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Assisted living costs in Mattoon average about $4,761 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 63 communities in Mattoon. Our detailed directory has 561 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: 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.
Photo of Evergreen Place Decatur
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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Absolutely wonderful place. It is a great to know that my Mom is being taken care of and loved while I cannot be with her. Their atmosphere is very comfortable and feels like home. The food is good and...
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.
Life's Journey Senior Living - Paris is a Memory Care community located in Paris, Illinois. The community opened in July 2013 and can serve 24 residents. Our residents enjoy a collection of amenities and services. With a loving and compassionate staff, neighbors can enjoy a dignified lifestyle...
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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, 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.
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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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.
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We could not be happier with Keystone Senior Living. All of the staff have been wonderful to my parents. The facility is clean and offers everything they need.
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
A caring community that promotes health, well-being, and independence. Our community offers two lifestyles side by side on the same campus. Keystone Gardens Independent Living has services and amenities that complement an active lifestyle. When additional care or assistance becomes necessary,...
Provides: Assisted Living, 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.
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.
Primrose Retirement Communities in Decatur provide independent living and assisted living senior care. Our buildings feature attached/enclosed garages with direct access to the facility. Our activities and events are shown with Electronic bulletin boards that are available in the apartments and...
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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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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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 Mattoon, IL

The average cost of senior living in Mattoon is $4,761 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Findlay, IL with an average of $4,095 per month.

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

Mattoon, IL
$4,761/mo
$4,654/mo
$4,687/mo

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

Mattoon, IL
$4,761/mo
U.S. national average
$4,624/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,761/mo
$4,774/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,986/mo
Private
$2,860/mo
Studio
$4,395/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,220/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,297/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Mattoon over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Mattoon, 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 Mattoon.

What families are saying about assisted living in Mattoon

Recent reviews for assisted living in Mattoon

Heritage Woods of Charleston

4.9
I have lived here for about a year and a half. I have enjoyed it immensely. Very friendly people live and work here. I recommend it for people 65 years old and older. We get three meals a day plus snacks. We get activities that are great. We have exercise programs for 45 minutes at least 2 times ...
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Randall Residence of Decatur

5.0
Everything is wonderful and clean at this community. The staff are very nice and attentive to my aunt and especially in her time of need after losing her dog. My aunt is adjusting well and has gained 10 pounds since staying with the community. My aunt loves the meals provided, she reads me the ...
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Bickford of Champaign

4.7
The staff were friendly and encouraging and so supportive. My brother (the resident) entered The Bickford on hospice because of failure to thrive and within three months he was well enough to be taken off hospice. We had very little difficulty getting in contact with the staff, and they ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Friendly and Caring Staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and dedication of the staff at various communities, such as Villas of Holly Brook Shelbyville, Villas of Holly Brook Effingham, and Carriage Crossing Champaign, where they go above and beyond to make residents feel at home and ensure their needs are met ...
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Delicious and Nutritious Meals. Residents frequently praise the quality of the meals they receive at their communities, with reviews for Carriage Crossing Decatur, Brookdale Urbana, and Bickford of Champaign highlighting the delicious food and accommodations for dietary restrictions.
Engaging and Varied Activities. Communities like Carriage Crossing Arcola, The Oaks Manor, and Brookstone Estates Paris offer numerous activities to keep residents active and engaged, with regular events, crafts, and social opportunities.
Clean and Welcoming Living Spaces. Many residents express satisfaction with the cleanliness and maintenance of their living spaces at communities like Eagle Ridge of Decatur, Villas of Holly Brook Newton, and Villas of Holly Brook Marshall. These communities ensure a comfortable and inviting atmosphere for their residents.
Thoughtful and Supportive Community Environment. Reviews from communities such as Evergreen Place Champaign, Brookstone Estates Tuscola, and Carriage Crossing Decatur highlight the sense of community and support offered to residents, with opportunities for socialization and a caring and attentive staff.
Access to Quality Healthcare Services. Residents and their families appreciate the access to health care services at communities like Villas of Holly Brook Shelbyville, Brookdale Urbana, and Carriage Crossing Decatur, where on-site medical professionals ensure their health concerns are addressed promptly and effectively.
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Mattoon review score based on 193 family reviews

7.9
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This proprietary review score is based on 193 reviews of 63 Mattoon assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Mattoon 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

Mattoon review score compared against nearby cities

7.9
Mattoon, IL63 facilities
8.2
Lerna, IL7 facilities
8.4
Gays, IL6 facilities

Review subcategories for Mattoon 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 193 reviews of 63 Mattoon assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Mattoon 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.
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Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
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4.1
4.1
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Mattoon assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mattoon assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mattoon, 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 Mattoon 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 Mattoon 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
47.6%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.3%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
96.8%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
76.2%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.5%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.8%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
58.7%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Mattoon 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 Mattoon 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
63.5%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
34.9%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mattoon 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 Mattoon 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
49.2%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.7%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
38.1%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
23.8%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.5%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Mattoon 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 Mattoon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
9.5%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50.8%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
31.7%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.9%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mattoon 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 Mattoon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
42.9%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
36.5%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
30.2%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.9%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
60.3%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
68.3%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.4%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
31.7%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
39.7%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.8%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
55.6%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Mattoon

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 Mattoon protect seniors.

Learn about Illinois Assisted Living regulations

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Carriage Crossing Arcola, Villas of Holly Brook Newton and Carriage Crossing Taylorville are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Mattoon, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 63 assisted living facilities near Mattoon, Illinois. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Mattoon, Illinois are Carriage Crossing Arcola, Carriage Crossing Taylorville and Carriage Crossing Decatur. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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