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Assisted living costs in Washington County average about $5,095 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 13 communities in Washington County. Our detailed directory has 84 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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Photo of Villas at St. James
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I love the people live. It is a nice place to live. I wish I would have made the change a lot longer ago. I love playing bingo and dice.
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.
Welcome home to The Villas at St. James, an independent and assisted living community located in the serene, rural setting of Breese, Illinois. Proudly serving Clinton County since 2004, our community offers an ideal living environment for active seniors who value independence while having access...
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33 Floor plans available
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Our first two months at Brightly have been great. Everyone has been warm and welcoming and Mom feels right at home. The nursing and PT staff are knowledgeable and have been great in accessing and...
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...
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2424 Photos available
55 Floor plans available
8.2
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Staff was wonderful and made an end of life experience more palatable with their kindness and hugs. Would highly recommend the Memory Care.
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.
Cedarhurst of Sparta is an assisted living community located in the comfortable town of Sparta, IL. People who visit Sparta are immediately struck by how much it perfectly represents small town living and all of the benefits that come with that lifestyle. Relatives of Cedarhurst residents can...
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I honestly think each of those categories are five. Everyone seems very friendly. They plan many different types of activities for the residents. I like the location because it backs up to the woods.
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.
WELCOME TO GREENTREE AT MT. VERNONAt GreenTree at Mt. Vernon, residents enjoy an active, engaging lifestyle that promotes wellness and independence. It is our goal to keep our residents linked to resources and opportunities that will fulfill their needs and interests in the Mt. Vernon area....
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66 Floor plans available
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The staff has done a great job caring for my husband. However, over a 2 year period, the rent increased approximately 30%. I do not believe this is all attributed to inflation as the letter from 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.
At Cedarhurst of Breese, it’s our mission to tailor senior living to you so you can feel loved, valued, and supported each and every day. Our senior living community in Breese, Illinois, offers assisted living for those who require assistance with activities of daily living and memory care for...
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My loved one is currently a resident at Cedarhurst of Centralia and everything has been great for him so far at this facility. The staff is very caring. The facility is small scale with a good staff to...
Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
If your loved one has dementia or Alzheimer’s, consider a dedicated memory care community for specialized care. Highpoint Residence of Centralia provides memory care for seniors in Centralia, Illinois and surrounding areas. This one-story community is inviting and warm, with a soothing neutral...
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We are very pleased with mom's move into Heritage Woods of Centralia. The staff is very friendly and they have lots of staff members. It is a very clean, the atmosphere is warm and inviting. We have dined...
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.
Located in a lovely suburban area of Centralia, Illinois, among parks and reservoirs, Heritage Woods is a community for senior living. Among the features of this fine establishment are apartments for independent seniors and assisted living apartments for those in need of a little extra care....
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I would recommend the community to others for their loved ones. The staff are caring towards the residents.
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.
As a resident at Silver Creek, you will be around long-time friends and neighbors - people with life experiences in common with you and who appreciate everything you have to offer. More importantly, your independence and privacy is cherished at Silver Creek. We strive to provide exceptional...
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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.
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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Photo of The Manor at Mason Woods
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.
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 Washington County, IL

The average cost of senior living in Washington County is $5,095 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tilden, IL with an average of $4,326 per month.

Assisted living costs in Washington County, IL, vs. nearby counties

Washington County, IL
$5,095/mo
$5,207/mo

Assisted living costs in Washington County, IL, vs. state and national averages

Washington County, IL
$5,095/mo
U.S. national average
$4,721/mo

Assisted living costs in Washington County, IL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$5,095/mo
$5,095/mo

Assisted living costs in Washington County, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,574/mo
Studio
$5,624/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,203/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,760/mo

Senior living costs in Washington County 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: Washington County, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWashington County, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$5,095/mo$5,411/mo$4,721/mo
Memory Care$5,095/mo$5,432/mo$4,976/mo
Independent Living$4,457/mo$4,490/mo$4,179/mo
Assisted Living
Washington County, IL:$5,095/mo
Illinois:$5,411/mo
U.S.:$4,721/mo
Memory Care
Washington County, IL:$5,095/mo
Illinois:$5,432/mo
U.S.:$4,976/mo
Independent Living
Washington County, IL:$4,457/mo
Illinois:$4,490/mo
U.S.:$4,179/mo
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Washington County, 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 Washington County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Washington County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Washington County

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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GreenTree at Mt. Vernon in Mount Vernon, IL

4.0
My mom lived here back in about 2012 and she liked it. I've visited her and thought it was nice. So when my husband died and my children thought this would be great for me. I have been here since January of this year and I like it.

Washington County review score based on 28 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 28 reviews of 12 Washington County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Washington County 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

Washington County review score compared against nearby cities

7.1
Washington County, IL12 facilities
7.1
Nashville, IL14 facilities
9.3
Addieville, IL7 facilities

Review subcategories for Washington County 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 28 reviews of 12 Washington County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Washington County 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.
Washington County, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.0
Friendliness
4.7
4.1
Care services
4.6
3.7
Staff
4.6
4.0
Meals & dining
3.9
3.6
Activities
4.5
3.6
Value for cost*
4.2
3.7
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Washington County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Washington County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Washington County, 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 Washington County 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 Washington County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Washington County, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
41.7%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
8.3%
33.9%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.7%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
50%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
41.7%
52.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Washington County 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 Washington County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Washington County, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
51.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
41.7%
32.6%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
41.7%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
33.3%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Washington County 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 Washington County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Washington County, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25%
27.3%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
41%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
37.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
36.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
8.3%
17.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Washington County 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 Washington County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Washington County, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
41.7%
31.6%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
58.3%
42.4%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
16.7%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Washington County 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 Washington County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Washington County, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
58.3%
46.5%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
31.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
41.7%
30.6%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.3%
49.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
58.3%
52.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
41.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.7%
35.5%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
58.3%
38.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
58.3%
46.9%
Live performances
Live performances
58.3%
47%
Dances
Dances
41.7%
30.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
58.3%
46.1%
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State regulations for assisted living in Washington County

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

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