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9.8
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What we like the most about the community is the friendliness and yes we would recommend Brookstone of Aledo 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.
A gracious affordable assisted lifestyle community for the older adult. At Brookstone of Aledo, you'll enjoy friendly neighbors to share common life experiences and an active community full of choices. In the privacy of your own apartment which has been conveniently designed for senior living,...
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33 Floor plans available
8.1
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18 reviews
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They need more residents, especially men so the activities and social interactions can be better. Yes, we would definitely recommend the 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.
Cedarhurst Assisted Living of Moline provides 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. In Assisted Living, our caring, compassionate staff, first-rate amenities, new community and...
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8.0
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My sister received amazing care at Heritage Woods of Moline. She was a little nervous about meeting new people and fitting in. On the day she moved in those feelings were gone. Everyone was so welcoming...
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 Heritage Woods of Moline assisted lifestyle community is located in beautiful Moline, IL. This area is known for its natural beauty and a never ending list of things to do. The Riverside Park houses a number of outdoor activities to participate in. There is a water park and walking trails...
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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.
Friendship Manor is the Illinois' Quad Cities only “Continuing Care Retirement Community.” Our warm, considerately designed, efficient campus is a safe haven where you can fully explore and celebrate your retirement years.The retirement community at Friendship Manor is a convenient and...
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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.
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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.
Courtyard Estates of Monmouth is an assisted living community located in Monmouth, Illinois, in a home like environment. Our campus is well cared for and located only minutes from various shopping areas, medical offices, and restaurants. Within our community, residents will enjoy spacious...
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Cost of independent living in Gilchrist, IL

The average cost of senior living in Gilchrist is $2,236 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Oak Grove, IL with an average of $2,435 per month.

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

Gilchrist, IL
$2,236/mo
$2,790/mo

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

Gilchrist, IL
$2,236/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$3,827/mo
Independent Living
$2,236/mo

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

Studio
$3,900/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,225/mo

Senior living costs in Gilchrist 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: Gilchrist, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGilchrist, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$2,236/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$3,827/mo$5,149/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$3,827/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Gilchrist, IL:$2,236/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Gilchrist, IL:$3,827/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Gilchrist, IL:$3,827/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Gilchrist

Recent reviews for independent living in Gilchrist

Fort Armstrong in Rock Island, IL

5.0
I have lived at The Fort Armstrong for almost 5 years and do not regret my choice in moving here. I enjoy the live music and outings we go on.

The Taylor Renaissance in Davenport, IA

5.0
The original staff is a 5. The staff has changed and they're in the middle of changing so I can't rate the new people until I get to know them better. It would be nice if they had a loading dock for when people move in but I guess that's the way the building was designed so there's not much you ...
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The Jackson Renaissance in Davenport, IA

5.0
My mom recently moved there and loves it.

Gilchrist independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gilchrist independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gilchrist, 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 Gilchrist 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 Gilchrist partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gilchrist, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Gilchrist 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 Gilchrist communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Gilchrist, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
57.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gilchrist 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 Gilchrist offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gilchrist, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
57.1%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
57.1%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
42.9%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.9%
47%
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