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10 Best Nursing Homes in Watkins Ford, IL
If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Watkins Ford 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 Watkins Ford, 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 Watkins Ford or another care type is right for you. Browse 109 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Watkins Ford.
We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Horseshoe, Sparks Hill and Kedron.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Horseshoe, Sparks Hill and Kedron.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Watkins Ford, IL
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New Haven Assisted Living - PaducahNew Haven Assisted Living is a resident’s home away from home, nestled in the cozy city of Paducah, Kentucky. The area is dotted with natural parks and stands at the confluence of the Ohio and Tennessee River. Bob Noble Park, located less than half a mile from...
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We at Charter Senior Living of Paducah opened July of 2023. The leadership team in Paducah has over 131 years combined experience in senior care. We won the McCracken County People's Choice Award for Best Assisted Living Community. We are nestled into the corner of New Holt Rd and Nth Friendship....
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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.
Carbondale Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a skilled and intermediate care facility located in Carbondale, Illinois. Carbondale Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has undergone many physical plant improvements, including a new rehabilitation treatment area, and a brand new supportive...
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Finding the right place for your loved one doesn't have to a difficult decision with options like New Haven - Kevil so look no further. New Haven - Kevil, located in Kevil, KY is an assisted living facility that takes a more comprehensive approach to providing the very best care for your loved...
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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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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.
At Heritage Woods of McLeansboro IL, we boast ourselves as the affordable assisted living offering a really wonderful environment for any senior citizen that is in need. At Heritage Woods we offer a great deal of care for your loved one that you have found needs an assisted living community....
Provides: Nursing Homes
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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: Nursing Homes
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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 Watkins Ford, IL
The average cost of senior living in Watkins Ford is $3,847 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vienna, IL with an average of $3,418 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Watkins Ford, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Watkins Ford, IL vs. the state and national average
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Watkins Ford
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Watkins Ford
Brookstone of Harrisburg
5.0
Everything is going quite well for my mom at Brookstone! The facility is well maintained and the staff are doing a great job with my mom. The food is also just fine for her. Overall, we are very pleased with her stay!
The Neighborhood at Paducah
5.0
My loved one was previously a resident at The Neighborhood at Paducah. I have all good things to say about this facility. The facility was clean and the staff was professional and friendly. The dining room had cloth table cloths and cloth napkins. The meals looked very good. Communication with ...
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The Landings at Reed Station Crossing in Carbondale, IL
5.0
My Mom is not thrilled with the food all the time but most of the time. The CNA's are great. They are fun and pay attention to the needs of my mom. The staff are all helpful. The other residents have enjoy trips to sites in the area. My mom just won't go. There are many things family can do ...
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Watkins Ford nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Watkins Ford nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Watkins Ford, 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 Watkins Ford 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 Watkins Ford 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
11.6%
2.7%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
4.7%
10%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81.4%
26.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
81.4%
27.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
30.2%
10.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
11.6%
0.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
79.1%
23.5%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
34.9%
7.3%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
37.2%
18.6%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Watkins Ford 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 Watkins Ford Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
25.6%
4.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20.9%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
23.3%
5.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
9.3%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Watkins Ford 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 Watkins Ford 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
16.3%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
16.3%
1.5%
No sugar
No sugar
18.6%
1.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
7%
3.7%
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Availability of select dining options in Watkins Ford 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 Watkins Ford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
11.6%
0.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
23.3%
0.4%
Room service
Room service
16.3%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Watkins Ford 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 Watkins Ford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
30.2%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
9.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
32.6%
6.8%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
34.9%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
34.9%
6.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
27.9%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
23.3%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20.9%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
32.6%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
34.9%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
16.3%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.3%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
30.2%
0.4%
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Villas of Holly Brook Herrin, Rivercrest Place and The Neighborhood at Paducah are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Watkins Ford, Illinois. See full list of communities.
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