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Photo of Azura Memory Care of Monroe
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Azura of Monroe has friendly and caring staff. I have seen how they interact with my mom and other residents. They are caring and responsive the resident’s needs. I feel confident that mom is safe and is...
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.
Transforming the Culture of Memory CareProviding compassionate care begins with a secure, warm setting. When people with memory loss feel at home, they respond more positively and interact more with others.Our relationship-based care philosophy called MOSAIC recognizes each person is an...
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55 Floor plans available
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I recently visited my sister and find her apartment very nice and the staff friendly. They recently have a new chef and she is interested in the residents opinion and found the food appealing. I find the...
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.
Oakley Courts is an assisted living community located in the city of Freeport, Illinois in the county of Stephenson. Oakley Courts is less than half a mile from two different full golf courses. For the many seniors that live in Oakley Courts that unsurprisingly enjoy the game of golf, the greens...
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After hearing good reviews and taking a tour, we moved my mom into Heritage Woods in August 2023. I go to visit often and honestly can say each time I am there I am continually impressed with their facility....
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 of Freeport is an affordable assisted living community serving adults 65 or older, fully certified by the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Living. Situated in Stephenson County, Illinois about 25 miles west of Rockford, Heritage Woods is a lovely place to call home, and...
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We are in the independent living section and have a really nice apartment. Everyone here has been extremely friendly and helpful. We would definitely recommend Sienna Crest to others looking.
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.
Founded in 1997, Sienna Crest offers ten different assisted living communities throughout southern Wisconsin. Sienna Crest offers a true home-like setting for older adults. Our homes are smaller, averaging 15-20 rooms. This allows us to provide a high quality of life and assistance. We help...
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They balance outstanding care while maintaining dignity and respect of the residents. Such a pleasure to work with the WP team. My parents are very happy here. Just the right balance of independence and...
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.
The Meadows at WinnPrairie™ offers quality care and a structured environment for residents with memory or cognitive impairments. The focus of The Meadows programs is to build on residents’ strengths and skills through a variety of therapeutic activities and services. All designed and delivered by...
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My mom was at the facility for 1 year it was an amazing experience for her. The caring staff always went above and beyond. They made my mom feel as an important member of the family. Everyone there was...
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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
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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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They house 5 women all together which is nice for my loved one. And the best part of it is that it is much more affordable compared to the bigger places which are outrageously priced. She is able to still...
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
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.
Photo of Graceland Manor
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.
Photo of Liberty Village of Freeport
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Nora, IL

The average cost of senior living in Nora is $4,281 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include The Galena Territory, IL with an average of $3,321 per month.

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

Nora, IL
$4,281/mo
$4,142/mo
$4,265/mo

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

Nora, IL
$4,281/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,281/mo
$4,281/mo

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

Studio
$3,135/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,820/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Nora over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Nora, 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 Nora.

What families are saying about assisted living in Nora

Recent reviews for assisted living in Nora

Sienna Crest - Darlington

4.9
We are in the independent living section and have a really nice apartment. Everyone here has been extremely friendly and helpful. We would definitely recommend Sienna Crest to others looking.

WinnPrairie Assisted Living and Memory Care in Freeport, IL

4.3
Well managed. Staff know the residents and treat them with respect.

Heritage Woods of Freeport

4.9
This community is beautiful and is a place my family calls home. We love all the areas we have to enjoy time with them, games, bingo and social hours. The pool table is an added bonus it is great seeing a mens group play and laugh. We understand they are under a refresh a new furniture is on ...
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Nora assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Nora assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Nora, 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 Nora 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 Nora 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
38.5%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
7.7%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
92.3%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
38.5%
57.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.3%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
38.5%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
30.8%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Nora 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 Nora 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
30.8%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.1%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
23.1%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.4%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Nora 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 Nora 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
15.4%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
7.7%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
7.7%
36.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Nora 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 Nora communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
7.7%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.5%
42%
Room service
Room service
15.4%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Nora 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 Nora offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
30.8%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
23.1%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
7.7%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
30.8%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
38.5%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
38.5%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
38.5%
41%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
15.4%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.5%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
38.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
15.4%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
15.4%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.5%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Nora

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 Nora protect seniors.

Learn about Illinois Assisted Living regulations

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Azura Memory Care of Monroe, Oakley Courts and St. Clare Friedensheim are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Nora, Illinois. See full list of communities.

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