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.
Hickory Glen
Offers Independent Living
10 Reviews
1700 W Washington St, Springfield, IL 62702
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(800) 385-2527
Reviews of Hickory Glen
Independent Living Reviews for Hickory Glen
May 18, 2022
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
March 31, 2022
I visited this facility
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.
Provider Response
It was my absolute pleasure getting to you and Ben, Brenda! Thank you for the kind words. We are looking forward to serving you soon.
August 14, 2021
I visited this facility
We really liked Hickory Glen. The cost was great. The apartments were great. It's nice, the staff was wonderful, but it's strictly independent, and we liked more the idea of being able to leave her somewhere where she can get more care as she progresses through the levels of care. The location was good, though. It's centrally located, so they're really close to us. It's very nice, and it's going through a big renovation right now. I haven't seen it since March or so, but it's going to be nicer.
The food and everything were all included. They don't have on-site medical care so you have to bring somebody in. We met several residents and saw things that we really did like about it. The person who gave us the tour was also good, and she's been following up quite a bit.
Provider Response
Thank you, Kristi! It is our pleasure to serve seniors and we are happy to hear you enjoyed your experience. We hope to see you again soon!
July 10, 2019
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
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.
August 01, 2018
I visited this facility
Hickory Glen is about $1,000 less expensive than the other place I went to. The rooms are small but adequate. The staff is very nice and friendly. Whenever I visited, they have something going on like entertainment, lectures, or dancing. It's a handy, centralized location and is in a business setting. The grounds were landscaped. They have a system for telling the staff if the patients are in at night or if they haven't come in yet so the staff members can check on them. The place is very clean and well-kept.
April 12, 2017
I visited this facility
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.
November 27, 2016
I visited this facility
We didn’t have a good experience at Hickory Glen. It was in an area which has unfortunately wasn’t quite nice, and the parking area wasn’t nice either. The gym was wonderful, and the movie room was nice, but the rest of it just left a lot to be desired. However, the rooms were quite large -- which was a plus -- and they did have little balconies that she could put a chair out on. It wasn’t a very good experience. The person who was supposed to tour was us wasn’t there that day. She had somebody else show us around, but that person couldn’t quote us a price. When we asked for a brochure, she had to call someone to get us a brochure.
October 04, 2016
I visited this facility
Hickory Glen Apartments 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.
August 16, 2016
I visited this facility
We visited Hickory Glen Apartments, and this place was a very good one in a good location. The staff was very outgoing and interested in us. They were very welcoming, knowledgable, and able to answer the questions that we had. The rooms were well kept up and maintained. They had a little kitchenette, which was what my mother wanted.
March 30, 2015
I visited this facility
Hickory Glen was OK, but we didn't like the neighborhood. Sanitation seemed really good. They kept it nice and clean. It was number 2 on our list. We didn't like the neighborhood; it was hard for Dad to get to. Everything else seemed to be OK.
Costs for Hickory Glen
Services and Amenities of Hickory Glen
Costs
- All Inclusive Rent
- Independent Living Starting At: $1800/month
Room and housing options
- 1-bedroom apartments
- 2-bedroom apartments
- Studio Apartments
General
- Resident Capacity: 129
- Minimum Age: 55
- Pets: All Pets Allowed
About Hickory Glen
This year Hickory Glen celebrates 30 years in Springfield, IL as an independent senior living community. Hickory Glen offers the best value in senior living options. Our reasonable rents include a variety of amenities and services you won’t find in other communities.
Amenities:
- Diamond Willow Salon/Barber Shop
- Maple Shoppe Convenience Store
- Sapp Library
- Cedar Cinema
- The Bistro
- Laundry Rooms on Every Floor
- The Oaks Dining Room
- Juniper Gym
- Meal Delivery Service
- Extended Dining Hours
- Sunday Brunch
Exceptional Accommodations:
- Studio, One and Two Bedroom Apartments
- Ample Living Space
- Beautifully-Appointed Common Areas
- Open Kitchens
- Large Walk-in Closets
- Views of the City
- Walk-in Accessible Showers
- Grab Bars in the Bathroom
- Individual Climate Control
- Well-Lit Parking Lot
- Secure Community
- Staffed 24 hours per day
- Availability Limitedalet Parking Available
Activities:
- Top-Notch Wellness Options
- Personal Trainers
- Fitness Center
- Wellness Programs
- Exercise Classes
- Walking Club
- Resort-Style Enjoyment Options
- Regular Social Outings
- Happy Hour Monthly
- Bingo, Billiards and Shuffle Board
- Educational Seminars/Speakers
- WII Bowling Tournaments
- Front Porch Travel Talks
- Crafts and Arts Activities
- Night Owl Card Club
- Guest Musicians
- Dedicated Activities Director
- Monthly Calendar of Activities
Outstanding Dining Experience:
- FIVE STAR Chef prepared menu
- Well Appointed Wait Staff
- Restaurant-style Dining
- Professional Kitchen
- Variety with Flavorful Meal Items
- Heart-Healthy Food Selections
What Makes Us Special
Hickory Glen is located two miles from the historic heart of Springfield. Shopping is conveniently located just one half block away at The Fairhills Mall.
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