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Photo of Carriage Crossing 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 Carriage Crossing, you'll find all the choices you need to live the life you love.Our welcoming campus features a variety of lifestyle...
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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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We are very pleased with the Villa's assisted living program. I would recommend the facility.
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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When i first came to the community i got a great feeling about it. The staff has been very friendly and they always communicate very well. One thing that i really like is the positive atmosphere felt. My...
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.
Springfield Supportive Living opened in August of 2005. Our highly qualified staff are here to serve you 24 hours a day. Their backgrounds in health care enable them to provide quality care as well as outstanding customer service. We can be found near Historic downtown Springfield and only...
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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.
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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...
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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.
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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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.
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: 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.
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What a great visit I had with my grandma's friend! Everyone was so friendly and welcoming. The smell was so nice as we entered the building. I was very impressed, as a supportive living establishment it...
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.
Come and be spoiled!Timberlake Senior Living is Springfield Illinois’s newest Supportive Living Community. At Timberlake Senior Living our sole purpose is to help seniors maintain their independence. Timberlake provides housing and supportive services to seniors 65+ who may need assistance with...
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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.
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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.
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...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Barclay, IL

The average cost of senior living in Barclay is $3,291 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Illiopolis, IL with an average of $2,673 per month.

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

Barclay, IL
$3,340/mo
$3,291/mo
$3,340/mo

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

Barclay, IL
$3,340/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$4,667/mo
Independent Living
$3,340/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,600/mo
Studio
$4,790/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,148/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,782/mo

Senior living costs in Barclay 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: Barclay, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBarclay, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,340/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,667/mo$5,149/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,667/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Barclay, IL:$3,340/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Barclay, IL:$4,667/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Barclay, IL:$4,667/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Barclay

Recent reviews for independent living in Barclay

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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Barclay independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barclay independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barclay, 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 Barclay 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 Barclay partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Barclay, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.1%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
7.7%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
7.7%
31.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Barclay 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 Barclay communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Barclay, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
7.7%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.7%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barclay 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 Barclay offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Barclay, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
30.8%
45.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.8%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
76.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.1%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.8%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
30.8%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
23.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
7.7%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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47%
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