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Halloween at Hollybrook is a blast for everyone! The kids had such a good time in their costumes. Everyone was so nice and fun and really took the time to talk to the kids as they have them candy! Staff is...
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 Villas of Holly Brook is the premier assisted living community in Southern Illinois. We are managed by Meridian Senior Living, a national leader in providing quality care for seniors. The community offers 1BR, 2BR, and 2BR deluxe apartment floor plans. Our staffing includes a 40-hour /week RN...
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They are so thoughtful and caring and made sure the whole family was comfortable through a very difficult time. I would recommend to others
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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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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The staff at this community are friendly and helpful. She loves the food and they keep the community clean. They offer daily activities. I would have to say the administration is a two. If the nurses need...
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.
Carbondale, Illinois is known for its community celebrations. Prairie Living at Chautauqua is an assisted living community whose residents have abundant opportunities for activities and community involvement, as well as a variety of religious and spiritual options. Known as 'Town of Poets' due to...
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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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We just moved my mom in here. It's really good so far. We like it because it's close by for one thing. It's not quite as nice as were she was but it's more affordable. They have lots of activities. They have...
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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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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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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One of the best facilities in the area. It has the feel of a resort instead of an assisted living facility. The staff is awesome. The food is wonderful. They use fresh food not just heat and serve from a...
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.
Memory Care Coming Soon! Wait list now forming. Sunshine Gardens is one of the largest independently owned assisted living facilities in Southern Illinois offering full spectrum of services at an affordable fee. We recognize that each individual has his or her own personal needs and we focus on...
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Cost of independent living in Carbondale, IL

The average cost of senior living in Carbondale is $3,742 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Murphysboro, IL with an average of $3,633 per month.

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

Carbondale, IL
$3,742/mo
$3,851/mo

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

Carbondale, IL
$3,742/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$4,320/mo
Independent Living
$3,742/mo

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

Studio
$6,600/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,369/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,826/mo

Senior living costs in Carbondale 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: Carbondale, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeCarbondale, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,742/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,320/mo$5,149/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,320/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Carbondale, IL:$3,742/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Carbondale, IL:$4,320/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Carbondale, IL:$4,320/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Carbondale

Recent reviews for independent living in Carbondale

Sunshine Gardens in Marion, IL

5.0
We have been very pleased with them. The food is really good there. We have eaten there like 3 or 4 times and have enjoyed it every time, it's all home cooked. It's open and airy, with a Florida resort feel, and she really liked that, it's one of the reasons we chose them.

The Landings at Reed Station Crossing in Carbondale, IL

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I wish it was a little cheaper since mom is on a fixed income. I wish they had a few more activities for the memory care folks. Based on the experience we have had with The Landings, we would recommend this community to other families who may need a place for their loved ones.

Prairie Living at Chautauqua in Carbondale, IL

5.0
I like that my parents live in a place that is extremely convenient for me. My patents are happy with the meals they are provided, no complaints at all. They keep the facility clean and beautiful in and out. The staff are very attentive and helped get my parents to be more active. We came up ...
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Carbondale independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Carbondale independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Carbondale, 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 Carbondale 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 Carbondale partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Carbondale, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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34.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Carbondale 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 Carbondale communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
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36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Carbondale 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 Carbondale offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Carbondale, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
45.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
20%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
30%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
30%
47.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Villas of Holly Brook Herrin, The Landings at Reed Station Crossing and Century Assisted Living are the top-rated independent living facilities near Carbondale, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 10 independent living facilities near Carbondale, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Carbondale, Illinois is Villas of Holly Brook Herrin. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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