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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Thayer, IL
Assisted living costs in Thayer average about $4,599 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 67 communities in Thayer. Our detailed directory has 463 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.
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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Castle Manor offers worry-free living, where independence thrives and compassionate care is always nearby. Our beautiful campus offers lovely supportive living options. We welcome you to learn more and visit our community of care, where friendships flourish and families find peace of mind. Live...
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We could not be happier with Keystone Senior Living. All of the staff have been wonderful to my parents. The facility is clean and offers everything they 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.
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.
A caring community that promotes health, well-being, and independence. Our community offers two lifestyles side by side on the same campus. Keystone Gardens Independent Living has services and amenities that complement an active lifestyle. When additional care or assistance becomes necessary,...
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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.
Primrose Retirement Communities in Decatur provide independent living and assisted living senior care. Our buildings feature attached/enclosed garages with direct access to the facility. Our activities and events are shown with Electronic bulletin boards that are available in the apartments and...
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Definitely best place in this area. Food - great- good servers. Apts. great, roomy. Community-friendly like a family Activities - every day Nursing- very helpful Cleaning- great Staff- mostly great,...
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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.
Evergreen Place offers worry-free living, where independence thrives and compassionate care is always nearby. Our beautiful campus offers lovely supportive living options. We welcome you to learn more and visit our community of care, where friendships flourish and families find peace of mind....
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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.
Cost of assisted living in Thayer, IL
The average cost of senior living in Thayer is $4,599 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Harvel, IL with an average of $4,235 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Thayer, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Thayer, IL vs. the state and national average
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Thayer, IL
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What families are saying about assisted living in Thayer
Recent reviews for assisted living in Thayer
Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Springfield
4.9
The facility was extremely open and friendly to all family members. The facility worked with us to get my mom acclimated to the place and try different solutions.
Villas of Holly Brook Bethalto in East Alton, IL
5.0
So far they have been great. They have a Facebook page where they upload pictures of the residents doing the activities and they seem to really encourage them to participate. You are able to schedule times to eat with your loved ones and the meals look great and we have heard nothing but good ...
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Cedarhurst of Springfield IL
3.7
It's fine for Alzheimer's care. They had an 'age in place' philosophy but did not have the appropriate staff for deteriorating patients. No RN at night to give needed meds. People who could go to the dining room seemed to have a much better experience. They did come when we called and for the ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Friendly and helpful staff. Numerous reviews mention the kindness and dedication of staff members at various communities, such as The Glenwood Supportive Living of Greenville and Carriage Crossing Rochester, who go the extra mile to ensure residents' needs are met and create a welcoming atmosphere.
High-quality meals and dining experiences. Residents at The Glenwood Supportive Living of Greenville, Trustwell Living of Springfield, and Cedarhurst of Godfrey appreciate the delicious and well-prepared meals offered, with accommodations for dietary restrictions and individual preferences.
Engaging activities for socialization. Communities like The Glenwood Supportive Living of Greenville, Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Springfield, and Carriage Crossing Rochester offer a range of activities, including games, movies, and outings, which promote social interaction and engagement among residents.
Modern and well-maintained facilities. Reviews highlight the cleanliness and upkeep of facilities like The Glenwood Supportive Living of Greenville, Trustwell Living of Springfield, and Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Springfield, with attention paid to both communal areas and individual living spaces.
Responsive and supportive communication. Families praise the open and effective communication between staff and themselves at communities such as Carriage Crossing Decatur, Carriage Crossing Rochester, and Cedarhurst of Godfrey, ensuring concerns are addressed in a timely manner and care needs are met.
Tailored care plans for individual residents. Communities like Villas of Holly Brook Chatham, Trustwell Living of Springfield, and Charter Senior Living of Godfrey demonstrate a commitment to personalized care by creating individualized care plans for their residents, ensuring each unique need is addressed.
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Thayer review score based on 159 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 159 reviews of 63 Thayer assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Thayer 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 Thayer 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 159 reviews of 63 Thayer assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Thayer 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.Thayer, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.4
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.4
4.1
Activities
4.2
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Thayer assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Thayer assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Thayer, 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 Thayer 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 Thayer 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
49.2%
52.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
12.7%
33.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.2%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.3%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
61.9%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
9.5%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
95.2%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.4%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50.8%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Thayer 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 Thayer 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
54%
51%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
27%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
34.9%
40.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.9%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Thayer 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 Thayer 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
41.3%
26.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.9%
39.8%
No sugar
No sugar
31.7%
36.7%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
35%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
6.3%
13.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Thayer 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 Thayer communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
9.5%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
23.8%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
22.2%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Thayer 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 Thayer offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
46%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.6%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
15.9%
29.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
49.2%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50.8%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
50.8%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
44.4%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
25.4%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.8%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.9%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
46%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
31.7%
29.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.8%
24.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
39.7%
45.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Thayer
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 Thayer protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Glenwood Supportive Living of Greenville, Carriage Crossing Rochester and Carriage Crossing Taylorville are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Thayer, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 67 assisted living facilities near Thayer, Illinois. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Thayer, Illinois are Carriage Crossing Rochester, Carriage Crossing Taylorville and Carriage Crossing Decatur. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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