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The cost of independent living in Embarrass is about $3,926 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 11 options. Read 49 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 Carriage Crossing Senior Living of ArcolaCommunity card badge
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The food is really good. Over all I'm pleased feel like I made the right choice. I have and definitely would recommend Carriage Crossing to others who are searching for a place for their loved one.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Carriage Crossing Senior Living is your premier choice for assisted living in seven beautiful locations, Arcola and Champaign, Decatur, Bloomington,Rochester Illinois. We are committed to providing our residents a safe and meaningful lifestyle.Our vibrant assisted living apartments offer you...
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Everyone is very friendly and helpful. I can't say that he's happy but he is adjusting in a healthy way. Based on the experience we have had, we would recommend this community to other families.
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 Mattoon North brings a whole new feel to Supportive Living. This vibrant senior living community in Mattoon, Illinois, offers a comfortable private home, exciting activities and events, and a variety of appealing amenities. From a nourishing selection of hot and tasty meals,...
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I would highly recommend Villas of Holly Brook. The staff were attentive, the community was clean, and they were courteous. The community was able to work with hospice care, and they worked as a team very...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
At the Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Memory Care, you will have the perfect balance of independence and living the standard you need, want and deserve. We ca do it ALL! We cook! We clean! We do the laundry! We also take care of the yard. We are here to serve our residents 24 hours a...
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They are wonderful! The size is great. It's a small facility so the patient care is better and more direct. And they have a true home cooked meal 2x a day.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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My Mom has lived at Heritage Woods for about a year and likes it very much. She has a 1 br apt & has her cat with her. The CNA's are very caring & they & the nursing staff have always notified me right away...
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.
Heritage Woods of Charleston is a quaint set of senior living apartments located in the heart of Charleston, Illinois.It offers a home for aging loved ones who want to maintain their independence with just a little help. At Heritage Woods of Charleston, we pride ourselves in providing a safe...
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My husband and I had to find a place for his mother because she was not fit to live by herself anymore and A Place for Mom suggested Brookstone. When I called them and spoke with them on the phone, I was...
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.
Welcome to Brookstone Estates, Charleston's only Premier Full Service Independent Living Community. Our community is designed to promote choice and independence within a safe and loving environment. At Brookstone, our services include housekeeping, laundry and 3 daily meals along with a vibrant...
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I've lived here 7 years. With every place there are ups and downs, but we are experiencing a major down right now. The building is supposed to be locked after office hours and any resident leaving has a fob...
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.
Senior, 55+ Years or Older,Section 8 & Tax Credit PropertyRent Based On IncomeIncome Limit Restrictions ApplyFloor Plan1 Bedroom, 1 BathAmenities and FeaturesAppliances IncludedBarber ShopCommunity RoomGazeboLaundry FacilityLibraryOff-Street ParkingEqual Housing Opportunity.
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At The Oaks, there is not a nurse on staff. So family members have to ensure that pill boxes are filled. You will want to have multiple pill boxes in the event you live many miles away. They are quaint and...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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 Oaks Manor was built in 2008, by and for the community by local business professionals. You will receive high-quality support when dealing with life’s many challenges. Your safety and security is our first goal followed closely by our goals to meet all your expectations, so you can live in...
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So far I am pleased with the care that my mother has been receiving at this community. The staff have been very welcoming to her and have helped a lot with making her comfortable during the transition of...
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.
Lakewood Village, in Charleston, Illinois, with its beautiful, home-like environment, is located near ambulance services, pharmacies, hospitals, dentists and rehabilitation centers. The independent living community is located in Coles County and is easily accessed for the enjoyment of both...
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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.
Our 12 studio apartment home offers a wide range of services for those looking to maintain their independence in a close knit community. We offer a safe and secure environment for active, independent seniors. Our amenities range from personalized apartments to restaurant quality meals. The...
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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.
Mattoon Tower is an affordable senior housing apartment complex for seniors 55 and older located in Mattoon, Coles County, Illinois. Mattoon Tower is located with easy access to nearby shopping centers, medical facilities, and public transportation. At Mattoon Tower, our loved ones maintain their...

Cost of independent living in Embarrass, IL

The average cost of senior living in Embarrass is $3,926 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tuscola, IL with an average of $3,690 per month.

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

Embarrass, IL
$3,926/mo
$3,934/mo

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

Embarrass, IL
$3,926/mo
U.S. national average
$4,156/mo

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

$4,817/mo
Independent Living
$3,926/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,500/mo
Studio
$5,360/mo
1 Bedroom
$7,522/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,775/mo

Senior living costs in Embarrass 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: Embarrass, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEmbarrass, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,926/mo$4,444/mo$4,156/mo
Assisted Living$4,805/mo$5,368/mo$4,707/mo
Memory Care$4,817/mo$5,388/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Embarrass, IL:$3,926/mo
Illinois:$4,444/mo
U.S.:$4,156/mo
Assisted Living
Embarrass, IL:$4,805/mo
Illinois:$5,368/mo
U.S.:$4,707/mo
Memory Care
Embarrass, IL:$4,817/mo
Illinois:$5,388/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
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What families are saying about independent living in Embarrass

Recent reviews for independent living in Embarrass

The Oaks Manor in Oakland, IL

5.0
We initially feared Mom would not like being in assisted living, but she absolutely loves it at the Oaks Manor. When we do get her out for the day she is always ready to get back. She always mentions how safe she feels being there. The employees go way above and beyond what is expected and ...
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Heritage Woods of Charleston

4.9
I have lived here for about a year and a half. I have enjoyed it immensely. Very friendly people live and work here. I recommend it for people 65 years old and older. We get three meals a day plus snacks. We get activities that are great. We have exercise programs for 45 minutes at least 2 times ...
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Brookstone Estates Tuscola

4.6
It's a very friendly place. They are very respectful to the residents. And they show true concern and care for them The facility is good. They clean the apartments every week. My loved one likes the food for the most part, although he's not picky. Sometimes it can be tough / hard to eat, ...
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Embarrass independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Embarrass independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Embarrass, 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 Embarrass 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 Embarrass partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Embarrass, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
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34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
30%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
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33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
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Availability of select dining options in Embarrass 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 Embarrass communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Embarrass, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
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43.4%
Room service
Room service
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Availability of select programs and activities in Embarrass 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 Embarrass offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Embarrass, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
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45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
40%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
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33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
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39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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There are 11 independent living facilities near Embarrass, Illinois. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Embarrass, Illinois are Carriage Crossing Senior Living of Arcola and Villas of Holly Brook Marshall. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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