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Photo of Villas of South Park Chatham
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Villas of South Park Chatham is a beautiful facility. The staff is caring and responds quickly to my loved one's needs. They offer a lot of activities, although not a lot to his particular interests. The...
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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I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. The staff are caring towards the residents.
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.
As a resident at Silver Creek, you will be around long-time friends and neighbors - people with life experiences in common with you and who appreciate everything you have to offer. More importantly, your independence and privacy is cherished at Silver Creek. We strive to provide exceptional...
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I am very impressed with the care & compassion that the management & staff at Reflections Memory Care has shown to both my loved one & [I] (as the caretaker). They have been tremendous in helping with the...
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.
Assisted living is the perfect scenario for older adults who need some assistance but enjoy their independence. Our community offers 24/7 care, a social environment brimming with options, and a range of programs and services that provides meals, housekeeping, laundry, and assistance with personal...
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My Mom passed away Sunday, but I do want to say this. . .Brookstone Estates was a fantastic place. I want to give them props on how well they took care of my Mom. They were wonderful and I would recommend...
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.
    Brookstone Estates was founded in 1996 because congregate care was hard to find in rural Southern Illinois. The creation of the first Brookstone community and subsequent quest for additional high quality senior care spawned a comfortable yet manageable 46-unit design that has...
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When we first moved my mother into the Chesnut Glenn & Chesnut Terrace, we really liked it. Everything seemed to be working out there but my mother got sick and I'm not sure she will be able to go back. We...
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.
We welcome you with open arms at Chestnut Glenn and Chestnut Terrace. You'll find a warm, friendly community where folks can thrive and connect. It's a place full of friendly local faces where you and your loved one will feel right at home, whether that's in our inviting community spaces or homey...
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The community her for the care of my father. The meals are outstanding. We are happy that he is active with the activities and he is participating. The direct of activities is always very helpful and make 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.
When the demands of living in your home require more than you're willing and able to give on your own, you'll find a welcome home here at Spencer Place. Spencer Place is located just minutes from I-70 and an Acute Care Hospital and only 15 minutes from the St. Louis Airport in beautiful St....
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I have no complaints about how things are going for my mother since she made the move into this community. I have to say my favorite thing about this place is how friendly the staff are and the positive...
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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.
Welcome to…..Ascension Living Sherbrooke Village, where we make A Difficult Choice Easier.Nestled on several acres at the foot of Ripa Avenue in an area of outstanding natural beauty in South County, Sherbrooke Village represents Today’s nursing care residence.We share a mission of providing care...
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We chose The Mary Culver Home because it is a home that specialized for residents who are visually impaired. It is a smaller facility with only 25 women, so she gets more personalized care. I don't just feel...
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.
Photo of Garden Place of Millstadt
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Great place. Love everything about it. The center is clean, the food is good, and the staff is amazing. If you're looking for a center that will provide your love one with the care they deserve, I highly...
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.
Garden Place specializes in providing individual services to it's clients. There is no age restriction for apartments any of our communities. The services provided by Garden Place are not medical. The service that can be provided in apartments include but are not limited to: Light Housekeeping...
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Photo of Harvester Residential Care
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Wonderful caring people, my spouse is thriving there and has become much more independent. Price for what you receive is fantastic. Highly recommend.
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.
Harvester Residential Care Inc. is dual licensed (Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services and Missouri Department of Mental Health) facility that conveniently located in the middle of family oriented residential neighborhood of St. Charles county, with easy access (less than 10-15...
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Due to my mother's physicality, she needed skilled nursing. From the staff and food to the care and schedule, I would give everything a 5 star rating. My mother has only been there a couple of...
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.
At Brooking Park there is to be discovered......The ambiance and grace of a lovely home with the services and amenities of a fine hotel.....Exemplary medical and personal care provided by skilled and caring staff....All those things that enhance mature lives and families.... With grace and...
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It seems like a well run community. The staff seem to be caring and engaging with the residents. They are flexible with the individual needs of each resident and they do not have a " one size fits all"...
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.
River Birch Senior Living is a residential like community of 3 homes overlooking hole #6 of Panther Creek Golf Club in Springfield, IL. This location gives you the feeling of living in the country for peace and quiet yet still close to restaurants, shopping and major highways. Our caregiver to...
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They're very friendly and helpful. They keep in contact with us to let us know how things are going. It's clean - I don't see anything laying around out of place. My loved one says the food is good, and...
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.
Cedar Trails Senior Living Community located in Belleville Illinois provides superior support for independent and assisted living needs. We offer a warm, safe family like environment for your aging parents. Our friendly professional staff, numerous services and activities or designed to provide a...
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The best thing about it is the care staff. They are exceptional, I couldn't ask for more. It's a sweet place with really good people. It's not showy, no big pools or fancy happy hours, but you can tell they...
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.
Garden Place specializes in providing individual services to it's clients. There is no age restriction for apartments any of our communities. We also offer short term and respite stays. The services provided by Garden Place are not medical. The service that can be provided in apartments include...
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My father and sister have both been to Nazareth. I cannot thank them enough for their compassion and care. [name removed] in admissions went over and above in helping us deal with the financial end and [name...
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.
Nazareth Living Center provides assisted living for seniors in St. Louis, Missouri. The community is situated in a tranquil neighborhood in the South County region of the St. Louis suburbs, just a few minutes from the junction of highways 55, 255 and 270. The surrounding neighborhood features...
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My dad has been here for 6 months, he is very happy here... He has Dementia/Alzheimer's, it was a hard decision to make when we realized he couldn't live home alone any longer. Reflections made this...
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.
Reflections of Garden Place provides seniors with a caring assisted living community in Columbia, Monroe County, Illinois. This community offers memory care to those seniors who are looking for support. The city of Columbia offers a peaceful location for residents to call home, and guests will...
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Life's Journey has made a HUGE difference in my father's quality of life. The environment is that of a home--not a hospital-- and with a private room, Dad gets the privacy he needs. The staff are very...
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.
The Pana home is a beautiful refuge on route 29 that overlooks a stable of horses, adding to the homes elegant and comforting atmosphere. Its beautiful design projects the comforts of a loving home. The grand sunroom, beautiful backyard, cozy living rooms and delicious top quality meals make Pana...
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My parents needed more help than we could give and we toured Cedarhurst. I instantly knew this is the right place. Good care, friendly staff that treats them like their own parents. Activities are good &...
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.
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Called about my dad moving there at 8am, and by 4pm; he was moved in. It was a relief knowing that he was being taken care of, and although I love my dad more than life itself, I finally was able to sleep...
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.
Services provided at no additional cost: Private room and private bath 3 nutritious meals per day and snacks Medication administration including insulin administration Housekeeping services Laundry service Activities Our company has been providing care for Seniors since 1990 when we built our...
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Family Partners only had 8 residents in the unit so it really has that family like atmosphere. The community itself is very clean and well maintained. The staff members are so caring and the meals are really...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
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.
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My parents chose to live in Meridian village because it was a Christian-based organization, and it was ranked one of the best in the area. They were very pleased with the kind and loving care that they...
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.
Meridian Village is a Continuing Care Retirement Community located in Glen Carbon/Edwardsville, IL area. This beautiful community is situated on 31 acres and features a pond and walking trails. Meridian Village offers a full range of senior living options: * Independent Living offers 2 bedroom...
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My loved one is currently a resident at St Agnes Home and the overall experience has been great, so far. My loved one can be a bit of a challenge in some areas, but they treat him very well. We have no...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, 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.
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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My dad was there for over 2 yrs. COVID times Wing C was right off the bat-friendly and caring. They treated him with dignity. He had a few favorites. GVCC wing C was amazing care givers, nurses. I had to...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory 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.
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.
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What a great visit I had with my grandma's friend! Everyone was so friendly and welcoming. The smell was so nice as we entered the building. I was very impressed, as a supportive living establishment it...
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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.
Come and be spoiled!Timberlake Senior Living is Springfield Illinois’s newest Supportive Living Community. At Timberlake Senior Living our sole purpose is to help seniors maintain their independence. Timberlake provides housing and supportive services to seniors 65+ who may need assistance with...

Cost of assisted living in Dorchester, IL

The average cost of senior living in Dorchester is $4,903 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Carlinville, IL with an average of $3,899 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dorchester, IL vs. nearby cities

Dorchester, IL
$4,903/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dorchester, IL vs. the state and national average

Dorchester, IL
$4,903/mo
U.S. national average
$4,623/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dorchester vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,903/mo
$4,887/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Dorchester, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$4,852/mo
Studio
$5,085/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,080/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,409/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,188/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Dorchester over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dorchester, 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 Dorchester.

What families are saying about assisted living in Dorchester

Recent reviews for assisted living in Dorchester

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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St Louis Hills Assisted Living and Memory Care in Saint Louis, MO

4.3
Staff was so very friendly and accommodating. Unfortunately with my dad's diabetes and declining health, they were unable to maintain his level of care and we needed to move him to an assisted living facility for hospice. If it wasn't for his level of care increasing, I believe he'd still ...
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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 652 family reviews

8.1
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This proprietary review score is based on 652 reviews of 192 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

Dorchester review score compared against nearby cities

8.1
Dorchester, IL192 facilities
8.1
Wilsonville, IL6 facilities
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Mount Clare, IL6 facilities

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 652 reviews of 192 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.
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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.
Dorchester, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.7%
51.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40.6%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.3%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
99.5%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.6%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25.5%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.4%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.9%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60.4%
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.
Dorchester, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.7%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.5%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
48.4%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.8%
13.5%
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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
41.7%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
46.4%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
43.2%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.4%
13.3%
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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
32.8%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
45.3%
41.5%
Room service
Room service
41.7%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
31.8%
17.6%
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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
53.1%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
39.1%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.7%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.8%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.3%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.9%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
51%
40.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.1%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.7%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
55.2%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
53.6%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
37%
29.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
37%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
52.1%
45.1%
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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.

Learn about Illinois Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

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