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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Girard, IL

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Assisted living costs in Girard average about $4,720 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 71 communities in Girard. Our detailed directory has 473 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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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.
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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.
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: 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.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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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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Definitely best place in this area. Food - great- good servers. Apts. great, roomy. Community-friendly like a family Activities - every day Nursing- very helpful Cleaning- great Staff- mostly great,...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Evergreen Place offers worry-free living, where independence thrives and compassionate care is always nearby. Our beautiful campus offers lovely supportive living options. We welcome you to learn more and visit our community of care, where friendships flourish and families find peace of mind....
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
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Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes, Senior Apartments
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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.
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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally 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.
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Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Welcome to Willowbrook! Our homes have been designed to provide care and support to your loved ones while promoting dignity and independence. We have been providing award winning memory care for over 10 years, care that celebrates each resident’s abilities. Each home accommodates 12-14...

Cost of assisted living in Girard, IL

The average cost of senior living in Girard is $4,720 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Carlinville, IL with an average of $3,899 per month.

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

Girard, IL
$4,720/mo
$4,615/mo
$4,684/mo

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

Girard, IL
$4,720/mo
U.S. national average
$4,727/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,720/mo
$4,720/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,161/mo
Studio
$4,873/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,684/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,112/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,335/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Girard over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Girard, 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 Girard.

What families are saying about assisted living in Girard

Recent reviews for assisted living in Girard

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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Meridian Village in Glen Carbon, IL

4.5
After residing in the Independent Living area of Meridian Village for just over 5 years I have absolutely no regrets. It is a pleasure to call Meridian Village my home. We are supported by a very capable and caring staff. There are numerous quality activities and opportunities available that ...
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Cambridge House of Maryville

3.7
We chose Cambridge House of Maryville because it was recommended to us through family members, they said that it was a well-managed facility. The room sizes here are good, but I do think the kitchen could use some more space. Overall, it is a small community and everyone gets along well here. I ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Highly trained and attentive staff. Numerous reviews highlight the kindness and care demonstrated by staff members across several communities like The Glenwood Supportive Living of Staunton, Villas of Holly Brook Chatham, and Charter Senior Living of Troy. Residents and their families express gratitude for the compassionate ...
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Engaging and varied activities. Reviews emphasize the importance of engaging activities for seniors, with mentions of community-organized events at Charter Senior Living of Troy, The Glenwood Supportive Living of Greenville, and Carriage Crossing Rochester. Games, movie nights, and social outings provide opportunities fo ...
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Exceptional dining experiences. Several reviews praise the quality of meals and dining experiences at different communities, including Trustwell Living of Springfield, Charter Senior Living of Godfrey, and Cedarhurst of Godfrey. Chefs cater to individual dietary needs and preferences, allowing residents to enjoy each mea ...
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Thoughtfully designed facilities. Many residents and families appreciate the attention to detail and cleanliness of communities like Villas of Holly Brook Chatham, The Glenwood Supportive Living of Greenville, and Keystone Place at Magnolia Commons, with comfortable and aesthetically pleasing spaces that make for an enjoya ...
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Communication and transparency. Regular updates and ongoing communication between staff and families is a critical feature mentioned in reviews for Villas of Holly Brook Chatham, Charter Senior Living of Godfrey, and Carriage Crossing Rochester, ensuring peace of mind and addressing concerns in a timely manner.
Personalized care plans. Reviews underscore the importance of individualized care plans for each resident, with mentions of thoughtful adjustments and accommodations made at Cedarhurst of Springfield IL, Trustwell Living of Springfield, and Villas of Holly Brook Bethalto to meet unique needs and preferences.
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Girard review score based on 142 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 142 reviews of 67 Girard assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Girard 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

Girard review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Girard, IL67 facilities
7.9
Nilwood, IL80 facilities
8.2
Virden, IL7 facilities

Review subcategories for Girard 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 142 reviews of 67 Girard assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Girard 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.
Girard, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.3
4.1
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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Girard assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Girard assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Girard, 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 Girard 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 Girard that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Girard, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
49.3%
51.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
17.9%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
91%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.5%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
59.7%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
13.4%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
91%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40.3%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
49.3%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Girard 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 Girard Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Girard, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
55.2%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32.8%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.8%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
19.4%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Girard 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 Girard partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Girard, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
41.8%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
38.8%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
35.8%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.4%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6%
13.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Girard 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 Girard communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
13.4%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.8%
41.5%
Room service
Room service
31.3%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.9%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Girard 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 Girard offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Girard, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
47.8%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.4%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19.4%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.3%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.2%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
56.7%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.3%
40.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.4%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31.3%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50.7%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
50.7%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
32.8%
29.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.9%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
46.3%
45.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Girard

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 Girard protect seniors.

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