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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Woosung, IL
The cost of independent living in Woosung is about $3,509 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 88 options. Read 616 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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When I started looking for a place for my mother-in-law, I wanted a place that would give her good care, but also felt more like a family. That is what I found at Bickford.
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.
Why settle for the ordinary in senior living when Bickford offers so much more? Freshly crafted meals, a dedicated caregiver always within reach, and a world of exciting activities await your loved one. Our commitment? Making sure they’re able to embrace life to the fullest, every single day....
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Heritage Woods of Rockford has made the transition as smooth and painless as possible. My mother was a little hesitant and they did everything they could to ensure the transition went smoothly. They made...
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.
Heritage Woods offers an Assisted Living Lifestyle for seniors over age 65. Newly opened in 2008, this gracious community offers beautifully decorated common areas such as Library, Private Dining Room, Lobby, TV Lounge, and Fitness Room & Patio. Nestled against a creek and tree line we are...
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8 reviews
Mom was doing well at Heritage Woods before her fall. She is hoping to return to the community once she is done with rehab. There are plenty of activities for the residents to enjoy. The food is good 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.
An inviting, beautiful assisted living community located in DeKalb, Illinois, Heritage Woods of DeKalb is a welcoming place to call home. Located conveniently off 1-88 and Highway 64, it is an ideal choice for those who want to be close to family and friends. We're located near Northern Illinois...
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Since this is a smaller facility, the staff to resident ratio is better than at the larger facilities. They are more available to the family and the residents. My mom was in the memory care unit. She passed...
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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Morrison Manor was the best fit for [name removed] as there were only 12 residents at this Memory Care Facility. He had his own large room which accommodated his family when we all visited. The facility...
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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My mom was at the facility for 1 year it was an amazing experience for her. The caring staff always went above and beyond. They made my mom feel as an important member of the family. Everyone there was...
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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We Could Not Of Done This Emotional Rollercoaster Of Emotions Without Every Staff Currently And Not Currently. [name removed] You Are A Godsend And Truely Amazing And I Can Honestly Say Your Heart Of Gold...
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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Margaret, the lady who runs the Sterling Towers, is amazing! She really goes above and beyond for her residents. My mom is very happy and so a, I. I don't have a single negative thing ton say, so far...
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.
Sterling Towers is a senior housing community for residents over 62 years of age and those with disabilities. It is located in the quiet and cozy city of Sterling, Whiteside County, Illinois. Sterling is a small city of less than six square miles surrounded by fertile farmland with four distinct...
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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.
Enjoy a winter vacation in a beautifully furnished apartmentwith all of the amenities, fun and interesting leisure activities,and 24-hour caring staff.· Stay at The Meadows of Franklin Grove without worrying about the weather.· Enjoy the beauty of snowfall without the burden of shoveling...
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.
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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: 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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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I’ve lived here since October 2016, on the Indepent side I moved from Missouri to be near my daughter in Mendota. The majority of residents ate from LaSalle and Lee counties in Illinois, andthey all are very...
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.
Mendota Retirement Community is an assisted living community located in Mendota, Illinois. Located minutes from the center of town, our assisted and independent living community provides easy access for families while providing a peaceful setting for our residents. You'll enjoy our beautiful...
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.
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.
Village Cooperative of Clinton, IA There is an exciting new senior independent living option available in Clinton! The Village Cooperative of Clinton will be located in northwest part of the city. The cooperative will consist of 44 new homes. Residents will have the choice of expertly designed...
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: 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.
Faust Landmark, located in Rockford, Illinois, is a high-rise affordable senior housing apartment community for independent-minded seniors, and those with physical limitations, on a fixed or low income. Faust Landmark is a beautifully renovated and remodeled historical building. At the Faust,...
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.
Welcome to Valkommen Plaza Apartments, independent living for people 55 and older or disabled. Valkommen Plaza is privately owned but HUD subsidized under the Section 8 Elderly Program. Rents are based on your income adjusted by out of pocket medical expenses. We are located in Rockford,...
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.
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.
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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.
We began our quest into senior living because of our love for our beloved mother, Mary Bickford, whose needs became too great for us to manage. As we researched senior living options, we were shocked at our findings. The options offered too much or too little — none met her needs and...
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.
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.
Cost of independent living in Woosung, IL
The average cost of senior living in Woosung is $3,509 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Coleta, IL with an average of $3,069 per month.
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Woosung, IL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Woosung
Recent reviews for independent living in Woosung
Heritage Woods of Belvidere
5.0
I am very content living at Heritage Woods. My apartment is very comfortable and convenient. The nurses and CNAs are very attentive and convenient. The food is good and I may also eat in my room if I so desire. There are activities every day. Also a small store 2 days a week.
Anam Care of Rockford
5.0
The community is small, well staffed. They really understand of the needs of residents with memory issues. When I visit my loved one it is just like coming to nice homey living room.
Grand Victorian of Sycamore
5.0
I highly recommend the Grand Victorian of Sycamore to a friend because it is an amazing place to live in. The staff is wonderful. The community is maintained very clean at all times and anytime I have an issue in my room that needs to be fixed, they are quick to respond, tom the head of ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Many residents and families comment on the warm and welcoming nature of the staff and other residents across multiple communities, such as those at TLC Living Community and Fairhaven Christian Retirement.
Variety of engaging activities. Communities like TLC Living Community offer a range of activities including sing-alongs, holiday events, and happy hours that help residents stay social and active.
Accommodating and helpful staff. Reviews consistently mention the accommodating and helpful nature of staff members at different communities, like Independence Village Rockford, who go above and beyond to meet residents' individual needs.
Delicious and diverse meal options. Both Fairhaven Christian Retirement and Morning Star Village residents express their enjoyment of the quality and variety of meals provided, with some even commenting on specific menu items like liver and onions.
Safe and secure living environment. Several reviews mention feeling safe and secure in their communities, such as Independence Village Rockford, where they appreciate the 24-hour staff presence and ability to accommodate various levels of care.
Comfortable and spacious living spaces. Residents express satisfaction with the roominess and cleanliness of their living spaces at communities like Peterson Meadows and Independence Village Rockford, which contribute to their overall sense of comfort and happiness.
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Woosung independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Woosung independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Woosung, 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 Woosung 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 Woosung 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
24.1%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
17.7%
33.6%
No sugar
No sugar
16.5%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16.5%
32.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.1%
8.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Woosung 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 Woosung communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
11.4%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.9%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
17.7%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Woosung 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 Woosung offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
34.2%
44.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.8%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.5%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.5%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43%
53.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.4%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.3%
37.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.6%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
36.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
38%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
12.7%
32%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.7%
45.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions
TLC Living Community, Fairhaven Christian Retirement and Grand Victorian of Sycamore are the top-rated independent living facilities near Woosung, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 88 independent living facilities near Woosung, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Woosung, Illinois is TLC Living Community. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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