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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.
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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.
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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.
Castle Manor offers worry-free living, where independence thrives and compassionate care is always nearby. Our beautiful campus offers lovely supportive living options. We welcome you to learn more and visit our community of care, where friendships flourish and families find peace of mind. Live...
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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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We could not be happier with Keystone Senior Living. All of the staff have been wonderful to my parents. The facility is clean and offers everything they need.
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.
A caring community that promotes health, well-being, and independence. Our community offers two lifestyles side by side on the same campus. Keystone Gardens Independent Living has services and amenities that complement an active lifestyle. When additional care or assistance becomes necessary,...
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Definitely best place in this area. Food - great- good servers. Apts. great, roomy. Community-friendly like a family Activities - every day Nursing- very helpful Cleaning- great Staff- mostly great,...
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.
Evergreen Place offers worry-free living, where independence thrives and compassionate care is always nearby. Our beautiful campus offers lovely supportive living options. We welcome you to learn more and visit our community of care, where friendships flourish and families find peace of mind....
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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
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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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Cost of assisted living in Thayer, IL

The average cost of senior living in Thayer is $4,531 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Waggoner, IL with an average of $4,094 per month.

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

Thayer, IL
$4,531/mo
$4,640/mo
$4,515/mo

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

Thayer, IL
$4,531/mo
U.S. national average
$4,558/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,531/mo
$4,531/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,770/mo
Studio
$4,495/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,808/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,087/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,335/mo

Senior living costs in Thayer 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: Thayer, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeThayer, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$4,531/mo$5,149/mo$4,558/mo
Memory Care$4,531/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,506/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Thayer, IL:$4,531/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,558/mo
Memory Care
Thayer, IL:$4,531/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Thayer, IL:$3,506/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Thayer, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Thayer 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 Thayer, IL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Thayer 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Thayer, IL$5,008/mo$4,244/mo+18.0%
Illinois$5,632/mo$5,379/mo+4.7%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Thayer, IL
2024 average cost:$5,008/mo
2023 average cost:$4,244/mo
Percent change:+18.0%
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 Thayer, 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 Thayer.

What families are saying about assisted living in Thayer

Recent reviews for assisted living in Thayer

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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Randall Residence of Decatur

5.0
Everything is wonderful and clean at this community. The staff are very nice and attentive to my aunt and especially in her time of need after losing her dog. My aunt is adjusting well and has gained 10 pounds since staying with the community. My aunt loves the meals provided, she reads me the ...
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Thayer review score based on 174 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 174 reviews of 58 Thayer assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Thayer 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

Thayer review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Thayer, IL58 facilities
8.3
Virden, IL64 facilities
7.9
Auburn, IL63 facilities

Review subcategories for Thayer 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 58 Thayer assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Thayer 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
4.0
Friendliness
4.5
4.1
Care services
4.3
3.8
Staff
4.4
4.0
Meals & dining
4.1
3.6
Activities
4.1
3.7
Value for cost*
4.1
3.7
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Thayer assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Thayer assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Thayer, 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 Thayer 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 Thayer 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
46.6%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
10.3%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.8%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
56.9%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
10.3%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.8%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.9%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
48.3%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Thayer 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 Thayer 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
51.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25.9%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
29.3%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Thayer 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 Thayer partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Thayer, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
37.9%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.5%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
31%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.1%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.2%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Thayer 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 Thayer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
10.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
32.8%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
25.9%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20.7%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Thayer 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 Thayer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Thayer, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
44.8%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.4%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.5%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.8%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.3%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.8%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.9%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.4%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
44.8%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
32.8%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
24.1%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.9%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Thayer

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 Thayer protect seniors.
Learn about Illinois assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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Eastland Retirement Community, Carriage Crossing Rochester and The Glenwood Supportive Living of Greenville are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Thayer, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 67 assisted living facilities near Thayer, Illinois. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Thayer, Illinois are The Glenwood Supportive Living of Greenville and Villas of Holly Brook Chatham. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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