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8 Best Independent Living Communities in St Elmo, IL
If you’re looking for independent living in the St Elmo 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 St Elmo. From there, we’ll show you the best independent living communities for your lifestyle, interests, and budget.
Discover unique independent living amenities, social activities, dining, and more independent living benefits. With 8 independent living facilities in St Elmo, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Effingham, Altamont and Vandalia.
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[names removed] and the rest of the staff went out of their way to make my aunts stay success. We were a team and I appreciate that!
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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The Glenwood has provided exceptional care for my mother. Who has lived there for the past year. The staff are all caring and respectful of the residents. They put a effort into providing daily varied and...
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.
At The Glenwood, we believe in providing a warm and compassionate home for seniors, where their well-being, comfort, and happiness are our top priorities. Nestled in the picturesque surroundings of Effingham, our assisted living community offers a perfect blend of modern amenities and a...
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Having my loved one at Brookstone gives me peace of mind knowing that they care cared for around the clock in a setting that is non institutional. Nursing staff monitor his medications and assist in...
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.
Brookstone Estates of Effingham! Where Senios Living is Perfected! With Studio, 1 and 2 bedroom options at this location we have something for everyone. Recently remodeled in the spring of 2014, Brookstone Estates of Effingham provides Independent Living and Supportive Living to the people of...
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My Mom passed away Sunday, but I do want to say this. . .Brookstone Estates was a fantastic place. I want to give them props on how well they took care of my Mom. They were wonderful and I would recommend...
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.
Brookstone Estates was founded in 1996 because congregate care was hard to find in rural Southern Illinois. The creation of the first Brookstone community and subsequent quest for additional high quality senior care spawned a comfortable yet manageable 46-unit design that has...
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My loved one seems to be really enjoying his dinning experience and the tasty meals they provide at this community. His studio apartment is always kept spotless as well as the rest of building. All of the...
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.
All Brookstone independent living communities are modern, attractive and impeccably maintained, offering gracious ambiance while meeting the unique needs of each individual resident. The facilities offer a full range of services and amenities for a single, all-inclusive, yet affordable price....
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: 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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Cost of independent living in St Elmo, IL
The average cost of senior living in St Elmo is $4,022 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Alma, IL with an average of $3,283 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in St Elmo, IL vs. nearby cities
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What families are saying about independent living in St Elmo
Recent reviews for independent living in St Elmo
The Glenwood Assisted Living of Effingham
3.8
There was a full staff when I came. Soon the "newest" staff began showing a well oiled "machined," But shortly after... We lost and contacted people in the community, lost staff, residents coming in, directors coming and leaving. The quality of directors, food services, resident assistants, ...
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Villas of Holly Brook Effingham
4.4
Staff and facility worked with us to aide in a smooth transition for our mom from a rehab center to assisted living. This made a difficult change much easier. The staff aided us with suggestion to ease the transition.
Brookstone Estates of Effingham
5.0
The apartments are very clean and cozy. Well maintained, the staff is friendly and compassionate. Management is also hands on with residents and ensures they continue to thrive. They set a good tone with the employees which contribute to a good atmosphere.
St Elmo independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in St Elmo independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in St Elmo, 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 St Elmo 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 St Elmo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
St Elmo, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
28.6%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
42.9%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in St Elmo 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 St Elmo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
St Elmo, ILNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in St Elmo 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 St Elmo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
St Elmo, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
14.3%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
14.3%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
28.6%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
71.4%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
28.6%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
14.3%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71.4%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
71.4%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.4%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Villas of Holly Brook Effingham, The Glenwood Assisted Living of Effingham and Brookstone Estates of Effingham are the top-rated independent living facilities near St Elmo, Illinois. See full list of communities.
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