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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Velma, IL
The cost of independent living in Velma is about $3,493 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 81 options. Read 471 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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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.
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We could not be happier with Keystone Senior Living. All of the staff have been wonderful to my parents. The facility is clean and offers everything they need.
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.
A caring community that promotes health, well-being, and independence. Our community offers two lifestyles side by side on the same campus. Keystone Gardens Independent Living has services and amenities that complement an active lifestyle. When additional care or assistance becomes necessary,...
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Works out for myself and my wife and the dog.
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.
Capitol PlazaCapitol Plaza Apartments of Springfield, Sangamon County, IL is proud to provide the highest quality senior housing accommodations in Illinois. Located in beautiful Springfield, Capitol Hill is close to fine dining, downtown shopping and a bustling entertainment district. The Abraham...
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.
Park Towers is a senior housing community of independent living adults located in Springfield, Sangamon County , Illinois. Residents are usually in the 55+ age bracket. The residence contains 104 units, 94 one-bedroomed apartments and 10-two bedroomed apartments; all of which are Section 8...
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.
Near North Village is located in downtown Springfield, Sangamon County, IL. Surrounded by the breath taking view of historic site such as the Abraham Lincoln Presidential library and the union square park, the community provides an incredible environment for living. From the residence one can...
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.
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.
Located smack in midst of historic downtown Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois, we present you the Sangamon Towers, a senior housing community for everyone 55 years or above. You can get everything here, be it a peaceful evening of relaxation at the covered patio or a casual stroll to explore...
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I am happy with my choice to move into the Homestead at Montvale. I like that it is independent living, I have my own apartment. I really like that it is secure, you need a code to get into the complex. They...
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 Homestead at Montvale is a senior housing found in Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois. Springfield is an urban city and lies on a flat plain area with Lake Springfield and Sangamon River. It is an ideal destination for the family and friends of the senior residents in our community. The...
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.
Primrose Retirement Communities in Decatur provide independent living and assisted living senior care. Our buildings feature attached/enclosed garages with direct access to the facility. Our activities and events are shown with Electronic bulletin boards that are available in the apartments and...
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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.
River Birch Senior Living is a residential like community of 3 homes overlooking hole #6 of Panther Creek Golf Club in Springfield, IL. This location gives you the feeling of living in the country for peace and quiet yet still close to restaurants, shopping and major highways. Our caregiver to...
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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.
River Birch Senior Living is a residential like community of 3 homes overlooking hole #6 of Panther Creek Golf Club in Springfield, IL. This location gives you the feeling of living in the country for peace and quiet yet still close to restaurants, shopping and major highways. Our caregiver to...
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.
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 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).
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
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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.
Washington PlazaWashington Plaza comprises of high-end 100 units only 2.6 miles from the Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois. Springfield lies on a flat plain and the surrounding is mostly a hilly terrain. Washington Plaza is near the breathtaking Sangamon and Lake Springfield, which are ideal...
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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What a great place for me to move to after losing my husband. I have been here just 10 months and been in the rehab facility here twice for three weeks each time. Having such caring and kind people to help...
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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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.
For all of you that have reached the age of retirement but don't want to reside at home due to various reasons, perhaps the thought of an independent living facility has crossed your mind. Independent living is designed for active adults who are looking to enjoy retirement with the most...
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.
Seasons offers one and two bedroom, ground-level, private, luxury apartments. All on one level, with no steps, no stairs and no waiting for elevators! Interconnecting corridors bring friends and neighbors together in the community area which includes a great room with fireplace, game room,...
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I have lived at Evergreen Place for 8 years. They take good care of everyone. Dining services are very cheerful and caring. Food is good. They clean our rooms and do our laundry for use. They have a lot of...
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.
Evergreen Place offers worry-free living, where independence thrives and compassionate care is always nearby. Our beautiful campus offers lovely supportive living options. We welcome you to learn more and visit our community of care, where friendships flourish and families find peace of mind....
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My brother is doing good in this community. He likes that cleanliness and is wanting a smaller room. The staff is helpful and we would recommend this community to others to enjoying living here.
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.
Homestead Place is an independent senior housing residence located in Springfield, Sangamon County, IL. Surrounded by a modern town the community has a suburban feel and the residents can enjoy town life. Also located nearby are schools, medical facilities and shopping areas where residents can...
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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...
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.
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.
The Village at Morse Farm offers its residents carefree independent and supportive living. We will cook, clean and do your laundry. Medication assistance, transportation, cable television and wi-fi included in the rental price.
Cost of independent living in Velma, IL
The average cost of senior living in Velma is $3,493 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Macon, IL with an average of $3,096 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Velma, IL vs. nearby cities
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What families are saying about independent living in Velma
Recent reviews for independent living in Velma
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.
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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Centennial Pointe Senior Living in Springfield, IL
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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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Velma independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Velma independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Velma, 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 Velma 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 Velma 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
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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No sugar
No sugar
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Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Velma 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 Velma communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
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35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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Room service
Room service
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Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Velma 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 Velma offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
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Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
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Community service programs
Community service programs
14.8%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.4%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
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Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
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Piano or organ
Piano or organ
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Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
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Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
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Live performances
Live performances
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Dances
Dances
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Fitness center
Fitness center
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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The Glenwood Supportive Living of Greenville, Carriage Crossing Rochester and The Montvale Senior Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Velma, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 81 independent living facilities near Velma, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Velma, Illinois are Carriage Crossing Rochester, The Montvale Senior Living and Carriage Crossing Decatur. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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