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9 Best Independent Living Communities in Effner, IL
If you’re looking for independent living in the Effner area, our local senior living advisors can help you each step of the way. From affordable independent living for seniors to luxury options, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of independent living in Effner. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 9 independent living facilities in Effner, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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We recently had to switch from assisted living to memory care and the staff was excellent in helping. The facility common areas are in excellent shape. My father in laws new room stinks like urine that we...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Many people are seeking out affordable senior housing, but they do not want to compromise on the quality of care. Heritage Woods of Watseka in Iroquois County, Illinois can provide you with the affordability and quality of care you want for your senior loved one. There are many great things to...
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The apartments are very nice. Very clean and they have a cleaning lady that will come in when wanted. The apartments are independent living, but if there is an emergency, the nursing home side will come to...
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.
Starting at $X,XXX+ monthly
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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.
Welcome HomeAutumn Trace is a privately-owned company with a history of operation in rural Indiana, specializing in a hands-on approach to catered independent and assisted living. With management close by, no issue is without a quick resolution and flexibility is always an option. We provide an...
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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.
Autumn Trace Senior Living Communities are designed to support the ability for seniors to age-in-place and experience a lifestyle that honors their independence. For aging adults who may need additional support beyond the amenities included in the monthly fee, we offer services to accommodate...
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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Cost of independent living in Effner, IL
The average cost of senior living in Effner is $4,174 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rossville, IL with an average of $2,248 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Effner, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Effner, IL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Effner vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Effner, IL by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Effner
Recent reviews for independent living in Effner
Heritage Woods of Watseka
4.5
The community is always very clean. The staff has been nothing short of helpful. My mother really enjoys staying here. He care is wonderful and the community always seems to help at anyway they can. They have fun activities all through the month. I love that I can look at the calendar and see ...
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Effner independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Effner independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Effner, 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 Effner 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 Effner 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
20%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Effner 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 Effner communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
20%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Effner 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 Effner offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
80%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
27.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
80%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
20%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
40%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Heritage Woods of Watseka, Arcadia Care Clifton and Autumn Trace Senior Communities Kentland are the top-rated independent living facilities near Effner, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 9 independent living facilities near Effner, Illinois. See the full list.
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