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Assisted living costs in Scales Mound average about $4,015 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 73 communities in Scales Mound. Our detailed directory has 339 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: Assisted Living, Home 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.
Home Care: Home care relies on trained aides to provide companionship and non-medical care for seniors living at home.
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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The staff is awesome. I think they are taking a good job taking care of her, she is always clean. They are very attentive to her. They always stop to visit with us, and her, when we are in the common area....
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.
Heartsong Assisted Living is an assisted living facility located in the beautiful area of Belleville, WI. Here at Heartsong, we believe that it is important that our residents maintain an active lifestyle, we provide plenty of activities for our seniors to enjoy. Our facility has common areas in...
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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.
Our assisted living facility is a great option for those who need some assistance with daily personal care and/or memory care. We are located on the beautifully landscaped grounds of Ingleside Communities' campus setting and offer private studios with bathrooms, featuring a continuum of care...
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
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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
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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
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.
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Things are going pretty good since my mother moved into this community. They had a Christmas party last week, and it was very nice. From visiting on regular basis, I've noticed that the facility is very nice...
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.
The Meadows Assisted Living provides quality living solutions to seniors in south central Wisconsin. The Meadows offers assisted living and memory care services to seniors who want to remain independent but need extra attention and care in their day-to-day lives. Located in the...
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Cost of assisted living in Scales Mound, IL

The average cost of senior living in Scales Mound is $4,015 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include The Galena Territory, IL with an average of $3,432 per month.

Assisted living costs in Scales Mound, IL, vs. nearby cities

Scales Mound, IL
$4,015/mo

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

Scales Mound, IL
$4,015/mo
U.S. national average
$4,784/mo

Assisted living costs in Scales Mound, IL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,015/mo
$4,015/mo

Assisted living costs in Scales Mound, IL, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,400/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,650/mo
2 Bedroom
$3,818/mo

Senior living costs in Scales Mound 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: Scales Mound, IL
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Community typeScales Mound, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$4,015/mo$6,307/mo$4,784/mo
Memory Care$4,015/mo$6,342/mo$5,056/mo
Independent Living$2,097/mo$5,192/mo$4,247/mo
Assisted Living
Scales Mound, IL:$4,015/mo
Illinois:$6,307/mo
U.S.:$4,784/mo
Memory Care
Scales Mound, IL:$4,015/mo
Illinois:$6,342/mo
U.S.:$5,056/mo
Independent Living
Scales Mound, IL:$2,097/mo
Illinois:$5,192/mo
U.S.:$4,247/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Scales Mound, 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 Scales Mound.

What families are saying about assisted living in Scales Mound

Recent reviews for assisted living in Scales Mound

Ahva Living of East Dubuque

4.6
I visited a friend at Ahva Living and found the staff to be very friendly, courteous and helpful. Ahva is a beautiful building with a historic value that lends to a very homelike environment. The residents & staff attended to the resident's needs. Residents were very active and social as ...
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Sienna Crest - Platteville

5.0
It has been an especially good stay here. The women who assist us are very thoughtful, the food is good, things clothes and bedding are kept clean. They do a great job!

Eagle Point Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Clinton, IA

5.0
The staff treats their patients like family. I love their therapy department, they're really good. There are a lot of wonderful people!

Scales Mound review score based on 69 family reviews

7.3
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This proprietary review score is based on 69 reviews of 59 Scales Mound assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Scales Mound 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

Scales Mound review score compared against nearby cities

7.3
Scales Mound, IL59 facilities
8.0
7.4
Apple River, IL99 facilities

Review subcategories for Scales Mound 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 69 reviews of 59 Scales Mound assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Scales Mound 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.
Scales Mound, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.6
3.8
Friendliness
3.7
3.8
Care services
3.3
3.5
Staff
3.6
3.7
Meals & dining
3.2
3.4
Activities
3.5
3.4
Value for cost*
3.3
3.4
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Scales Mound assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Scales Mound assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Scales Mound, 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 Scales Mound 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 Scales Mound that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Scales Mound, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
45.8%
52.9%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
10.2%
34.2%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.3%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
49.2%
57.1%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.3%
30.3%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
94.9%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.1%
47.7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.8%
52.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Scales Mound 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 Scales Mound Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Scales Mound, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
42.4%
51.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
25.4%
32.9%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.3%
41.4%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
6.8%
13.8%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Scales Mound 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 Scales Mound partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Scales Mound, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
20.3%
27.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
18.6%
41.5%
No sugar
No sugar
16.9%
38%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10.2%
36.8%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.1%
18.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Scales Mound 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 Scales Mound communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Scales Mound, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
3.4%
31.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
30.5%
42.8%
Room service
Room service
22%
37.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.2%
18.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Scales Mound 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 Scales Mound offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Scales Mound, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
30.5%
46.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
18.6%
31.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
8.5%
30.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40.7%
49.9%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
40.7%
49.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.4%
52.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.3%
41.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
18.6%
36%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
16.9%
38.6%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
39%
47.3%
Live performances
Live performances
40.7%
47.5%
Dances
Dances
11.9%
31%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.6%
24.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
37.3%
46.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Scales Mound

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