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99 Photos available
1515 Floor plans available
9.7
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137 reviews
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I loved Clarendale in Mokena Beautiful facility, had a lovely apt. .... small but efficient . Good food and great people. Would be there now if I could.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Clarendale of Mokena is the only senior living community in The Village of Mokena, Ill. It is also the newest such community in the greater market area to offer three integrated lifestyle options under one roof - residential living, assisted living and memory care. Clarendale of Mokena creates an...
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11 Video available
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9.7
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69 reviews
9.7
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Staff attentive to the needs of residents and families. Communication is frequent and clear. Questions are addressed in timely manner. Upper management heavily involved.
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Harvester Place is a purpose built memory care community for seniors in the Chicago area. We specialize in providing high quality care for seniors living with dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease, by offering a personal touch that makes every resident feel welcome and at ease. Our services and...
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88 Photos available
9.6
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79 reviews
9.6
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The staff and caregivers are so compassionate and thoughtful it has made a difficult time easier. Everyone takes time and shows genuine empathy to the families who live there. My parent enjoys the food and...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
You can trust that your loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia is in good hands at Encore at South Barrington memory care assisted living in South Barrington, Illinois. We focus exclusively on memory care, providing care that is based on the most up-to-date research, for our residents with...
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1818 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.6
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33 reviews
9.6
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Very clean and very helpful most times. Their food service needs help. Cold or not cooked thoroughly. Don't have diet specific meals available. Most aides are helpful, but some apparently don't know what...
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.
Heritage Woods of Huntley provides you with the opportunity to enjoy apartment home living in a residential community while obtaining the personal services you may need to continue a life of purpose and individuality. Imagine a life without household chores, yard work or home maintenance. Invite...
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9.6
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Welcoming, clean, happy residents and staff very informative and helpful. . I'm thankful that your organization helped me find my dad's new home.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
When it comes to home upkeep, less is more.Our community, located next door to a golf course and across the street from Arthur L. Janura Forest Preserve, has both independent living and assisted living so you’ll have care options if you need more care later.  When something needs to be...
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1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.6
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68 reviews
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What we like the most about the community is that they are very flexible and willing to make an individual treatment plan based on the person's needs. Wonderfully and kind staff. I would send my mom back in...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
In elegant, residential environments, we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by providing today's seniors with a range of personalized assisted living...
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88 Floor plans available
9.6
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125 reviews
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Small, compact facility with a focus on care. Find staff to be skilled and excellent, especially the kitchen and nursing staff. They offer lots if fun activities. They prove PT and doctor visits on site.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Located in a residential neighborhood only minutes from Wheaton, Atria Park of Glen Ellyn offers all the benefits of living in a vibrant, supportive community, with the discreet support of a care staff close at hand. Without the worries of chores and home maintenance, residents are free to pursue...
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They are wonderful. My parents are very happy there. [name removed] is amazing. Patient and supportive, willing to work with you and no question or concern is too big or too small. All the staff is friendly...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
At Lexington Square Lombard a CCRC, we offer a variety of community features. Residents can enjoy regular off-site adventures and excursions. Cats and dogs are allowed in private quarters. We offer free high speed internet. Free resident parking and guest parking available at our location. All...
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2121 Photos available
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9.6
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Everyone who I've interacted with seems to truly care about the people who live there, which is nice. Everyone is very friendly and willing to help. The pricing is reasonable, if as reasonable as senior care...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Sunrise Senior Living introduces Fountain Square, a beautiful environment designed to fit your lifestyle...today and tomorrow! Located in Lombard, Illinois, about 20 miles west of downtown Chicago and offers assisted living, independent living, and 2 levels of memory care - Reminiscence and...
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1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.6
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I think its benefits and I feel cared for. Socialization is good for me. It a really good experience. I like that doctors are on-site.
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.
Brookdale Hawthorn Lakes is a pet-friendly assisted living community located in Vernon Hills, Illinois. We are located near Big and Little Bear Lakes, both are favorite picnic destinations for our residents and their families. Our attentive staff members are available 24 hours a day to provide...
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Photo of Morning Star Village
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9.6
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33 reviews
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All of the staff are friendly and helpful! When my mother moved in on [date removed]she was on oxygen, has to be escorted everywhere. She was very weak. Her food had to be pureed. With they consistent help,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Morning Star Village is the friendliest and only locally-owned Assisted Living community in the Rockford area. We offer a wide range of services to residents who are happy to call Morning Star Village home. Presence Life Connections manages our community and they have a long history of serving...
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Photo of Sunrise of Naperville North
1616 Photos available
33 Floor plans available
9.6
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Staff is very friendly and helpful. Administrative staff is helpful but sometimes forgets to get back to you on items. Sizes of apartments are good. The floor plans are more open than some other places, and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
With over 35 years of experience in senior care, Sunrise Senior Living offers elegant environments, in which we deliver the finest in senior care, and are recognized internationally for both quality and innovation. Guided by our Principles of Service, Sunrise affords families peace-of-mind by...
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9.6
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9.6
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Facilities were good size and kept very clean. Food was very good. I would recommend them to others who are searching for a place for their loved one. However this is the only place I visited but we were...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Welcome to HarborChase of Naperville Assisted Living and Memory Care community. Here, you’ll discover stimulating activities, customized programs, innovative health services and generous amenities, along with a welcome abundance of Midwestern charm. We offer a large variety of spacious and...
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We chose StoryPoint Naperville because of the overall size and that there are many activities, the social aspect. They talk about a family portal to keep track of everything, but they don't actually have...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Welcome to StoryPoint Naperville! This isn’t just a place to reside — it’s a place where our community members truly shine, and we are glad to share this experience with them. Our various senior living options include independent living, enhanced living, assisted living, memory care, and respite...
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89 reviews
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Terra Vista of Oak Brook Terrace would be a 5! What a difference of a privately owned company who doesn't use any agencies to source their staff. They are all hand picked to ensure they have the "care giving...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Terra Vista of Oakbrook Terrace is changing the view on Alzheimer's care. We have recognized that a diagnosis of dementia for a loved one is a diagnosis for the whole family. We believe that keeping a family connected is imperative to not only providing the best possible, personalized care to the...
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1010 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
9.6
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Activities Outings Communication with Staff the best also problem solving. I have nothing to say about American House Cedarlake but wonderful.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
American House Cedarlake is a pet-friendly independent living and assisted living community for seniors in the greater Chicago area. For those who want to enjoy their retirement in the comfort and privacy of their own one-bedroom or two-bedroom apartment without the fuss of home ownership and...
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1313 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
9.5
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I would definitely recommend 3oaks. They have taken good care of my Dad. 3 things stood out, the cleanliness, staffing ratios, the staff
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Three Oaks is the premier assisted living community in Cary, Illinois just north of the Fox River. We offer Assisted Living and Dementia/Memory Care. This newly built retirement community will begin welcoming residents in Spring 2012.We know how difficult change can be, especially for seniors, so...
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TLC was the perfect solution for our mother. She received outstanding care from all the staff. The facility is modern and incredibly clean. I would highly recommend TLC to anyone looking for care for a loved...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
TLC Living Community Where it feels like home, because it is home. TLC Living Community is a newly constructed, 92 apartment assisted living community, Phase 1 completed in March 2020. Located on six acres in Machesney Park, Illinois, it offers an ideal location close to retail, shopping,...
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My mother lived at Lombard Place for almost two years before she passed. It was a great place for her. My mother could be cranky and stubborn at times, but her care never suffered. The caregivers and staff...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
The new Lombard Place Assisted Living and Memory Care in Lombard, IL is the perfect alternative for seniors who value their independence but still need some help from time to time. Carefully designed and professionally managed, Lombard Place features beautiful apartments in a home-like setting....
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55 Floor plans available
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I felt immediate relief and a sense of peace moving mom and dad into StoryPoint. The daily report from them used to be whatever medical a chest pains they had. It changed quickly to what activities they did....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
Thoughtfully designed to help older adults enjoy greater well-being, StoryPoint Bolingbrook is an assisted living and memory care community serving the families of Bolingbrook and Naperville.Whether residents select a spacious studio, one- or two-bedroom apartment, they will have access to a...
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11 Video available
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I love this place I just retired a month ago! I was scared at first not because of moving here just a new beginning ! The whole getting old and trusting people but I know for fact GOD sent me here!...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Don't let our value prices fool you -- Autumn Green is a beautiful community!   Autumn Green at Midway Village offers full-service rental retirement living at a mid-range price for persons aged 62+ OR For-sale condominiums for persons aged 55+ in the adjacent Midway Village...
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I would rate almost all a 4-5. What we like the most about the community is that it is very homey, we liked the director and they had good communication. Yes, we would recommend Aspen Woods of Vernon Hills
Provides: Memory Care
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.
For the best memory care for your loved one with Alzheimer's or dementia in the Vernon Hills, Illinois area, consider Charter Senior Living assisted living community. We focus exclusively on memory care, providing care that's based on the most up-to-date research, for our residents with...
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Great offerings. Great clientele. If you can afford this, it is good activity, socialization, meals, facility. I toured many, I didn't see anything better than this in our area.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent 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.
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.
Oak Trace, located in Downers Grove, IL, is not-for-profit continuing care retirement community that offers a continuum of living options. Catered living, skilled nursing care and memory support are all situated right on campus. With everything so close by, you'll know that you can find whatever...
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All the staff quickly learned our family's names .They are constantly cleaning the common areas to keep it sanitized and tidy. They really embrace a team effort at Encore. ALL the staff are there to assist...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
Building on a tradition of excellence, Encore at Crystal Lake features the highest quality of care, but also an outstanding quality of life.At Encore at Crystal Lake the joy of life is plain to see. For all those in our care, we are dedicated to creating a sensitive, nurturing and comfortable...
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The staff is good - there are a lot of activities for residents who have an interest in them. Community is a good mix of independent and assisted living.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent 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.
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.
Good Times, Good CompanyLocated in the active and vibrant city of Chicago, Illinois, our independent and assisted living community boasts stunning views of Lake Michigan and the city skyline, spacious common areas for relaxing and entertaining, delicious meals served in a restaurant-style dining...
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Cost of nursing homes in Big Rock, IL

The average cost of senior living in Big Rock is $5,626 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Newark, IL with an average of $5,167 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Big Rock, IL, vs. nearby cities

Big Rock, IL
$5,626/mo
$5,695/mo

Nursing homes costs in Big Rock, IL, vs. state and national averages

Big Rock, IL
$5,626/mo
U.S. national average
$4,796/mo

Nursing homes costs in Big Rock, IL, vs. other senior living options

$5,645/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,626/mo

Nursing homes costs in Big Rock, IL, by floor plan type

Senior living costs in Big Rock vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Big Rock, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeBig Rock, ILIllinoisU.S.
Nursing Homes$5,626/mo$5,166/mo$4,796/mo
Assisted Living$5,597/mo$5,149/mo$4,559/mo
Memory Care$5,645/mo$5,166/mo$4,796/mo
Independent Living$4,184/mo$4,331/mo$4,019/mo
Nursing Homes
Big Rock, IL:$5,626/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,796/mo
Assisted Living
Big Rock, IL:$5,597/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,559/mo
Memory Care
Big Rock, IL:$5,645/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,796/mo
Independent Living
Big Rock, IL:$4,184/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,019/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Big Rock, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Big Rock 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.

Big Rock, ILIL stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Big Rock, IL

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Big Rock 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
Big Rock, IL$6,360/mo$6,023/mo+5.6%
Illinois$6,145/mo$5,796/mo+6.0%
National$5,665/mo$5,378/mo+5.3%
Big Rock, IL
2024 average cost:$6,360/mo
2023 average cost:$6,023/mo
Percent change:+5.6%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$6,145/mo
2023 average cost:$5,796/mo
Percent change:+6.0%
National
2024 average cost:$5,665/mo
2023 average cost:$5,378/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Big Rock

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Big Rock

Shepherd of Harvard

5.0
I am very happy with the care that my mother is getting at this very nice and home feeling community. The staff is wonderful and very attentive. I like that the community is clean. <y mother is really liking the activities and she likes what is offered. We would highly recommend this small ...
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Wesley Willows a CCRC in Rockford, IL

5.0
Wesley Willows was great to work with. My mom was there for rehab, respite, and assisted living. We were very happy with the care. The nurse and CNAs took great care of my mom and always keep updated regarding her care. She was very happy with the food. We chose the community because my mom ...
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Bella Terra Bloomingdale

4.6
Excellent caring staff. The food was always hot and fresh. Excellent chef as all of the food is made right there on premises. The nurses and aides were very caring and attentive to our needs. Great therapy team. The facility is immaculate I would highly recommend this facility

Big Rock nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Big Rock nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Big Rock, 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 Big Rock nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Big Rock that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Big Rock, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
54.9%
2.8%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
52.5%
10.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
79%
23.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
81.1%
24.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
69.6%
10.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
28.9%
1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
78.5%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
51%
7.5%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64.4%
19.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Big Rock nursing homes

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 Big Rock Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Big Rock, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.6%
4.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
39.3%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
51.2%
6.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.7%
1.4%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Big Rock nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Big Rock partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Big Rock, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41%
0.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.2%
1.6%
No sugar
No sugar
43.2%
1.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.6%
4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
15.4%
0.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Big Rock nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Big Rock communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Big Rock, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
48.6%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
36%
0.5%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.3%
0.8%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Big Rock nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Big Rock offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Big Rock, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
53.8%
0.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.3%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
40.3%
0.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.2%
7.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
56%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.8%
7.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.4%
0.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
46.9%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47.9%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
54.9%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
55.1%
0.5%
Dances
Dances
36.4%
0.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.2%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.6%
0.5%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care, Brookdale Northbrook and Brookdale Des Plaines are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Big Rock, Illinois. See full list of communities.
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