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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Dorchester, IL
Assisted living costs in Dorchester average about $4,886 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 211 communities in Dorchester. Our detailed directory has 2634 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. 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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9.0
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16 reviews
I feel like my parents receive excellent care in a place that truly makes me feel comfortable for them. The care is outstanding. The facility is beautiful and the residents are amazing, inclusive, and so...
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 Keystone Place at Richland CreekEvery person who chooses to make Keystone their home has not only lived an extraordinary life but shares the desire to keep living life to the fullest.Whether you choose Independent Living, Assisted Living, or Memory Care at Keystone Place at Richland...
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8.9
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27 reviews
My parents are currently residents at Cedarhurst of Godfrey. We initially had some issues with prescriptions. They also have staffing issues. Although I haven't eaten there, my parents say that the food 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.
Thank you for your interest in Cedarhurst at Godfrey!Cedarhurst at Godfrey is an assisted living community in Godfrey, Illinois. Godfrey offers residents the best of Midwestern living with scenic trails, fine shopping, eclectic dining and warm, welcoming people. Located in the St. Louis metro...
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30 reviews
I would like to see more activities. The staff is friendly but I would like to see more interaction from them. Maybe that happens & I just haven't witnessed it. My friend's toilet hasn't been cleaned in over...
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 Trustwell Living of Springfield! Whether you are a resident, team member, visiting family member or guest, every person who walks through the door of a Trustwell Living community is treated like family. Our caring team looks forward to continuing to provide the quality care and...
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8.9
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64 reviews
Perfect. My Mom was originally skeptical but came to feel safe and comfortable. Very homey. Well designed. Lots of light. Very efficient room layout.
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.
Autumn Gardens provides your loved one with a caring embrace in Creve Coeur. It is a faith-based nonprofit organization. Across all our communities, faith is a cornerstone of how we operate, which means everything we do is in service of our residents. Our assisted living community promotes...
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8.9
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66 reviews
My mom was only there for 12 days before she passed away but everything that you have listed were excellent. I'll never say a great value for the money because $[removed] a month is a lot but it's ...
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.
Sunrise of Webster Groves is an assisted living and memory care community in St. Louis, Missouri.
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8.8
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68 reviews
Everything so far has been great. Great overall experience, perfect size place and not too fancy for mom's taste. Everything seems clean as far as I can tell. Staff is friendly to mom and the family. Mom...
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.
Southview Assisted Living is the premier senior living community in South County near St. Louis, Missouri. We offer, assisted living and Dementia / Memory Care . This newly built senior living community will begin welcoming residents in Summer 2012.We know how difficult change can be, especially...
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13 reviews
I toured St Paul's some time in the past and found it old and dark and I knew I wouldn't live there. I tagged along with my sister and brother-in-law. I was amazed at the transformation of St Paul's. ...
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.
Old-fashioned hospitality customized to your needs. St. Pauls offers independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, and rehabilitation care all located on one campus. We can meet a variety of needs for individuals and couples. St. Pauls functions as a continuum of care, if...
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8.7
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15 reviews
The staff and nurses at Cedarhurst on Old Jacksonville road are excellent. They are very caring and personalble. The community is very welcoming and relaxed. The facility is clean and well appointed. The...
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.
Cedarhurst of Springfield is home to 52 assisted living apartments that have their own bathrooms and kitchenettes and 27 memory care apartments specifically designed to meet the needs of individuals living with Alzheimer’s and related memory loss. Cedarhurst of Springfield strives to be the best...
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8.7
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87 reviews
My dad passed but he loved it there. It was home and they were his family. I never smelled urine, facility was clean. Staff was friendly and treated dad like family.
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.
If you're looking for an assisted living option other than the traditional nursing home, Sunrise on Chesterfield is a great choice. We offer a range of individualized assistance and care—from light support to care that addresses more complex needs—in a setting that feels like home.Guided by our...
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8.6
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90 reviews
We are obviously overall very happy. It was a very good fit for her. Luckily she has a fridge we bring food that she likes so she doesn't have to deal with the dining room. Sometimes they were short staffed...
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.
Cedarhurst of Tesson Heights provides independent and assisted living to seniors in St. Louis, Missouri at the corner of highway 270 ad Tesson Ferry Road. This community is nestled in a peaceful suburban neighborhood. The sturdy red brick building, quaint and charming common areas, along with a...
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8.6
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30 reviews
I would say make several visits, during meal time, activity time, evening. Talk to residents and asked them how they feel about the facility. I felt administrators always took the time to talk to me. We were...
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.
You or your loved one will find a comfortable, homelike atmosphere at Charter Senior Living of Troy, a Charter Senior Living Community. Our residents are free from the cares of chores and other daily stresses. Our staff is available 24 hours a day to assist with your needs. Always preserving your...
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8.6
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70 reviews
What we like the most about Creve Coeur are the other people that live there. We would absolutely recommend this community to other families base on the experience we have had.
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 Creve Coeur Assisted Living, a socially active retirement community! Conveniently located near Olive and Highway 270, our community is within minutes of everything the city of Creve Coeur has to offer-seven parks, a golf course, more than a dozen churches, plus chic specialty stores,...
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8.6
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40 reviews
For the most part all goes well most of the time. very clean never had a complaint in 2 year. Staff is very pleasant and easy to work. with. Always available for family members to speak with and if there...
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 76 assisted living apartments and 24 residences equipped for memory care services, Cedarhurst of St. Charles is specifically designed with the best interests of our residents in mind. Individualized care plans are created for each individual based on his or her needs. That way the value of...
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8.6
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41 reviews
The staff and administrators work WITH the family to determine the best plan for the loved one. The medication is given precisely as instructed. They actually do really cool activities. The food 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.
Fairmont on Clayton is located in the Clayton / Richmond Heights area, just minutes from the Galleria Mall. We pride ourselves in our excellent ability to care for a wide array of care needs in an environment that is warm and homelike.Step into our community and you can't help but feel at home....
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8.6
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13 reviews
We've had a good experience and would recommend. We picked this community because of all types of beds available as we need them: rehab, memory care and Medicaid. Also close to hospital
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 at Villages of St. Peters Memory Care provide specialized care to our “Neighbors” with various forms of dementia and Alzheimer’s. Our state-of-the-art facility provides an open concept and inviting environment. Our neighborhood concept allows for 15 Neighbors to reside in a home-like...
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2 reviews
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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2 reviews
We've had a very positive experience this past year. My dad seems to like the staff and the facility. They organize a lot of activities during the day so the residents are always busy. They also have...
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.
San Gabriel Memory Care is a family owned and operated assisted living community dedicated to serving the unique needs of adults with Alzheimer’s and other memory-related illnesses. Our approach is to assist residents on their individual “daily walks” by incorporating personally relevant...
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8.5
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14 reviews
Warm, homelike facility with caring staff, one on one assistance for residents, and a place where your loved one is safe, has homecooked meals, and attention paid to the needs of each individual resident. ...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
At Aspen Creek, we follow a simple rule — if you wouldn't see it in your place, you won't see it in ours. And by following that rule, we've created an inviting experience that welcomes residents and their guests. There's one place like home, and that is Aspen Creek. A house is a roof with walls....
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8.5
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28 reviews
They are so kind and she was happy there. They paid attention to the residents and called them by name and talked to them one on one. They didn't yell at someone was not wanting to do what they needed to do....
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.
Thank you for your interest in Cedarhurst of Granite City!When it comes time for individuals and families to consider relocating to an independent or assisted living environment, the decision can be very emotional and challenging. You are not alone. Each day, more than 5,000 American families...
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8.5
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6 reviews
We picked this community, because of the location (closer to children) was an important factor. More importantly, however, was their tiered system for different care levels which some other places did not...
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.
Eastland is owned and operated by the Moose family of Auburn Illinois. Eastland Retirement Community provides the best of both worlds – the independence residents want with the support they need.Eastland offers a clean and comfortable atmosphere with a caring and friendly staff. Our quiet,...
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8.5
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3 reviews
Marvelous facility! My mom lived at Laclede Groves for the last 3 years of her life. From her 90th birthday party in the first month of her stay to her last week in Laclede’s hospice care, our family was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Home Care, Nursing Homes
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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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9 reviews
It was the Social Worker who decided that my mother cannot stay there anymore due to the doctor stating she needs more care and he wanted us to leave and take her out within one day and I told her no that we...
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.
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8.5
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26 reviews
Twin Oaks and their other facility are amazing! Even housekeeping is friendly and they don't cut corners. [Name removed], who gets you checked in, takes you on tours of the whole facility, answering any and...
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.
Twin Oaks Estate began as a vision, a vision of the way assisted living care should be. Commited, caring people, in a warm and welcoming environment, where seniors would receive superior assisted living care and opportunities for meaningful social interaction and recreation. Founded in 1981, our...
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8.5
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31 reviews
We needed a month of assisted living care for my husband. We visited several facilities and decided that Promenade suited our needs best. We made a great choice. The staff was friendly, kind 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.
Perfectly nestled between Ladue, Frontenac and Clayton, MO, in Richmond Heights, Promenade Senior Living will offer an active and engaged lifestyle with just the right supportive care available when needed. Just a stone's throw from all of the exciting cultural, shopping & dining attractions St....
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23 reviews
The outreach fellow is great The flower arranging is fun The Bingo lady makes it exciting The outings on the van were fun The kitchen area on the floors could always use a good cleaning My auntie doesn't...
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.
Experience elegant, boutique senior living at affordable rates. The charm of the Altenheim begins with its magnificent location on the banks of the scenic Mississippi. From the moment you walk in, you'll feel at home with the most delightful surroundings you could ask for in an independent,...
Cost of assisted living in Dorchester, IL
The average cost of senior living in Dorchester is $4,886 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Carlinville, IL with an average of $4,079 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dorchester, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dorchester, IL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dorchester vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Dorchester, IL by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Dorchester over time
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What families are saying about assisted living in Dorchester
Recent reviews for assisted living in Dorchester
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.
Fairmont on Clayton in Richmond Heights, MO
5.0
Given that it is a unique situation the staff have done a great job, and the hospice group has been a God send and has been unbelievable wonderful as well as the physical and occupational there. . Our loved one was truly loved by the staff .
Villas of Holly Brook Bethalto in East Alton, IL
5.0
So far they have been great. They have a Facebook page where they upload pictures of the residents doing the activities and they seem to really encourage them to participate. You are able to schedule times to eat with your loved ones and the meals look great and we have heard nothing but good ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Considerate and caring staff. Many reviews praise the attentiveness and compassion of the staff towards residents at their communities. At Dougherty Ferry Assisted Living and Memory Care, the staff goes above and beyond to ensure that residents' needs are met, as seen in the review where a resident was not notified after f ...
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Variety of activities. Residents appreciate the wide range of activities offered at their communities, from bingo and card games to museum outings and gardening classes. At The Grande at Laumeier Park, the staff organizes a variety of activities to keep residents engaged and active, including trips to the store and ...
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Thorough communication between families and staff. Reviews highlight the importance of clear and effective communication between families and staff to keep everyone informed and ensure care needs are being met. At Promenade Senior Living, the move-in process and communication with staff was criticized for lacking transparency. At Sunrise of W ...
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High-quality food and dining experiences. Residents consistently mention the importance of quality food in their overall satisfaction with their community. At Garden Villas South, the food is described as good and the residents look forward to mealtimes. At The Boulevard of St. Charles Senior Living, the staff accommodates individua ...
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Safe and secure living environment. Residents and their families express appreciation for the safety measures in place at their communities, allowing them peace of mind. At Dougherty Ferry Assisted Living and Memory Care, the security staff is described as attentive and responsive. At Addington Place of Collinsville, residents ...
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Personalized attention to accommodate resident needs. Several reviews mention the accommodating nature of the caregivers at various communities. At Cedarhurst of Bethalto, the staff were able to accommodate the unique needs of a resident, providing assistance with transportation and allowing them to participate in activities. At The Grande at La ...
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Dorchester review score based on 692 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 692 reviews of 191 Dorchester assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Dorchester 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
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Review subcategories for Dorchester 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 692 reviews of 191 Dorchester assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Dorchester 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.Dorchester, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.3
4.5
Friendliness
4.4
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.3
4.5
Meals & dining
4.0
4.1
Activities
3.9
4.1
Value for cost*
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Dorchester assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dorchester assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dorchester, 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 Dorchester 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 Dorchester 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
56.5%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40.8%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.2%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.2%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.3%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
48.2%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
59.2%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Dorchester 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 Dorchester Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56.5%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
39.3%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
49.7%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20.4%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dorchester 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 Dorchester partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Dorchester, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.4%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
47.6%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
44.5%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.7%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.5%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Dorchester 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 Dorchester communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Dorchester, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
33%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.6%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
42.4%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
32.5%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dorchester 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 Dorchester offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Dorchester, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
53.9%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.8%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
31.4%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.6%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
59.2%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60.7%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51.8%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
40.3%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
44%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
56%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
54.5%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
37.7%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37.2%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.9%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dorchester
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Illinois assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Dorchester protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Glenwood Supportive Living of Greenville, Carriage Crossing Rochester and Clarendale of St. Peters are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Dorchester, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 211 assisted living facilities near Dorchester, Illinois. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Dorchester, Illinois are Carriage Crossing Rochester, Clarendale of St. Peters and Carriage Crossing Taylorville. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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