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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Morton, IL

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 28 independent living facilities in Morton, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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Photo of Brandon Wood Retirement Center
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5 on all, my mom loves it there. Glad you helped us find this place for her, you made an impossible task very easy. Based on the experience so far, we would definitely recommend Brandon Wood Retirement...
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.
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The staff was excellent. Very caring people that really worked with their tenants. Food was good also I ate there a couple times myself with my sister. Wish she still could live there.
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.
After more than a decade of solid experience as a residential community, Cedarhurst of Washington is recognized as a leader in senior services. Guided by dedicated staff and management, such a level of competence places Cedarhurst of Washington at the forefront of quality care for older adults...
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This is a brand new clean community. My mother in law loves it here. The community offers transportation. They like that there is an exercise room, media room and a common area to socialize. The community...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Morton Estates features brand new one and two bedroom apartment homes designed exclusively for adults 55 and over. Each spacious floor plan includes modern amenities you would expect to find in a luxury home, at affordable rental rates: a fully-equipped gourmet kitchen with energy-efficient...
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Everyone at Holly Brook takes such a good care of my father. The director, [name removed], was welcoming and helpful, and the head of nursing, [name removed], has gone above and beyond every step of 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.
THE INDEPENDENCE YOU WANT ... THE DAILY ASSISTANCE YOU NEED. The Villas of Holly Brook is an Assisted Living Community that offers residents carefree, retirement living at its finest. We'll do it ALL! We'll cook, clean and do the laundry. We also take care of the lawn and remove snow and ice...
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The facilities themselves were super incredibly clean which stood out to us right away on the tour and based on our experience so far with Washington Villas, we would definitely recommend to other...
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.
Never before have elegance and value been so perfectly defined ina beautifully master planned Community. The Villas is committed to standards of excellence in design, construction, amenities, lifestyle, security and affordability.We are a place where every resident can live their life to the...
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So far it has been very nice. It's a large building, they have lots of activities so you can stay busy most of the time. Food is like the rest of the facilities. Most apartments have been remodeled. It has...
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.
Saxony Court Senior Living, located on 55 acres with beautiful scenery and landscaping, is a senior living community that specializes in Independent and Assisted Living, offering comprehensive rehabilitation services, and retirement living at its best. Residents enjoy a variety of social,...
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I'am very pleased with my move to this community. Everything is working out very well. I really like this community. Everyone has been very kind, and welcoming. The staff is very kind, and helpful. They do 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.
Mission At St. Augustine Manor we are passionately committed to making a difference in our residents' lives by providing service of highest quality and value in a supportive environment, promoting the health, independence, and social interaction of seniors. Company Overview Family living in a...
Photo of Gateway at River City
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A good place to live. I came from living independently to here so there are a lot of changes and compromises for me, but so far I love it here. For my needs this place works great for me. It's not perfect...
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 The Grand Regency
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We were so thankful to find this place because we had no idea of where to put my mom with their help. We found the grand Regency and she has been there about two months and couldn't be happier. Thank you for...
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.
Visit us at www.courtyardestates.net A retirement community to call home. Courtyard Estates provides all the comforts of home as well as health maintenance, state-of-the-art security and a full range of care services. The community offers maintenance and worry-free living that allows you to focus...
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My mother lived here long term, and I will always recommend B'nai B'rith Building #2. Staff was always helpful and maintenance issues promptly resolved. Building clean and apartments are clean and nice. Lots...
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.
B'Nai B'Rith Apartments is a senior living community in the beautiful city of Peoria, Illinois. Peoria, which is one of the state's oldest settlements, is the county seat of Peoria County. It is known for its vibrant culture, as it offers an abundance of museums, performing arts centers and...
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Photo of Oakwood Estate
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.
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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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Great community! My mother loves it here. I would rate this community a five just for the people alone. The staff has been incredibly helpful through the entire process from the tour to move-in and beyond....
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Leisure Acres senior housing is located in serene and beautiful Washington, Tazewell County, IL. For most seniors finding a place to retire that is clean and safe is a top concern. The Washington area has a variety of different things to offer and is just right for a senior who is looking for...
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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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
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: 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.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in Peoria, Peoria County, Illinois, Southside Apartments is a senior apartment provide you with the experience of neighborly community. The best part about Southside Apartments is that it is a small, cozy apartment community that is designed strategically for your needs. These apartments...
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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.
Photo of Heartland Apartments
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Photo of Mardell Manor
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 Marigold Estates
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.
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It is a very nice place. the apartment is just the right size for a single person, however they do have different sizes and prices available. Staff and the tenants are very friendly and helpful. Utilities...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Kiwanis London House is a senior housing community located in the charming and historic city of Peoria, Peoria County, Illinois. Situated near picturesque sites, such as the tranquil and scenic waters of Peoria Lake, the pleasant Glen Oak Park and Peoria Zoo, Kiwanis London House is a wonderful...
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.

Cost of independent living in Morton, IL

The average cost of senior living in Morton is $3,029 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Peoria Heights, IL with an average of $2,937 per month.

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

Morton, IL
$3,029/mo
$2,966/mo

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

Morton, IL
$3,029/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$4,032/mo
Independent Living
$3,029/mo

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

Studio
$2,604/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,074/mo
2 Bedroom
$2,715/mo

Senior living costs in Morton 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: Morton, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMorton, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,029/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,032/mo$5,149/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,032/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Morton, IL:$3,029/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Morton, IL:$4,032/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Morton, IL:$4,032/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Morton, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Morton 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
Morton, IL$3,325/mo$1,433/mo+132.0%
Illinois$2,820/mo$2,826/mo-0.2%
National$2,867/mo$2,826/mo+1.5%
Morton, IL
2024 average cost:$3,325/mo
2023 average cost:$1,433/mo
Percent change:+132.0%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$2,820/mo
2023 average cost:$2,826/mo
Percent change:-0.2%
National
2024 average cost:$2,867/mo
2023 average cost:$2,826/mo
Percent change:+1.5%
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What families are saying about independent living in Morton

Recent reviews for independent living in Morton

Gateway at River City in Peoria, IL

5.0
I absolutely love it here at Gateway. There are lots of activities, food is good, most residents are real nice and easy to get along with. The staff is wonderful. I’m friends with many residents who are awesome. Definitely worth living here.

Lutheran Hillside Village in Peoria, IL

4.8
I have lived at LHV for 18 months. I was becoming familiar with the routines and activities when they were curtailed by the pandemic. Since that time The staff and administration have devoted themselves to the residents safety, health and comfort. Fellow residents are friendly and concerned ...
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The Grand Regency in Peoria, IL

4.7
It's a really, really great place. Unfortunately I think I need to move my parents becuase they need skilled care instead of assisted living. As far as the care they're getting, the food plan, and the apartment, it seems like a good value. The care services are good. They distribute all the meds ...
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Morton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Morton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Morton, 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 Morton 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 Morton 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
12.5%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
8.3%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
12.5%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
8.3%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Morton 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 Morton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Morton, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
4.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
12.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
4.2%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Morton 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 Morton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
29.2%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
29.2%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
41.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
25%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.8%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.8%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
29.2%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
25%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.8%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20.8%
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Brandon Wood Retirement Center, Charter Senior Living of Washington and Morton Estates are the top-rated independent living facilities near Morton, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 28 independent living facilities near Morton, Illinois. See the full list.
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