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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Marion County, IL
Assisted living costs in Marion County average about $4,420 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 45 communities in Marion County. Our detailed directory has 119 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 Mount Vernon, Carlyle and Vandalia.
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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...
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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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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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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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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....
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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.
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, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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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, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
Cost of assisted living in Marion County, IL
The average cost of senior living in Marion County is $4,420 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Xenia, IL with an average of $4,044 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Marion County, IL vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Marion County, IL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Marion County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Marion County, IL by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Marion County over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Marion County, 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 Marion County.
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What families are saying about assisted living in Marion County
Recent reviews for assisted living in Marion County
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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San Gabriel Memory Care in Highland, IL
5.0
The employees at San Gabriel Memory Care are educated and trained on dementia and how to care for this patient population. I like the fact that there are consistent caregivers and always someone nearby if you need help. They are consistent with their care and take the residents to the bathroom ...
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Cedarhurst of Breese
4.9
This has been a rewarding experience for both of us. My husband has had therapy and so have I. The employees here are first class. I consider them my friends.
Marion County review score based on 43 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 43 reviews of 42 Marion County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Marion County 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
Review subcategories for Marion County 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 43 reviews of 42 Marion County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Marion County 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.Marion County, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.6
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.1
Value for cost*
3.9
4.1
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Marion County assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Marion County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Marion County, 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 Marion County 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 Marion County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Marion County, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
16.7%
51.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
7.1%
33.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.2%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.2%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
26.2%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40.5%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Marion County 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 Marion County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Marion County, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
40.5%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
11.9%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
14.3%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.1%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Marion County 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 Marion County 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
19%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
35.7%
39.6%
No sugar
No sugar
28.6%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.4%
13.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Marion County 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 Marion County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Marion County, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.7%
41.5%
Room service
Room service
19%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
17.6%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Marion County 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 Marion County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
30.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16.7%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
47.6%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
48.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
47.6%
52%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
40.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.4%
33.9%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.5%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
45.2%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
19%
29.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.9%
24%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45.2%
45.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Marion County
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 Marion County protect seniors.
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