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This is a great community for care. The staff is outstanding and they keep me informed on any changes. They offer great home cooking and we like that she does participate in the activities with the other...
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.
Kelly House is an assisted living community located in Evansville, WI. Evansville is thirty minutes from Wisconsin's capital, Madison, and is home to eighteen-acre Lake Leota. Family and friends visiting Kelly House will have plenty to enjoy in Evansville, like the annual Fall Studio Tour by the...
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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.
At the Academy you’ll find 33 - 1 and 2 bedroom apartment homes for those 55 and better. The Academy overlooks the beautiful countryside of southwest Wisconsin. The grounds at The Academy boast ample places to walk, enjoy nature, and just spend quiet time. The historic architecture and beauty of...
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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: 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.
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The staff is awesome. I think they are taking a good job taking care of her, she is always clean. They are very attentive to her. They always stop to visit with us, and her, when we are in the common area....
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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.
Heartsong Assisted Living is an assisted living facility located in the beautiful area of Belleville, WI. Here at Heartsong, we believe that it is important that our residents maintain an active lifestyle, we provide plenty of activities for our seniors to enjoy. Our facility has common areas in...
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Cost of independent living in Shannon, IL

The average cost of senior living in Shannon is $3,124 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Thomson, IL with an average of $2,633 per month.

Independent living costs in Shannon, IL, vs. nearby cities

Shannon, IL
$3,124/mo
$4,072/mo
$3,884/mo

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

Shannon, IL
$3,124/mo
U.S. national average
$4,017/mo

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

$4,162/mo
Independent Living
$3,124/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,264/mo
Studio
$4,217/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,380/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,868/mo

Senior living costs in Shannon 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: Shannon, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShannon, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,124/mo$4,331/mo$4,017/mo
Assisted Living$4,140/mo$5,149/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,162/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Shannon, IL:$3,124/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,017/mo
Assisted Living
Shannon, IL:$4,140/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Shannon, IL:$4,162/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Shannon, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Shannon 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
Shannon, IL$3,756/mo$5,017/mo-25.1%
Illinois$2,829/mo$2,772/mo+2.0%
National$2,854/mo$2,808/mo+1.7%
Shannon, IL
2024 average cost:$3,756/mo
2023 average cost:$5,017/mo
Percent change:-25.1%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$2,829/mo
2023 average cost:$2,772/mo
Percent change:+2.0%
National
2024 average cost:$2,854/mo
2023 average cost:$2,808/mo
Percent change:+1.7%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

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 Shannon

Recent reviews for independent living in Shannon

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.

Heritage Woods of Sterling

4.9
I have been a resident of Heritage Woods for 1 year. I am very pleased with the care I receive. I very much enjoy the other residents and the staff is wonderful. The food and activities are very satisfactory. We go on outings, we have entertainment come. We play games in the dining room and ...
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Pa Peterson At The Citadel in Rockford, IL

5.0
we have my father here and could not be happier with his care.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Warm and friendly community atmosphere. Many residents and families remark on the welcoming and kind nature of both the staff and fellow residents at TLC Living Community, Peterson Meadows, Fairhaven Christian Retirement, and Independence Village Rockford. The friendly atmosphere helps create a sense of community and makes eve ...
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Varied activities for socializing. Residents at TLC Living Community, Peterson Meadows, and Independence Village Rockford enjoy a variety of social activities, including movies, singing events, and happy hours. These events help residents engage with one another and stay active.
Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews for Fairhaven Christian Retirement, Independence Village Rockford, and Morning Star Village mention the cleanliness and upkeep of their living spaces, both in terms of the communal areas and their own private rooms.
Delicious meals and dining experiences. Several reviews for TLC Living Community, Peterson Meadows, and Fairhaven Christian Retirement highlight the quality and enjoyment of the meals and dining experiences provided by their respective communities.
Effective communication between staff and families. Reviews for TLC Living Community, Fairhaven Christian Retirement, and Independence Village Rockford mention the importance of clear communication between staff and families, allowing for open dialogue and ensuring that care needs are being met.
Independence with available assistance. Many residents at Independence Village Rockford express appreciation for the balance between independence and available assistance, allowing them to live their own lives while knowing help is there when needed.
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Shannon independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shannon independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shannon, 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 Shannon 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 Shannon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shannon, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
17.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
15.1%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
17%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.8%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Shannon 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 Shannon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shannon, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.4%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
25.5%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
15.1%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.6%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shannon 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 Shannon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shannon, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
25.5%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.1%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
34%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
30.2%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
33%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.4%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.8%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
26.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
29.2%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
11.3%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.2%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
27.4%
47%
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