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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.
West Downer Place ApartmentsWest Downer Place Apartments is a senior housing community situated in the historic suburb of Aurora, Kane County, Illinois. Our welcoming community is located within walking distance from a park and a well-stocked library. Aurora is also filled with historic sites and...
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Great place for non active seniors as it lacks active activities. Lack of management and maintenance staff for several months was/is disappointing. Good location for stores and restaurants, many within...
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.
Anderson Farms Apartments is nestled in the countryside and offers a quiet, peaceful setting. At Anderson Farms Apartments, you can enjoy the fresh country air while taking a stroll or tending to your own gardening bed. Or just relax and enjoy the views. Located in Montgomery, Illinois, Anderson...
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: 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: 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: 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: 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.
Evergreen Place 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....
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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 Lee Center, IL

The average cost of senior living in Lee Center is $3,421 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rochelle, IL with an average of $3,067 per month.

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

Lee Center, IL
$3,421/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

Independent living costs in Lee Center, IL, vs. other senior living options

$7,526/mo
Independent Living
$3,421/mo

Independent living costs in Lee Center, IL, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,940/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,949/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,970/mo

Senior living costs in Lee Center 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: Lee Center, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLee Center, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,421/mo$3,342/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,540/mo$6,329/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,526/mo$7,681/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Lee Center, IL:$3,421/mo
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Lee Center, IL:$5,540/mo
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Lee Center, IL:$7,526/mo
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Lee Center

Recent reviews for independent living in Lee Center

Heritage Woods of Belvidere

5.0
I am very content living at Heritage Woods. My apartment is very comfortable and convenient. The nurses and CNAs are very attentive and convenient. The food is good and I may also eat in my room if I so desire. There are activities every day. Also a small store 2 days a week.

The Reserve of Geneva

5.0
Dad lived here and had many wonderful friends! I am so thankful for the wonderful people he met and experiences he had here. The management helped to get a new occupant into his home quicker than expected (probably because he had granite counter-tops) and we got his entrance fee returned which ...
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Bickford of Oswego

5.0
We absolutely love it there, and everyone is so nice. Our loved is very happy there. The rooms are very nice, they offer three different types of rooms with different prices associated with them. Our loved one is now in the largest of the three. The people there are all wonderful, we are never ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and helpful staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and efficiency of the staff at various communities, such as Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village and Peterson Meadows, making residents and their families feel welcome and well-cared for.
Delicious and diverse meals. The quality of food is a common theme in many reviews, with residents at communities like TLC Living Community, Fairhaven Christian Retirement, and Morning Star Village expressing satisfaction with the variety and taste of the meals provided.
Engaging and inclusive activities. Residents enjoy the range of activities offered in communities, such as singing, gardening, and social events, which help keep them active and engaged, as mentioned in reviews for TLC Living Community, Fairhaven Christian Retirement, and Carriage Oaks.
Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews consistently highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of the living spaces in communities, including private rooms and common areas, as noted in reviews for Independence Village Rockford, Plum Landing Retirement Community, and Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village.
Supportive and caring community atmosphere. Many reviews express appreciation for the sense of community and support among residents and staff, with residents at Independence Village Rockford, Fairhaven Christian Retirement, and Carriage Oaks feeling valued and cared for in their new homes.
Accessible and convenient location. Residents and their families often mention the ease of access to amenities and services, as well as the proximity to loved ones and familiar places, as reasons for choosing communities like Peterson Meadows, Independence Village Rockford, and Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village.
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Lee Center independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lee Center independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lee Center, 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 Lee Center 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 Lee Center partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Lee Center, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.8%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20.2%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
18%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.7%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.8%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Lee Center 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 Lee Center communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lee Center, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.6%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
22.8%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
8%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lee Center 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 Lee Center offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Lee Center, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
37.3%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.9%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.2%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
39.4%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
31.8%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
45.1%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
36%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.6%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.4%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
29.8%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
19.4%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
35.2%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.5%
40.8%
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