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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Michael, IL

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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: 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: 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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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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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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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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My parents chose to live in Meridian village because it was a Christian-based organization, and it was ranked one of the best in the area. They were very pleased with the kind and loving care that they...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
Meridian Village is a Continuing Care Retirement Community located in Glen Carbon/Edwardsville, IL area. This beautiful community is situated on 31 acres and features a pond and walking trails. Meridian Village offers a full range of senior living options: * Independent Living offers 2 bedroom...
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Moved into a two bedroom apartment with beautiful lake view in mid-November. [Name removed] the Residency Director was very helpful in answering questions and making each resident feel that their needs were...
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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.
Cape Albeon offers retirement and assisted living opportunities for seniors. A distinctive and charming senior living community, Cape Albeon, offers numerous amenities including an indoor pool and fitness area, activity centers, restaurant-style dining, a library, and an on-site beauty salon. A...
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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.
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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: 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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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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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.
Bethesda Dilworth, St. Louis’ premier nursing care residence, continues to earn its reputation as an outstanding leader by providing the highest quality nursing care for St. Louis seniors. With a reputation for excellence in medical and nursing care, Bethesda Dilworth is home to over 350...
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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.
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Provides: Independent Living, Home Care
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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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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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It's a good facility. the apt sizes were good and they offered different size apts. I would definitely recommend this community to others
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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Michael, IL

The average cost of senior living in Michael is $3,659 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Jerseyville, IL with an average of $3,300 per month.

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

Michael, IL
$3,659/mo
U.S. national average
$3,520/mo

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

$6,603/mo
Independent Living
$3,659/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,018/mo
Studio
$2,875/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,541/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,432/mo

Senior living costs in Michael 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: Michael, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMichael, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,659/mo$3,342/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living$5,444/mo$6,329/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,603/mo$7,681/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Michael, IL:$3,659/mo
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Michael, IL:$5,444/mo
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Michael, IL:$6,603/mo
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
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Independent living costs in Michael, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Michael 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.

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Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Michael, IL$3,487/mo$3,345/mo+4.3%
Illinois$3,221/mo$3,061/mo+5.2%
National$3,416/mo$3,319/mo+2.9%
Michael, IL
2024 average cost:$3,487/mo
2023 average cost:$3,345/mo
Percent change:+4.3%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$3,221/mo
2023 average cost:$3,061/mo
Percent change:+5.2%
National
2024 average cost:$3,416/mo
2023 average cost:$3,319/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
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What families are saying about independent living in Michael

Recent reviews for independent living in Michael

Twin Oaks Estate in O'Fallon, MO

5.0
Twin Oaks and their other facility are amazing! Even housekeeping is friendly and they don't cut corners. [Name removed], who gets you checked in, takes you on tours of the whole facility, answering any and all questions. The nursing staff always has time to help or advise families as life ...
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Lutheran Senior Services At Breeze Park in St. Charles, MO

4.0
They are pretty good. It's very clean. The staff is pretty friendly. They have stuff going on for activities, but they told me they take them out at least once a week, they told us they had a bus with a lift, and they don't. They told us when she was there she would be able to eat in any of the ...
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Michael independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Michael independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Michael, 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 Michael 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 Michael 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
20%
18.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.6%
30.5%
No sugar
No sugar
26.5%
27.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
29.9%
29.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
7.1%
9.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Michael 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 Michael communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Michael, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
30.9%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
41.3%
38.3%
Room service
Room service
36.7%
32.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18%
15.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Michael 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 Michael offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Michael, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.8%
39.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
27.4%
25.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50.8%
41.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
45.9%
43.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
52.9%
47.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40.6%
37.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.3%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
38.7%
36.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.6%
41.6%
Live performances
Live performances
44.1%
41.2%
Dances
Dances
30.7%
29.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40.5%
35.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.9%
40.8%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Garden Villas of O'Fallon, The Glenwood Supportive Living of Staunton and Creek Valley Retirement Community are the top-rated independent living facilities near Michael, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 207 independent living facilities near Michael, Illinois. See the full list.
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The best independent living facilities near you in Michael, Illinois are Garden Villas of O'Fallon, The Glenwood Supportive Living of Staunton and Avalon Park Independent Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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