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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Barrow, IL
If you’re looking for assisted living in Barrow, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Barrow or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Barrow.
From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Barrow for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 59 assisted living facilities in the Barrow area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Jacksonville, Michael and Kampsville.
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Last Updated: 12/23/24
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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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Barrow, IL
The average cost of senior living in Barrow is $4,573 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Detroit, IL with an average of $4,116 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Barrow, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Barrow, IL vs. the state and national average
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U.S. national average
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Barrow vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Barrow, IL by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Barrow over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Barrow, IL
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Private income options in Illinois
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VA benefits in Illinois
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What families are saying about assisted living in Barrow
Recent reviews for assisted living in Barrow
Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Springfield
4.9
The facility was extremely open and friendly to all family members. The facility worked with us to get my mom acclimated to the place and try different solutions.
Villas of Holly Brook Bethalto in East Alton, IL
5.0
So far they have been great. They have a Facebook page where they upload pictures of the residents doing the activities and they seem to really encourage them to participate. You are able to schedule times to eat with your loved ones and the meals look great and we have heard nothing but good ...
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Cedarhurst of Springfield IL
3.7
It's fine for Alzheimer's care. They had an 'age in place' philosophy but did not have the appropriate staff for deteriorating patients. No RN at night to give needed meds. People who could go to the dining room seemed to have a much better experience. They did come when we called and for the ...
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Barrow review score based on 174 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 174 reviews of 51 Barrow assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Barrow 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
Barrow review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Barrow 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 174 reviews of 51 Barrow assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Barrow 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.Barrow, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.0
4.1
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Barrow assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Barrow assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Barrow, 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 Barrow 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 Barrow 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
49%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
15.7%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.1%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
56.9%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.7%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.1%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.2%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
49%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Barrow 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 Barrow 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
54.9%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.4%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Barrow 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 Barrow 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
41.2%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.3%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
37.3%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.6%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
3.9%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in Barrow 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 Barrow communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
21.6%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.3%
42%
Room service
Room service
31.4%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.6%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Barrow 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 Barrow offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
49%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
25.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
13.7%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.2%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56.9%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
51%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
49%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.5%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.5%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.1%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
49%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
31.4%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
29.4%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
41.2%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Barrow
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 Barrow protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Carriage Crossing Rochester, The Boulevard of St. Charles Senior Living and The Glenwood Supportive Living of Staunton are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Barrow, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 59 assisted living facilities near Barrow, Illinois. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Barrow, Illinois is Carriage Crossing Rochester. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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