"We turn not older with years, but newer every day"- Emily Dickinson

As we grow older, retirement living emerges as a practical housing option. "But I am not ready for 'Retirement Living'!" This response runs through most people's minds as they look ahead to their later years. "If I had only known how convenient this is," is the sentiment many seniors once they experience an assisted living facility or retirement community. To help determine if an assisted living or retirement community is right for you, ask yourself the following questions:

• Are you able to cook nutritious meals for yourself?
  
• Do you feel comfortable providing your own transportation?
  
• Is there someone at hand if you have a bad fall?
  
• Do you feel safe when showering or bathing?
  
• Are you able to schedule and keep doctor appointments on your own?

If you have answered "no" to any of these questions, it is the right time to look into all that Heritage offers.

Committed to Our Residents

Our goal is to help seniors enjoy everyday life. We think you will find that no one meets the needs of individuals who desire retirement living better than Heritage. We invite you to learn more about our assisted living and retirement communities. Just click on the location nearest you.

• Adelaide Apartments - Normal • Barton W. Stone - Jacksonville • Evergreen Place - Normal • Evergreen Village - Normal • Heritage Manor - Beardstown • Minonk Duplexes - Minonk • Montgomery Place - Litchfield • Pleasant View Manor - Gifford • Walnut Homestead - Walnut

Heritage's Assisted Living and Retirement Communities are intended for "the young at heart" and those who, like the quote, believe in growing newer instead of older. We are in tune to the needs of seniors who still enjoy living independently but would not mind having a helping hand readily available - someone to make sure the stove is turned off or someone to help you manage medication. If you are a senior that is interested in maintaining your independence while benefiting from the assistance of trained help, a retirement or assisted living community may be for you.

Each facility offers several distinct advantages to Heritage residents:

Independence

Our philosophy of care is to foster independence and individuality for our residents while providing quality assisted living services in a secure, supportive, and home-like setting. We aim to minimize residents' apprehensions and maximize their quality of life. Our residents receive as much or as little help as needed to maintain the most comfortable level of independence.

Help When You Need It

Every community is designed to assist seniors who may require help with daily living needs. They blend beautiful accommodations with personalized care. We work with residents and their families to arrange for assistance with housekeeping, transportation, dressing, hygiene, administration of medicine, meals, and any other individual need. Just click on the links below to learn about the different benefits Heritage provides.

• Diet & Nutrition Services • Hair Salon/Barber Shop • Housekeeping & Laundry Service • Activities • Social Services • Community Services • Transportation • Maintenance

Small-Community Atmosphere

Seniors living alone can feel isolated. At an assisted living or retirement community, you can enjoy social and recreational activities while being surrounded by friends. Our residents regularly dine with neighbors in the café area and take pleasure in each other's company within and around the community. The result is that each resident gets to experience the warmth and friendliness of their own little neighborhood.

The Perfect Combination of Independence and Care...What Heritage Has To Offer

To learn more about assisted living and retirement communities, click here to go to Heritage's Information Center.