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The cost of independent living in Tovey is about $3,349 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 142 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 The Carriages of Rochester
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My mom has been at CC for 1 year. She has dementia and when she went she weighed 85 lbs now she eats 3 healthy meals a day and is so happy there. I don't think there is not anything CC would not do for her...
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.
LIVE THE LIFE YOU LOVE!Making the move to senior living is a big decision. Fortunately, changing where you live doesn't mean changing your whole way of life. At The Carriages of Rochester, you'll find all the choices you need to live the life you love.Our welcoming campus features a variety of...
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Helpful staff, great food, staff takes a vested interest in everyone- even upper management. Recreational activities are fun. I would highly recommend to other families.
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 are Chatham's only ALL INCLUSIVE community. We are pet friendly as well. Tours and admissions accepted 7 days per week.
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We chose Brenden Gardens for the facility in that it had individual apartments and included meals. The location is good because it's near the highway making convenient to doctors and hospitals and there is a...
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.
Brenden Gardens is a beautiful, 110-apartment community, offering an active lifestyle for independent living residents. Step inside our doors, and discover charming retirement living with a city flair. Personal touches create a community rich in hospitality and friendship — a community you...
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They are not well versed with dementia patients. Although their brochure stated they were a memory care. They are not. We would recommend this community to residents without dementia
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.
Rochester Estates Senior Living is an assisted living community situated in beautiful Rochester, Sangamon County, Illinois. Located within minutes of the historic Illinois capital of Springfield, Rochester boasts the best of both worlds. Rochester still maintains that small town feel while...
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My dad really enjoys the staff. They are respectful, kind, and attentive. The apartment size is perfect for him. The staff keeps it clean for him, while also doing his laundry once per week.
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.
Eastland is owned and operated by the Moose family of Auburn Illinois. Eastland Retirement Community provides the best of both worlds – the independence residents want with the support they need.Eastland offers a clean and comfortable atmosphere with a caring and friendly staff. Our quiet,...
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Villas of South Park Chatham is a beautiful facility. The staff is caring and responds quickly to my loved one's needs. They offer a lot of activities, although not a lot to his particular interests. The...
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.
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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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Cost of independent living in Tovey, IL

The average cost of senior living in Tovey is $3,349 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mechanicsburg, IL with an average of $3,292 per month.

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

Tovey, IL
$3,349/mo
$3,515/mo
$3,515/mo

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

Tovey, IL
$3,349/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$4,725/mo
Independent Living
$3,349/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,250/mo
Studio
$4,179/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,724/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,628/mo

Senior living costs in Tovey 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: Tovey, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeTovey, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,349/mo$4,453/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$4,725/mo$5,370/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$4,725/mo$5,390/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Tovey, IL:$3,349/mo
Illinois:$4,453/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Tovey, IL:$4,725/mo
Illinois:$5,370/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Tovey, IL:$4,725/mo
Illinois:$5,390/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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Independent living costs in Tovey, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Tovey 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
Tovey, IL$2,763/mo$2,856/mo-3.3%
Illinois$2,873/mo$2,707/mo+6.2%
National$2,867/mo$2,806/mo+2.2%
Tovey, IL
2024 average cost:$2,763/mo
2023 average cost:$2,856/mo
Percent change:-3.3%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$2,873/mo
2023 average cost:$2,707/mo
Percent change:+6.2%
National
2024 average cost:$2,867/mo
2023 average cost:$2,806/mo
Percent change:+2.2%
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What families are saying about independent living in Tovey

Recent reviews for independent living in Tovey

Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Springfield

4.9
The facility was extremely open and friendly to all family members. The facility worked with us to get my mom acclimated to the place and try different solutions.

Eastland Retirement Community in Auburn, IL

5.0
I like this community for the excellent care for my mom. The staff is always active for the care for my mom. The meals are very good with a nice variety. They do offer the residents to get involved with the activities. The environment here is outstanding. We would highly recommend this community ...
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Centennial Pointe Senior Living in Springfield, IL

5.0
Mom is eating good, walking more and enjoys the company. The staff that are there are so loving with the residents. It does seem like they are a little understaffed as I do not think mom is getting checked on as often as she was supposed to. There is a nurse on site all day and night. I have ...
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Tovey independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Tovey independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Tovey, 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 Tovey 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 Tovey 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
57.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
57.1%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
57.1%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Tovey 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 Tovey communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
42.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
71.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
57.1%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
28.6%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Tovey 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 Tovey offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
85.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.1%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
85.7%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
85.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
71.4%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
85.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
85.7%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
57.1%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.4%
46.4%
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The Carriages of Rochester, Villas of Holly Brook Chatham and Brenden Gardens are the top-rated independent living facilities near Tovey, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 8 independent living facilities near Tovey, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Tovey, Illinois are Villas of Holly Brook Chatham and The Montvale Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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