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The cost of independent living in Blanding is about $1,940 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 38 options. Read 133 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Provides: Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
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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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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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.
Designed for persons: 62+ St. Mary's Apartments offers newly renovated affordable one-bedroom apartment homes in a beautiful park-like setting. Located in a quiet residential neighborhood, this friendly apartment community offers elevator service, twice an hour front door bus service, and a smoke...
Provides: Senior Apartments
Care types provided by this community
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
At Applewood 55+ Adult Community we offer 91 one and two bedroom units. Located in a residential neighborhood on the west side of Dubuque, Applewood has convenient proximity to tri-state attractions and amenities including shopping and medical facilities. Residents enjoy catered meals as well as...
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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: 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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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.
An affordable luxury apartment home community built on the promise of independent, carefree living for seniors 55 years and better. With many reasons to enjoy life and have peace of mind. Professionally managed by Horizon which develops, builds and manages apartment homes for seniors that are...
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Cost of independent living in Blanding, IL

The average cost of senior living in Blanding is $1,940 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hanover, IL with an average of $1,968 per month.

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

Blanding, IL
$1,940/mo
$1,968/mo
$2,165/mo

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

Blanding, IL
$1,940/mo
U.S. national average
$4,203/mo

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

$3,638/mo
Independent Living
$1,940/mo

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

Studio
$4,044/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,161/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,412/mo

Senior living costs in Blanding 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: Blanding, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBlanding, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$1,940/mo$4,453/mo$4,203/mo
Assisted Living$3,638/mo$5,370/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$3,638/mo$5,390/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Blanding, IL:$1,940/mo
Illinois:$4,453/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
Assisted Living
Blanding, IL:$3,638/mo
Illinois:$5,370/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Blanding, IL:$3,638/mo
Illinois:$5,390/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Blanding

Recent reviews for independent living in Blanding

Oak Park Place - Dubuque

4.0
1 my husband was having health problems and that's the reason we moved here to be close to kids but everybody has been really nice and very helpful 2 it could be a little better. It looks like somethings are just old and need to be replaced like carpeting, and outdoor decks need to be power ...
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Clover Ridge Place in Maquoketa, IA

4.8
We picked this community, because of the favorable reputation, and locality.It's nice people here. The staff, especially the older ones is very caring and helpful. The young ones have a lot to learn yet!

Trustwell Living at Eagle Pointe Place in Dubuque, IA

5.0
My step mom lived at EPP for around 4 years and my daughter has worked there for 3 1/2 years. I have attended numerous events and have volunteered at some. They are always so fun and the residents love them. When my step mom lived there she was treated with so much love by the amazing care ...
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Blanding independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Blanding independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Blanding, 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 Blanding 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 Blanding partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Blanding, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.6%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
9.4%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
9.4%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.4%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.1%
10.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Blanding 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 Blanding communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Blanding, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
6.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
15.6%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
6.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Blanding 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 Blanding offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Blanding, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
18.8%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.5%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
18.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
28.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
28.1%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
21.9%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.5%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.8%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
21.9%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
21.9%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
9.4%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.6%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.8%
46.4%
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Trustwell Living at Eagle Pointe Place, Oak Park Place - Dubuque and Clover Ridge Place are the top-rated independent living facilities near Blanding, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 38 independent living facilities near Blanding, Illinois. See the full list.
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