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5 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Dwight, IL
Assisted living costs in Dwight average about $4,533 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 5 communities in Dwight. Our detailed directory has 19 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.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Morris, Streator and Channahon.
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My experience with finding a place for my Dad at Heritage Woods of Dwight was very nice. The administration people answered all my questions and concerns and made the process easy for me and my Father. My...
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.
Heritage Woods of Dwight is an assisted living community located in Dwight, IL. Dwight, which contains a stretch of the original famous U.S. Route 66, lies 80 miles southwest of Chicago. The town boasts a rich history, and is home to numerous landmarks and monuments. With well-preserved...
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What our family likes the most about The Pointe at Pontiac is the great communication, my mother is no longer there-moved to memory care so we were sad to see her move. Based on the experience we have had so...
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.
The Pointe at Pontiac senior supportive living provides apartment-style housing with personal care and other supportive services to adults age 65 and older. Our living environment enables seniors to maintain an active and independent lifestyle.The Pointe at Pontiac senior supportive living allows...
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We put my grandma here and she really was enjoying it till her health turned and she had to be put in the hospital. But when she was there she enjoyed the activities like bingo and she said the food was...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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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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 assist with the activities of daily living and provide lots of amenities and services including fabulous meals, housekeeping, laundry service, medication assistance, a personal response notification system, social activities, community field trips, transportation, and 24 hour staffing seven...
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Cost of assisted living in Dwight, IL
The average cost of senior living in Dwight is $4,533 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Carbon Hill, IL with an average of $4,672 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dwight, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Dwight, IL vs. the state and national average
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Dwight, IL
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What families are saying about assisted living in Dwight
Recent reviews for assisted living in Dwight
Villas of Holly Brook Streator
5.0
If you have parents who are in need of assisted living, this is the place to go. The staff are very nice and accommodating. To this day, anything I ask of them they will do. All of the people here are just so nice. Everybody always says hi, and many of them know me. The facility is a couple ...
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The Pointe at Pontiac
4.0
It's very clean and a good atmosphere overall. The last 2 months, there have been some staff changes in all departments. I think they're just going through growing pains right now, which is understandable. It's still a great place and the residents' needs are being met. They just have to get ...
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Heritage Woods of Dwight
5.0
Very knowledgeable and caring staff. Modern updates, something to do for everyone. My mom seems to like it there and is adjusting very well. Staff has been very helpful in getting her adjusted and in a routine due to her dementia. Highly recommend
Dwight assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Dwight assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Dwight, 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 Dwight 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 Dwight 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
20%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
40%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
80%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
80%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Dwight 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 Dwight 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
60%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
20%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Dwight 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 Dwight partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
40%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
20%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
40%
35.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Dwight 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 Dwight communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
60%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
40%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Dwight 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 Dwight offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
60%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
80%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
80%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
60%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
20%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
60%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
60%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
40%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
40%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Dwight
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 Dwight protect seniors.
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Heritage Woods of Dwight, The Pointe at Pontiac and The Gardens at Park Pointe are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Dwight, Illinois. See full list of communities.
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