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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Mount Vernon, IL
Assisted living costs in Mount Vernon average about $4,544 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 41 communities in Mount Vernon. Our detailed directory has 199 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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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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One of the best facilities in the area. It has the feel of a resort instead of an assisted living facility. The staff is awesome. The food is wonderful. They use fresh food not just heat and serve from a...
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.
Memory Care Coming Soon! Wait list now forming. Sunshine Gardens is one of the largest independently owned assisted living facilities in Southern Illinois offering full spectrum of services at an affordable fee. We recognize that each individual has his or her own personal needs and we focus on...
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.
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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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The staff at this community are friendly and helpful. She loves the food and they keep the community clean. They offer daily activities. I would have to say the administration is a two. If the nurses need...
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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.
Carbondale, Illinois is known for its community celebrations. Prairie Living at Chautauqua is an assisted living community whose residents have abundant opportunities for activities and community involvement, as well as a variety of religious and spiritual options. Known as 'Town of Poets' due to...
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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
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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.
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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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.
Brightly Senior Living Mascoutah's services are never an additional cost, whether your loved one needs independent, assisted living or memory care. We structure our living plan to always make it affordable for families and their loved ones while continually striving to provide the utmost care and...
Cost of assisted living in Mount Vernon, IL
The average cost of senior living in Mount Vernon is $4,544 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ewing, IL with an average of $3,896 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Mount Vernon, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Mount Vernon, IL vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Mount Vernon, IL by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Mount Vernon, IL
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What families are saying about assisted living in Mount Vernon
Recent reviews for assisted living in Mount Vernon
Brookstone of Harrisburg
5.0
Everything is going quite well for my mom at Brookstone! The facility is well maintained and the staff are doing a great job with my mom. The food is also just fine for her. Overall, we are very pleased with her stay!
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.
Highpoint Residence Centralia
5.0
We thought keeping mom home was the best thing, all of us family thought .. last resort moving mom out of her home. WoW.. what a mistake! We Couldn't have been more wrong in our thinking and Mom's wishes! She is doing better than ever, tons of friends, engaging people, GREAT food, my family ...
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Friendly and attentive staff. Several reviews mention the kindness and care shown by staff members at various communities. For instance, at Villas at St. James, staff members go above and beyond to make residents feel welcome and engage with them in activities. At Villas of Holly Brook Herrin, one CNA is described as an ...
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Engaging and varied activities. Residents enjoy the wide range of activities offered at their communities, according to the reviews. At Villas at St. James, outings to shopping, dining, and cultural sites are common, while Villas at St. James hosts regular entertainment and religious services. The Landings at Reed Station ...
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Comfortable and roomy apartments. Reviews consistently mention the spacious and comfortable living quarters at the communities. For example, at Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Memory Care of Harrisburg, the community is described as 'newer' and 'homey', with plenty of activities for residents to enjoy both in-house and o ...
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Customized meals and dietary accommodations. Quality food is a major theme in the reviews, with many residents expressing satisfaction with their dining experiences. At The Glenwood Supportive Living of Greenville, the food is described as 'very well prepared', while The Landings at Reed Station Crossing mentions a new cook who shows p ...
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Engaging outdoor spaces and amenities. Outdoor areas are appreciated by residents, providing opportunities for relaxation and socialization. For instance, at Villas at St. James, there is a 'lovely outdoor space to rock, swing, visit and park car', while The Landings at Reed Station Crossing mentions a beautiful pond that multipl ...
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Supportive and inclusive community atmosphere. Residents and their families express appreciation for the inclusive and welcoming nature of their communities. At Villas at St. James, residents quickly make friends and improve their mental and emotional well-being. The Landings at Reed Station Crossing also offers the reassurance of on-site ...
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Mount Vernon review score based on 75 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 75 reviews of 38 Mount Vernon assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Mount Vernon 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
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Review subcategories for Mount Vernon 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 75 reviews of 38 Mount Vernon assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Mount Vernon 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.Mount Vernon, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.8
4.6
Care services
4.7
4.2
Staff
4.8
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.1
Value for cost*
4.2
4.1
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Mount Vernon assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mount Vernon assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mount Vernon, 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 Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon 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
26.3%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
7.9%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.4%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
52.6%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
18.4%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.7%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
39.5%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
52.6%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon 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
42.1%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.3%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
28.9%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
21.1%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon 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
28.9%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
36.8%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
31.6%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.8%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
2.6%
14.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
26.3%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
44.7%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
23.7%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.8%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
47.4%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.4%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
26.3%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
52.6%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
55.3%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.4%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
39.5%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
39.5%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
50%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
55.3%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
28.9%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.7%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
47.4%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Mount Vernon
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 Mount Vernon protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Glenwood Supportive Living of Greenville, Villas of Holly Brook Herrin and Villas at St. James are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Mount Vernon, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 41 assisted living facilities near Mount Vernon, Illinois. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Mount Vernon, Illinois is The Landings at Reed Station Crossing. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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