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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Minooka, IL

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Assisted living costs in Minooka average about $6,613 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 284 communities in Minooka. Our detailed directory has 11534 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. You may also consider nearby communities such as Orland Park, Aurora and Lockport.

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: 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.
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.
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We have had a great experience so far. I can tell that my mom is very happy and really thriving here. They encourage her to participate in activities and I really like that. I would definitely recommend to...
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.
Lincolnshire Place Lincolnshire Place is an assisted living community that specializes in the art of making seniors feel at home while providing expert dementia care in Sycamore, DeKalb County, Illinois. Located in northern Illinois, Sycamore is home to the Sycamore Pumpkin Festival, an annual...
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I’ve lived here since October 2016, on the Indepent side I moved from Missouri to be near my daughter in Mendota. The majority of residents ate from LaSalle and Lee counties in Illinois, andthey all are very...
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.
Mendota Retirement Community is an assisted living community located in Mendota, Illinois. Located minutes from the center of town, our assisted and independent living community provides easy access for families while providing a peaceful setting for our residents. You'll enjoy our beautiful...
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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.
The Ivy Apartments, nestled in the heart of the Lincoln Park/DePaul University area, provides both independent & supportive living options for its residents. Our 24 hour supportive living staff provides personal care assistance with activities of daily living for our seniors, in the privacy of...
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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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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: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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.
Making a decision to place a loved one is one of the hardest decisions you will ever have to make. At Beverly LivingCenters we encourage you to Tour, Talk, Question and Compare. We are a place to find peace in pressured times. Our doors are always open for you to tour with or without an...
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Cost of assisted living in Minooka, IL

The average cost of senior living in Minooka is $6,613 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Pontiac, IL with an average of $5,639 per month.

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

Minooka, IL
$6,613/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$6,613/mo
$7,913/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,753/mo
Studio
$5,213/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,139/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,955/mo

Senior living costs in Minooka 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: Minooka, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMinooka, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$6,613/mo$6,329/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$7,913/mo$7,681/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,395/mo$3,342/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Minooka, IL:$6,613/mo
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Minooka, IL:$7,913/mo
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Minooka, IL:$3,395/mo
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Minooka, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Minooka 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 average 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Minooka, IL$5,949/mo$5,680/mo+4.7%
Illinois$5,730/mo$5,484/mo+4.5%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Minooka, IL
2024 average cost:$5,949/mo
2023 average cost:$5,680/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$5,730/mo
2023 average cost:$5,484/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
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2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Minooka, 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 Minooka.

What families are saying about assisted living in Minooka

Recent reviews for assisted living in Minooka

Cantata Adult Life Services a CCRC in Brookfield, IL

4.8
I recommend Cantata because they have a robust rehab gym staffed with professionals in physical therapy, occupational therapy, balance, speech/memory therapy. It is located on a quiet tree lined landscaped campus with onsite Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing and Independent Living. The staff ...
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Victory Centre of Elk Grove in Elk Grove Village, IL

5.0
My brother lives in Victory Centre of Elk Grove Village, IL. I visit him frequently and I have found it to be Clean, Friendly and warm. The Staff from Administration to Nursing, Dining, and Maintence are all warm and caring, they know the residents' names, are respectful and always willing ...
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Arbor Terrace Glenview

4.1
My main issues relate to money. They assessed my mother at a low level of care but then raised that within a month - even though her condition did not change. At the beginning of the calendar year, the rate for each care level increased. Then at her one year anniversary, the rent portion went ...
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Minooka review score based on 2,191 family reviews

8.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 2191 reviews of 284 Minooka assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Minooka 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

Minooka review score compared against nearby cities

8.4
Minooka, IL284 facilities
8.4
Joliet, IL325 facilities
8.1
Oswego, IL108 facilities

Review subcategories for Minooka 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 2,191 reviews of 284 Minooka assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Minooka 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.
Minooka, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
3.4
Friendliness
3.7
3.5
Care services
3.4
3.2
Staff
3.6
3.4
Meals & dining
3.3
3.1
Activities
3.4
3.1
Value for cost*
3.4
3.1
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Minooka assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Minooka assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Minooka, 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 Minooka 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 Minooka 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
74.3%
53.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
63%
34.6%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.4%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.5%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
85.6%
57.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
40.1%
30.6%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.1%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
60.2%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
73.6%
53%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Minooka 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 Minooka Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Minooka, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
72.9%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
54.9%
33.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
60.9%
41.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
27.5%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Minooka 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 Minooka 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
58.8%
28.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
62.7%
42.1%
No sugar
No sugar
57.7%
38.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
58.1%
37.4%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
30.3%
19.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Minooka 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 Minooka communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
58.8%
32.3%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
71.1%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
51.1%
37.9%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
26.4%
18.5%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Minooka 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 Minooka offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Minooka, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
78.2%
47.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
55.6%
31.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
54.2%
31.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
77.8%
50.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
79.6%
50.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
84.9%
53.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
66.2%
42.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
68.7%
36.7%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.5%
39.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
78.2%
47.9%
Live performances
Live performances
77.8%
48%
Dances
Dances
53.5%
31.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
47.9%
25.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
75.4%
47.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Minooka

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 Minooka protect seniors.
Learn about Illinois assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

The Clare, a CCRC, Discovery Village Des Plaines and The Timbers of Shorewood are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Minooka, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 284 assisted living facilities near Minooka, Illinois. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Minooka, Illinois are Discovery Village Des Plaines, The Timbers of Shorewood and Brookdale Glen Ellyn. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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