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Timber Creek and the people that work there are fantastic! We picked thic community because, My mom's childhood friend was already living there. I'm ready to move in myself. I would recommend this community...
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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It is a lovely community. There are a lot of space and activities for the residents. Some of the activities include painting women's nails, bingo, hair salon, arts and crafts, television programs, and more...
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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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The apartments are roomy and lots of space in the facility. Opportunities for activities however the doors lock too early and it's hard to get someone to let you in after 4:30 or earlier PM. Spacious...
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.
Eagle Ridge is an affordable assisted living community that is offered to 65 and older adults. The emphasis is on maintaining your health, wellness, and independence at Eagle Ridge.  A full array of amenities and helpfull services will make your days fulfilled and comfortable for you and...
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The staff are so motivated. They never give up making sure we are entertained. The marketing director [name removed] is so creative and engaging us. The place delivers respect, excellence, and compassion is...
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 Flora is a large and active community of seniors located in Flora, Illinois that sits on a large lot of land, giving residents ample opportunities to explore the great outdoors. We believe that residents deserve options when it comes to where they live and what they do, and...
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Friendly staff and a few activities that are fun to participate in. The food could improve. Some food items like hotdogs and Salisbury steak aren't very good
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
We are a specialty care residence focused on individuals with Alzheimer's and dementia.Lincolnshire Place has mastered the art of making residents feel at home. Every aspect of our memory care community has been designed to meet the individual needs of our residents—mind, body, and soul.Our goal...
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Mom has a really nice apartment that's very comfortable for her. She's not a real sociable person but she does have friends there.
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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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I can't say enough good things about this assisted living facility. The staff are genuinely caring and attentive, always going above and beyond to make sure residents feel comfortable and supported. The food...
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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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The staff is super nice and very helpful. The room sizes are good. Perhaps a few more activities for those who are more mobile.
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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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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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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Photo of Lavender Ridge of Effingham
Provides: Memory Care
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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: 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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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.
Photo of Willowbrook Alzheimer and Dementia Care Residences Vandalia
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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 Willowbrook! Our homes have been designed to provide care and support to your loved ones while promoting dignity and independence. We have been providing award winning memory care for over 10 years, care that celebrates each resident’s abilities. Each home accommodates 12-14...
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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.
Courtyard Estates of Sullivan is a modern, beautiful assisted living community located in the residential neighborhood of Sullivan, Illinois. You'll enjoy our incredible spaces indoors while also spending plenty of time on our outdoor paths and patios or even under the gazebo. And, when you do...
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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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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Provides: Memory Care
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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: 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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I have lived at Evergreen Place for 8 years. They take good care of everyone. Dining services are very cheerful and caring. Food is good. They clean our rooms and do our laundry for use. They have a lot of...
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....
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.
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, 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.
Primrose Retirement Communities in Decatur provide independent living and assisted living senior care. Our buildings feature attached/enclosed garages with direct access to the facility. Our activities and events are shown with Electronic bulletin boards that are available in the apartments and...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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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 memory care in Cowden, IL

The average cost of senior living in Illinois is $7,829 per month as compared to $7,121 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Illinois vs. 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 state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Column costDifference: Cost difference
Community typeIllinoisU.S.Cost difference
Memory Care$7,829/mo$7,121/mo9.9% above national median
Assisted Living$6,413/mo$5,909/mo8.5% above national median
Independent Living$3,360/mo$3,532/mo4.9% below national median
Memory Care
Illinois:$7,829/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Cost difference:9.9% above national median
Assisted Living
Illinois:$6,413/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Cost difference:8.5% above national median
Independent Living
Illinois:$3,360/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
Cost difference:4.9% below national median
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What families are saying about memory care in Cowden

Recent reviews for memory care in Cowden

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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Carriage Crossing Senior Living of Arcola

5.0
My Dad moved in right before Thanksgiving. He was having some memory issues and needed a little more help then he was getting at home. Honestly, this place is like an all inclusive resort. The building is beautiful and well maintained. The staff treat my Dad like family. Dad is so happy with ...
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Cowden review score based on 146 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 146 reviews of 49 Cowden memory care communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Cowden review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how memory care residents and family members rate memory care 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

Cowden review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Cowden, IL49 facilities
8.4
Effingham, IL43 facilities
9.1
Sullivan, IL17 facilities

Review subcategories for Cowden memory care

When memory care 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 146 reviews of 49 Cowden memory care communities. This chart helps you compare Cowden resident and family memory care 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.
Cowden, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
3.7
Friendliness
4.4
3.8
Care services
4.3
3.4
Staff
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3.6
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Cowden memory care services and amenities

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

Memory care communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of memory care partners in Cowden that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Cowden, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
32.7%
63.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
6.1%
47.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.9%
82.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
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*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63.3%
70%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.2%
28.4%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.9%
89.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
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Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Cowden memory care

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 Cowden Memory Care partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Cowden, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
51%
72.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20.4%
45.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
26.5%
68%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Cowden memory care

Memory care communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Cowden partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Cowden, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.7%
28%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.6%
44.8%
No sugar
No sugar
26.5%
41.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
12.2%
50.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Cowden memory care

Our memory care communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Cowden communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Cowden, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
4.1%
32.1%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.9%
40.2%
Room service
Room service
24.5%
37.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Cowden memory care

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered memory care communities in Cowden offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Cowden, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
36.7%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
24.5%
33.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.5%
29.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
53.1%
53.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.1%
51.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.1%
59.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.9%
39.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.4%
35.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.6%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.1%
47.2%
Live performances
Live performances
53.1%
47.3%
Dances
Dances
34.7%
32.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
22.4%
22.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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State regulations for memory care in Cowden

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for memory care. 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 memory care regulations will help you understand how memory care communities in Cowden protect seniors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

The Glenwood Supportive Living of Greenville, Villas of Holly Brook Effingham and Villas of Holly Brook Shelbyville are the top-rated memory care facilities near Cowden, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 49 memory care facilities near Cowden, Illinois. See the full list.
The best memory care facility near you in Cowden, Illinois is The Carriages of Decatur. This memory care community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
The 49 memory care facilities near you in Cowden, Illinois typically provide housing, therapies, and care tailored to those who have Alzheimer’s or other forms of dementia. To find memory care in Cowden, Illinois, browse our detailed listings showing photos, floor plans, amenities, activities, and reviews from real families.
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