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The cost of independent living in Toledo is about $3,693 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 7 options. Read 26 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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[name removed] is no longer at Holly Brook, but the facility was great and the help there was amazing and everything was great thanks
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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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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Everything is a five according to Mom, however the food is a two. She often has a snack or meal in her room. She realizes the cooks only get so much to work with, but the meals disappoint her. Breakfast is...
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 Home to Brookstone South! Where independent living is perfected! Senior Independence is an option to enjoy the freedom, services, amenities, and lifestyle they want today with the confidence of knowing that support is available if needed in the future. Choosing a Brookstone community for...
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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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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
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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.
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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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Cost of independent living in Toledo, IL

The average cost of senior living in Toledo is $3,693 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Greenup, IL with an average of $3,693 per month.

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

Toledo, IL
$3,693/mo
$3,900/mo
$3,693/mo

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

Toledo, IL
$3,693/mo
U.S. national average
$4,157/mo

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

$4,714/mo
Independent Living
$3,693/mo

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

Semi-Private
$6,500/mo
Studio
$3,930/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,515/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,950/mo

Senior living costs in Toledo 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: Toledo, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeToledo, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,693/mo$4,450/mo$4,157/mo
Assisted Living$4,700/mo$5,368/mo$4,707/mo
Memory Care$4,714/mo$5,388/mo$4,941/mo
Independent Living
Toledo, IL:$3,693/mo
Illinois:$4,450/mo
U.S.:$4,157/mo
Assisted Living
Toledo, IL:$4,700/mo
Illinois:$5,368/mo
U.S.:$4,707/mo
Memory Care
Toledo, IL:$4,714/mo
Illinois:$5,388/mo
U.S.:$4,941/mo
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Independent living costs in Toledo, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Toledo and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Toledo, IL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Toledo have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Toledo, IL$3,137/mo$2,620/mo+19.7%
Illinois$2,643/mo$2,563/mo+3.1%
National$2,796/mo$2,798/mo-0.1%
Toledo, IL
2024 average cost:$3,137/mo
2023 average cost:$2,620/mo
Percent change:+19.7%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$2,643/mo
2023 average cost:$2,563/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$2,796/mo
2023 average cost:$2,798/mo
Percent change:-0.1%
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What families are saying about independent living in Toledo

Recent reviews for independent living in Toledo

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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Life's Journey Senior Living - Mattoon

4.6
Really it has just been fantastic. All I can say about the place is that they were just really good all across the board. I have no complaints with Gowin Parc. The staff there is very easy to get along with.

Brookstone Of Mattoon South

4.0
The inside of the facility including the individual apartments are beautiful. However the courtyard space is pathetic. All of the staff is amazing except [name removed], I believe she is the director. She is extremely unapproachable and very abrupt with all, should not be holding this position ...
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Toledo independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Toledo independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Toledo, 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 Toledo 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 Toledo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Toledo, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
40%
30.9%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
20%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Toledo 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 Toledo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
40%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
60%
36.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Toledo 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 Toledo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
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
60%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
60%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
46.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
46.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Villas of Holly Brook Newton, Brookstone Of Mattoon North and Brookstone Of Mattoon South are the top-rated independent living facilities near Toledo, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 7 independent living facilities near Toledo, Illinois. See the full list.

The best independent living facilities near you in Toledo, Illinois are Villas of Holly Brook Newton and Villas of Holly Brook Effingham. These independent living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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