Brenden Gardens
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Springfield, IL

Brenden Gardens

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care · Springfield, IL

Overview of Brenden Gardens

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.

By The Numbers

Community insights.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #313 / 366Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis assisted living community is ranked 313th out of 366 assisted living communities we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every assisted living community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Assisted living communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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About This Community

Pricing & Financial Information

Starting Price
$2,800/Month

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Services

3 services
Housekeeping Services
Transportation Services
Beauty Services

Additional Policies & Features

Pets Allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Dining
ActivitiesRecreational Activities
Specific ProgramsLifestyle & Amenities, Exercise Programs
Operating HoursMonday – Friday 24 Hours, Saturday 24 Hours, Sunday 24 Hours

Dining & Nutrition

InfoSourced directly from the team at Brenden Gardens.

This facility provides Dining Services.

Food DescriptionDelicious dining program with chef-prepared meals.

Room Accommodations

Housing Options1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type3-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Brenden Gardens

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath

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Address 4.5 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Springfield's city center to Brenden Gardens's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Illinois

Brenden Gardens is located in Springfield, Illinois.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Illinois.

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Community Care Program

Illinois CCP

Age 60+
General Illinois resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,215/month individual
Asset Limits $17,500 individual, excludes home, car
IL

High demand in urban areas; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/day) Adult day services ($65/day) Emergency home response systems ($30/month)

Illinois Respite Program

IL Respite (via NFCSP)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Illinois resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
IL

Limited slots; urban/rural balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$65/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Supportive Living Program (SLP)

Illinois Medicaid Supportive Living Program

Age 65+ or 22-64 with disability
General Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs moderate assistance (not nursing home-level).
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
IL

~200 SLP sites statewide; room/board not covered.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, mobility) Meals Housekeeping Medication management Respite (~240 hours/year)

Persons Who Are Elderly Waiver

Illinois Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+
General Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IL

Part of HealthChoice Illinois; consumer-directed options available.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., dressing, eating) Homemaker Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Home mods ($1,000 avg.)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Illinois Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Illinois resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
IL

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Illinois Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Illinois resident, in approved facility, SSI recipient or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IL

~$50-$500/month based on facility type.

Benefits
Cash (~$50-$500/month) for room/board in personal care homes or SLFs

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Illinois VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Illinois resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
IL

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

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.

What is the best email address for Brenden Gardens?

The team at Brenden Gardens can be reached at BrendenGardensSMC@tutera.com.

How much does Brenden Gardens cost per month?

Pricing at Brenden Gardens starts at $2,800 per month, with rates varying by floorplan and additional care needs.

Are there photos of Brenden Gardens?

Yes — there are 10 photos of Brenden Gardens in the photo gallery on this page.

What levels of care does Brenden Gardens provide?

Brenden Gardens offers Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Respite Care.

What is the address of Brenden Gardens?

Brenden Gardens is located at 900 Southwind Rd, Springfield, IL 62703.

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