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Fort Armstrong in Rock Island, IL

Fort Armstrong is an assisted living community in Rock Island, IL.

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Fort Armstrong in Rock Island, IL

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1900 3rd Ave, Rock Island, IL 61201

To contact a resident: (309) 373-0891

For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318

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Fort Armstrong Costs & Pricing

Fort Armstrong exhibits a distinct pricing structure for its rental units when compared to both Rock Island County and the broader state of Illinois. For instance, the cost of a studio apartment at Fort Armstrong stands at $3,800, which is notably higher than the county's average of $3,184 but lower than the state average of $4,028. Similarly, one-bedroom apartments are priced at $4,100 - this figure exceeds both county and state rates, with Rock Island County averaging $3,570 and Illinois offering a slightly lower average of $3,527. The two-bedroom units reflect this trend as well; Fort Armstrong charges $5,000 per month compared to $4,256 in Rock Island County and $4,208 statewide. Overall, while Fort Armstrong's rental prices appear steeper for one- and two-bedroom spaces relative to its immediate county pricing, they remain competitive within the statewide context.

Floor plansFort ArmstrongRock Island CountyIllinois
Studio$3,800$3,184$4,028
1 Bedroom$4,100$3,570$3,527
2 Bedrooms$5,000$4,256$4,208

Overall Review of Fort Armstrong

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Restaurant-style dining is a draw

Restaurant-style dining is a frequent point of discussion, for better and worse.

Residents repeatedly mention the food, with many describing it as great and enjoying the menu variety. The community also offers restaurant-style dining, which aligns with those positive comments about meals and dining. A smaller set of residents report the food quality is poor and that portions or choices can fall short.

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  • An empty restaurant dining area with neatly arranged tables and chairs.
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Staff care shows up across reviews

Residents describe staff who are attentive and supportive in day-to-day life.

Many reviews highlight staff as caring, responsive, and helpful, including nurses and other caregivers. Several residents and families mention being contacted when needs come up, handling concerns well, and making day-to-day logistics easier. At the same time, a number of critical reviews describe negative experiences involving nurses, communication, and treatment during care events.

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Activities and outings keep days busy

Activities and outings are a regular part of life described in reviews.

A large portion of residents describe plenty to do, including outings, live performances, and community events. Reviews also mention structured activities like movie events, happy hour, bingo, and cooking-related or educational programming. Some reviews, however, say activities are limited or don’t match expectations.

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Night staffing shortages are mentioned

Some reviews raise concerns about staffing coverage at night.

While many residents praise nursing and care support, a couple of reviews specifically point to gaps in coverage, including reduced nursing staff levels and no nurse on a third shift. Those same reviews tie the staffing concerns to worries about care reliability and follow-through.

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Pricing and promises don’t match for some

Some residents question value as rent changes and services feel inconsistent.

A few reviews mention rent increases and suggest they don’t receive what was promised, including changes around internet access. Others cite specific monthly cost concerns. Taken alongside complaints about food and other day-to-day items in the same reviews, the overall value picture varies depending on resident experience.

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Close to downtown and local stops

Residents mention an easy-to-reach location near downtown Rock Island.

Some reviews describe the community as being in downtown Rock Island with easy access, and at least one family member notes it is close to home. Reviewers also talk about enjoying nearby outings and services. The area includes parks and local healthcare options within about a mile.

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Features

Types of Care

  • Assisted Living Assisted Living

Pets

  • Cats allowed Cats allowed
  • Dogs allowed Dogs allowed

Amenities

  • Activities off-site Activities off-site
  • Activities on-site Activities on-site
  • Air-conditioning Air-conditioning
  • Beautician on-site Beautician on-site
  • Cable or satellite TV Cable or satellite TV
  • Devotional services off-site Devotional services off-site
  • Devotional services on-site Devotional services on-site
  • Ground floor units Ground floor units
  • Handicap accessible Handicap accessible
  • Indoor common areas Indoor common areas
  • Kitchenette Kitchenette
  • Outdoor common areas Outdoor common areas
  • Wheelchair accessible showers Wheelchair accessible showers
  • Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available Wi-Fi/high-speed internet available

Transportation

  • Quad City (5 miles away) Quad City (5 miles away)

Care Services

  • Ambulatory care Ambulatory care
  • Diabetic care Diabetic care
  • High acuity care High acuity care
  • Incontinence care Incontinence care
  • Medication management Medication management

Dining

  • Meals provided Meals provided
  • Restaurant style dining Restaurant style dining

Activities

  • Bible study group Bible study group
  • Cooking classes Cooking classes
  • Day trips and outings Day trips and outings
  • Devotional activities offsite Devotional activities offsite
  • Devotional activities on-site Devotional activities on-site
  • Educational speakers / life long learning Educational speakers / life long learning
  • Happy hour Happy hour
  • Live dance or theater performances Live dance or theater performances
  • Live musical performances Live musical performances
  • Stretching classes Stretching classes
  • Wine tasting Wine tasting

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Nearby Places of Interest

Located in Rock Island, Illinois, this area boasts a variety of amenities within close proximity. From beautiful parks such as Schwiebert Riverfront Park and Vander Veer Botanical Park to top-rated healthcare facilities including Community Health Care and Genesis Medical Center, residents have access to everything they need for a comfortable and convenient lifestyle. The dining options are plentiful with local favorites like Sippis American Grill & Craft Beer and Analog Arcade Bar nearby. Pharmacies such as CVS Pharmacy and Walgreens are also easily accessible for any medication needs. In addition, places of worship like St Paul The Apostle School offer spiritual fulfillment for residents. Overall, this neighborhood provides a vibrant and diverse community perfect for senior living.

Parks

  • Schwiebert Riverfront Park (0.2 miles)
  • Modern Woodmen Park (0.8 miles)
  • Centennial Park (1.1 miles)
  • Junge Park (2 miles)
  • Lindsey Park (2.1 miles)
  • Vander Veer Fountain (2.5 miles)
  • Vander Veer Botanical Park (2.5 miles)

Physicians

  • Community Health Care (0.8 miles)
  • Rock Island Optometric Center Limited (1.8 miles)
  • Digestive Disease Specialists (1.8 miles)
  • The Center for Neurosciences, Dr Assaf (1.8 miles)
  • Metro MRI Center (1.9 miles)
  • Quad Cities Pathologists Group (2.5 miles)
  • CHC Virology (2.6 miles)

Hospitals

  • Community Health Care (0.9 miles)
  • Genesis Medical Center (1.1 miles)
  • Kahl Home For The Aged (1.5 miles)
  • Edgerton Women's Health Center (1.7 miles)
  • Genesis West - Neuro (2.6 miles)
  • Genesis Cancer Care Institute (2.6 miles)
  • Select Health Systems (3.5 miles)

Restaurants

  • Sippis American Grill & Craft Beer (0.9 miles)
  • Analog Arcade Bar (0.9 miles)
  • Boozies Bar & Grill (0.9 miles)
  • Armored Gardens (0.9 miles)
  • Endless Brews (0.9 miles)
  • Checkers (1.3 miles)
  • McDonald's (1.4 miles)

Pharmacies

  • CVS Pharmacy (1.3 miles)
  • Walgreens (1.3 miles)
  • CVS Pharmacy (2.4 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.5 miles)
  • Walgreens (2.5 miles)
  • Uptown Drug (3.1 miles)
  • Walgreens (3.3 miles)

Places of Worship

  • St Paul The Apostle School (2.4 miles)
  • Heritage Wesleyan Church (3.5 miles)

Cafes

  • Starbucks (3.4 miles)
  • Panera Bread (3.5 miles)
  • Starbucks (3.5 miles)

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