compassionate staff has been specially selected and carefully trained to serve with an open heart and a...
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The staff is kind and respectful at Sunset Ridge Memory Care. The housekeeper takes pride in her work and likes talking with the residents. Communication with our family has been great. We requested a care...
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.
Sunset Ridge Memory Care is an assisted living community located in the lovely city of Jefferson, Jefferson County, Wisconsin. Jefferson is located right along the meeting point of the Crawfish and Rock Rivers. This lends to amazing and breathtaking scenery and numerous recreational...
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I've had several relatives and a couple of close friends stay at Sylvan Crossings over the last 25 years, most recently my Mom. Sylvan took great care of all of them. The staff were very caring people, the...
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.
We see in each individual their grand potential to live a life of self-respect and integrity. We also strive to lessen your worry as we provide compassionate skilled care that brings a spirit of independence into the life of your loved one. Our priority is to provide the highest level of care...
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My mother is a resident here. They could get a new activities director because my mother does not get along with her.They need more staff on the weekends. We chose Aster Retirement because they offer...
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 Aster Retirement Communities and its dedicated staff recognize that you make the difference in our lives and we want to make a difference in yours. By dedicating ourselves to our 'mission' to care for you, we create an environment that is a positive way of life for all of our residents. We...
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I moved into Westminster in June 2020. I must say it was the best move I made after selling my house. My sister [name removed] lived at Westminster for 9 years before she passed away in 2016. She absolutely...
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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.
On Madison’s far east side, Westminster 55+ Adult Community is easy to find. One block from the Richmond Hill Neighborhood and minutes from East Towne Mall, Westminster offers one- and two-bedroom apartment homes in a variety of floor plans plus underground parking. Common areas not only include...

Cost of independent living in Shirland, IL

The average cost of senior living in Shirland is $3,489 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Davis, IL with an average of $2,817 per month.

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

Shirland, IL
$3,489/mo
U.S. national average
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Independent living costs in Shirland, IL, vs. other senior living options

$6,304/mo
Independent Living
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Independent living costs in Shirland, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,935/mo
Studio
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1 Bedroom
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2 Bedroom
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Senior living costs in Shirland 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: Shirland, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
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Independent Living$3,489/mo$3,342/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,604/mo$6,329/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,304/mo$7,681/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Shirland, IL:$3,489/mo
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Shirland, IL:$5,604/mo
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Shirland, IL:$6,304/mo
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Shirland, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Shirland 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
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Shirland, IL$3,306/mo$3,115/mo+6.1%
Illinois$2,796/mo$2,885/mo-3.1%
National$3,141/mo$2,998/mo+4.8%
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2024 average cost:$3,306/mo
2023 average cost:$3,115/mo
Percent change:+6.1%
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2024 average cost:$2,796/mo
2023 average cost:$2,885/mo
Percent change:-3.1%
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2024 average cost:$3,141/mo
2023 average cost:$2,998/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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 Shirland

Recent reviews for independent living in Shirland

Hallowstone at Middleton

5.0
Thrilled with the care and attention my Mother received while at this Brookdale. It felt like I was pet of a family! The food is wonderful and I enjoyed that when visiting. They also have fun activities for residents and their family members. Thanks for all you did and I would highly suggest ...
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Shepherd Premier Assisted Living of Harvard

5.0
I am very happy with the care that my mother is getting at this very nice and home feeling community. The staff is wonderful and very attentive. I like that the community is clean. <y mother is really liking the activities and she likes what is offered. We would highly recommend this small ...
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Oakwood Village Prairie Ridge in Madison, WI

4.0
The week day staff is compassionate and well trained and employed by Oakwood. The weekend staff is hired from an agency and the care and compassion is lacking. They are working on fixing this but claim there are not enough people interested in this type of work.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and welcoming staff and residents. Across multiple communities TLC Living Community and Fairhaven Christian Retirement, residents and families express their appreciation for the kindness and approachability of staff members and fellow residents. They mention the warm atmosphere and the sense of community that makes everyone f ...
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Varied activities and entertainment. Reviews for TLC Living Community and Independence Village Rockford highlight the importance of diverse activities, including singers, high school choirs, crafts, and games, which help keep residents engaged, active, and socially connected.
Well-maintained facilities. Residents at Fairhaven Christian Retirement and Independence Village Rockford comment on the cleanliness and upkeep of their living spaces and common areas, giving praise to the maintenance teams for their attention to detail and consistency.
Individualized care and accommodations. At Independence Village Rockford, reviews mention the importance of individualized care, with accommodations made to suit each resident's unique needs and preferences, ensuring a sense of comfort and independence.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Throughout the reviews for TLC Living Community and Independence Village Rockford, residents and their families express their satisfaction with the quality of the food and dining experiences, crediting the chefs for creating enjoyable meals that cater to dietary restrictions and preferences. ...
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Accessible transportation services. Community members at Independence Village Rockford share their positive experiences with the transportation services offered, allowing them to attend activities and appointments outside the community with ease and convenience.
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Shirland independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shirland independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shirland, 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 Shirland 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 Shirland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Low / no sodium
25%
35.7%
No sugar
No sugar
23.6%
32%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
26.1%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.9%
11.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Shirland 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 Shirland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shirland, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
19.2%
37.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.6%
44.8%
Room service
Room service
22.8%
38.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.8%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shirland 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 Shirland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shirland, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
31.9%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
29.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.3%
34.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
45.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38%
50.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
29%
44.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.6%
39.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
43%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
35.1%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
33%
48.1%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
34.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.1%
40.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
34.1%
47.6%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, Clarendale of Algonquin and Quarry Ridge Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Shirland, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 276 independent living facilities near Shirland, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Shirland, Illinois are Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, Clarendale of Algonquin and Quarry Ridge Retirement Community. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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