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The cost of independent living in Monroe City is about $3,917 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 18 options. Read 61 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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We've had a positive experience overall. There are a few things we need to get straitened out, but in general, it's a good place. The staff are friendly. And my loved one is safe there, which is very...
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.
At Cedarhurst of Waterloo, it’s our mission to tailor senior living to you so you can feel loved, valued, and supported each and every day. Our senior living community in Waterloo, Illinois, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living and memory care...
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There is a large turn around in staffing. The food service leaves something to be desired. They do have a lot of activities and the techs are really nice.
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 Cedarhurst of Arnold, it’s our mission to tailor senior living to you so you can feel loved, valued, and supported each and every day. Our senior living community in Arnold, Missouri, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living and memory care for...
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It is Super clean with Very friendly staff. The Apartments are nice. The right size. Meals are exceptional. The lady who does activities is wonderful. Mom was not wanting to give up her independence of...
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.
Garden Place specializes in providing individual services to it's clients. There is no age restriction for apartments any of our communities. We also offer short term and respite stays. The services provided by Garden Place are not medical. The service that can be provided in apartments include...
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I love this place Garden Place in Waterloo. It is a fantastic place and everyone here loves it also. I have made many friends and participate in most of their activities like the bounce ball exercises,...
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.
Garden Place specializes in providing individual services to it's clients. There is no age restriction for apartments any of our communities. The services provided by Garden Place are not medical. The service that can be provided in apartments include but are not limited to: Light Housekeeping...
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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: 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: 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.
Autumn Ridge offers two levels of occupancy, residential care and retirement living. We are convieniently located just off the freeway in Herculaneum.Autumn Ridge offers and tranquil and gracious lifestyle; we are just minutes away from restaurants, pharmacies, grocers and shopping centers. Our...
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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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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.
Located in a scenic environment, Tannous Loving Care Senior Living in Waterloo, Monroe County, Illinois provides independent living for seniors. In this peaceful and quiet neighborhood, seniors get to have a peace of mind along with the freedom to do whatever they want provided they achieve...
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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.
Crystal Oaks Assisted Living is the ideal solution for seniors who value their independence, yet require assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and dispensing medications. Our Assisted Living includes a secured memory care unit. Additionally, Crystal Oaks offers short term...
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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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I'm really digging the facility so far. I like the amenities and everything.
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.
The National Church Residences on Telegraph Road is a senior housing community located in the Oakville suburb of St. Louis, Clayton county, Missouri. Oakville is located between the Mississippi and Meramec rivers, which offer plenty of outdoor activities and sightseeing for when your friends and...
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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.
The Rosemont Senior Living Centre simplifies retirement living. We take care of the cooking, shopping, and cleaning, so you can focus on the things that are truly important to you. Not only will you have the time to pursue your own interests, you will also make new friends, share laughter, and...
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.
Bethesda Southgate, known by residents of South St. Louis County for its quality skilled nursing care, recently received Accreditation by the Joint Commission of Healthcare organizations, an independent, not-for-profit national body that overseas the safety and quality of health care.Bethesda...
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Provides: Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
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 Bridges of Columbia offers the perfect mix of privacy,independance and community for people ready to live a more carefree lifestyle. With a comprehensive list of services and ammenities that are included in your monthly rent, we take the headaches of home ownership away so you can focus on...
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My mother was living in her own home alone. She unfortunately experienced many falls in the middle of the night. It was time for her to be in a safer environment. I feel a peace knowing she is at Pine...
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.

Cost of independent living in Monroe City, IL

The average cost of senior living in Monroe City is $3,917 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Freeburg, IL with an average of $3,711 per month.

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

Monroe City, IL
$3,917/mo
$4,020/mo
$3,886/mo

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

Monroe City, IL
$3,917/mo
U.S. national average
$4,130/mo

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

$4,765/mo
Independent Living
$3,917/mo

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

Semi-Private
$7,600/mo
Studio
$5,608/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,518/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,248/mo

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What families are saying about independent living in Monroe City

Recent reviews for independent living in Monroe City

Pine Valley Assisted Living in Arnold, MO

4.0
Our parents are happy there for the most part, especially our mother. We were looking at another community, but we chose Pine Valley because we felt like they were more established, we felt like they really knew what they were doing. They showed us really nice rooms and we were able to get two ...
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The Rockwood in Webster Groves, MO

4.8
The staff at The Rockwood are wonderful and for a small facility the activities are varied and fun. The chef is very good and tries new things. It is not a cheap facility and annual cost increases are something to watch. I strongly recommend The Rockwood to others.

Monroe City independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Monroe City independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Monroe City, 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 Monroe City 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 Monroe City 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
11.8%
21%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.8%
35.3%
No sugar
No sugar
5.9%
31.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.8%
34.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.9%
10.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Monroe City 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 Monroe City communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
5.9%
37.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
17.6%
44.5%
Room service
Room service
11.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Monroe City 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 Monroe City offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
17.6%
46%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.8%
28.9%
Community service programs
Community service programs
5.9%
33.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.3%
48.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
23.5%
50%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.3%
55.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
23.5%
43.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.8%
39%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
5.9%
42.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
23.5%
48.3%
Live performances
Live performances
23.5%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
11.8%
33.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
23.5%
47.4%
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Crestview Senior Living, Holiday Orchid Terrace and Garden Villas South are the top-rated independent living facilities near Monroe City, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 18 independent living facilities near Monroe City, Illinois. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Monroe City, Illinois is Holiday Orchid Terrace. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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