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Assisted living costs in Irene average about $4,622 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 9 communities in Irene. Our detailed directory has 256 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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Photo of Morning Star Village
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9.5
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31 reviews
9.5
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31 reviews
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We visited 4 assisted living communities. All of them were very nice. The biggest difference we observed in the 4 communities was the happiness of the individuals living at Morning Star Village. There were...
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.
Morning Star Village is the friendliest and only locally-owned Assisted Living community in the Rockford area. We offer a wide range of services to residents who are happy to call Morning Star Village home. Presence Life Connections manages our community and they have a long history of serving...
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Photo of Trustwell Living at Cherryvale Place
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9.4
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9.4
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93 reviews
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3 star
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Staff is very caring and helpful. Very polite to all the residents. Activities are available, could use some variety. Dining is good. Staff is helpful and professional. Food quality is far better than most...
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.
Conveniently located on the outskirts of Rockford, close to I-90, Cherryvale Place offers all the amenities you need within minutes of this well-maintained, beautifully landscaped community. With a full-time licensed nurse available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and coordination of...
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8.6
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18 reviews
8.6
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18 reviews
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It's a small place, 2 buildings and communal living spaces. They share living room areas. It's on the higher end cost wise and we may move my dad because of that. He's happy there and has good care. They...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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.
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.
Anam Care, which is part of the Anam Campus in Rockford, is designed to meet, in the most loving way possible, the specialized needs of all who are affected with a dementia, including Alzheimer's, Lewy Body, Parkinson's and Frontal-temporal dementias, memory loss and cognitive impairment. ...
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8.5
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We are quite pleased with them so far. The paperwork is fairly intimidating, but their intake manager,[name removed], guided me step by step through it. She was patient and kind and explained every step....
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 Belvidere is the only Assisted Lifestyle Community in Boone County, Illinois. Our emphasis is on maintaining health, wellness, dignity and independence. We encourage our residents to be as independent as possible but provide assistance in areas that are needed. We opened on...
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8.2
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34 reviews
8.2
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34 reviews
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Prices in this post ARE INCORRECT! I live at Charter, in Rockford, I l, & do not pay an amount anywhere what is printed in this article. Check for accuracy before posting…. Left laundry drying… went back to...
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.
Charter Senior Living of Rockford, located in Rockford, Illinois provides truly person-directed care, taking the time to know and work with each resident as an individual and providing them with care that’s as unique as they are. In Assisted Living, our caring, compassionate staff, first-rate...
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8.0
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8.0
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My mom is always clean and well cared for. Many activities are not appropriate for individual with memory issues. Bingo is a regular activity and only a couple of residents can play without significant help....
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.
Anam Glen is the newest addition to the Anam Campus. We are a 16-bed memory care facility with a stimulating home-like environment designed to meet, in the most loving way possible, the specialized needs of all who are affected with a dementia, including Alzheimer's, Lewy Body, Parkinson's and...
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8.0
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We are impressed with the caring attitude of the supervisors. The staff tries hard to meet moms needs. The facilities are nice and have a homey feeling. Would like a few more activities involving talks or...
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.
Why settle for the ordinary in senior living when Bickford offers so much more? Freshly crafted meals, a dedicated caregiver always within reach, and a world of exciting activities await your loved one. Our commitment? Making sure they’re able to embrace life to the fullest, every single day....
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Heritage Woods of Rockford has made the transition as smooth and painless as possible. My mother was a little hesitant and they did everything they could to ensure the transition went smoothly. They made...
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 offers an Assisted Living Lifestyle for seniors over age 65. Newly opened in 2008, this gracious community offers beautifully decorated common areas such as Library, Private Dining Room, Lobby, TV Lounge, and Fitness Room & Patio. Nestled against a creek and tree line we are...
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Cost of assisted living in Irene, IL

The average cost of senior living in Irene is $4,622 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Roscoe, IL with an average of $4,077 per month.

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

Irene, IL
$4,622/mo
$4,613/mo

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

Irene, IL
$4,622/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,622/mo
$4,682/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,317/mo
Studio
$4,687/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,598/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,617/mo

Senior living costs in Irene 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: Irene, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeIrene, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$4,622/mo$5,370/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,682/mo$5,390/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$3,573/mo$4,453/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Irene, IL:$4,622/mo
Illinois:$5,370/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Irene, IL:$4,682/mo
Illinois:$5,390/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Irene, IL:$3,573/mo
Illinois:$4,453/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in Irene, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Irene 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 Irene, IL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Irene 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
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Irene, IL$5,561/mo$5,000/mo+11.2%
Illinois$5,632/mo$5,379/mo+4.7%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
Irene, IL
2024 average cost:$5,561/mo
2023 average cost:$5,000/mo
Percent change:+11.2%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$5,632/mo
2023 average cost:$5,379/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Irene, 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 Irene.

What families are saying about assisted living in Irene

Recent reviews for assisted living in Irene

Shepherd of Harvard

5.0
I am very happy with the care that my mother is getting at this very nice and home feeling community. The staff is wonderful and very attentive. I like that the community is clean. <y mother is really liking the activities and she likes what is offered. We would highly recommend this small ...
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Heritage Woods of Belvidere

5.0
I am very content living at Heritage Woods. My apartment is very comfortable and convenient. The nurses and CNAs are very attentive and convenient. The food is good and I may also eat in my room if I so desire. There are activities every day. Also a small store 2 days a week.

Pa Peterson At The Citadel in Rockford, IL

5.0
we have my father here and could not be happier with his care.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Professional and attentive caregivers. Reviews consistently praise the compassionate care provided by staff members at various communities, including Charter Senior Living of Rockford, who saved a resident's life and went above and beyond to help her regain independence. At Morning Star Village, staff members accommodated a resid ...
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Personalized activities for residents' interests. Communities like Trustwell Living at Cherryvale Place and TLC Living Community offer diverse activities to cater to each resident's unique passions and hobbies. These activities, such as concerts, presentations, and gardening classes, help residents stay engaged and active.
Thorough communication between families and staff. Families appreciate the clear and consistent communication provided by communities like Charter Senior Living of Rockford, TLC Living Community, and Morning Star Village. Community directors and staff members meet regularly with residents and their families to discuss care plans and addres ...
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Delicious and customizable meals. Quality food was a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. Communities like Charter Senior Living of Rockford, Heritage Woods of Belvidere, and TLC Living Community accommodate dietary restrictions and individual preferences to ensure residents look forward to ...
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Comfortable and well-maintained living spaces. Residents and their families frequently mention the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, specifically noting updated bathrooms, renovated common areas, and nicely appointed private rooms, such as those at TLC Living Community.
Welcoming and friendly atmosphere. Communities like TLC Living Community, Trustwell Living at Cherryvale Place, and Morning Star Village are described as warm, inviting places where residents feel at home. Staff members and residents alike are friendly, kind, and attentive to each other's needs.
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Irene review score based on 49 family reviews

8.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 49 reviews of 8 Irene assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Irene 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

Irene review score compared against nearby cities

8.6
Irene, IL8 facilities
8.5
Cherry Valley, IL18 facilities
8.5
Belvidere, IL15 facilities

Review subcategories for Irene 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 49 reviews of 8 Irene assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Irene 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.
Irene, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.8
4.1
Friendliness
3.9
4.2
Care services
3.6
3.8
Staff
3.8
4.0
Meals & dining
3.5
3.7
Activities
3.4
3.7
Value for cost*
3.5
3.7
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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Irene assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Irene assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Irene, 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 Irene 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 Irene that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Irene, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
75%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
37.5%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
75%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
100%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Irene 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 Irene Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Irene, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
87.5%
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
62.5%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Irene 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 Irene partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Irene, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
37.5%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
62.5%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
37.5%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Irene 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 Irene communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Irene, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
37.5%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Irene 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 Irene offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Irene, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
62.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
62.5%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
50%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
100%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
100%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
62.5%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
37.5%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
62.5%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
62.5%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
12.5%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Irene

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 Irene protect seniors.
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