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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Mercer County, IL

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Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 109 independent living facilities in Mercer County, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.

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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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The facility is very clean and the staff have been great so far! The facility was also a great fit because it fit our budget and location needs. Courtyard Estates has proven to be the best choice for my...
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.
The Courtyard Estates of Bushnell is an assisted living community located in the heart of Bushnell, Illinois, just minutes from all that Peoria has to offer. As a modern, home like environment, our assisted living community provides a positive, supportive environment for our residents. We're near...
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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: 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
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: 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: 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, 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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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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Cost of independent living in Mercer County, IL

The average cost of senior living in Mercer County is $2,897 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Rock Island, IL with an average of $2,415 per month.

Independent living costs in Mercer County, IL, vs. nearby counties

Mercer County, IL
$2,897/mo
$2,686/mo
$3,352/mo

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

Mercer County, IL
$2,897/mo
U.S. national average
$4,024/mo

Independent living costs in Mercer County, IL, vs. other senior living options

$4,094/mo
Independent Living
$2,897/mo

Independent living costs in Mercer County, IL, by floor plan type

Studio
$2,889/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,231/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,733/mo

Senior living costs in Mercer County 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: Mercer County, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMercer County, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$2,897/mo$4,334/mo$4,024/mo
Assisted Living$4,094/mo$5,153/mo$4,565/mo
Memory Care$4,094/mo$5,170/mo$4,803/mo
Independent Living
Mercer County, IL:$2,897/mo
Illinois:$4,334/mo
U.S.:$4,024/mo
Assisted Living
Mercer County, IL:$4,094/mo
Illinois:$5,153/mo
U.S.:$4,565/mo
Memory Care
Mercer County, IL:$4,094/mo
Illinois:$5,170/mo
U.S.:$4,803/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Mercer County

Recent reviews for independent living in Mercer County

Fort Armstrong in Rock Island, IL

5.0
I have lived at The Fort Armstrong for almost 5 years and do not regret my choice in moving here. I enjoy the live music and outings we go on.

Bickford of Iowa City

4.9
I would tell others the community was wonderful. I like the personal touches the community did for the residents and families. It was a smaller community all on one level. I wouldn't change anything about the community.

Luther Knoll in Bettendorf, IA

4.5
This place has been great so far! Mom was so worried about moving to an "old folks home", but after seeing how friendly everyone is and what a nice community they've got going here she loves it! She's only been there a little over a month, but she got birthday cards from so many people in the ...
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Mercer County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mercer County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mercer County, 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 Mercer County 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 Mercer County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mercer County, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
8.3%
20.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
13.8%
34%
No sugar
No sugar
11.9%
31.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.8%
33.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1.8%
7.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Mercer County 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 Mercer County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mercer County, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.2%
36.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.3%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
11.9%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mercer County 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 Mercer County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mercer County, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
21.1%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
13.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.6%
32.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.1%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.9%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.9%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
15.6%
43%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.8%
37.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
14.7%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22%
47.4%
Live performances
Live performances
21.1%
47.2%
Dances
Dances
11%
32.4%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.4%
39.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20.2%
46.9%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookstone of Aledo, Holiday Palmer Hills and The Fountains are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mercer County, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 109 independent living facilities near Mercer County, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Mercer County, Illinois are Brookstone of Aledo and Holiday Palmer Hills. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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