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The cost of independent living in Whiteside County is about $2,996 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 110 options. Read 446 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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After hearing good reviews and taking a tour, we moved my mom into Heritage Woods in August 2023. I go to visit often and honestly can say each time I am there I am continually impressed with their facility....
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.
Heritage Woods of Freeport is an affordable assisted living community serving adults 65 or older, fully certified by the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Living. Situated in Stephenson County, Illinois about 25 miles west of Rockford, Heritage Woods is a lovely place to call home, and...
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They balance outstanding care while maintaining dignity and respect of the residents. Such a pleasure to work with the WP team. My parents are very happy here. Just the right balance of independence and...
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.
The Meadows at WinnPrairie™ offers quality care and a structured environment for residents with memory or cognitive impairments. The focus of The Meadows programs is to build on residents’ strengths and skills through a variety of therapeutic activities and services. All designed and delivered by...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Friendship Manor is the Illinois' Quad Cities only “Continuing Care Retirement Community.” Our warm, considerately designed, efficient campus is a safe haven where you can fully explore and celebrate your retirement years.The retirement community at Friendship Manor is a convenient and...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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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.
Welcome to San Gabriel Assisted Living, Rochelle, Ogle County, Illinois. San Gabriel continues the near 20-year Goldenoak tradition of providing outstanding assisted living services in an elegant, yet home-like environment. Our 46-unit apartment facility will offer the ideal senior living setting...
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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
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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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Since this is a smaller facility, the staff to resident ratio is better than at the larger facilities. They are more available to the family and the residents. My mom was in the memory care unit. She passed...
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
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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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Photo of Sterling Towers
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Margaret, the lady who runs the Sterling Towers, is amazing! She really goes above and beyond for her residents. My mom is very happy and so a, I. I don't have a single negative thing ton say, so far...
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.
Sterling Towers is a senior housing community for residents over 62 years of age and those with disabilities. It is located in the quiet and cozy city of Sterling, Whiteside County, Illinois. Sterling is a small city of less than six square miles surrounded by fertile farmland with four distinct...
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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.
Village Cooperative of Clinton, IA There is an exciting new senior independent living option available in Clinton! The Village Cooperative of Clinton will be located in northwest part of the city. The cooperative will consist of 44 new homes. Residents will have the choice of expertly designed...
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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.
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.
We began our quest into senior living because of our love for our beloved mother, Mary Bickford, whose needs became too great for us to manage.  As we researched senior living options, we were shocked at our findings.  The options offered too much or too little — none met her needs and...
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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.
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.
Photo of Liberty Village
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.
Photo of Pinnacle Place
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.
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.
Photo of The Summit of Bettendorf
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.
Photo of The Suites of Bettendorf
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.
Located in the vibrant Quad Cities, The Suites of Bettendorf is conveniently located at 2592 Middle Road, near the intersection of Middle Road & Spruce Hills Dr. It’s walkability to nearby amenities makes this the perfect place to call home.A thoughtfully designed, 3-story building is...
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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: 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.
Photo of Maggie's House Assisted Living
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 Whiteside County, IL

The average cost of senior living in Whiteside County is $2,996 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Hillsdale, IL with an average of $2,666 per month.

Independent living costs in Whiteside County, IL, vs. nearby counties

Whiteside County, IL
$2,996/mo
$4,029/mo
$4,029/mo

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

Whiteside County, IL
$2,996/mo
U.S. national average
$4,158/mo

Independent living costs in Whiteside County, IL, vs. other senior living options

$4,527/mo
Independent Living
$2,996/mo

Independent living costs in Whiteside County, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,448/mo
Studio
$4,774/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,926/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,382/mo

Senior living costs in Whiteside County 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: Whiteside County, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWhiteside County, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$2,996/mo$4,450/mo$4,158/mo
Assisted Living$4,527/mo$5,367/mo$4,710/mo
Memory Care$4,527/mo$5,387/mo$4,943/mo
Independent Living
Whiteside County, IL:$2,996/mo
Illinois:$4,450/mo
U.S.:$4,158/mo
Assisted Living
Whiteside County, IL:$4,527/mo
Illinois:$5,367/mo
U.S.:$4,710/mo
Memory Care
Whiteside County, IL:$4,527/mo
Illinois:$5,387/mo
U.S.:$4,943/mo
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Independent living costs in Whiteside County, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Whiteside County 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 Whiteside County, IL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Whiteside County 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Whiteside County, IL$2,334/mo$2,434/mo-4.1%
Illinois$2,677/mo$2,527/mo+5.9%
National$2,814/mo$2,798/mo+0.6%
Whiteside County, IL
2024 average cost:$2,334/mo
2023 average cost:$2,434/mo
Percent change:-4.1%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$2,677/mo
2023 average cost:$2,527/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
National
2024 average cost:$2,814/mo
2023 average cost:$2,798/mo
Percent change:+0.6%
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What families are saying about independent living in Whiteside County

Recent reviews for independent living in Whiteside County

Fort Armstrong in Rock Island, IL

5.0
I have lived at The Fort Armstrong for almost 5 years and do not regret my choice in moving here. I enjoy the live music and outings we go on.

Luther Knoll in Bettendorf, IA

4.5
This place has been great so far! Mom was so worried about moving to an "old folks home", but after seeing how friendly everyone is and what a nice community they've got going here she loves it! She's only been there a little over a month, but she got birthday cards from so many people in the ...
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The Taylor Renaissance in Davenport, IA

5.0
The original staff is a 5. The staff has changed and they're in the middle of changing so I can't rate the new people until I get to know them better. It would be nice if they had a loading dock for when people move in but I guess that's the way the building was designed so there's not much you ...
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Whiteside County independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Whiteside County independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Whiteside County, 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 Whiteside County 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 Whiteside County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Whiteside County, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
15.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
11.2%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.2%
33.5%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
1%
10.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Whiteside County 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 Whiteside County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Whiteside County, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
9.2%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.6%
43.4%
Room service
Room service
15.3%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Whiteside County 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 Whiteside County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Whiteside County, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
32.7%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.4%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.8%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
33.7%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
26.5%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
19.4%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
30.6%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
31.6%
46.7%
Dances
Dances
12.2%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20.4%
39.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Frequently Asked Questions

Morningside of Sterling, Holiday Palmer Hills and The Meadows of Franklin Grove are the top-rated independent living facilities near Whiteside County, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 110 independent living facilities near Whiteside County, Illinois. See the full list.

The best independent living facility near you in Whiteside County, Illinois is Holiday Palmer Hills. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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