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6 Best Independent Living Communities in West Salem, IL
If you’re looking for independent living in the West Salem 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 West Salem. 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 6 independent living facilities in West Salem, 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 Olney, Fairfield and Mount Carmel.
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I have been delighted with the kindness, compassion, and consideration given to my mother at Brookstone. [name removed]- and ALL of the staff - treats her as everyone wants their loved one to be treated. Mom...
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.
Brookstone communities are all nestled in small Illinois towns of 10,000 to 20,000 residents where families can feel satisfied their loved ones are receiving high quality care in a stress-free environment. Brookstone Estates independent living communities are modern, attractive and impeccably...
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The facility is brand new and is very nice. The memory care unit has a great staff to resident ratio and they have lots of activities going on for the residents. I would recommend this community to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
The Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Memory Care will accommodate both your individualized needs and your budget. You will receive customized quality care and service from our dedicated staff and trained professionals. Our communities feature a variety of gathering rooms and communal spaces...
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They are doing great! It's clean and the staff is friendly. I don't have any concerns or complaints at this point. It seems to be a good place.
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.
Good Neighbor Care carries on the Brookstone tradition, providing a senior care program that supports individual freedom and promotes the dignity of each resident. Brookstone communities are all nestled in small Illinois towns of 10,000 to 20,000 residents where families can...
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: 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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Cost of independent living in West Salem, IL
The average cost of senior living in West Salem is $4,100 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Burnt Prairie, IL with an average of $3,546 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in West Salem, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in West Salem, IL vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in West Salem, IL by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in West Salem
Recent reviews for independent living in West Salem
Brookstone Estates of Olney
3.7
My father felt very isolated there as they did not have many activities he was interested in. He did not like the food but the personnel were friendly to him and helped him to meals and gave him his medications but otherwise he did not see them very often as he did not leave his room. He was 99 ...
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Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Memory Care of Mt Carmel in Mount Carmel, IL
3.9
It's probably the same for any community, you have to be a voice for your family member and stay on top of it. They've done a good job of being responsive and listening when I come to them. I think they could do better with training for staff in a memory care unit. I feel like they treat me ...
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Emerald Glen of Olney
5.0
all staff has always been very nice and treat my sister very well. well trained nurses.
West Salem independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in West Salem independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in West Salem, 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 West Salem 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 West Salem 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%
20%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
33.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in West Salem 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 West Salem communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
35.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
20%
36.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in West Salem 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 West Salem offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
40%
44.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
27.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
32.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
48.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
53.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
42.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
40.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
20%
31.8%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
38.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46.1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Brookstone Estates of Olney, Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Memory Care of Mt Carmel and Emerald Glen of Olney are the top-rated independent living facilities near West Salem, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 6 independent living facilities near West Salem, Illinois. See the full list.
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