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The staff at this community are friendly and helpful. She loves the food and they keep the community clean. They offer daily activities. I would have to say the administration is a two. If the nurses need...
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.
Carbondale, Illinois is known for its community celebrations. Prairie Living at Chautauqua is an assisted living community whose residents have abundant opportunities for activities and community involvement, as well as a variety of religious and spiritual options. Known as 'Town of Poets' due to...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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.
Experience exceptional care in a warm, home-like environment. Our mission is to provide a fulfilling and safe life for your loved ones, with personalized attention and specialized memory care.At Century Assisted Living, our specialization in memory care is one feature that sets us apart from...
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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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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
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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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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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One of the best facilities in the area. It has the feel of a resort instead of an assisted living facility. The staff is awesome. The food is wonderful. They use fresh food not just heat and serve from a...
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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.
Memory Care Coming Soon! Wait list now forming. Sunshine Gardens is one of the largest independently owned assisted living facilities in Southern Illinois offering full spectrum of services at an affordable fee. We recognize that each individual has his or her own personal needs and we focus on...
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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: Memory Care, Nursing Homes
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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.
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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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, Residential Care Home
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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.
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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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.
Crystal Oaks Assisted Living is the ideal solution for seniors who value their independence, yet require assistance with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and dispensing medications. Our Assisted Living includes a secured memory care unit. Additionally, Crystal Oaks offers short term...
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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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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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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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.
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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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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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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.

Cost of assisted living in Willisville, IL

The average cost of senior living in Illinois is $6,329 per month as compared to $5,830 in the United States.

Senior living costs in Illinois vs. 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 state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
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Community typeIllinoisU.S.Cost difference
Assisted Living$6,329/mo$5,830/mo8.6% above national median
Memory Care$7,681/mo$6,999/mo9.7% above national median
Independent Living$3,342/mo$3,520/mo5.1% below national median
Assisted Living
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Cost difference:8.6% above national median
Memory Care
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Cost difference:9.7% above national median
Independent Living
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
Cost difference:5.1% below national median
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Willisville, 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 Willisville.

What families are saying about assisted living in Willisville

Recent reviews for assisted living in Willisville

Joe's Place Caring Cottage in O'Fallon, IL

5.0
Joe's Place is a Godsend. The place feels very homey and not institutional. I feel very comfortable leaving my dad there while I go to work.

Lutheran Home Assisted Living in Cape Girardeau, MO

4.6
The only reason I scored a 2 on number 8 is that we have to be on self pay due to mom signing over our home, her asset, only a little over a year before she came down with dementia. The over [amount removed] bill each month is causing us to have to sell our home. But, other than the cost, I am ...
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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.

Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Dedicated and caring CNAs. Several reviews mention the attentiveness and watchful nature of the CNAs in various communities, such as The Landings at Reed Station Crossing. Families express gratitude for the compassionate care their loved ones receive from these staff members.
Wide variety of activities. Residents and families appreciate the diverse range of activities offered at communities, allowing them to engage in hobbies and socialize with peers. Activities like puzzles, movies, bingo, and day trips are mentioned in multiple reviews.
Welcoming and homey atmosphere. Reviews frequently mention the warm and friendly environment in senior living communities, where residents are treated like family and the staff goes the extra mile to create a comfortable and inviting atmosphere.
Highly accommodating staff. Throughout the reviews, residents and families praise the staff's ability to meet individual needs and preferences, making for a personalized living experience. This accommodating attitude is mentioned at communities like Addington Place of Shiloh and Cedar Creek of Shiloh.
Clean and well-maintained facilities. Many reviews highlight the importance of cleanliness and upkeep in a senior living community. Residents at Villas at St. James and Fifth Season Marion IL specifically commend the excellent maintenance of their facilities.
Access to quality health care services. Residents and families value the availability of on-site health care services, ensuring peace of mind and convenience. Cedarhurst of Waterloo is among the communities that offer these essential services for their residents.
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Willisville review score based on 185 family reviews

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This proprietary review score is based on 185 reviews of 82 Willisville assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Willisville 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

Willisville review score compared against nearby cities

7.8
Willisville, IL82 facilities
7.3
Carbondale, IL0 facilities
6.8
West Frankfort, IL0 facilities

Review subcategories for Willisville 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 185 reviews of 82 Willisville assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Willisville 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
3.8
3.6
Friendliness
3.9
3.7
Care services
3.7
3.3
Staff
3.7
3.5
Meals & dining
3.4
3.2
Activities
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3.2
Value for cost*
3.3
3.3
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Willisville assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Willisville assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Willisville, 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 Willisville 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 Willisville that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Willisville, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
34.1%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
20.7%
34.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
93.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
96.3%
97.7%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
56.1%
57.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19.5%
30.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.7%
96.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
43.9%
47.8%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
53.7%
52.9%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Willisville 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 Willisville Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Willisville, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
41.5%
51.9%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
29.3%
33.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
34.1%
41.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.3%
13.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Willisville 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 Willisville partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Willisville, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.6%
27.9%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
34.1%
41.8%
No sugar
No sugar
30.5%
38.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
15.9%
37.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.9%
18.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Willisville 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 Willisville communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Willisville, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22%
32.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
40.2%
43.2%
Room service
Room service
20.7%
37.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.6%
18.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Willisville 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 Willisville offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Willisville, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
45.1%
47.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
22%
31.6%
Community service programs
Community service programs
24.4%
31.1%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
48.8%
50.1%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
50.2%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
48.8%
53%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
42.7%
42.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
26.8%
36.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
29.3%
38.9%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
40.2%
47.7%
Live performances
Live performances
47.6%
47.8%
Dances
Dances
23.2%
31.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
26.8%
25.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Willisville

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

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Villas at St. James, Villas of Holly Brook Herrin and Cedarhurst of Farmington are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Willisville, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 90 assisted living facilities near Willisville, Illinois. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Willisville, Illinois are Villas at St. James and Villas of Holly Brook Herrin. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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