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5 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Helena, IL
Assisted living costs in Helena average about $4,035 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 5 communities in Helena. Our detailed directory has 8 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 Vincennes, Lawrenceville and Olney.
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I have been delighted with the kindness, compassion, and consideration given to my mother at Brookstone. [name removed]- and ALL of the staff - treats her as everyone wants their loved one to be treated. Mom...
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.
Brookstone communities are all nestled in small Illinois towns of 10,000 to 20,000 residents where families can feel satisfied their loved ones are receiving high quality care in a stress-free environment. Brookstone Estates independent living communities are modern, attractive and impeccably...
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The facility is brand new and is very nice. The memory care unit has a great staff to resident ratio and they have lots of activities going on for the residents. I would recommend this community to...
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.
The Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Memory Care will accommodate both your individualized needs and your budget. You will receive customized quality care and service from our dedicated staff and trained professionals. Our communities feature a variety of gathering rooms and communal spaces...
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They are doing great! It's clean and the staff is friendly. I don't have any concerns or complaints at this point. It seems to be a good place.
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.
Good Neighbor Care carries on the Brookstone tradition, providing a senior care program that supports individual freedom and promotes the dignity of each resident. Brookstone communities are all nestled in small Illinois towns of 10,000 to 20,000 residents where families can...
Provides: Memory Care
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.
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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Cost of assisted living in Helena, IL
The average cost of senior living in Helena is $4,035 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lawrenceville, IL with an average of $3,834 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Helena, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Helena, IL vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Helena, IL by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Helena, IL
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What families are saying about assisted living in Helena
Recent reviews for assisted living in Helena
Brookstone Estates of Olney
3.7
My father felt very isolated there as they did not have many activities he was interested in. He did not like the food but the personnel were friendly to him and helped him to meals and gave him his medications but otherwise he did not see them very often as he did not leave his room. He was 99 ...
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Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Memory Care of Mt Carmel in Mount Carmel, IL
3.9
It's probably the same for any community, you have to be a voice for your family member and stay on top of it. They've done a good job of being responsive and listening when I come to them. I think they could do better with training for staff in a memory care unit. I feel like they treat me ...
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Emerald Glen of Olney
5.0
all staff has always been very nice and treat my sister very well. well trained nurses.
Helena assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Helena assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Helena, 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 Helena 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 Helena that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Helena, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
20%
52.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
60%
56.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
40%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Helena 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 Helena Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Helena, ILNational
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%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Helena 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 Helena 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
20%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
20%
40%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
35.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Helena 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 Helena communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Helena, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
20%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
20%
35.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Helena 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 Helena offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Helena, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
40%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
60%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
20%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
60%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
60%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
40%
40.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
20%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
20%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
40%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
20%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
20%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
60%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Helena
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 Helena protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Colonial Assisted Living Community of Vincennes, Brookstone Estates of Olney and Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Memory Care of Mt Carmel are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Helena, Illinois. See full list of communities.
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