Nicknamed “The Gem City” over a century ago by travelers, the city of Quincy, Illinois is positioned on the edges of the Mississippi River. Originally a political and business hub in the 1850’s Quincy has remained a center of commerce for West Central Illinois. Retirees will find that the riverfront city offers culture and recreational activities during their stay at an assisted living facility. The town of 40,630 residents is the central metropolitan destination in the region and serves a population of over 300,000.
Seniors will have a wide range of medical care available within the city of Quincy. The main medical center in the town is Blessing Hospital, a facility that provides a range of services to area residents. The hospital has state of the art treatment and services including open heart surgery. Seniors also have access to general practitioners that provide comprehensive support and counseling. There are over half a dozen assisted living and nursing facilities in the area providing a wide range of services. The cost of Quincy assisted living is comparable to most areas within the state of Illinois at $38,364 a year for a private one bedroom apartment. Seniors that require additional services within a nursing home will have an annual expense of $58,400 for a private room at a nursing facility.
In addition to the medical services, seniors are able to enjoy the rich history and culture of Quincy, Illinois. The town has restored several historical buildings and has more than 2,000 buildings on the National Register of Historic Places. Many of these structures are 19th century estates that grace the shorelines of the Mississippi River. In addition, Quincy has a strong base in the arts and has been considered one of the 100 Best Art Towns in America. Seniors will have access to a variety of art and cultural events at the Quincy Symphony Orchestra, Quincy Art Center and Quincy Community Theater.
The city’s location on the banks of the Mississippi River also offers a wide variety of water activities. Residents are able to enjoy swimming, boating and relaxing along the river’s edge. There are also numerous state parks within a short distance of the city. Siloam Springs State Park is an enjoyable wonderful weekend destination for Quincy residents. The park has 3,223 acres of forested landscape and a beautiful lake. Residents are able to appreciate the natural beauty of the park and experience a variety of activities including hiking, fishing and camping.
There are several other opportunities that living in Quincy will offer retirees. Most importantly an assisted living facility in the Quincy area will allow retirees to remain in the Midwest and close to the family. In addition, living in Quincy, Illinois provides a sense of community and a rich history centered around the Mississippi.
| Assisted living (state avg, monthly) | $4,060 |
|---|---|
| Nursing home, semi-private (monthly) | $4,970 |
| Nursing home, private room (monthly) | $5,780 |
| In-home homemaker (monthly) | $3,720 |
| In-home health aide (monthly) | $3,810 |
| Adult day care (monthly) | $1,410 |
Only 1 independent living option is listed directly in Quincy, so we have added nearby communities within about 120 miles.
823 South 36th Street
Quincy, IL 62301
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109 North Keene Street
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2451 W White Oaks Dr
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363 Jungermann Road
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2601 Montvale Drive
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1700 W. Washington St.
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600 River's Edge Drive
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900 Southwind Road
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217 North 13th Street
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No. One Pratt Place
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1481 Marbach Dr
Washington, MO 63090
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15201 Olive Boulevard
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Many people assume they will stay in their residence forever. But as time passes, you might think differently.
16255 Chesterfield Parkway West
Chesterfield, MO 63017
1 New Ballas Place
Creve Coeur, MO 63146
Brookdale Creve Coeur an independent and assisted living community that provides quality care and handles all the household chores. Amenities include Emergency Alert System, Pet Friendly, Indoor Pool, Therapy Pool,...
2700 South 14th Street, Suite E
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14525 Clayton Road
Ballwin, MO 63011
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3 McKnight Pl
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330 West Lockwood
St Louis, MO 63119
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1393 Bowles Avenue
Fenton, MO 63026
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8660 Grant Rd
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1920 W Willow Knolls Dr
Peoria, IL 61614-1265
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1201 West Northmoor Road
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6901 N Galena Rd
Peoria, IL 61614-3111
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12335 West Bend Drive
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4474 Butler Hill Road
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1207 Vandalia Street
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39 Dorothy Drive
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100 Grand Victorian Place
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2423 Walden Road
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