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Assisted living costs in Alpha average about $5,363 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 72 communities in Alpha. Our detailed directory has 845 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Galesburg, Moline and Knoxville.

Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses. 

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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.
Grand Haven is a 53 apartment community that offers both independent and assisted living options. Our Individualized service plan is tailored to your needs. Independent and Assisted living apartments are mixed throughout the building. The services come to your door. You can choose from...
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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, 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.
Like us on Facebook! Welcome to Courtyard Estates of Bradford, the area's premiere assisted living community. At Courtyard Estates, our goal is to provide professional, compassionate services for the older adults while promoting independence, which allows our tenants to maintain or improve their...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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 Lutheran Living Senior Campus!Nestled in the lush fields of Muscatine, Iowa, we provide you with residences,services, and conveniences for a full life today and the full continuum of health care and rehabilitation to support you into the future. Lutheran Living is the onlyContinuing...
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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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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.
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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.
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The facility is very clean and the staff have been great so far! The facility was also a great fit because it fit our budget and location needs. Courtyard Estates has proven to be the best choice for my...
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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.
Villas at Bushnell is an assisted living and memory care community located in the heart of Bushnell, Illinois, just minutes from all that Peoria has to offer. As a modern, home like environment, our community provides a positive, supportive environment for our residents. We're near beautiful...
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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.
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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.
We began our quest into senior living because of our love for our beloved mother, Mary Bickford, whose needs became too great for us to manage.  As we researched senior living options, we were shocked at our findings.  The options offered too much or too little — none met her needs and...
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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.
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My mom just spent two weeks at our home for Easter. She told of some things there that is how I rated it. Some workers are excellent but others can't read letters to her and she is blind. One of the nurses...
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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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The staff have been fantastic! Not just in caring for my mother, but in being "part of the family" in guiding us all towards other needed healthcare needs as my mother battles cancer.
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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.
Located in Canton, the largest city in Fulton County, Illinois, the Courtyard Estates is an assisted living community which takes pride in providing the highest quality care without compromising an environment where our residents feel independent, and where their privacy is respected. A large...
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Morrison Manor was the best fit for [name removed] as there were only 12 residents at this Memory Care Facility. He had his own large room which accommodated his family when we all visited. The facility...
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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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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My loved one has the biggest smile on his face and they're always glad to see him! The therapists are doing the best they can to get him moving on his own. He's worn out every day and that's a testament! The...
Provides: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Choosing a healthcare and rehabilitation center for yourself or your loved one is one of the most important decisions you can make. You want someone who is caring, knowledgeable, and accessible; someone willing to take the time to go over all your options and treat you as a person. With the...
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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.
At Bickford of Peoria we offer premiere Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care services to provide peace of mind if an unanticipated need arises. Our genuine intent is to create an environment that gives expression to personal choice and the fullest expression of assistance comes...
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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.

Cost of assisted living in Alpha, IL

The average cost of senior living in Alpha is $5,363 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Moline, IL with an average of $5,299 per month.

Assisted living costs in Alpha, IL, vs. state and national averages

Alpha, IL
$5,363/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

Assisted living costs in Alpha, IL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,363/mo
$6,808/mo

Assisted living costs in Alpha, IL, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,507/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,076/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,817/mo

Senior living costs in Alpha 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: Alpha, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeAlpha, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$5,363/mo$6,329/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,808/mo$7,681/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$2,989/mo$3,342/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Alpha, IL:$5,363/mo
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Alpha, IL:$6,808/mo
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Alpha, IL:$2,989/mo
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Alpha, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Alpha 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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Assisted living cost trends in Alpha, IL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Alpha 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 average 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
Alpha, IL$5,474/mo$5,046/mo+8.5%
Illinois$5,655/mo$5,396/mo+4.8%
National$5,408/mo$5,128/mo+5.5%
Alpha, IL
2024 average cost:$5,474/mo
2023 average cost:$5,046/mo
Percent change:+8.5%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$5,655/mo
2023 average cost:$5,396/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,408/mo
2023 average cost:$5,128/mo
Percent change:+5.5%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Alpha, IL

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Alpha.

What families are saying about assisted living in Alpha

Recent reviews for assisted living in Alpha

Overlook Village in Moline, IL

5.0
Overlook Village has been a godsend for my family. My parents moved to assisted living last year when they were both in failing health and just floundering in their condo. They have now had 3 great meals and have help taking their medications every day. Dad enjoys Men’s Club outings and Happy ...
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Fort Armstrong in Rock Island, IL

5.0
I have lived at The Fort Armstrong for almost 5 years and do not regret my choice in moving here. I enjoy the live music and outings we go on.

Ridgeview Assisted Living in Burlington, IA

5.0
[name removed] loved it there. Staff was great. It was his home. The atmosphere was very bright and cheery, it felt very welcoming.

Alpha review score based on 262 family reviews

7.8
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This proprietary review score is based on 262 reviews of 72 Alpha assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Alpha review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living 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

Alpha review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Alpha, IL72 facilities
7.9
Moline, IL34 facilities
7.6
Wyoming, IL13 facilities

Review subcategories for Alpha assisted living

When assisted living 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 262 reviews of 72 Alpha assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Alpha resident and family assisted living 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.
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Cleanliness
3.9
3.4
Friendliness
3.9
3.5
Care services
3.6
3.2
Staff
3.8
3.4
Meals & dining
3.4
3.1
Activities
3.6
3.1
Value for cost*
3.4
3.1
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Alpha assisted living services and amenities

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

Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Alpha that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Alpha, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
52.8%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
19.4%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.2%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.6%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
58.3%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19.4%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.8%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40.3%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47.2%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Alpha assisted living

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 Alpha Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Alpha, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
47.2%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27.8%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.4%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.4%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Alpha assisted living

Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Alpha partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Alpha, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
15.3%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.2%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
19.4%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20.8%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.9%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Alpha assisted living

Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Alpha communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
15.3%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
20.8%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
12.5%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Alpha assisted 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 assisted living communities in Alpha offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Alpha, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.7%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22.2%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
22.2%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.8%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.1%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
54.2%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.4%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
22.2%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.9%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
41.7%
48%
Dances
Dances
20.8%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.6%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.9%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Alpha

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. 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 assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Alpha protect seniors.
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Brookstone of Aledo, The Fountains and StoryPoint Bettendorf are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Alpha, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 72 assisted living facilities near Alpha, Illinois. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Alpha, Illinois is Brookstone of Aledo. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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