Hickory Glen
1700 W Washington St, Springfield, IL 62702
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Scott
5
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July 29, 2023
My mom has her own little place at Hickory Glen. It's a four-story building. Each resident has their own room. We had to supply the furniture in her place there, but they would bring her meals to her room. They would clean her room once a week. They have a salon, rehab services, games, and puzzles she could build. She's still doing well there. The food is good, too. Their staff is excellent. She is only paying $2200 a month, which is enough for her, and that included her meals and transportation if she goes to the doctor and stuff.
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About Hickory Glen in Springfield, Illinois
Hickory Glen is a welcoming senior living community located at 1700 W Washington Street in Springfield, IL. Nestled just west of downtown and adjacent to Fairhills Shopping Center, this five‑story, 160‑unit property offers studio, one‑bedroom, deluxe one‑bedroom, and two‑bedroom apartments—many with private balconies—ranging from about 410 to 810 ft². Specializing in independent living with flexible assisted‑care support through partnered home‑care agencies, Hickory Glen provides a comfortable, maintenance‑free lifestyle for active seniors. The community features a robust amenity suite, including a fitness center, library with fireplace, cinema/media room, salon/barber shop at Diamond Willow, Juniper gym, and a cozy coffee café (“The Bistro”). Shared services such as housekeeping, linen and clothing laundry, room‑service meals in the Oaks Dining Room and in‑room kitchenettes, and valet parking contribute to daily convenience. Outdoor areas like a courtyard, garden, and patio offer peaceful retreat and space for gardening and patio relaxation. Regular social events—ranging from arts‑and‑crafts and music to fitness classes, book clubs, games, and off‑site excursions—help foster a vibrant lifestyle. Hickory Glen stands out for its homelike ambiance and professional, caring staff praised for making residents feel at ease Safety and support are prioritized, with 24‑hour staff, video‑monitored access, and emergency call systems in each unit. Located near Cooper Health Services, County Market, and local attractions like Cozy Dog Drive‑In, White Oaks Mall, Knight’s Action Park, and Washington Park Botanical Garden, the location balances convenience with cultural and recreational access This medium‑sized community offers the ideal mix of comfort, connection, and active living in the historic heart of Illinois’s capital.
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Reviews of Hickory Glen in Springfield, Illinois
4.5
(8 reviews)
Facility
4.3
Staff
4.7
Food
4.3
Activities
4.5
Value
4.0
Scott
5
|
July 29, 2023
My mom has her own little place at Hickory Glen. It's a four-story building. Each resident has their own room. We had to supply the furniture in her place there, but they would bring her meals to her room. They would clean her room once a week. They have a salon, rehab services, games, and puzzles she could build. She's still doing well there. The food is good, too. Their staff is excellent. She is only paying $2200 a month, which is enough for her, and that included her meals and transportation if she goes to the doctor and stuff.
cookieschoice
2
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May 9, 2023
I would not recommend this facility especially if your loved one needs to use an elevator they have repeatedly refused to fix the broken elevators and have told us that they would not be fixed for 2 years. out of safety concerns I would recommend another facility
Nancy
5
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February 2, 2023
I like Hickory Glen very much. There were people all around who were chatting with one another. They all smiled at me and had a sparkle in their eyes. They weren't dead. It was expensive, and I can't commit myself to that when I don't know that I'll be able to pay for it. They had a little swimming pool. They had various kinds of craft activities. The staff was excellent, knowledgeable, and interested in being helpful. They had very nice rooms, and they were clean, but they were small. The food was excellent. I like the food very much.
debjh1008
5
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May 18, 2022
My mother lived at Hickory Glen for about 4 years prior to having a stroke. She absolutely loved it there and we, the family, loved it too. The staff know all of the residents and go out of their way to make sure everyone's needs are met. Unfortunately Mom needs more skilled care now, but I would recommend Hickory Glen to anyone looking for a close knit community living experience.
Brenda
5
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March 31, 2022
Hickory Glen felt very comfortable, it was very homey and everybody was friendly. It had a lot of things that we were looking for. The person who gave the tour was very knowledgeable and very personable. She answered all the questions I had, took her time, and made us feel very welcome there. Their food is fantastic. The rooms have a small stove, refrigerator, kitchenettes in the 1-bedroom and more or less like a full kitchen in the 2-bedroom and 1-bedroom deluxe. They have good security in place. They have occupational therapy and physical therapy onsite, they have a workout room, and a movie theater type thing. They have a lot of amenities for the seniors going in there.
mrs chrans
5
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July 10, 2019
My mother has resided in Hickory Glen for 6 years and our family is impressed with the service, the available activities, the friendliness and caring of all the staff, the respect shown to all the residents, and the constant concern by everyone employed here to make this a home like environment.
BethM01
5
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April 12, 2017
Very friendly community. We toured with the marketing director and got to speak to the director. We were able to try a meal which was very good. We sat with a couple of residents which was nice because they could tell us what it is like to live there. Lots of things to do and they can take mom to church on Sunday's which was important to us. Parking was not covered, but they have valet parking which made up for not having covered parking. We saw several people milling about, so it just seemed warm and friendly.
Janet H.
4
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October 4, 2016
It seemed very nice. The apartments were nice. We just sort of walked through the place. We ate lunch there, and the food was very nice. Mostly we just talked to this one lady, and she was really nice. She kept calling us and inviting us to different things. We did go back a couple of times like everyone really went to St. Patrick’s Day party, and they had some Irish dances.
Services and Amenities of Hickory Glen in Springfield, Illinois
Housekeeping & Maintenance
- Laundry Services
- Linen Services
- Housekeeping Services
Transportation & Shopping
- General Transportation Services
Fitness & Wellness Programs
- Salon Services
- Fitness & wellness facilities/equipment
Room Amenities
- Kitchen Appliances In Unit
Campus/Building Details
- Coffee Shop
Games Hobbies & Recreation
- Music Activities/Programs
- Facilitated Field Trips/Outings
- Arts & Crafts Activities/Programs
- Tabletop & Other Games/Programs
- Literary Activities/Programs
- Horticultural Activities
Languages
- Spanish Spoken
- English spoken
Dining
- Communal Dining
- Room Service
- Guest Meals
Parking Options
- Parking Lot
Pets
- Pets
Financing & Payment Options
- All Inclusive Rent
- Accepts Check Payments
Guests
- Guest Parking
Outside Amenities
- Garden
Additional Amenity Information
- Fee Structure: Pet Monthly Fee : $25.00
Costs for Hickory Glen in Springfield, Illinois

Independent Living
$1,800
Starting Price
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