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Assisted living costs in South Elkhorn average about $4,496 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 77 communities in South Elkhorn. Our detailed directory has 690 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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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
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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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They house 5 women all together which is nice for my loved one. And the best part of it is that it is much more affordable compared to the bigger places which are outrageously priced. She is able to still...
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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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...
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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.
Prairie Crossing Supportive Living offers an innovative approach to assisted living housing for seniors ages 65 and older of all income levels. Our community combines apartment-style home with personal care, and the availability of 24 hour support staff. We understand how important it is for our...
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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...
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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: 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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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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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.
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.
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.
Grand Haven is a 53 apartment community that offers both independent and assisted living options. Our Individualized service plan is tailored to your needs. Independent and Assisted living apartments are mixed throughout the building. The services come to your door. You can choose from...

Cost of assisted living in South Elkhorn, IL

The average cost of senior living in South Elkhorn is $4,496 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include German Valley, IL with an average of $4,219 per month.

Assisted living costs in South Elkhorn, IL, vs. nearby cities

South Elkhorn, IL
$4,496/mo
$4,537/mo

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

South Elkhorn, IL
$4,496/mo
U.S. national average
$4,703/mo

Assisted living costs in South Elkhorn, IL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,496/mo
$4,528/mo

Assisted living costs in South Elkhorn, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,029/mo
Studio
$4,670/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,212/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,752/mo

Senior living costs in South Elkhorn 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: South Elkhorn, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSouth Elkhorn, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$4,496/mo$5,378/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$4,528/mo$5,398/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living$4,414/mo$4,459/mo$4,160/mo
Assisted Living
South Elkhorn, IL:$4,496/mo
Illinois:$5,378/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
South Elkhorn, IL:$4,528/mo
Illinois:$5,398/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Independent Living
South Elkhorn, IL:$4,414/mo
Illinois:$4,459/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Assisted living costs in South Elkhorn, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in South Elkhorn 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 median 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
South Elkhorn, IL$5,100/mo$4,859/mo+5.0%
Illinois$5,632/mo$5,379/mo+4.7%
National$5,375/mo$5,129/mo+4.8%
South Elkhorn, IL
2024 average cost:$5,100/mo
2023 average cost:$4,859/mo
Percent change:+5.0%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$5,632/mo
2023 average cost:$5,379/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,375/mo
2023 average cost:$5,129/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in South Elkhorn, 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 South Elkhorn.

What families are saying about assisted living in South Elkhorn

Recent reviews for assisted living in South Elkhorn

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.

Shepherd Premier Senior Living in Sterling, IL

5.0
I have a family member that lives at Avonlea of Sterling and she loves it. Its very 'home-like', when having dinner (the food is amazing) it's like sitting at your kitchen table at home. When visiting all the staff says hello and are very friendly. They are attentive to the seniors that live ...
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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!

South Elkhorn review score based on 165 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 165 reviews of 66 South Elkhorn assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The South Elkhorn 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

South Elkhorn review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
South Elkhorn, IL66 facilities
8.4
Milledgeville, IL5 facilities
8.3
Coleta, IL88 facilities

Review subcategories for South Elkhorn 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 165 reviews of 66 South Elkhorn assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare South Elkhorn 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
4.2
4.1
Friendliness
4.3
4.2
Care services
4.0
3.8
Staff
4.2
4.0
Meals & dining
3.9
3.7
Activities
3.8
3.7
Value for cost*
4.0
3.7
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South Elkhorn assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in South Elkhorn assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in South Elkhorn, 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 South Elkhorn 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 South Elkhorn 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
48.5%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.3%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
97%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63.6%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
21.2%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
45.5%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
47%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in South Elkhorn 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 South Elkhorn Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
South Elkhorn, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
53%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.8%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40.9%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.2%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in South Elkhorn 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 South Elkhorn partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
South Elkhorn, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
36.4%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
24.2%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
22.7%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
25.8%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
9.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in South Elkhorn 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 South Elkhorn communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
South Elkhorn, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
15.2%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.9%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
27.3%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
13.6%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in South Elkhorn 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 South Elkhorn offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
South Elkhorn, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
48.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.8%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54.5%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.5%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.6%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.3%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
51.5%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
51.5%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
19.7%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25.8%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
51.5%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in South Elkhorn

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 South Elkhorn protect seniors.
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