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The cost of independent living in Mc Vey is about $3,735 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 95 options. Read 640 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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Last Updated: 4/24/25
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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.
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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.
Marian Heights is a senior citizen independent living facility where you can experience an enjoyable lifestyle in a convenient and pleasant setting.  You will be able to entertain friends, old and new, as well as relatives through a variety of social activites.  Each apartment has a spacious...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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
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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: 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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My parents chose to live in Meridian village because it was a Christian-based organization, and it was ranked one of the best in the area. They were very pleased with the kind and loving care that they...
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.
Meridian Village is a Continuing Care Retirement Community located in Glen Carbon/Edwardsville, IL area. This beautiful community is situated on 31 acres and features a pond and walking trails. Meridian Village offers a full range of senior living options: * Independent Living offers 2 bedroom...
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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: 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.
Retirement at it's best! Retirement means living an active, easy life in an independent retirement community that feels like family. Residents share three family-style meals each day with friends that they have made with other retired residents. The reasonably-priced apartments provide warm,...
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.
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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.
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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.
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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: 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.

Cost of independent living in Mc Vey, IL

The average cost of senior living in Mc Vey is $3,735 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Auburn, IL with an average of $3,482 per month.

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

Mc Vey, IL
$3,735/mo
$3,709/mo

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

Mc Vey, IL
$3,735/mo
U.S. national average
$4,126/mo

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

$4,353/mo
Independent Living
$3,735/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,523/mo
Studio
$4,530/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,521/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,054/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,035/mo

Average cost of Independent Living in Mc Vey over time

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What families are saying about independent living in Mc Vey

Recent reviews for independent living in Mc Vey

Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Springfield

4.9
The facility was extremely open and friendly to all family members. The facility worked with us to get my mom acclimated to the place and try different solutions.

Cambridge House of Maryville

3.7
We chose Cambridge House of Maryville because it was recommended to us through family members, they said that it was a well-managed facility. The room sizes here are good, but I do think the kitchen could use some more space. Overall, it is a small community and everyone gets along well here. I ...
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Cedarhurst of Godfrey

5.0
I don't even know how to put it into the words the family feeling my father receives from The Fountains Family! My father is safe, happy and enjoys the employees and his friends at The Fountains. If you are considering The Fountains - it is a YES!

Mc Vey independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mc Vey independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mc Vey, 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 Mc Vey 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 Mc Vey 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
29.5%
20.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.8%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
28.4%
31%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.9%
33.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Mc Vey 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 Mc Vey communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
14.8%
36.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.2%
43.6%
Room service
Room service
27.3%
37.1%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.2%
17.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mc Vey 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 Mc Vey offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
38.6%
45%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.5%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20.5%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.9%
47.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.6%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
53.4%
54.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.1%
38%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.3%
41.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39.8%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
42%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
25%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
28.4%
39.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.5%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

There are 95 independent living facilities near Mc Vey, Illinois. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Mc Vey, Illinois are The Glenwood Supportive Living of Greenville, Villas of Holly Brook Chatham and The Montvale Senior Living. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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