Frequently Asked Questions

Senior living is a broad term used to refer to a wide range of housing and healthcare options for older adults and includes independent living, assisted living, and memory care. Independent living residents seek a maintenance-free lifestyle with the advantages of community amenities. Assisted living residents receive the support they need with the activities of daily living and Memory care residents receive specialized support in a secure residence designed to accommodate the unique needs of those living with Alzheimer’s and other dementias.

Independent Living is designed for seniors who wish to live independently while benefiting from the advantages of an enhanced social, cultural and recreational lifestyle.

At Hickory Glen independent living means you can enjoy your independence with a carefree lifestyle in your own residence, while enjoying the luxury of having a staff at your attendance who manages the housekeeping, creates wonderful meals for your enjoyment, and offers a variety of social opportunities.

At Hickory Glen it is all about choices, you can choose to enjoy a chef-prepared meal in our cozy dining room or cook a meal in your apartment. You can choose to use the complimentary transportation provided or you can use your own vehicle. You can choose to participate in our active social calendar of events in shared common areas, like card rooms, activity room, fitness center, library, movie theater, and more or relax in your own space. It’s completely up to you! What should my first step in this process be?

Get to know us! We encourage you to visit our warm and welcoming community! Also, don’t hesitate to ask about participating in upcoming events or plan on joining us for a complimentary lunch or dinner.

Deciding to move can be challenging at any age. Hickory Glen offers residents so much more than a place to live; it is a community which offers an opportunity to leave behind the concerns of home ownership and all that comes with that and enjoy opportunities to travel, learn something new and make wonderful new friends. When can we tour?

We’d love to have you! For the most personalized experience, please call us at 217-793-0431 to schedule a tour or just drop by. We can show you around, introduce you to the staff and residents, and treat you to lunch. We really want you to get to know the community you’re visiting!

We want to make your life as carefree as possible. Your monthly all-inclusive rent includes all utilities (except for your personal telephone), weekly housekeeping, and any apartment maintenance. It also includes three chef prepared meals served daily, access to wellness programs, the Juniper Gym, the community coffee & tea bar, local transportation, activities, and so much more.

Yes! We encourage potential residents to come live with us for a few days and see how you like it! You’re welcome to stay in one of our furnished apartments and enjoy our broad array of services and amenities. Join us for activities and events, sample our menu and put our chef to the test. Meet our warm and hospitable staff and spend time with your future neighbors. We want you to know all about us before you make the decision to move in.

At Hickory Glen we want our residents to enjoy each day to the fullest, we offer a carefully curated social calendar which includes a variety of activities and wellness programs. Each monthly calendar is filled with fun and interesting social activities and outings, from trips to Grant’s Farm in St. Louis to our New Year’s Eve Dance or Western Day Cookout. You can participate in as many or as few activities as you wish.

Positively! We welcome small cats and dogs at Hickory Glen and offer ample outside grassy areas for your furry friend to enjoy.

Our community includes a barber & beauty salon, fitness center, Maple Shop convenience store, library, coffee & tea bar, card room, movie theater, computer center, and even physical therapy on-site, in case there is a need.

Yes! You can bring your own car or allow us to do the driving. We have a large parking lot with free parking and valet service for those cold Springfield days. While many of our independent living residents still drive, they often find that once they move to Hickory Glen, they enjoy leaving the driving to us.

Yes, we provide local transportation to doctor’s appointments, church services, weekly shopping outings, and other scheduled activities and events. Our community has a designated bus driver ready to get you where you need to be comfortably and on time.

Should you require assistance with the tasks of daily living, personal care services through home healthcare providers may allow you to remain within the comfort and privacy of your own residence. These services can be contracted with home healthcare providers independently and are not included in the amenities and services we provide.

Certainly! Bring your favorite furnishings from your current home with you. Call today for our move-in specials! We will even help move you in by covering moving expenses - contact us for details!

Yes, each apartment home includes a storage locker located in a central secure location on each floor. This provides additional secure storage for belongings such as holiday decorations.

Yes, guests are welcome to stay either with you in your residence or, if available, in one of our well-appointed guest suites.

Call or stop by today to introduce yourself. We would love to show you what we are all about!