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8 Best Independent Living Communities in Keenes, IL

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If you’re looking for independent living in the Keenes 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 Keenes. 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 8 independent living facilities in Keenes, 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 Summersville.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Mount Vernon, Flora and Fairfield.

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Last Updated: 12/24/24
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Photo of Brookstone Estates of Fairfield
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44 Floor plans available
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We are so lucky to have this facility in our town.
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.
Opened in 2001 and recently remodeled in 2013, Brookstone Estates of Fairfield represents the finest in Independent Living and Supportive Living. Located in Fairfield, Illinois, our community is designed to promote creativity and independence within a safe and loving environment. We would love...
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22 Floor plans available
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They offer activities daily. I have had a few meals there and I would say the food is good overall. The staff are amazing. They are so friendly and on top of things. The community is clean and they do...
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 is an affordable assisted living community for older adults and senior citizens, located in Mt. Vernon, Illinois. Here at Heritage Woods we pride ourselves in the ability to provide affordable senior care to those that require the service but can't always afford the high prices. We...
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My mom lived here back in about 2012 and she liked it. I've visited her and thought it was nice. So when my husband died and my children thought this would be great for me. I have been here since January of...
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.
WELCOME TO GREENTREE AT MT. VERNONAt GreenTree at Mt. Vernon, residents enjoy an active, engaging lifestyle that promotes wellness and independence. It is our goal to keep our residents linked to resources and opportunities that will fulfill their needs and interests in the Mt. Vernon area....
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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.
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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
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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.
At Heritage Woods of McLeansboro IL, we boast ourselves as the affordable assisted living offering a really wonderful environment for any senior citizen that is in need. At Heritage Woods we offer a great deal of care for your loved one that you have found needs an assisted living community....
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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.
Rome Meadows is a beautiful, privately owned senior apartment community for adults 55 and up, or those with disabilities in Dix, Illinois. Located between Mt. Vernon, Centralia, and Salem, Rome Meadows is in walking distance of shops, nice restaurants for fine dining, and recreation facilities....
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Cost of independent living in Keenes, IL

The average cost of senior living in Keenes is $3,350 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Xenia, IL with an average of $2,400 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Keenes, IL vs. nearby cities

Keenes, IL
$3,243/mo
$3,633/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Keenes, IL vs. the state and national average

Keenes, IL
$3,243/mo
U.S. national average
$4,019/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Keenes vs. other types of senior living

$3,903/mo
Independent Living
$3,243/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Keenes, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$5,495/mo
Studio
$4,863/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,098/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,648/mo

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 Keenes

Recent reviews for independent living in Keenes

Heritage Woods of Mt Vernon in Mount Vernon, IL

5.0
My loved one is very happy living at Heritage Woods. The staff are doing a good job. The food is good. The community is clean and well taken care of. They offer daily activities.

GreenTree at Mt. Vernon in Mount Vernon, IL

5.0
Living at GreenTree has been the best thing that has happened to [name removed] and I since we retired. They have good food, excellent entertainment and the staff is wonderful. We love living here at GreenTree.

Keenes independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Keenes independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Keenes, 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 Keenes 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 Keenes partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Keenes, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
37.5%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Keenes 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 Keenes communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Keenes, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.5%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
12.5%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Keenes 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 Keenes offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Keenes, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
37.5%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.5%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
37.5%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
37.5%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
37.5%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
37.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
25%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookstone Estates of Fairfield, Heritage Woods of Mt Vernon and GreenTree at Mt. Vernon are the top-rated independent living facilities near Keenes, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 8 independent living facilities near Keenes, Illinois. See the full list.

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