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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Christian County, IL

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 101 independent living facilities in Christian County, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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Photo of Courtyard Estates of Sullivan
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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.
Courtyard Estates of Sullivan is a modern, beautiful assisted living community located in the residential neighborhood of Sullivan, Illinois. You'll enjoy our incredible spaces indoors while also spending plenty of time on our outdoor paths and patios or even under the gazebo. And, when you do...
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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.
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: 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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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
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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.
Castle Manor offers worry-free living, where independence thrives and compassionate care is always nearby. Our beautiful campus offers lovely supportive living options. We welcome you to learn more and visit our community of care, where friendships flourish and families find peace of mind. Live...
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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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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: 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: 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.
Mattoon Tower is an affordable senior housing apartment complex for seniors 55 and older located in Mattoon, Coles County, Illinois. Mattoon Tower is located with easy access to nearby shopping centers, medical facilities, and public transportation. At Mattoon Tower, our loved ones maintain their...
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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.
Our 12 studio apartment home offers a wide range of services for those looking to maintain their independence in a close knit community. We offer a safe and secure environment for active, independent seniors. Our amenities range from personalized apartments to restaurant quality meals. The...

Cost of independent living in Christian County, IL

The average cost of senior living in Christian County is $3,384 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Macon, IL with an average of $3,012 per month.

Independent living costs in Christian County, IL, vs. nearby counties

Christian County, IL
$3,384/mo
$3,461/mo

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

Christian County, IL
$3,384/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Christian County, IL, vs. other senior living options

$4,447/mo
Independent Living
$3,384/mo

Independent living costs in Christian County, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$6,533/mo
Studio
$3,847/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,375/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,663/mo

Senior living costs in Christian County 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: Christian County, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeChristian County, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,384/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,440/mo$5,149/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,447/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Christian County, IL:$3,384/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Christian County, IL:$4,440/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Christian County, IL:$4,447/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Christian County, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Christian County 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
Christian County, IL$2,602/mo$2,552/mo+2.0%
Illinois$3,121/mo$3,019/mo+3.4%
National$3,246/mo$3,151/mo+3.0%
Christian County, IL
2024 average cost:$2,602/mo
2023 average cost:$2,552/mo
Percent change:+2.0%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$3,121/mo
2023 average cost:$3,019/mo
Percent change:+3.4%
National
2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,151/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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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 Christian County

Recent reviews for independent living in Christian County

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.

Randall Residence of Decatur

5.0
Everything is wonderful and clean at this community. The staff are very nice and attentive to my aunt and especially in her time of need after losing her dog. My aunt is adjusting well and has gained 10 pounds since staying with the community. My aunt loves the meals provided, she reads me the ...
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Eastland Retirement Community in Auburn, IL

5.0
I like this community for the excellent care for my mom. The staff is always active for the care for my mom. The meals are very good with a nice variety. They do offer the residents to get involved with the activities. The environment here is outstanding. We would highly recommend this community ...
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Christian County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Christian County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Christian County, 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 Christian County 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 Christian County 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
24.7%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
22.5%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.2%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Christian County 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 Christian County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Christian County, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.1%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
28.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
22.5%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.9%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Christian County 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 Christian County 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
15.7%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.2%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
42.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
39.3%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.3%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.7%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20.2%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.7%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
36%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
20.2%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.5%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Carriage Crossing Rochester, Rochester Estates Senior Living and The Glenwood Supportive Living of Greenville are the top-rated independent living facilities near Christian County, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 101 independent living facilities near Christian County, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Christian County, Illinois are The Glenwood Supportive Living of Greenville, Villas of Holly Brook Chatham and Villas of Holly Brook Effingham. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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