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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Thomson, IL
If you’re looking for independent living in the Thomson 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 Thomson. 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 152 independent living facilities in Thomson, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find your new, maintenance-free home.
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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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They house 5 women all together which is nice for my loved one. And the best part of it is that it is much more affordable compared to the bigger places which are outrageously priced. She is able to still...
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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It has been very nice for my mother in this community. The staff is nice. It is very safe. They have a lot of activities for the residents to enjoy. It is very clean and well up-kept. She makes her own meals...
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.
Independent living, maintenance free living, full time management and maintenance staff, variety of floor plans, Barrier free living, No stairs, fantastic buy back program with the purchase of a life lease, planned social activities, meal order program, heated underground parking, storage and...
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Cost of independent living in Thomson, IL
The average cost of senior living in Thomson is $2,633 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Elizabeth, IL with an average of $1,838 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Thomson, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Thomson, IL vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Thomson, IL by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Thomson
Recent reviews for independent living in Thomson
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.
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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The Taylor Renaissance in Davenport, IA
5.0
The original staff is a 5. The staff has changed and they're in the middle of changing so I can't rate the new people until I get to know them better. It would be nice if they had a loading dock for when people move in but I guess that's the way the building was designed so there's not much you ...
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Thomson independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Thomson independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Thomson, 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 Thomson 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 Thomson 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
10.1%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10.9%
33.4%
No sugar
No sugar
7.8%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
8.5%
32.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
0.8%
7.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Thomson 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 Thomson communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
8.5%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20.9%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
11.6%
36.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
5.4%
16.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Thomson 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 Thomson offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
20.2%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.6%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.9%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
24.8%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
31%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
17.8%
42.2%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
10.9%
36.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.3%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
21.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
22.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
9.3%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20.2%
46.1%
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Holiday Palmer Hills, Quartet Senior Living and Morningside of Sterling are the top-rated independent living facilities near Thomson, Illinois. See full list of communities.
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