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10 Best Independent Living Communities in Lancaster, IL
The cost of independent living in Lancaster is about $2,929 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 33 options. Read 67 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.
As you explore independent living near you, you may also want to consider options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Peoria, Pekin and Washington.
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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.
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: 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.
Provides: Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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My mother lived here long term, and I will always recommend B'nai B'rith Building #2. Staff was always helpful and maintenance issues promptly resolved. Building clean and apartments are clean and nice. Lots...
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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.
B'Nai B'Rith Apartments is a senior living community in the beautiful city of Peoria, Illinois. Peoria, which is one of the state's oldest settlements, is the county seat of Peoria County. It is known for its vibrant culture, as it offers an abundance of museums, performing arts centers and...
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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Cost of independent living in Lancaster, IL
The average cost of senior living in Lancaster is $2,929 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Green Valley, IL with an average of $2,832 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lancaster, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lancaster, IL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Lancaster vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Lancaster, IL by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Lancaster
Recent reviews for independent living in Lancaster
Gateway at River City in Peoria, IL
5.0
I absolutely love it here at Gateway. There are lots of activities, food is good, most residents are real nice and easy to get along with. The staff is wonderful. I’m friends with many residents who are awesome. Definitely worth living here.
Charter Senior Living of Washington
4.3
The administrative staff of Morningside Washington, IL goes above and beyond to ensure needs are met for your loved ones. Scott went above and beyond to assist moving my parents from their apt in morton to the assisted living and then after mom passed he and his team promptly moved my dad to a ...
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Heartis Village of Peoria
3.6
They struggle keeping it staffed as all I imagine all places do.
the location was great for our family, my sister ultimately made the decision to move here.
Lancaster independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Lancaster independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Lancaster, 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 Lancaster 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 Lancaster 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
12.9%
19.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
12.9%
32.8%
No sugar
No sugar
12.9%
30.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
3.2%
32.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.2%
7.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Lancaster 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 Lancaster communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Lancaster, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
3.2%
35%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
22.6%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
3.2%
35.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
3.2%
16.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Lancaster 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 Lancaster offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
22.6%
43.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
6.5%
27.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
3.2%
31.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
29%
47.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
22.6%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
32.3%
53.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
19.4%
41.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
12.9%
36.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
6.5%
40.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
19.4%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
19.4%
45.6%
Dances
Dances
12.9%
31.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.1%
38.7%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
12.9%
45.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Charter Senior Living of Pekin, Independence Village of Peoria and Galena Park Terrace Apartments are the top-rated independent living facilities near Lancaster, Illinois. See full list of communities.
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