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6 Best Independent Living Communities in Griswold, IL
If you’re looking for independent living in the Griswold 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 Griswold. 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 6 independent living facilities in Griswold, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Pontiac, Gilman and Fairbury.
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10 reviews
My experience with finding a place for my Dad at Heritage Woods of Dwight was very nice. The administration people answered all my questions and concerns and made the process easy for me and my Father. My...
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.
Heritage Woods of Dwight is an assisted living community located in Dwight, IL. Dwight, which contains a stretch of the original famous U.S. Route 66, lies 80 miles southwest of Chicago. The town boasts a rich history, and is home to numerous landmarks and monuments. With well-preserved...
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What our family likes the most about The Pointe at Pontiac is the great communication, my mother is no longer there-moved to memory care so we were sad to see her move. Based on the experience we have had so...
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 Pointe at Pontiac senior supportive living provides apartment-style housing with personal care and other supportive services to adults age 65 and older. Our living environment enables seniors to maintain an active and independent lifestyle.The Pointe at Pontiac senior supportive living allows...
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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
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.
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Cost of independent living in Griswold, IL
The average cost of senior living in Griswold is $3,187 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Chatsworth, IL with an average of $2,927 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Griswold, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Griswold, IL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Griswold vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Griswold, IL by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Griswold
Recent reviews for independent living in Griswold
The Pointe at Pontiac
4.0
It's very clean and a good atmosphere overall. The last 2 months, there have been some staff changes in all departments. I think they're just going through growing pains right now, which is understandable. It's still a great place and the residents' needs are being met. They just have to get ...
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Heritage Woods of Dwight
5.0
Very knowledgeable and caring staff. Modern updates, something to do for everyone. My mom seems to like it there and is adjusting very well. Staff has been very helpful in getting her adjusted and in a routine due to her dementia. Highly recommend
Griswold independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Griswold independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Griswold, 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 Griswold 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 Griswold partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Griswold, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
20%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Griswold 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 Griswold communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Griswold, ILNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
20%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Griswold 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 Griswold offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Griswold, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
27.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
20%
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 Dwight, The Pointe at Pontiac and Arcadia Care Clifton are the top-rated independent living facilities near Griswold, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 6 independent living facilities near Griswold, Illinois. See the full list.
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