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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Ontario, IL

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If you’re looking for assisted living in Ontario, 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 Ontario or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Ontario.

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My brother transferred from a rehab center to Brookstone. He was assessed for the right match of care for his health. Marketing explained services clearly and accurately. The cost was transparent. Staff from...
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A gracious affordable assisted lifestyle community for the older adult. At Brookstone of Aledo, you'll enjoy friendly neighbors to share common life experiences and an active community full of choices. In the privacy of your own apartment which has been conveniently designed for senior living,...
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My parents are thrilled about Courtyard, and the employees are wonderful. We couldn't be happier!
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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.
Welcome to Courtyard Estates of Kewanee, the area's premiere Assisted Living Community! At Courtyard Estates, our goal is to provide professional, compassionate services for older adults, while promoting independence, which allows our tenants to maintain or improve their current lifestyle. ...
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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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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.
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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, 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.
Courtyard Estates of Galva is a beautiful, well-maintained assisted living community located in Galva, Illinois. Our modern community is within minutes of all of Peoria's numerous shopping and entertainment options. Our residents benefit from the impressive landscape, park-like setting, and...
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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.
Courtyard Estates of Monmouth is an assisted living community located in Monmouth, Illinois, in a home like environment. Our campus is well cared for and located only minutes from various shopping areas, medical offices, and restaurants. Within our community, residents will enjoy spacious...
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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.
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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.
Legacy Estates of Monmouth Legacy Estates of Monmouth is an assisted living community that is available to those seniors who are looking to call Monmouth, IL their home. This large and comfortable community offers a home in a growing city that is full of prosperity and good things. Legacy Estates...

Cost of assisted living in Ontario, IL

The average cost of senior living in Ontario is $3,259 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Bishop Hill, IL with an average of $2,904 per month.

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

Ontario, IL
$3,259/mo
$2,986/mo
$4,026/mo

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

Ontario, IL
$3,259/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,259/mo
$3,259/mo

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

Studio
$4,200/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,500/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Ontario over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Ontario, 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 Ontario.

What families are saying about assisted living in Ontario

Recent reviews for assisted living in Ontario

Brookstone of Aledo

4.9
Brookstone is an amazing assisted living "home". The staff is friendly and helpful to residents and family members. Family bingo night is held once a month with always a huge turnout. So much to me and organization are put in all the activities.

Ontario assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Ontario assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Ontario, 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 Ontario 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 Ontario 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
36.4%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
18.2%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
45.5%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.2%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
27.3%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
18.2%
53.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Ontario 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 Ontario 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
9.1%
51.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
27.3%
41.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Ontario 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 Ontario 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
9.1%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
9.1%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
9.1%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.1%
35.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Ontario 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 Ontario communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Ontario, ILNational
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
18.2%
42%
Room service
Room service
9.1%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.1%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Ontario 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 Ontario offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Ontario, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
18.2%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.1%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
9.1%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
27.3%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
18.2%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
27.3%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
18.2%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
9.1%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
9.1%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
18.2%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
18.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
9.1%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
9.1%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
18.2%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in Ontario

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 Ontario protect seniors.

Learn about Illinois Assisted Living regulations

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Brookstone of Aledo, Courtyard Estates of Kewanee and Hawthorne Inn of Galesburg are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Ontario, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 11 assisted living facilities near Ontario, Illinois. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Ontario, Illinois is Brookstone of Aledo. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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