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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: 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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I went to Bayberry again today. The care was much better. They were helping the people eat that are not able to eat on there own. It definitely made me feel better.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
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.
Located two miles north of I-64 in St. Charles County, Breeze Park’s personal services and on-site conveniences help you lead an independent, stimulating lifestyle.Breeze Park is close to historic St. Charles, Lake St. Louis, and Chesterfield. Physicians, entertainment, churches, pharmacies, and...
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My sister Becky lived at Durberg House. We found out at the last minute they were closing the home. I had to find a place for [name removed] in two weeks before I went to Florida for a month. I called [name...
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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My parents chose to live in Meridian village because it was a Christian-based organization, and it was ranked one of the best in the area. They were very pleased with the kind and loving care that they...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Meridian Village is a Continuing Care Retirement Community located in Glen Carbon/Edwardsville, IL area. This beautiful community is situated on 31 acres and features a pond and walking trails. Meridian Village offers a full range of senior living options: * Independent Living offers 2 bedroom...
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"First Hand Experience?"-Well, Being As I'm A Resident Here And Have Been Residing Here Going On 2 Years Soon, I Have To Put In My "Overall Rating" As, 5-Star. When i First Came Here, I Was Amazed At How...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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This is a great home. The staff is fantastic. They went over and above the care they gave to my mother. She was not easy to care for, but the staff were always patient and kind. They always kept the...
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.
Caregivers Inn offers the warmth of home living to seniors who no longer are able to live alone. Licensed with the Department of Health & Senior Services, Caregivers Inn is a 29 bed facility offering one independent living apartment upstairs.The facility looks like a country style house...
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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: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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.
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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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Everything is going well for my brother since his move to this community. I'am satisfied with the care and everything they have done for us. He is doing very good. They have a pleasant staff, they have been...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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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.
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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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: 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
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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: 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.
The Village at Morse Farm offers its residents carefree independent and supportive living. We will cook, clean and do your laundry. Medication assistance, transportation, cable television and wi-fi included in the rental price.
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Provides: Assisted 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.
Bethesda Southgate, known by residents of South St. Louis County for its quality skilled nursing care, recently received Accreditation by the Joint Commission of Healthcare organizations, an independent, not-for-profit national body that overseas the safety and quality of health care.Bethesda...
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.
The Bridges of Columbia offers the perfect mix of privacy,independance and community for people ready to live a more carefree lifestyle. With a comprehensive list of services and ammenities that are included in your monthly rent, we take the headaches of home ownership away so you can focus on...
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Elsah, IL

The average cost of senior living in Elsah is $4,801 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Kane, IL with an average of $4,002 per month.

Assisted living costs in Elsah, IL, vs. nearby cities

Elsah, IL
$4,801/mo
$4,944/mo

Assisted living costs in Elsah, IL, vs. state and national averages

Elsah, IL
$4,801/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

Assisted living costs in Elsah, IL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,801/mo
$4,791/mo

Assisted living costs in Elsah, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,768/mo
Studio
$4,910/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,919/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,581/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,993/mo

Senior living costs in Elsah vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Elsah, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeElsah, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$4,801/mo$5,149/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,791/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,930/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Elsah, IL:$4,801/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Elsah, IL:$4,791/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Elsah, IL:$3,930/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Elsah, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Elsah and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Elsah, IL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Elsah have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Elsah, IL$4,448/mo$3,959/mo+12.4%
Illinois$5,632/mo$5,379/mo+4.7%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Elsah, IL
2024 average cost:$4,448/mo
2023 average cost:$3,959/mo
Percent change:+12.4%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$5,632/mo
2023 average cost:$5,379/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Elsah, 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 Elsah.

What families are saying about assisted living in Elsah

Recent reviews for assisted living in Elsah

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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Lutheran Senior Services At Breeze Park in St. Charles, MO

4.0
They are pretty good. It's very clean. The staff is pretty friendly. They have stuff going on for activities, but they told me they take them out at least once a week, they told us they had a bus with a lift, and they don't. They told us when she was there she would be able to eat in any of the ...
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Elsah review score based on 892 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 892 reviews of 184 Elsah assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Elsah 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

Elsah review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Elsah, IL184 facilities
7.6
Grafton, IL15 facilities
8.3
Otterville, IL7 facilities

Review subcategories for Elsah 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 892 reviews of 184 Elsah assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Elsah 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.
Elsah, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.9
4.1
Friendliness
4.0
4.1
Care services
3.5
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.6
Activities
3.5
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
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Elsah assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elsah assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elsah, 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 Elsah 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 Elsah 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
59.8%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
45.7%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.5%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.5%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.9%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
34.2%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.7%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.4%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.7%
54.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Elsah 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 Elsah Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Elsah, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
58.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.6%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
53.8%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elsah 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 Elsah partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Elsah, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.3%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.7%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
45.1%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
42.4%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
12%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Elsah 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 Elsah communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Elsah, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
35.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
40.8%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.7%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elsah 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 Elsah offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Elsah, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
53.8%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.7%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.6%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.8%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
46.2%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
54.3%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
37%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
39.7%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
56%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Elsah

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Illinois assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Elsah protect seniors.
Learn about Illinois assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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