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The cost of independent living in Checkrow is about $3,933 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 10 options. Read 23 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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Photo of The Lamoine Retirement Living
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For the activities, my father was not involved in. All other numbers were very good. The administrator, [name removed], is excellent. She is very understanding and wonderful to work with. All of the staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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Grand Prairie is a well run facility. They seem genuinely concerned about the residents and have their best interests at heart. Some of the staff have their own parents living there. They respond promptly if...
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.
Grand Prairie is your affordable assisted living community in Macomb, Illinois.Macomb is located along Hwy. 67 in western Illinois, south of Monmouth and east of Carthage.Grand Prairie is the only affordable assisted living community in McDonough County.The community serves as a wonderful...
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We are so happy we found this community for my father-in-law. The staff is so friendly and accommodating. You get a very welcoming feeling when you come in and it is very home like because he has his own...
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.
At Bickford, we believe the golden years should be golden. Your loved one will be immersed in a world of homemade culinary delights, continuous caregiver companionship, and a myriad of enjoyable social engagements. Our commitment to their best life is unwavering, powered by our renowned...
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My mom just spent two weeks at our home for Easter. She told of some things there that is how I rated it. Some workers are excellent but others can't read letters to her and she is blind. One of the nurses...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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.
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The facility is very clean and the staff have been great so far! The facility was also a great fit because it fit our budget and location needs. Courtyard Estates has proven to be the best choice for my...
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.
The Courtyard Estates of Bushnell is an assisted living community located in the heart of Bushnell, Illinois, just minutes from all that Peoria has to offer. As a modern, home like environment, our assisted living community provides a positive, supportive environment for our residents. We're near...
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Staff are very friendly and helpful. Good community and I have great neighbors.
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.
Jefferson House is located at 900 East Jefferson in Macomb, Illinois and is privately owned and professionally managed by Urban Innovations.  You must be at least 62 years of age or older or disabled or handicapped to be eligible to live at Jefferson House.Rent, as set by HUD, will be...
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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.
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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The staff have been fantastic! Not just in caring for my mother, but in being "part of the family" in guiding us all towards other needed healthcare needs as my mother battles cancer.
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.
Located in Canton, the largest city in Fulton County, Illinois, the Courtyard Estates is an assisted living community which takes pride in providing the highest quality care without compromising an environment where our residents feel independent, and where their privacy is respected. A large...
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Cost of independent living in Checkrow, IL

The average cost of senior living in Checkrow is $3,933 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Abingdon, IL with an average of $2,384 per month.

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Checkrow, IL vs. nearby cities

Checkrow, IL
$3,933/mo
$3,871/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Checkrow, IL vs. the state and national average

Checkrow, IL
$3,933/mo
U.S. national average
$4,035/mo

Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Checkrow vs. other types of senior living

$4,510/mo
Independent Living
$3,933/mo

Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Checkrow, IL by room type

Studio
$4,625/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,134/mo
2 Bedroom
$8,000/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Checkrow

Recent reviews for independent living in Checkrow

Red Oak Memory Care in Canton, IL

4.6
I would recommend this facility to others. The nurses are exceptional, down to the kitchen staff. Laundry could use some improvement.

Jefferson House in Macomb, IL

5.0
I have lived here twice.

The Lamoine Retirement Living in Macomb, IL

4.9
My parents moved to The Lamoine in March of 2023. It is top notch, a beautiful and welcoming facility. The director and staff made the moving experience very easy and smooth. The individual residents floors are kept very clean and do not have the "nursing home" smell. The staff sanitizes often. ...
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Checkrow independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Checkrow independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Checkrow, 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 Checkrow 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 Checkrow partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Checkrow, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.2%
33.5%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
32.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Checkrow 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 Checkrow communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Checkrow, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.1%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
17%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Checkrow 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 Checkrow offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Checkrow, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
22.2%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
27.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
32.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.3%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
55.6%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
11.1%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
22.2%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
33.3%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
22.2%
31.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
11.1%
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The Lamoine Retirement Living, Red Oak Memory Care and Grand Prairie of Macomb are the top-rated independent living facilities near Checkrow, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 10 independent living facilities near Checkrow, Illinois. See the full list.

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