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Photo of Magnolia Senior Living
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The food is great. They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They have a lot of great activities. They offer; crafts, movie night, art, workout facilities, trainers, happy hour, and religious opportunities. I...
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.
We, at Magnolia Assisted Living, are committed to providing a highly personalized assisted living experience, complete with a full range of services to maintain your mother’s lifestyle preferences. We recognize that striking a balance between community and individuality is as unique as each...
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When you first enter the building you are greeted by a friendly person who can answer any question you may have. Everywhere you go everything is pristine throughout the building. The nurses are very helpful...
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.
Alvernia Manor sits atop 80 beautiful acres in Lemont,Il, just southwest of Chicago. We first opened our doors in l971 as a nonprofit private pay home for seniors. We are operated by the School Sisters of St.Francis of Christ the King and we welcome seniors of all races and religions. Alvernia...
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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.
McKenzie Falls is a 105 townhome rental development for seniors age 62 and over. Certain income restrictions apply.McKenzie Falls Rental Residences are all 1bedroom, 1 bath, attached ranch style homes conveniently located in a quiet residential setting just east of Rte. 53.All residences include...
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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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Smith Crossing Continuing Care Retirement Community - Orland Park, IL Smith Crossing, one of two Smith Senior Living communities, located in the Village of Orland Park, Illinois, is a Continuing Care Retirement Community that’s backed by the strength and experience of Smith Senior...

Cost of independent living in Hastings, IL

The average cost of senior living in Hastings is $5,946 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Palos Heights, IL with an average of $4,749 per month.

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

Hastings, IL
$5,946/mo
$5,991/mo

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

Hastings, IL
$5,946/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

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

$5,477/mo
Independent Living
$5,946/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,933/mo
Studio
$5,546/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,741/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,560/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$5,177/mo

Senior living costs in Hastings 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: Hastings, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeHastings, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$5,946/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$5,423/mo$5,149/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$5,477/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Hastings, IL:$5,946/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Hastings, IL:$5,423/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Hastings, IL:$5,477/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Hastings, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Hastings 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Hastings, IL$4,018/mo$3,605/mo+11.5%
Illinois$3,094/mo$3,076/mo+0.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
Hastings, IL
2024 average cost:$4,018/mo
2023 average cost:$3,605/mo
Percent change:+11.5%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$3,094/mo
2023 average cost:$3,076/mo
Percent change:+0.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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What families are saying about independent living in Hastings

Recent reviews for independent living in Hastings

Liberty Village in Elmhurst, IL

5.0
I could not be happier with the Liberty Village community is every regard. [name removed] and [name removed] has been amazing and I am very happy that my father is there. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other families.

Royal Estates Assistive Living in Dolton, IL

4.9
We were looking for place for our Mother to live near us. After touring a fair amount of facilities in Southern suburbs, we had almost give up. Then my sister and I found Royal Estates. After meeting with the staff there we thought this might be good fit for Mother. We learned that the services ...
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Victory Centre of Elk Grove in Elk Grove Village, IL

5.0
My brother lives in Victory Centre of Elk Grove Village, IL. I visit him frequently and I have found it to be Clean, Friendly and warm. The Staff from Administration to Nursing, Dining, and Maintence are all warm and caring, they know the residents' names, are respectful and always willing ...
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Hastings independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Hastings independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Hastings, 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 Hastings 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 Hastings 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
55.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
61.8%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
55.9%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
52.9%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
17.6%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Hastings 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 Hastings communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
55.9%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
67.6%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
52.9%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.5%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Hastings 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 Hastings offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
70.6%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
55.9%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
58.8%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
67.6%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
70.6%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
76.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
67.6%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
64.7%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
61.8%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
70.6%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
70.6%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
44.1%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
52.9%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
70.6%
47%
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