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Assisted living costs in Gowins average about $3,889 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 39 communities in Gowins. Our detailed directory has 189 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, 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.
Experience exceptional care in a warm, home-like environment. Our mission is to provide a fulfilling and safe life for your loved ones, with personalized attention and specialized memory care.At Century Assisted Living, our specialization in memory care is one feature that sets us apart from...
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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.
At Heritage Woods of McLeansboro IL, we boast ourselves as the affordable assisted living offering a really wonderful environment for any senior citizen that is in need. At Heritage Woods we offer a great deal of care for your loved one that you have found needs an assisted living 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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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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The staff at this community are friendly and helpful. She loves the food and they keep the community clean. They offer daily activities. I would have to say the administration is a two. If the nurses need...
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.
Carbondale, Illinois is known for its community celebrations. Prairie Living at Chautauqua is an assisted living community whose residents have abundant opportunities for activities and community involvement, as well as a variety of religious and spiritual options. Known as 'Town of Poets' due to...
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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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Cost of assisted living in Gowins, IL

The average cost of senior living in Gowins is $3,889 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vienna, IL with an average of $3,542 per month.

Assisted living costs in Gowins, IL, vs. nearby cities

Gowins, IL
$3,889/mo
$4,202/mo
$3,830/mo

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

Gowins, IL
$3,889/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

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

Assisted Living
$3,889/mo
$3,889/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,430/mo
Studio
$4,361/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,183/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,177/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$4,400/mo

Senior living costs in Gowins vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Gowins, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGowins, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$3,889/mo$5,372/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$3,889/mo$5,390/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$3,364/mo$4,453/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Gowins, IL:$3,889/mo
Illinois:$5,372/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Gowins, IL:$3,889/mo
Illinois:$5,390/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Gowins, IL:$3,364/mo
Illinois:$4,453/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in Gowins, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Gowins and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Assisted living cost trends in Gowins, IL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Gowins have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Gowins, IL$4,122/mo$4,221/mo-2.3%
Illinois$5,339/mo$5,043/mo+5.9%
National$4,973/mo$4,663/mo+6.6%
Gowins, IL
2024 average cost:$4,122/mo
2023 average cost:$4,221/mo
Percent change:-2.3%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$5,339/mo
2023 average cost:$5,043/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
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2024 average cost:$4,973/mo
2023 average cost:$4,663/mo
Percent change:+6.6%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Gowins, 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 Gowins.

What families are saying about assisted living in Gowins

Recent reviews for assisted living in Gowins

Brookstone of Harrisburg

5.0
Everything is going quite well for my mom at Brookstone! The facility is well maintained and the staff are doing a great job with my mom. The food is also just fine for her. Overall, we are very pleased with her stay!

The Neighborhood at Paducah

5.0
My loved one was previously a resident at The Neighborhood at Paducah. I have all good things to say about this facility. The facility was clean and the staff was professional and friendly. The dining room had cloth table cloths and cloth napkins. The meals looked very good. Communication with ...
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Rivercrest Place Assisted Living in Paducah, KY

5.0
All 8 get the top rating. My sister raves about the food and how they take care of her needs. Her pension from the University covers the cost. It is just a great clean facility with good people working together. I hope it never changes. They respond when I call and mention an issue and they ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and dedicated staff. Numerous reviews highlight the kindness and attentiveness of staff members across various communities. At Villas of Holly Brook Herrin, one CNA is specifically mentioned for watching over her loved one closely and going above and beyond. At Rivercrest Place Assisted Living, staff are describ ...
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Well-maintained facilities and cleanliness. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of living spaces, both indoors and outdoors. Residents of Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Memory Care of Harrisburg appreciate the newer community and its Christian-based atmosphere. At Fifth Season Residential, reviews mention the ...
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Variety of social activities. Residents express enjoyment in the diverse activities offered at their communities, including movie nights, museum outings, gardening classes, and more. At The Lakes of Paducah, staff often go out of their way to make residents feel engaged and loved during holidays.
Friendly and communicative staff. Families appreciate the clear and effective communication between staff and loved ones, ensuring everyone is informed and care needs are being met. At Rivercrest Place Assisted Living, staff keep families updated on their mother-in-law's well-being and even take her to doctor's appointments wh ...
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Delicious and accommodating meals. Quality food is a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their communities. At Villas of Holly Brook Herrin, the chef accommodates individual preferences and dietary restrictions, while The Landings at Reed Station Crossings residents enjoy good food and have formed a com ...
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Patient and understanding staff. Reviews show appreciation for the patience and understanding shown by staff towards residents, especially when dealing with challenging situations. At Stilley House, staff successfully won over a resident's trust after her stroke, and at Fifth Season Residential, they create a homey feeling ...
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Gowins review score based on 72 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 72 reviews of 32 Gowins assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Gowins 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

Gowins review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for Gowins 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 72 reviews of 32 Gowins assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Gowins 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.
Gowins, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.1
Friendliness
4.4
4.2
Care services
4.4
3.8
Staff
4.3
4.0
Meals & dining
3.8
3.7
Activities
4.0
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.7
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Gowins assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gowins assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gowins, 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 Gowins 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 Gowins 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
15.6%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
9.4%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.9%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
43.8%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.8%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.8%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.1%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.1%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Gowins 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 Gowins 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
40.6%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.5%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.5%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.5%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gowins 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 Gowins partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Gowins, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
31.3%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.1%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
28.1%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.6%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.3%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Gowins 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 Gowins communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
18.8%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
34.4%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
21.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
18.8%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gowins 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 Gowins offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Gowins, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.9%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
12.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.9%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
50%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.1%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.9%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
34.4%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.4%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
21.9%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.9%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
43.8%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Gowins

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Illinois assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Gowins protect seniors.
Learn about Illinois assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
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