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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Bluffs, IL

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Photo of Park Towers
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.
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.
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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...
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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...
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: 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: 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: 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.
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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.
Lincoln-Douglas Apartments are located in Quincy, IL, near the Mississippi River. Residents find the location convenient for shopping and recreation. They also enjoy spending time in the nearby historic district. The 59 one-bedroom apartments are designed to meet the needs of senior...
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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.
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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: 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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Staff are very friendly and helpful. Good community and I have great neighbors.
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.
Jefferson House is located at 900 East Jefferson in Macomb, Illinois and is privately owned and professionally managed by Urban Innovations.  You must be at least 62 years of age or older or disabled or handicapped to be eligible to live at Jefferson House.Rent, as set by HUD, will be...
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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.

Cost of independent living in Bluffs, IL

The average cost of senior living in Bluffs is $3,310 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Exeter, IL with an average of $3,271 per month.

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

Bluffs, IL
$3,310/mo
$3,271/mo
$3,530/mo

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

Bluffs, IL
$3,310/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$4,559/mo
Independent Living
$3,310/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,800/mo
Studio
$4,068/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,480/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,297/mo

Senior living costs in Bluffs 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: Bluffs, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBluffs, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,310/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,559/mo$5,149/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,559/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Bluffs, IL:$3,310/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Bluffs, IL:$4,559/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Bluffs, IL:$4,559/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Bluffs, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Bluffs 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Bluffs, IL$2,536/mo$2,541/mo-0.2%
Illinois$3,121/mo$3,019/mo+3.4%
National$3,251/mo$3,154/mo+3.1%
Bluffs, IL
2024 average cost:$2,536/mo
2023 average cost:$2,541/mo
Percent change:-0.2%
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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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Bluffs

Recent reviews for independent living in Bluffs

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.

Curtis Creek Senior Living in Quincy, IL

4.8
Caregivers friendly and helpful. I chose this facility because it allows personal freedom while still meeting needs of the individual. The staff and other residents have been wonderful helping her get settled into her new home.

Cedarhurst of Jacksonville

4.1
My siblings and I have been very happy with the care and the physical facility of Cedarhurst. They strive to keep it clean, friendly and a well cared for community.

Bluffs independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Bluffs independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Bluffs, 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 Bluffs 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 Bluffs 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
19.4%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.9%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
22.4%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Bluffs 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 Bluffs communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
10.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
19.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
16.4%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Bluffs 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 Bluffs offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
28.4%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.9%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.8%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.9%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.9%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
9%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
26.9%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
16.4%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.4%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
19.4%
47%
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