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10 Best Nursing Homes in Thayer, IL

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Thayer nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Thayer, IL may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Thayer or another care type is right for you. Browse 144 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Thayer.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Devereux Heights.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Enos, Reader and Womac.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Thayer, IL

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Last Updated: 1/28/25
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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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Photo of Montgomery Terrace
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.
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.
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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Photo of Hickory Estates of Pana
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.
Photo of Blackberry Cottage
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.
Photo of Jerseyville Estates
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.
Photo of Cedarwood Health Care Ctr
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Photo of Castle Manor
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.
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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Photo of Evergreen Place
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.
Photo of Eunice C Smith Nursing Home
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.

Cost of nursing homes in Thayer, IL

The average cost of senior living in Thayer is $4,533 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Standard City, IL with an average of $3,970 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Thayer, IL vs. nearby cities

Thayer, IL
$4,533/mo
$4,638/mo
$4,518/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Thayer, IL vs. the state and national average

Thayer, IL
$4,533/mo
U.S. national average
$4,799/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Thayer vs. other types of senior living

$4,531/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,533/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Thayer, IL by room 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

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Thayer over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Thayer

Recent reviews for nursing homes 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.

Charter Senior Living of Godfrey

5.0
I'm very happy with the experience that I see mom having. I like the camaraderie among the staff. They seem very integrated. I like the attentiveness they extend to the residents. I like the activities that are provided. The facility is clean, and mom is always clean and dressed. I would ...
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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 nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Thayer nursing homes 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 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 Thayer that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Thayer, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
38.6%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
8.6%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84.3%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
88.6%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
47.1%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
8.6%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
84.3%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
31.4%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Thayer 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 Thayer Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Thayer, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
42.9%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.4%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
24.3%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
11.4%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Thayer 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 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
31.4%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
25.7%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Thayer 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 Thayer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Thayer, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
8.6%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
27.1%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
21.4%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.1%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Thayer 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 Thayer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Thayer, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
37.1%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.6%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
12.9%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
37.1%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.4%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.1%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.4%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
18.6%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
34.3%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
37.1%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
27.1%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
31.4%
0.4%
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