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They offer activities daily. I have had a few meals there and I would say the food is good overall. The staff are amazing. They are so friendly and on top of things. The community is clean and they do...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Heritage Woods is an affordable assisted living community for older adults and senior citizens, located in Mt. Vernon, Illinois. Here at Heritage Woods we pride ourselves in the ability to provide affordable senior care to those that require the service but can't always afford the high prices. We...
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They are doing great! It's clean and the staff is friendly. I don't have any concerns or complaints at this point. It seems to be a good place.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
    Good Neighbor Care carries on the Brookstone tradition, providing a senior care program that supports individual freedom and promotes the dignity of each resident. Brookstone communities are all nestled in small Illinois towns of 10,000 to 20,000 residents where families can...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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I have lived at Evergreen Place for 8 years. They take good care of everyone. Dining services are very cheerful and caring. Food is good. They clean our rooms and do our laundry for use. They have a lot of...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Evergreen Place offers worry-free living, where independence thrives and compassionate care is always nearby. Our beautiful campus offers lovely supportive living options. We welcome you to learn more and visit our community of care, where friendships flourish and families find peace of mind....
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Courtyard Estates of Sullivan is a modern, beautiful assisted living community located in the residential neighborhood of Sullivan, Illinois. You'll enjoy our incredible spaces indoors while also spending plenty of time on our outdoor paths and patios or even under the gazebo. And, when you do...
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My husband was at Aspen Creek in Sullivan for 5 years. They are absolute angels. They have been like our family since the day we came. The care they gave him was so good. Over a 5 year period, he was up...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
Aspen Creek of Sullivan is a senior care home located in community of Sullivan in Moultie County, IL. With a population of 4,400 residents, Sullivan has small-town charm and natural beauty to spare. Besides a significant number of well-kept, historic buildings Sullivan boasts one of the best...
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.

Cost of assisted living in Avena, IL

The average cost of senior living in Avena is $4,463 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Herrick, IL with an average of $4,102 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Avena, IL vs. nearby cities

Avena, IL
$4,463/mo
$4,302/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Avena, IL vs. the state and national average

Avena, IL
$4,463/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Avena vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,463/mo
$4,473/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Avena, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$5,399/mo
Private
$2,860/mo
Studio
$4,539/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,213/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,088/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Avena over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Avena, IL

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Avena.

What families are saying about assisted living in Avena

Recent reviews for assisted living in Avena

Brookstone Estates of Olney

3.7
My father felt very isolated there as they did not have many activities he was interested in. He did not like the food but the personnel were friendly to him and helped him to meals and gave him his medications but otherwise he did not see them very often as he did not leave his room. He was 99 ...
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San Gabriel Memory Care in Highland, IL

5.0
The employees at San Gabriel Memory Care are educated and trained on dementia and how to care for this patient population. I like the fact that there are consistent caregivers and always someone nearby if you need help. They are consistent with their care and take the residents to the bathroom ...
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Cedarhurst of Breese

4.9
This has been a rewarding experience for both of us. My husband has had therapy and so have I. The employees here are first class. I consider them my friends.

Avena review score based on 108 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 108 reviews of 45 Avena assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Avena review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores

Avena review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Avena, IL45 facilities
7.9
Brownstown, IL50 facilities
6.9
St. Elmo, IL10 facilities

Review subcategories for Avena assisted living

When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 108 reviews of 45 Avena assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Avena resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.
Avena, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.7
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Avena assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Avena assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Avena, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select care services in Avena assisted living

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Avena that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
26.7%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
8.9%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.8%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
57.8%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.6%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.8%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
35.6%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
48.9%
53.8%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Avena assisted living

Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Avena Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51.1%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
17.8%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
24.4%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
17.8%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Avena assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Avena partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.1%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.6%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
31.1%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
13.3%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.4%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Avena assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Avena communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Avena, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
13.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.2%
42%
Room service
Room service
24.4%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.3%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Avena assisted living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Avena offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Avena, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
28.9%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.9%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.1%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.9%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.9%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.8%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
15.6%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
35.6%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
48.9%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
51.1%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
24.4%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.8%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.1%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Avena

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Illinois assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Avena protect seniors.

Learn about Illinois Assisted Living regulations

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There are 53 assisted living facilities near Avena, Illinois. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Avena, Illinois is Carriage Crossing Taylorville. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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