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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.
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.
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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Windsor Park Rehab is the best facility by far, staff is so genuinely caring and their team is always available to speak to family at all times, always keeping you updated on your loved ones. Will highly...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
A nationally accredited lifecare retirement community set on an impeccably manicured 60-acre campus, Windsor Park Manor offers the tranquility and charm of a country home. We offer the largest variety of retirement lifestyles and services in Chicago’s western suburbs— a residential style for...
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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.
The Village at Our Lady of Angels provides seniors with an independent living community in Joliet, IL. This community offers a great place to live. Joliet is a part of the counties of Kendall and Will. Joliet offers much to do and see, and residents and their guests enjoy checking out the Joliet...
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.
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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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Photo of Marycrest Village Apartments
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.
Photo of Wayne Retirement Villa
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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My mother had Alzheimer's. She stayed at The Vines. First I should say that the owners are personal friends of mine for over 40 years. But don't write off my review. The owners are not some big...
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.
Photo of Forest Apartments
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: 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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My loved one has only been here a short time, but so far our experience has been a positive one. They were very helpful and welcoming during the move-in process, and the staff in their assisted living...
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.
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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.
Photo of Bloomingdale Horizon
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.
Bloomingdale Horizon Independent Living for Seniors...a social life in full swing. There's a sing-along in the game room...a barbecue on the patio...an easy chair in the library calling your name.  At Bloomingdale Horizon, it's how we celebrate the fine art of living!  Here you can...
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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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Very nice apartment living. Advertised as a no smoking building, but smokers congregate at front door, well within the required 15 b feet. No participation in the community by management. Love the...
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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I’ve lived here since October 2016, on the Indepent side I moved from Missouri to be near my daughter in Mendota. The majority of residents ate from LaSalle and Lee counties in Illinois, andthey all are very...
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.
Mendota Retirement Community is an assisted living community located in Mendota, Illinois. Located minutes from the center of town, our assisted and independent living community provides easy access for families while providing a peaceful setting for our residents. You'll enjoy our beautiful...
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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
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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.
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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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.

Cost of independent living in Little Rock, IL

The average cost of senior living in Little Rock is $4,937 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Shabbona, IL with an average of $3,423 per month.

Independent living costs in Little Rock, IL, vs. nearby cities

Little Rock, IL
$4,937/mo
$4,168/mo
$4,192/mo

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

Little Rock, IL
$4,937/mo
U.S. national average
$4,024/mo

Independent living costs in Little Rock, IL, vs. other senior living options

$5,679/mo
Independent Living
$4,937/mo

Independent living costs in Little Rock, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,000/mo
Studio
$2,735/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,559/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,475/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,479/mo

Senior living costs in Little Rock 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: Little Rock, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLittle Rock, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$4,937/mo$4,334/mo$4,024/mo
Assisted Living$5,643/mo$5,153/mo$4,565/mo
Memory Care$5,679/mo$5,170/mo$4,803/mo
Independent Living
Little Rock, IL:$4,937/mo
Illinois:$4,334/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
Assisted Living
Little Rock, IL:$5,643/mo
Illinois:$5,153/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Memory Care
Little Rock, IL:$5,679/mo
Illinois:$5,170/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
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Independent living costs in Little Rock, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Little Rock 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Little Rock, IL$3,201/mo$3,163/mo+1.2%
Illinois$3,106/mo$3,068/mo+1.3%
National$3,256/mo$3,166/mo+2.8%
Little Rock, IL
2024 average cost:$3,201/mo
2023 average cost:$3,163/mo
Percent change:+1.2%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$3,106/mo
2023 average cost:$3,068/mo
Percent change:+1.3%
National
2024 average cost:$3,256/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.8%
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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 Little Rock

Recent reviews for independent living in Little Rock

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.

Shepherd of Harvard

5.0
I am very happy with the care that my mother is getting at this very nice and home feeling community. The staff is wonderful and very attentive. I like that the community is clean. <y mother is really liking the activities and she likes what is offered. We would highly recommend this small ...
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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.

Little Rock independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Little Rock independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Little Rock, 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 Little Rock 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 Little Rock 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
33.6%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.6%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
36.3%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
36.6%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Little Rock 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 Little Rock communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
39.8%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.9%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
37.3%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.4%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Little Rock 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 Little Rock offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.3%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
56.7%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
54.4%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
65.5%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.5%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
43.1%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
45.8%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.5%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
51.6%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
35%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.3%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.2%
46.9%
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Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, Brookdale Northbrook and The Timbers of Shorewood are the top-rated independent living facilities near Little Rock, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 432 independent living facilities near Little Rock, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Little Rock, Illinois are Huntley Springs Retirement Resort, The Timbers of Shorewood and Clarendale of Algonquin. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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