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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...
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My mother was a resident at Lincolnshire for three months . The facility has a terrific director that is active in all phases of operation. She insures a safe, clean & loving environment for your loved one....
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.
Lincolnshire Place Lincolnshire Place in Loves Park, Winnebago County, Illinois is a multi-faceted assisted living community with a complete love of sports. Loves Park is a wonderful small town with a family oriented atmosphere. It is a typical suburb but still a very quaint place to settle down...
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Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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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.
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.
Prairie Ridge of Galena is the area's premier Independent Living and Memory Care community. Located in beautiful and historic Galena, Illinois, our state-of-the-art building began welcoming residents in August 2017. Residents of Prairie Ridge can expect the very best in retirement living; from...
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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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There were lots of nurses on staff but it was costing a lot of money. There were so many people that if my dad was in the sitting area it would be wall to wall people so that you couldn't hardly get a...
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, 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
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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, 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.
Grand Haven is a 53 apartment community that offers both independent and assisted living options. Our Individualized service plan is tailored to your needs. Independent and Assisted living apartments are mixed throughout the building. The services come to your door. You can choose from...

Cost of assisted living in South Elkhorn, IL

The average cost of senior living in South Elkhorn is $4,303 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include German Valley, IL with an average of $4,053 per month.

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

South Elkhorn, IL
$4,303/mo
$4,290/mo

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

South Elkhorn, IL
$4,303/mo
U.S. national average
$4,562/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,303/mo
$4,331/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,351/mo
Studio
$4,389/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,624/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,939/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in South Elkhorn over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in South Elkhorn, 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 South Elkhorn.

What families are saying about assisted living in South Elkhorn

Recent reviews for assisted living in South Elkhorn

Heritage Woods of Belvidere

5.0
I am very content living at Heritage Woods. My apartment is very comfortable and convenient. The nurses and CNAs are very attentive and convenient. The food is good and I may also eat in my room if I so desire. There are activities every day. Also a small store 2 days a week.

Anam Care of Rockford

5.0
The community is small, well staffed. They really understand of the needs of residents with memory issues. When I visit my loved one it is just like coming to nice homey living room.

Park Vista - North Hill in East Moline, IL

5.0
I've always felt welcome and enjoy visiting

South Elkhorn review score based on 130 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 130 reviews of 65 South Elkhorn assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Elkhorn 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

South Elkhorn review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
South Elkhorn, IL65 facilities
8.1
Milledgeville, IL89 facilities
8.0
Coleta, IL96 facilities

Review subcategories for South Elkhorn 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 130 reviews of 65 South Elkhorn assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Elkhorn 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.
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Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.2
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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South Elkhorn assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Elkhorn assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Elkhorn, 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 South Elkhorn 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 South Elkhorn 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
43.1%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
21.5%
33.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.9%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.4%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.8%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.9%
99%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
41.5%
48.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
41.5%
53.8%
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Availability of select dementia care services in South Elkhorn 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 South Elkhorn 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
46.2%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
24.6%
32.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
36.9%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Elkhorn 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 South Elkhorn 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
30.8%
27%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.5%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
21.5%
35.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.6%
13%
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Availability of select dining options in South Elkhorn 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 South Elkhorn communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
12.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40%
42%
Room service
Room service
24.6%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.8%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Elkhorn 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 South Elkhorn offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.5%
46.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.2%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.2%
50%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
47.7%
49%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.8%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
41%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.1%
34%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.8%
37.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.6%
46.4%
Live performances
Live performances
46.2%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
15.4%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.6%
45.6%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Elkhorn

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 South Elkhorn protect seniors.

Learn about Illinois Assisted Living regulations

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TLC Living Community, Fairhaven Christian Retirement and Azura Memory Care of Monroe are the top-rated assisted living facilities near South Elkhorn, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 83 assisted living facilities near South Elkhorn, Illinois. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in South Elkhorn, Illinois is TLC Living Community. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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