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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Oakford, IL
If you’re looking for independent living in the Oakford 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 Oakford. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
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We have really enjoyed the experience for our loved one at Timber Creek Village. The communication with the staff is pretty good. I would appreciate a little more feedback about our loved one once in a...
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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.
Timber Creek Village of Lincoln is a family-owned assisted living community located in Lincoln, IL. The city of Lincoln is in Logan County and is home to about 14,500 people. Lincoln is a small town with a country feeling and beautiful views. Residents can enjoy spending time shopping with...
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Villas of South Park Chatham is a beautiful facility. The staff is caring and responds quickly to my loved one's needs. They offer a lot of activities, although not a lot to his particular interests. The...
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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, Memory Care
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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.
Never before have elegance and value been so perfectly defined in a beautifully master planned community. We are committed to standards of excellence in design, construction, amenities, lifestyle, security and affordability.Being faith based and family owned and operated, we assure that our...
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A good place to live. I came from living independently to here so there are a lot of changes and compromises for me, but so far I love it here. For my needs this place works great for me. It's not perfect...
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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Overall I think it's going pretty well. There are a reasonable variety of things going on. She doesn't seem to like the food, but we have eaten it and it seems okay. I think you get your moneys worth here, I...
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.
Looking for a great place for Mom or Dad? Look no further! St. Francis Woods is a very unique home for seniors. We sit on 10 lovely acres with plenty of trees and wildlife to make you smile. Come sit in our large, inviting sunroom and watch the flurry of adorable activity in our aviary or just...
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We are so happy we found this community for my father-in-law. The staff is so friendly and accommodating. You get a very welcoming feeling when you come in and it is very home like because he has his 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.
At Bickford, we believe the golden years should be golden. Your loved one will be immersed in a world of homemade culinary delights, continuous caregiver companionship, and a myriad of enjoyable social engagements. Our commitment to their best life is unwavering, powered by our renowned...
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This is a brand new clean community. My mother in law loves it here. The community offers transportation. They like that there is an exercise room, media room and a common area to socialize. The community...
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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.
Morton Estates features brand new one and two bedroom apartment homes designed exclusively for adults 55 and over. Each spacious floor plan includes modern amenities you would expect to find in a luxury home, at affordable rental rates: a fully-equipped gourmet kitchen with energy-efficient...
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Everyone at Holly Brook takes such a good care of my father. The director, [name removed], was welcoming and helpful, and the head of nursing, [name removed], has gone above and beyond every step of the...
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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.
THE INDEPENDENCE YOU WANT ... THE DAILY ASSISTANCE YOU NEED. The Villas of Holly Brook is an Assisted Living Community that offers residents carefree, retirement living at its finest. We'll do it ALL! We'll cook, clean and do the laundry. We also take care of the lawn and remove snow and ice...
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The facility is very comfortable and well kept. The entire staff, from the director to the resident assistants, are very caring and helpful. They go above and beyond and really do everything possible to...
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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.
“A location you’ll like…A lifestyle you’ll love!”This is our pledge and promise.Pleasant Hill Village was founded in 1905 as a ministry of the Church of the Brethren. We are nestled on 34 acres of rolling hillside in the country, away from the hustle and bustle, providing our residents with the...
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I'am very pleased with my move to this community. Everything is working out very well. I really like this community. Everyone has been very kind, and welcoming. The staff is very kind, and helpful. They do 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.
Mission At St. Augustine Manor we are passionately committed to making a difference in our residents' lives by providing service of highest quality and value in a supportive environment, promoting the health, independence, and social interaction of seniors. Company Overview Family living in a...
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The facilities themselves were super incredibly clean which stood out to us right away on the tour and based on our experience so far with Washington Villas, we would definitely recommend to other...
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.
Never before have elegance and value been so perfectly defined ina beautifully master planned Community. The Villas is committed to standards of excellence in design, construction, amenities, lifestyle, security and affordability.We are a place where every resident can live their life to the...
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My mother lived here long term, and I will always recommend B'nai B'rith Building #2. Staff was always helpful and maintenance issues promptly resolved. Building clean and apartments are clean and nice. Lots...
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.
B'Nai B'Rith Apartments is a senior living community in the beautiful city of Peoria, Illinois. Peoria, which is one of the state's oldest settlements, is the county seat of Peoria County. It is known for its vibrant culture, as it offers an abundance of museums, performing arts centers and...
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I moved here in [date removed]. The staff is wonderful, accommodating and very friendly. The activities they offer are great. Outside our residences are beautiful trees, hillsides, picnic tables, and covered...
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.
Galena Park Terrace Apartments is located in the beautiful town of Peoria Heights, Peoria County, Illinois. Peoria Heights is absolutely gorgeous with historic beauty and sights to see all through-out town. This is the perfect place for afternoon walks through the old world walkways with...
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My mom just spent two weeks at our home for Easter. She told of some things there that is how I rated it. Some workers are excellent but others can't read letters to her and she is blind. One of the nurses...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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What a great visit I had with my grandma's friend! Everyone was so friendly and welcoming. The smell was so nice as we entered the building. I was very impressed, as a supportive living establishment it...
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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.
Come and be spoiled!Timberlake Senior Living is Springfield Illinois’s newest Supportive Living Community. At Timberlake Senior Living our sole purpose is to help seniors maintain their independence. Timberlake provides housing and supportive services to seniors 65+ who may need assistance with...
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.
Riverview Estates is a senior housing community for seniors 55 years and older in Riverton, Burlington County, New Jersey. The senior apartments are located on a green beautiful area just overlooking the river. The overall air in the community is a quiet, warm and peaceful one with expansive...
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My brother is doing good in this community. He likes that cleanliness and is wanting a smaller room. The staff is helpful and we would recommend this community to others to enjoying living here.
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.
Homestead Place is an independent senior housing residence located in Springfield, Sangamon County, IL. Surrounded by a modern town the community has a suburban feel and the residents can enjoy town life. Also located nearby are schools, medical facilities and shopping areas where residents can...
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.
Seasons offers one and two bedroom, ground-level, private, luxury apartments. All on one level, with no steps, no stairs and no waiting for elevators! Interconnecting corridors bring friends and neighbors together in the community area which includes a great room with fireplace, game room,...
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.
Washington PlazaWashington Plaza comprises of high-end 100 units only 2.6 miles from the Springfield, Sangamon County, Illinois. Springfield lies on a flat plain and the surrounding is mostly a hilly terrain. Washington Plaza is near the breathtaking Sangamon and Lake Springfield, which are ideal...
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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.
For all of you that have reached the age of retirement but don't want to reside at home due to various reasons, perhaps the thought of an independent living facility has crossed your mind. Independent living is designed for active adults who are looking to enjoy retirement with the most...
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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: 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 actually stayed at this facility for 4 nights visiting my mother. I was so impressed with the entire staff and medical care given to my mother. The cafeteria ladies were amazing, food was very tasty. ...
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.
Cost of independent living in Oakford, IL
The average cost of senior living in Oakford is $3,151 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Middletown, IL with an average of $2,954 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Oakford, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Oakford, IL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about independent living in Oakford
Recent reviews for independent living in Oakford
Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Springfield
4.9
The facility was extremely open and friendly to all family members. The facility worked with us to get my mom acclimated to the place and try different solutions.
Gateway at River City in Peoria, IL
5.0
I absolutely love it here at Gateway. There are lots of activities, food is good, most residents are real nice and easy to get along with. The staff is wonderful. I’m friends with many residents who are awesome. Definitely worth living here.
Heartis Village of Peoria
3.6
They struggle keeping it staffed as all I imagine all places do.
the location was great for our family, my sister ultimately made the decision to move here.
Oakford independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Oakford independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Oakford, 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 Oakford 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 Oakford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Availability of select dining options in Oakford 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 Oakford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
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Availability of select programs and activities in Oakford 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 Oakford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
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Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
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Devotional activities on-site
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Outings / off-site activities
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Piano or organ
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Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
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Educational speakers / life long learning
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Frequently Asked Questions
Carriage Crossing Rochester, The Montvale Senior Living and Brenden Gardens are the top-rated independent living facilities near Oakford, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 106 independent living facilities near Oakford, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facilities near you in Oakford, Illinois are Carriage Crossing Rochester and The Montvale Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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