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Assisted living costs in Melwood average about $4,623 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 71 communities in Melwood. Our detailed directory has 410 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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My mother is in the memory care unit. She loves the food and says all of the employees are very kind. I live 1200 miles away so only deal with people over the phone. So far my main issue is getting to talk...
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.
Carriage Crossing Senior Living is your premier choice for assisted living in seven beautiful locations, Arcola and Champaign, Decatur, Bloomington,Rochester Illinois. We are committed to providing our residents a safe and meaningful lifestyle.Our vibrant assisted living apartments offer you...
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My mom is currently a resident at Carriage Crossing Champaign. The friendliness is great. The cleanliness and the staff are okay. There is insufficient staffing, especially nursing support, which I see as a...
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.
Nestled in the city’s beautiful Liberty on the Lake subdivision, Carriage Crossing Champaign is just a short drive from Carle Clinic and downtown. Enjoy easy access to one of Illinois’ most renowned dining scenes, boutique shopping, local festivals, university events and more. Our welcoming...
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The people here are very helpful and kind. They are willing to pitch in wherever they are needed. When I first moved in the meals always I s had 2 choices. Now there is only 1 choice. They do have an...
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.
Evergreen Place Assisted Living offers worry-free living, where independence thrives and compassionate care is always nearby. Our beautiful campus also offers Traditional and Road to Home Respite Care. We welcome you to learn more and visit our community of care, where friendships flourish and...
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My father has been a resident since July 2023. He is treated with respect, cared for and is able to have a close Boit group of friends. Staff assists with medication, cleaning, laundry, meals and frequent...
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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Overall, I find the staff, very considerate and friendly. The medical staff and caregivers are very good and considerate, the activities Director is absolutely amazing, the facility is very clean and the...
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.
Redefine your independence with a little help and a lot of living.If you’re living a mostly independent lifestyle, but you could use an extra hand with some of your day-to-day activities, our senior living community with both assisted living and memory care could be right for you. Assisted living...
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The food is just ok, but we LOVE Brookstone Estates. My loved one is very happy there. The staff are all very nice, she loves most of them.
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.
All Brookstone Estates independent living communities are modern, attractive and impeccably maintained, offering gracious ambiance while meeting the unique needs of each individual resident. The facilities offer a full range of services and amenities for a single, all-inclusive, yet affordable...
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What we like the most about The Commons at Honey Creek is that they treat [name removed] great and based on the experience so far, we would recommend this community to other families.
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.
At The Commons at Honey Creek, we understand a new phase of life can be daunting. But our vibrant, engaging community makes the transition seamless—and fun. Our devoted team is committed to you and your family, offering around-the-clock care in a comfortable, intimate atmosphere that engages,...
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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.
Since 1990, Capital Senior Living has grown to become one of the largest senior living providers in the United States. With a goal of offering affordable housing and an enriched lifestyle to thousands of seniors, our dedicated team of professionals succeeds in providing quality care in each of...
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The main reason we chose Arbor Rose of Monicello was because of the family atmosphere. I would tell others looking into any facility to make sure and look for the care that is received, and not just all of...
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.
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Photo of Amber Glen Alzheimer's Special Care Center
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22 Floor plans available
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Our loved one had told us she enjoyed staying at Amber Glen. They have such wonderful staff members working there. Based on the experience we have had so far, we would recommend this community to other...
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.
Living in America’s Heartland has never been easier than at Amber Glen. Our welcoming community features outdoor patios, secured indoor and outdoor walking paths, and relaxing gardens. Located in the heart of Illinois, residents enjoy brilliant sunrises and sunsets over the prairie. Convenient...
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Photo of Brookstone Estates Paris
88 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
8.0
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I lived alone after my husband died. My home had been built by my husband and I and I never thought about living any where else. But my kids talked me into checking out Brookstone. It was the best for me....
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 Estates independent living communities are modern, attractive and impeccably maintained, offering gracious ambience while meeting the unique needs of each individual resident. The facilities offer a full range of services and amenities for a single, all-inclusive, yet affordable price....
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Photo of Brookstone Estates Tuscola
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8.0
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Mom has a really nice apartment that's very comfortable for her. She's not a real sociable person but she does have friends there.
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.
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 feel satisfied their...
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Photo of Arbor Rose of Charleston
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They are wonderful! The size is great. It's a small facility so the patient care is better and more direct. And they have a true home cooked meal 2x a day.
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.
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Photo of Harrison's Crossing Health Campus
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I am a former resident of Harrisons Crossing Terre Haute of several months. Coming from a hospital that recommended a facility such as this. Being kind of a "sick puppy" I dont remember much of the first...
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.
Named after historic Fort Harrison, a landmark of American pride and patriotism, Harrison's Crossing Health Campus combines modern design elements with classic touches to provide members of the Terre Haute community a beautiful, welcoming place to call home. Residents interested in exploring...
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I absolutely love everything about Towne Park. The facilities are well kept and feel very homey. The staff is very loving and takes such good care of the residents and the activities director does such a...
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.
Welcome home to Towne Park Assisted Living. Join us for community living at its best. At Towne Park, you can be as private as you like while living an active social life. We offer multiple daily engaging activities as well as two community outings a month to fun and exciting destinations. Our...
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I would tell a friend that, you need to go there every 2 - 3 days to make sure they are taking good care of your spouse or loved one.
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.
At Bickford, there's always something exciting happening in our senior living community. Picture your loved one relishing freshly-cooked meals, always assured of a friendly caregiver's presence, and a schedule overflowing with lively activities. We pride ourselves on our dedicated team, committed...
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The food is good and staff is great. If anything to improve on more memory improving activities. We picked this community because, the size of each house and setup.
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.
Welcome to Autumn Leaves! 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 residents...
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My loved one is currently a resident at Brookstone Of Mattoon North. Overall, the experience has been great so far. The facility is very clean. Everyone here is very nice and caring. My loved one has...
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.
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 feel satisfied their...
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At The Oaks, there is not a nurse on staff. So family members have to ensure that pill boxes are filled. You will want to have multiple pill boxes in the event you live many miles away. They are quaint and...
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.
The Oaks Manor was built in 2008, by and for the community by local business professionals. You will receive high-quality support when dealing with life’s many challenges. Your safety and security is our first goal followed closely by our goals to meet all your expectations, so you can live in...
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I would highly recommend Villas of Holly Brook. The staff were attentive, the community was clean, and they were courteous. The community was able to work with hospice care, and they worked as a team very...
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.
At the Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Memory Care, you will have the perfect balance of independence and living the standard you need, want and deserve. We ca do it ALL! We cook! We clean! We do the laundry! We also take care of the yard. We are here to serve our residents 24 hours a...
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My Mom has lived at Heritage Woods for about a year and likes it very much. She has a 1 br apt & has her cat with her. The CNA's are very caring & they & the nursing staff have always notified me right away...
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.
Heritage Woods of Charleston is a quaint set of senior living apartments located in the heart of Charleston, Illinois.It offers a home for aging loved ones who want to maintain their independence with just a little help. At Heritage Woods of Charleston, we pride ourselves in providing a safe...
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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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I would recommend your family member go here. The staff have a caring demeanor, they take care of the residents needs. They are able to keep the residents clean and their rooms. The residents are watched...
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.
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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Savoy Villas of Hollybrook is a wonderful place for my mom who is settling into her new home. The place is very clean and well decorated. The staff is very friendly and warm and caring with the care of my...
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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Caring staff but not enough staff. Make sure to communicate needs and follow up that they are done. Facility itself is beautiful and newer.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Melwood, IL

The average cost of senior living in Melwood is $4,623 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Georgetown, IL with an average of $4,047 per month.

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

Melwood, IL
$4,623/mo
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Melwood, IL vs. the state and national average

Melwood, IL
$4,623/mo
U.S. national average
$4,617/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,623/mo
$4,634/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,979/mo
Private
$2,860/mo
Studio
$4,407/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,454/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,114/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Melwood over time

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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Melwood, 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 Melwood.

What families are saying about assisted living in Melwood

Recent reviews for assisted living in Melwood

Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections - Rantoul

3.9
A beautiful facility with spacious rooms and nice amenities. My experience with Hollybrook is probably not typical, but during a very stressful 3 weeks, the staff stepped up and helped my family through a very difficult time. Shortly after moving into the assisted living, my dad was moved to ...
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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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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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Melwood review score based on 108 family reviews

8.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 108 reviews of 62 Melwood assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Melwood 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

Melwood review score compared against nearby cities

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Review subcategories for Melwood 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 108 reviews of 62 Melwood assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Melwood 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
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Friendliness
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Care services
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Meals & dining
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Melwood assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Melwood assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Melwood, 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 Melwood 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 Melwood 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
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51.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
16.1%
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
66.1%
56.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
12.9%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.2%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.5%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
58.1%
53%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Melwood 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 Melwood Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Melwood, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53.2%
50.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32.3%
31.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40.3%
40.8%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.9%
13.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Melwood 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 Melwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Melwood, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
48.4%
26.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
40.3%
39.5%
No sugar
No sugar
40.3%
36.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.2%
34.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.5%
13.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Melwood 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 Melwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Melwood, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
17.7%
30.7%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
51.6%
41.5%
Room service
Room service
35.5%
35.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.1%
17.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Melwood 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 Melwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Melwood, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
46.8%
45.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
35.5%
30.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.9%
29.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.8%
49.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.2%
48.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.3%
51.9%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.9%
40.5%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
35.5%
33.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.9%
36.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.6%
45.9%
Live performances
Live performances
51.6%
46.2%
Dances
Dances
35.5%
29.1%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.8%
23.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.6%
45%
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State regulations for assisted living in Melwood

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 Melwood protect seniors.

Learn about Illinois Assisted Living regulations

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