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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.
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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.
HARVARD RANCH FOR SENIORS IS A 23 APARTMENT BUILDING ALL ON ONE FLOOR. APTS. INCLUDE STOVE FRIDGE AND GAS HEAT AND GAS COOKING. CENTRAL AIR AND PARKING. RESIDENT MUST BE 60 YEARS OF AGE AND HAVE INCOME BELOW 32,OOO PER YEAR.
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I am very impressed with the caring and attentive staff. They impress me as having genuine interest in the residents they serve.
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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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, Senior Apartments
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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.
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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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.
Village Cooperative of Clinton, IA There is an exciting new senior independent living option available in Clinton! The Village Cooperative of Clinton will be located in northwest part of the city. The cooperative will consist of 44 new homes. Residents will have the choice of expertly designed...
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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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Cost of independent living in Ashton, IL

The average cost of senior living in Ashton is $3,734 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lee, IL with an average of $3,118 per month.

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

Ashton, IL
$3,734/mo
$3,297/mo

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

Ashton, IL
$3,734/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$5,068/mo
Independent Living
$3,734/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,030/mo
Studio
$4,831/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,258/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,332/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,868/mo

Senior living costs in Ashton 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: Ashton, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAshton, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,734/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,971/mo$5,149/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,068/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Ashton, IL:$3,734/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Ashton, IL:$4,971/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Ashton, IL:$5,068/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Ashton, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Ashton 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Ashton, IL$3,963/mo$4,188/mo-5.4%
Illinois$3,094/mo$3,076/mo+0.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Ashton, IL
2024 average cost:$3,963/mo
2023 average cost:$4,188/mo
Percent change:-5.4%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$3,094/mo
2023 average cost:$3,076/mo
Percent change:+0.6%
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2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in Ashton

Recent reviews for independent living in Ashton

Silver Glen Senior Living in South Elgin, IL

4.7
I would definitely recommend Silver Glen Senior Living to others. The facility itself is great, the rooms are really nice, and everyone seems so nice and welcoming. Another great thing they have is they work with a company that provides Physical therapy, Speech and OT on the premises.. so ...
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Shepherd of Harvard

5.0
I am very happy with the care that my mother is getting at this very nice and home feeling community. The staff is wonderful and very attentive. I like that the community is clean. <y mother is really liking the activities and she likes what is offered. We would highly recommend this small ...
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Heritage Woods of Belvidere

5.0
I am very content living at Heritage Woods. My apartment is very comfortable and convenient. The nurses and CNAs are very attentive and convenient. The food is good and I may also eat in my room if I so desire. There are activities every day. Also a small store 2 days a week.

Ashton independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ashton independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ashton, 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 Ashton 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 Ashton 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
21.8%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
18%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.3%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Ashton 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 Ashton communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
21.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
23.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.8%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ashton 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 Ashton offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
36.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.6%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.8%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
49.6%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.8%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.3%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.8%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.1%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
21.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.1%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.3%
47%
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Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, TLC Living Community and Brighton Gardens of St. Charles are the top-rated independent living facilities near Ashton, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 149 independent living facilities near Ashton, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Ashton, Illinois are Brighton Gardens of St. Charles and Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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