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5 Best Independent Living Communities in Sands, IL
The cost of independent living in Sands is about $3,597 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 5 options. Read 20 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 Clinton, Dixon and Morrison.
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My mom has been in Morningside for a few months now. The transition from living alone to assisted living has been easy. The place is top notch and mom is safe and surrounded by kind people. She enjoys the...
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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This facility was brighter and cleaner than the other places we visited. They offer quite a variety of activities. They do housekeeping once a week. Value for the money I rated lower because they raised...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Heritage Woods of Sterling is an assisted living community located in Sterling, IL. Situated along the north bank of the Rock River, Sterling is known for its scenic parks and fertile prairie soil. The city hosts a number of annual events, including the Mexican Fiesta Days, where participants...
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Morrison Manor was the best fit for [name removed] as there were only 12 residents at this Memory Care Facility. He had his own large room which accommodated his family when we all visited. The facility...
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.
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.
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.
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Cost of independent living in Sands, IL
The average cost of senior living in Sands is $3,597 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hillsdale, IL with an average of $2,597 per month.
Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Sands, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Independent Living in Sands, IL vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Independent Living in Sands, IL by room type
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What families are saying about independent living in Sands
Recent reviews for independent living in Sands
Heritage Woods of Sterling
4.9
I have been a resident of Heritage Woods for 1 year. I am very pleased with the care I receive. I very much enjoy the other residents and the staff is wonderful.
The food and activities are very satisfactory. We go on outings, we have entertainment come. We play games in the dining room and ...
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Sterling Towers
5.0
My mother has a beautiful apartment that is spacious and includes a full kitchen and living room. This community allows overnights at her house a few nights out of the year which makes it convenient for out of town guest to make travel arrangements and come visit. She is really pleased with how ...
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Park Vista Retirement Living in Camanche, IA
4.8
Need better communication to the caretaker aka Me when the resident refuses pills and anything in regard to their well-being. I wouldn’t find out until I showed up and that is one reason he went into the hospital for not taking his water pill.
The staff was remarkable and treated Dad with ...
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Sands independent living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Sands independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Sands, 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 Sands 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 Sands partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Sands, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
20.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
33.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Sands 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 Sands communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Sands, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
35.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
42.7%
Room service
Room service
20%
36.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Sands 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 Sands offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Sands, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
44.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
27.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
47.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
42.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40%
37.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
40.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40%
46.5%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40%
45.7%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Morningside of Sterling, Avonlea Cottage of Sterling and Liberty Court are the top-rated independent living facilities near Sands, Illinois. See full list of communities.
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