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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Watertown, IL
Assisted living costs in Watertown average about $4,920 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 95 communities in Watertown. Our detailed directory has 1017 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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Since this is a smaller facility, the staff to resident ratio is better than at the larger facilities. They are more available to the family and the residents. My mom was in the memory care unit. She passed...
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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Morrison Manor was the best fit for [name removed] as there were only 12 residents at this Memory Care Facility. He had his own large room which accommodated his family when we all visited. The facility...
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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We Could Not Of Done This Emotional Rollercoaster Of Emotions Without Every Staff Currently And Not Currently. [name removed] You Are A Godsend And Truely Amazing And I Can Honestly Say Your Heart Of Gold...
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 mom was at the facility for 1 year it was an amazing experience for her. The caring staff always went above and beyond. They made my mom feel as an important member of the family. Everyone there was...
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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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...
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.
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: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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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We have had a great experience so far. I can tell that my mom is very happy and really thriving here. They encourage her to participate in activities and I really like that. I would definitely recommend 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.
Lincolnshire Place Lincolnshire Place is an assisted living community that specializes in the art of making seniors feel at home while providing expert dementia care in Sycamore, DeKalb County, Illinois. Located in northern Illinois, Sycamore is home to the Sycamore Pumpkin Festival, an annual...
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I’ve lived here since October 2016, on the Indepent side I moved from Missouri to be near my daughter in Mendota. The majority of residents ate from LaSalle and Lee counties in Illinois, andthey all are very...
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.
Mendota Retirement Community is an assisted living community located in Mendota, Illinois. Located minutes from the center of town, our assisted and independent living community provides easy access for families while providing a peaceful setting for our residents. You'll enjoy our beautiful...
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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.
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.
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.
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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....
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.
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
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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.
Provides: Memory Care, Residential Care Home
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Cost of assisted living in Watertown, IL
The average cost of senior living in Watertown is $4,920 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include German Valley, IL with an average of $4,195 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Watertown, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Watertown, IL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Watertown vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Watertown, IL by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Watertown over time
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What families are saying about assisted living in Watertown
Recent reviews for assisted living in Watertown
Shepherd of Harvard
5.0
I am very happy with the care that my mother is getting at this very nice and home feeling community. The staff is wonderful and very attentive. I like that the community is clean. <y mother is really liking the activities and she likes what is offered. We would highly recommend this small ...
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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.
Reviews mention these favorite features of communities
Compassionate and skilled caregivers. Many reviews express gratitude for the attentive and caring nature of the staff at their community. At Charter Senior Living of Rockford, residents and their families have developed lasting friendships with caregivers, who go above and beyond to meet individual needs.
Diverse range of activities for residents. Residents enjoy a variety of activities that cater to their interests. Communities like Heritage Woods of Freeport offer activities such as bingo, crafts, and live music to encourage socialization and keep residents engaged.
High-quality and customized meal options. Meals are a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community, with many praising the quality and flexibility of the food offerings. The chef at Morning Star Village accommodates dietary restrictions and preferences to ensure residents look forward to mealtimes.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Residents appreciate the cleanliness and upkeep of their community, whether it's the private rooms, communal areas, or outdoor spaces. The grounds at Grand Victorian of Rockford are immaculate, and the common areas are frequently updated to maintain a welcoming atmosphere.
Communication between families and staff. Clear and consistent communication between families and staff ensures that everyone is informed and care needs are being met. At Grand Victorian of Sycamore, families can easily speak with the nursing staff to discuss their loved one's care and have peace of mind.
Warm and welcoming community atmosphere. A welcoming and friendly atmosphere is essential for residents' overall happiness and well-being. Communities like Prairie Pointe Assisted Living and Memory Care create a sense of home for their residents, with staff members who genuinely care for their well-being and encourage social engageme ...
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Watertown review score based on 228 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 228 reviews of 86 Watertown assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Watertown 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
Watertown review score compared against nearby cities
Review subcategories for Watertown 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 228 reviews of 86 Watertown assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Watertown 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.Watertown, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.6
4.5
Friendliness
4.6
4.6
Care services
4.3
4.2
Staff
4.5
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.0
4.1
Value for cost*
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Watertown assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Watertown assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Watertown, 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 Watertown 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 Watertown 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
46%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.7%
33.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
95.4%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
98.9%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
63.2%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
17.2%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
96.6%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.5%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
50.6%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Watertown 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 Watertown 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
56.3%
51.2%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
31%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
43.7%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Watertown 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 Watertown 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
32.2%
26.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
25.3%
40.1%
No sugar
No sugar
21.8%
36.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
24.1%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10.3%
14.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Watertown 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 Watertown communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
17.2%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
43.7%
41.9%
Room service
Room service
27.6%
35.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.9%
17.9%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Watertown 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 Watertown offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
46%
45.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
31%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.8%
30%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
54%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
51.7%
48.8%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59.8%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41.4%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
24.1%
34.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
31%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
47.1%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
50.6%
46.5%
Dances
Dances
23%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.4%
24.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
48.3%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Watertown
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 Watertown protect seniors.
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Azura Memory Care of Clinton, TLC Living Community and Fairhaven Christian Retirement are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Watertown, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 95 assisted living facilities near Watertown, Illinois. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Watertown, Illinois is TLC Living Community. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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