
Brenden Gardens
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Springfield, IL
Brenden Gardens
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Springfield, IL
Tutera Senior Living operates Brenden Gardens as an independent living community at 900 Southwind Rd in Springfield, Illinois. The 3-story building is firmly car-dependent, posting a Walk Score of 19, so reliable transportation matters here. One-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments are available, pets are welcome, and Carolyn Balota leads the community as Assistant Executive Director.
The monthly starting price is $2,800. Brenden Gardens operates outside the Medicare and Medicaid system, which means families are planning private pay from the outset. What that price covers includes chef-prepared meals, housekeeping, transportation services, beauty services, exercise programs, and recreational activities. Rehabilitation services and respite stays are also on offer, with 24-hour staffing in place.
At $2,800 per month to start, Brenden Gardens is a private-pay independent living community with a full services package and Tutera Senior Living’s operational backing. It fits older adults in Springfield who want included amenities, transportation, and dining without the complexity of navigating Medicare or Medicaid coverage.
Walk Score: 19 / 100 Rank #561 / 648Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 561st out of 648 homes in Illinois for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Illinois facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Illinois that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMrs. Carolyn Balota, Ast. Executive Director (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
24-Hour Staffing
Dining
Wellness
Short-Term Stays
Friendship & Community
Specific ProgramsLifestyle & Amenities
Operating HoursMonday – Friday 24 Hours, Saturday 24 Hours, Sunday 24 Hours
Starting Price$2,800/month
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Beauty Services
Transportation Services
Housekeeping Services
Recreational Activities
Exercise Programs
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4.5 miles from city center
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Brenden Gardens is located in Springfield, Illinois.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Brenden Gardens
Is Brenden Gardens in a walkable area?
Brenden Gardens has a walk score of 19. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Are pets allowed at Brenden Gardens?
Yes, Brenden Gardens allows residents to bring their pets.
Are there photos of Brenden Gardens?
Yes — there are 11 photos of Brenden Gardens in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Brenden Gardens?
Brenden Gardens is located at 900 Southwind Rd, Springfield, IL 62703.
What is the phone number of Brenden Gardens?
(217) 529-4586 will put you in contact with the team at Brenden Gardens.
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