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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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Photo of Villas of Holly Brook ChathamCommunity card badge
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9.9
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39 reviews
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39 reviews
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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
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 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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Photo of The Glenwood Supportive Living of Staunton
66 Photos available
9.7
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14 reviews
9.7
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14 reviews
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So very caring. Couldn't be happier and yes, we would recommend this community to other families based on the experience so far
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.
The Glenwood of Staunton is located in Staunton, Illinois. This is a town that prides itself on history and simple charm. Family members and active residents alike will enjoy the quaint Main Street atmosphere and the bustling feel of all the years tourists, residents, and enthusiasts who have...
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9.6
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64 reviews
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Our family was very happy with the care our cousin received in the memory care unit at The Boulevard. The staff provided many activities for the residents and their families, including crafts, movies and...
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.
The Boulevard Senior Living of St. Charles has been serving the seniors of St. Charles since September of 2017. Located in between interstate 70W and 370W, The Boulevard is minutes from restaurants, malls, grocery stores, and The Streets of St. Charles.The Boulevard offers a full continuum of...
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9.5
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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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9.5
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79 reviews
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There are a lot of activities here. There are a lot of food options each day. The staff is wonderful! Very kind and will do anything asked of them. It's really a very nice place to 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.
Providing exceptional, loving and healing care to seniors. Our residents are invited to enjoy their days with friends and hobbies instead of filling them with everyday chores and hassles. Our vibrant, charming community offers privacy, comfort and safety with thoughtful amenities and a wide...
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2121 Floor plans available
9.5
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69 reviews
9.5
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They have been great so far. Very pleased. It is really great. The vibe is very positive and welcoming. Her unit is newly renovated. Godsend. Answer to our prayers
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.
Montvale Estates provides a fulfilling, independent lifestyle in a welcoming environment. Located in a quiet, west suburb of Springfield, Montvale Estates offers you an elegant home just outside Illinois' historically significant capitol. We're conveniently close to shopping, healthcare and all...
Photo of Charter Senior Living of Godfrey
66 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.4
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What we like the most about Charter Senior Living is that it is close to family and other friends. The community is also pretty and yes, we would recommend the community to other families.
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.
At Cedar Creek of Godfrey we provide truly person-directed care, taking the time to know and work with each resident as an individual and providing them with care that’s as unique as they are. Whether in Assisted Living or Memory Care, our caring, compassionate staff, first-rate amenities,...
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55 Floor plans available
9.3
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31 reviews
9.3
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The director [name removed] is very nice and helpful. Everyone is always willing to do what is needed to make sure my Mother in law gets the care she needs.
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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Photo of Garden Villas North
88 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.3
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35 reviews
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I was searching for a place to live after my late husband was discharged from the hospital. I visited several places. While touring the residents were friendly and they seemed very happy. My husband thought...
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.
Garden Villas North represents the epitome of luxury and elegance, warmth and graciousness in retirement and assisted living. Designed for the active senior who has retired from work but not from life, Garden Villas North offers a carefree lifestyle with world class services and...
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Photo of Cedarhurst of Springfield IL
2323 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.1
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21 reviews
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My dad is complaining about food. He and the guys at his table think they lost their main cook. Dad has joined some of the social activities and he likes the live music and singing. We are happy that he goes...
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.
Cedarhurst of Springfield is home to 52 assisted living apartments that have their own bathrooms and kitchenettes and 27 memory care apartments specifically designed to meet the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer’s and related memory loss. Cedarhurst of Springfield strives to be the best...
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Photo of The Villa at Riverwood
88 Photos available
9.0
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47 reviews
9.0
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47 reviews
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Dining server with no exception are fantastic. Cleaning staff is the best. Through and timely life. Enrichment personnel are the best. Great programs and easy to talk too. Food other than to much pork and...
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.
Welcome to The Villa at Riverwood, a Five Star Quality Care community! Tucked into a quiet, residential area, our beautifully landscaped grounds include a serene courtyard, reflecting pond, waterfalls and walking track for a complete Independent Living lifestyle. We are close to all major...
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Photo of Courtyard Estates of Girard
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8.5
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No matter if you need a quick move in or have time for a planned move in they can accommodate if the space is available. They will work to get your loved one in and feeling like home in no time. All 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.
“A location you’ll like…A lifestyle you’ll love!”This is our pledge and promise.Pleasant Hill Village was founded in 1905 as a ministry of the Church of the Brethren. We are nestled on 34 acres of rolling hillside in the country, away from the hustle and bustle, providing our residents with the...
Photo of Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Springfield
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It was the Social Worker who decided that my mother cannot stay there anymore due to the doctor stating she needs more care and he wanted us to leave and take her out within one day and I told her no that we...
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.
Photo of Rochester Estates Senior Living
1010 Photos available
8.5
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18 reviews
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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
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.
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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Photo of Trustwell Living of Springfield
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37 reviews
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My mother loves the clean, open environment. She loves the friendliness of the staff. They need to increase their nurse staff so they can get RX medications distributed timely.
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.
Welcome to Trustwell Living of Springfield! Whether you are a resident, team member, visiting family member or guest, every person who walks through the door of a Trustwell Living community is treated like family. Our caring team looks forward to continuing to provide the quality care and...
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Photo of Eastland Retirement Community
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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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Photo of Cedarhurst of Godfrey
1414 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
8.0
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27 reviews
8.0
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27 reviews
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My parents are currently residents at Cedarhurst of Godfrey. We initially had some issues with prescriptions. They also have staffing issues. Although I haven't eaten there, my parents say that the food is...
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.
Thank you for your interest in Cedarhurst at Godfrey!Cedarhurst at Godfrey is an assisted living community in Godfrey, Illinois. Godfrey offers residents the best of Midwestern living with scenic trails, fine shopping, eclectic dining and warm, welcoming people. Located in the St. Louis metro...
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Photo of Asbury Village
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8.0
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8.0
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I have been here only a month and found that I made the right decision My Villa is very comfortable and up to date The staff is very kind and helpful. The food is also very good I have made many new...
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.
Asbury Village is a 120-acre campus located in Godfrey, Illinois. Opened in late 1997, the community features 44 duplex Patio Homes referred to as Villas, as well as 64 Independent Living apartments, known as the Wiseman-Pollock Residence. There are also 44 Assisted Living apartments on campus...
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Photo of Timber Creek Village Assisted Living of Litchfield
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Timber Creek and the people that work there are fantastic! We picked thic community because, My mom's childhood friend was already living there. I'm ready to move in myself. I would recommend this community...
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.
Photo of Garden Plaza of Florissant
2020 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
7.9
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29 reviews
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I will rate all categories a 5! This place is clean, staff is friendly and accommodating, everyone is engaged in the overall care of the residents! They seem to be cloning these friendly, helpful, and...
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.
The Garden Plaza of Florissant, Missouri, offers a dynamic lifestyle for seniors looking to get the most out of their retirement.Whether you prefer independent living in your own private patio home, assisted living with an apartment floor plan of your choice or a skilled care tailored to your...
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Photo of Cedarhurst of Jacksonville
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My parents needed more help than we could give and we toured Cedarhurst. I instantly knew this is the right place. Good care, friendly staff that treats them like their own parents. Activities are good &...
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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Called about my dad moving there at 8am, and by 4pm; he was moved in. It was a relief knowing that he was being taken care of, and although I love my dad more than life itself, I finally was able to sleep...
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.
Services provided at no additional cost: Private room and private bath 3 nutritious meals per day and snacks Medication administration including insulin administration Housekeeping services Laundry service Activities Our company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our...
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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
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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It seems like a well run community. The staff seem to be caring and engaging with the residents. They are flexible with the individual needs of each resident and they do not have a " one size fits all"...
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...

Cost of independent living in Barrow, IL

The average cost of senior living in Barrow is $3,508 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Exeter, IL with an average of $3,271 per month.

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

Barrow, IL
$3,508/mo
$3,554/mo
$3,305/mo

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

Barrow, IL
$3,508/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$4,573/mo
Independent Living
$3,508/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,699/mo
Studio
$4,510/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,583/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,827/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,335/mo

Senior living costs in Barrow 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: Barrow, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBarrow, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,508/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,573/mo$5,149/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,573/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Barrow, IL:$3,508/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Barrow, IL:$4,573/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Barrow, IL:$4,573/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Barrow, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Barrow 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
Barrow, IL$2,572/mo$2,554/mo+0.7%
Illinois$3,121/mo$3,019/mo+3.4%
National$3,251/mo$3,154/mo+3.1%
Barrow, IL
2024 average cost:$2,572/mo
2023 average cost:$2,554/mo
Percent change:+0.7%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$3,121/mo
2023 average cost:$3,019/mo
Percent change:+3.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,251/mo
2023 average cost:$3,154/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
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What families are saying about independent living in Barrow

Recent reviews for independent living in Barrow

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.

Veronica Place in Florissant, MO

5.0
this is a first class place. excellent for the amount you pay. the only complaint is the consistency of the food quality. it all depends on who is cooking from day to day

Cedarhurst of Godfrey

5.0
I don't even know how to put it into the words the family feeling my father receives from The Fountains Family! My father is safe, happy and enjoys the employees and his friends at The Fountains. If you are considering The Fountains - it is a YES!

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and accommodating staff. Reviews for various communities, such as Montvale Estates and Holiday Montvale Estates, praise the kindness and helpfulness of the staff members. Residents and their families mention the going-above-and-beyond efforts made by staff to make new residents feel welcome and to address their concerns ...
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Wide range of activities for socializing. Reviews highlight the variety of activities offered at different communities, like Montvale Estates and Brenden Gardens. Residents enjoy socializing during outings to restaurants and performances, exercise classes, and happy hours with entertainers.
Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews for communities like The Villa at Riverwood and Ashbury Village frequently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the living spaces. Residents appreciate the tidy apartments and the efforts made to maintain the common areas.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Throughout reviews, quality food is mentioned as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. For instance, at Garden Villas North and The Boulevard of St. Charles, the chef-prepared meals are described as restaurant-quality and of great variety.
Responsive and welcoming community atmosphere. Reviews emphasize the welcoming and responsive nature of staff and residents at communities like Holiday Montvale Estates and The Villa at Riverwood. New residents are made to feel at home and supported in their transition to the community.
Professional and caring team of maintenance staff. Reviews for several communities, including Montvale Estates and Brenden Gardens, mention the efficiency and friendliness of the maintenance teams. Residents appreciate the quick response to maintenance requests and the care taken to address their concerns.
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Barrow independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barrow independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barrow, 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 Barrow 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 Barrow partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Barrow, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.9%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
25.9%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
16%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.2%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Barrow 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 Barrow communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Barrow, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
18.5%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
25.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.3%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barrow 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 Barrow offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Barrow, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.5%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.4%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.6%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.8%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.1%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
34.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
21%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
28.4%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Carriage Crossing Rochester, Villas of Holly Brook Chatham and The Glenwood Supportive Living of Staunton are the top-rated independent living facilities near Barrow, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 91 independent living facilities near Barrow, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Barrow, 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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