Independence Village of Rockford offers both Assisted Living and Independent Living. Residents who prefer a fully independent lifestyle can live without daily support but still have access to staff if needed, while those choosing Assisted Living receive help with routine tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication reminders. Short-term or respite stays are available for individuals recovering from an illness or surgery, and ongoing diabetes management is offered with physician oversight and regular blood-sugar monitoring. A visiting doctor and on-site speech therapist round out the basic medical support available to every resident.
Beyond these core options, the community maintains a range of clinical services so residents can remain on campus even if their needs change. Nurses are on site for medication management, routine assessments, and coordination with outside specialists. Physical, occupational, and speech therapists provide rehabilitation programs, while a podiatrist visits for foot care. The team can accommodate incontinence care, assist residents who need help walking or transferring, and supervise a secured memory-care area for those living with dementia. Hospice care and massage therapy are also available, ensuring that advanced or comfort-focused support can be delivered without relocating to another facility.
Apartments and common areas are designed to balance accessibility and comfort. Floor plans may include wheelchair-accessible showers, kitchenettes, cable or satellite television, individual climate control, and Wi-Fi, though specific features vary by unit. Shared spaces such as a central fireplace, butterfly garden, piano or organ, outdoor seating areas, and on-site parking provide additional places for residents to relax or host visitors. Prospective residents should confirm which amenities are present in the apartment style they are considering.
Meals are prepared by a professional chef and served three times a day, with options that accommodate no-added-salt, no-sugar, vegan, and other physician-recommended diets. International dishes appear alongside familiar comfort foods, and guests are welcome to join for meals. Snacks and beverages are available throughout the day, and the culinary staff coordinates closely with nursing to align menus with individual care plans.
Daily life is supported by an activity center, swimming pool, library and computer lounge, and raised garden beds. Structured fitness programs, yoga and chair yoga sessions, live music, dances, karaoke, birthday celebrations, and intergenerational events provide social and recreational variety. Residents can join supervised outings into the Rockford area or simply relax outdoors on campus.
