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Assisted living costs in Shannon average about $4,327 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 79 communities in Shannon. Our detailed directory has 621 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, Independent Living
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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.
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.
Prairie Ridge of Galena is the area's premier Independent Living and Memory Care community. Located in beautiful and historic Galena, Illinois, our state-of-the-art building began welcoming residents in August 2017. Residents of Prairie Ridge can expect the very best in retirement living; from...
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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There were lots of nurses on staff but it was costing a lot of money. There were so many people that if my dad was in the sitting area it would be wall to wall people so that you couldn't hardly get 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.
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My mother was a resident at Lincolnshire for three months . The facility has a terrific director that is active in all phases of operation. She insures a safe, clean & loving environment for your loved one....
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 in Loves Park, Winnebago County, Illinois is a multi-faceted assisted living community with a complete love of sports. Loves Park is a wonderful small town with a family oriented atmosphere. It is a typical suburb but still a very quaint place to settle down...
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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.
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My parents are in Independent Living there. I appreciate the staff. My parents are happy there. I think it is a good place. The food is not good, my dad complains about it every day. The room sizes are good....
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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.
Beloit Senior Living is a Assisted Living facility that opened August 2016 in Beloit, WI. The company has been providing quality assisted living and memory care to seniors for over 15 years at our other locations in Milton, WI and Waterford, WI. We are very excited to provide quality services 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.
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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.
St. Elizabeth Manor is located in Rock County in Wisconsin. St. Elizabeth Manor provides high quality assistance, an engaging and welcoming environment, and a convenient lifestyle for each of its residents. The assisted living facility provides 24 hour caregivers ready to help each resident and...
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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.
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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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.
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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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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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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
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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.
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...
Cost of assisted living in Shannon, IL
The average cost of senior living in Shannon is $4,327 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Savanna, IL with an average of $3,797 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shannon, IL vs. nearby cities
Shannon, IL
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shannon, IL vs. the state and national average
Shannon, IL
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Shannon vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Shannon, IL by room type
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What families are saying about assisted living in Shannon
Recent reviews for assisted living in Shannon
Heritage Woods of Belvidere
5.0
I am very content living at Heritage Woods. My apartment is very comfortable and convenient. The nurses and CNAs are very attentive and convenient. The food is good and I may also eat in my room if I so desire. There are activities every day. Also a small store 2 days a week.
Anam Care of Rockford
5.0
The community is small, well staffed. They really understand of the needs of residents with memory issues. When I visit my loved one it is just like coming to nice homey living room.
Park Vista Retirement Living in Camanche, IA
4.0
Since mom still pretty independent she is getting along great. They have been real nice. They helped her a little more at the assisted living so she was a little spoiled. Food is good. Clean They don't have my ch control but definitely could use a couple more aids, and maybe a kitchen helper. I ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Compassionate and caring staff. Many reviews mention the caring and compassionate nature of the staff in the communities, with several residents expressing gratitude for the long-term friendships they have formed with the caregivers. At Charter Senior Living of Rockford, one reviewer shares that the staff saved their loved o ...
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Variety of activities. Communities offer a range of activities to keep residents engaged, including bingo, movie nights, museum outings, and gardening classes. Residents at Heritage Woods of Freeport mention that there are plenty of activities to keep them active, while those at TLC Living Community enjoy particip ...
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Clean and well-maintained living spaces. Reviews consistently praise the cleanliness and upkeep of the communities, with residents commenting on the pristine bathrooms, updated patios and dining rooms, and high-end furniture in libraries. At Heritage Woods of Sterling, one resident notes that the facility is brighter and cleaner than ...
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Delicious and customizable meals. Quality food is mentioned frequently as a major factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. At Morning Star Village, the chef accommodates individual preferences and dietary restrictions, ensuring that residents look forward to mealtimes every day. Some residents, such as t ...
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Engaging social environment. Socialization is a significant factor for many residents, with communities offering activities to encourage interaction and promote a sense of community. At The Heights at Evansville Manor, residents play bingo, do crafts, attend social hours, and even participate in religious services. Reside ...
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Thoughtful communication. Effective communication between families and staff is crucial for maintaining peace of mind. At TLC Living Community, staff make sure loved ones receive the care they need, even when families aren't physically present. In contrast, residents at Charter Senior Living of Rockford had to initia ...
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Shannon review score based on 136 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 136 reviews of 72 Shannon assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Shannon 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
Shannon review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Shannon 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 136 reviews of 72 Shannon assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Shannon 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.Shannon, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.3
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.3
4.1
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Shannon assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shannon assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shannon, 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 Shannon 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 Shannon 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
45.8%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20.8%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97.2%
98.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
59.7%
56.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
20.8%
30.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.2%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
45.8%
48.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
44.4%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Shannon 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 Shannon 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
51.4%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.6%
32.4%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
38.9%
41.2%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
13.9%
13.6%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shannon 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 Shannon 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
30.6%
27.1%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
22.2%
40.5%
No sugar
No sugar
20.8%
37.3%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
22.2%
35.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.9%
15.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Shannon 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 Shannon communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
12.5%
31.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.9%
42.2%
Room service
Room service
23.6%
36.2%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.9%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shannon 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 Shannon offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
41.7%
46.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.4%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.1%
30.2%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
51.4%
49.6%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
49.1%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50%
52.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
43.1%
41.1%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
22.2%
34.8%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
26.4%
37.7%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
41.7%
46.6%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.1%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
45.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shannon
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 Shannon protect seniors.
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