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8 Best Independent Living Communities in Birds, IL
If you’re looking for independent living in the Birds area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Birds. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 8 independent living facilities in Birds, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Five Points.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Robinson, Vincennes and Olney.
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I have been here under a year. I love the people here and enjoy some of the staff. The dinning service could be improved but getting better . The staff tries to help me the best they can , sometimes I’m 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.
Since opening in December 1999, Fox Ridge Manor has become The Choice for Retirement Living in Vincennes. Apartments are available in a variety of floor plans, and each has its own private entrance and its own thermostat to control. Fox Ridge Manor is full of friendly, active residents who enjoy...
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My husband has dementia and I wanted a place that was more for mental health than a true nursing home. Arbor Rose is that place. The do not have a large occupancy which allows them to provide individual...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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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They seem to be pretty involved with the care of my loved one. They'll take her to the doctor. The only thing I don't think they do very well is keeping me informed about what's going on. They just kind...
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.
Timber Creek Village of Robinson is a family-owned, assisted living community located in Robinson, IL. The city of Robinson is located in Crawford County and is home to about 7,800 people. Robinson is a quaint town with beautiful views. Residents can enjoy spending time with friends, going out...
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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.
Located in Robinson, Illinois, home of the venerable Heath Bar and less than 200 miles south of Chicago along the Indiana border, this Brookstone Estates community offers 'independent living with caring support' in a relaxed, small-town environment with a low crime rate and...
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: 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.
Located in Historical Vincennes Indiana, BridgePointe Health Campus provides our residents with a serene and familiar setting to call home. Residents who are interested in the local history can enjoy activities outside the campus such as, touring the George Roger Clark Memorial, and visiting...
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Cost of independent living in Birds, IL
The average cost of senior living in Birds is $4,019 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hutsonville, IL with an average of $3,551 per month.
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What families are saying about independent living in Birds
Recent reviews for independent living in Birds
Brookstone Estates of Olney
3.7
My father felt very isolated there as they did not have many activities he was interested in. He did not like the food but the personnel were friendly to him and helped him to meals and gave him his medications but otherwise he did not see them very often as he did not leave his room. He was 99 ...
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Fox Ridge Manor in Vincennes, IN
4.1
I have been here 10 years as a resident . I definitely have enjoyed it or I wouldn’t have been here this long. I enjoy the people and feeling like we are family here and the staff is nice . I would love anywhere else this is where I belong .
Arbor Rose of Robinson
4.8
We think it's great. Going through this is very hard, but they make it very easy for you. They work with you and tell you every step as you go, and they make it as easy as possible. My mom is very happy with the food. They have plenty of activities. For Halloween, they invited kids to come ...
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Birds independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Birds independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Birds, 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 Birds 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 Birds partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Birds, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
33.3%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.7%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
16.7%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Birds 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 Birds communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Birds, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Birds 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 Birds offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Birds, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
50%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
33.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.7%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.1%
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Fox Ridge Manor, Colonial Assisted Living Community of Vincennes and Brookstone Estates of Olney are the top-rated independent living facilities near Birds, Illinois. See full list of communities.
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