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Photo of Brookstone Of Mattoon North
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Everyone is very friendly and helpful. I can't say that he's happy but he is adjusting in a healthy way. Based on the experience we have had, we would recommend this community to other families.
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.
Good Neighbor Care carries on the Brookstone tradition, providing a senior care program that supports individual freedom and promotes the dignity of each resident. Brookstone communities are all nestled in small Illinois towns of 10,000 to 20,000 residents where families can feel satisfied their...
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Everything is a five according to Mom, however the food is a two. She often has a snack or meal in her room. She realizes the cooks only get so much to work with, but the meals disappoint her. Breakfast is...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
All Brookstone Estates independent living communities are modern, attractive and impeccably maintained, offering gracious ambiance while meeting the unique needs of each individual resident. The facilities offer a full range of services and amenities for a single, all-inclusive, yet affordable...
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The food is really good. Over all I'm pleased feel like I made the right choice. I have and definitely would recommend Carriage Crossing to others who are searching for a place for their 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.
Carriage Crossing Senior Living is your premier choice for assisted living in seven beautiful locations, Arcola and Champaign, Decatur, Bloomington,Rochester Illinois. We are committed to providing our residents a safe and meaningful lifestyle.Our vibrant assisted living apartments offer you...
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The staff seem to be involved with the residents and they try to keep them active. I like how they are always wanting to come up and share how dad is doing. The food looks good and they have a variety of...
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.
Life's Journey Senior Living - Mattoon is located on the east side of Mattoon. We have two buildings, each of which are split in half making four separate homes. Our homes range in capacities from 12 to 16 neighbors. Each home has its own living rooms, media rooms, dining rooms, laundry services,...
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My Mom has lived at Heritage Woods for about a year and likes it very much. She has a 1 br apt & has her cat with her. The CNA's are very caring & they & the nursing staff have always notified me right away...
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 Charleston is a quaint set of senior living apartments located in the heart of Charleston, Illinois.It offers a home for aging loved ones who want to maintain their independence with just a little help. At Heritage Woods of Charleston, we pride ourselves in providing a safe...
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My husband and I had to find a place for his mother because she was not fit to live by herself anymore and A Place for Mom suggested Brookstone. When I called them and spoke with them on the phone, I was...
Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Welcome to Brookstone Estates, Charleston's only Premier Full Service Independent Living Community. Our community is designed to promote choice and independence within a safe and loving environment. At Brookstone, our services include housekeeping, laundry and 3 daily meals along with a vibrant...
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Mattoon Tower is an affordable senior housing apartment complex for seniors 55 and older located in Mattoon, Coles County, Illinois. Mattoon Tower is located with easy access to nearby shopping centers, medical facilities, and public transportation. At Mattoon Tower, our loved ones maintain their...
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Provides: Independent Living
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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.
Our 12 studio apartment home offers a wide range of services for those looking to maintain their independence in a close knit community. We offer a safe and secure environment for active, independent seniors. Our amenities range from personalized apartments to restaurant quality meals. The...
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Cost of independent living in Mattoon, IL

The average cost of senior living in Mattoon is $3,623 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lovington, IL with an average of $3,465 per month.

Independent living costs in Mattoon, IL, vs. nearby cities

Mattoon, IL
$3,623/mo
$3,669/mo
$3,766/mo

Independent living costs in Mattoon, IL, vs. state and national averages

Mattoon, IL
$3,623/mo
U.S. national average
$4,016/mo

Independent living costs in Mattoon, IL, vs. other senior living options

$4,723/mo
Independent Living
$3,623/mo

Independent living costs in Mattoon, IL, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,097/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,423/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,039/mo

Senior living costs in Mattoon 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: Mattoon, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMattoon, ILIllinoisU.S.
Independent Living$3,623/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living$4,711/mo$5,149/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,723/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Mattoon, IL:$3,623/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Mattoon, IL:$4,711/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Mattoon, IL:$4,723/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
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Independent living costs in Mattoon, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Mattoon 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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Independent living cost trends in Mattoon, IL

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Mattoon 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
Mattoon, IL$3,137/mo$2,620/mo+19.7%
Illinois$2,643/mo$2,563/mo+3.1%
National$2,795/mo$2,798/mo-0.1%
Mattoon, IL
2024 average cost:$3,137/mo
2023 average cost:$2,620/mo
Percent change:+19.7%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$2,643/mo
2023 average cost:$2,563/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
National
2024 average cost:$2,795/mo
2023 average cost:$2,798/mo
Percent change:-0.1%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about independent living in Mattoon

Recent reviews for independent living in Mattoon

The Oaks Manor in Oakland, IL

5.0
We initially feared Mom would not like being in assisted living, but she absolutely loves it at the Oaks Manor. When we do get her out for the day she is always ready to get back. She always mentions how safe she feels being there. The employees go way above and beyond what is expected and ...
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Heritage Woods of Charleston

4.9
I have lived here for about a year and a half. I have enjoyed it immensely. Very friendly people live and work here. I recommend it for people 65 years old and older. We get three meals a day plus snacks. We get activities that are great. We have exercise programs for 45 minutes at least 2 times ...
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Brookstone Estates Tuscola

4.6
It's a very friendly place. They are very respectful to the residents. And they show true concern and care for them The facility is good. They clean the apartments every week. My loved one likes the food for the most part, although he's not picky. Sometimes it can be tough / hard to eat, ...
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Mattoon independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mattoon independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mattoon, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mattoon independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Mattoon partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mattoon, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
34.1%
No sugar
No sugar
42.9%
31.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.6%
33.6%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
14.3%
8.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Mattoon independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Mattoon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mattoon, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
28.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
71.4%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
71.4%
36.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mattoon independent 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 independent living communities in Mattoon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mattoon, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
71.4%
45.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
57.1%
28.4%
Community service programs
Community service programs
42.9%
32.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
85.7%
49.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
85.7%
54.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
85.7%
43.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
42.9%
37.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
71.4%
41.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
71.4%
47.5%
Live performances
Live performances
71.4%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
28.6%
32.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
42.9%
39.8%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
71.4%
47%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Brookstone Of Mattoon North, Brookstone Of Mattoon South and Carriage Crossing Arcola are the top-rated independent living facilities near Mattoon, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 9 independent living facilities near Mattoon, Illinois. See the full list.
The best independent living facility near you in Mattoon, Illinois is Carriage Crossing Arcola. This independent living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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