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10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Winnebago County, IL
Assisted living costs in Winnebago County average about $4,237 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 16 communities in Winnebago County. Our detailed directory has 210 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.
As you explore assisted living near you, you may also want to consider assisted living options in areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Rockford, Freeport and Machesney Park.
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A few of my church friends live here and I have visited them. The place is beautiful inside and very clean. The staff and other residents were very welcoming while visiting. They have a sign with today's...
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.
TLC Living Community Where it feels like home, because it is home. TLC Living Community is a newly constructed, 92 apartment assisted living community, Phase 1 completed in March 2020. Located on six acres in Machesney Park, Illinois, it offers an ideal location close to retail, shopping,...
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Very friendly and very concerned about my care. The caring is not just to get you to move here, they continually care day in and day out. Safety is a big feature, rails in halls an floors unobstructed, plus...
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.
Fairhaven's mission statement is to provide a comfortable lifestyle and exceptional care which enhances quality of life in a manner that glorifies God. Fairhaven is a faith-based, non-for-profit continuum of care, that offer maintenance free living through independent options and also...
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26 reviews
Dad entered hospice care within a couple of weeks of going to Morning Star. He died two months later. But Morning Star was exactly the right place for him, and his last months were enjoyable with new friends...
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.
Morning Star Village is the friendliest and only locally-owned Assisted Living community in the Rockford area. We offer a wide range of services to residents who are happy to call Morning Star Village home. Presence Life Connections manages our community and they have a long history of serving...
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There have been a few things that needed to be addressed, but The Grand Regency is receptive and responsive to concerns. I believe there's an adjustment period with any long term facility, where they need...
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.
The Apartments Designed to provide a secure and comfortable environment, the spacious studio apartments feel like home. Features include efficient kitchenettes with waist-height refrigerators/freezers and microwaves, full bathrooms, handicap accessible with individual showers. Furnishings are...
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Staff have all been very helpful. The food is not appealing to the residents. They might need a new chef. There needs to be an activity director that gets people excited about the activities so they would...
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.
The Grand Victorian of Rockford is located in an all-American city of 150,000 with all the attractions and services of a large metropolis but with the pace and lifestyle of a smaller town. Nicknamed 'The Forest City,' Rockford is a city of tree-lined streets and quiet, friendly neighborhoods. The...
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They are very willing to make changes to care when requested or as necessary. Their activities person, [name removed], is very creative at coming up with ideas for keeping everyone active, especially for the...
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.
Wesley Willows, a not-for-profit organization, has been making a difference in the lives of seniors since 1966. The Rockford area's premier continuing-care retirement community, Wesley Willows, offers a full continuum of housing and services on one campus — duplex homes, independent living...
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Great maintenance and management. I love the activities and the way everyone always seems so willing to help. They genuinely seems to care. Just remodeled and everything is beautiful and always clean. It's...
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.
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The staff was very knowledgeable and helpful by answering all questions and inquiries about the facility. Was willing and able to show us what their clients had available for a full day at the facility. All...
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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 View Assisted living is located in picturesque Winnebago, Illinois. It is a village located in Winnebago County. It is a very small town, with a population of only over 3,000. The village has a total area of only 1.9 square miles. The beautiful green grass fields and the small town...
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we have my father here and could not be happier with his 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.
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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When I started looking for a place for my mother-in-law, I wanted a place that would give her good care, but also felt more like a family. That is what I found at Bickford.
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.
Why settle for the ordinary in senior living when Bickford offers so much more? Freshly crafted meals, a dedicated caregiver always within reach, and a world of exciting activities await your loved one. Our commitment? Making sure they’re able to embrace life to the fullest, every single day....
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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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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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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: 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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Cost of assisted living in Winnebago County, IL
The average cost of senior living in Winnebago County is $4,237 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include South Beloit, IL with an average of $3,924 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Winnebago County, IL vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Winnebago County, IL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Winnebago County vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Winnebago County, IL by room type
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Average cost of Assisted Living in Winnebago County over time
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Winnebago County, IL
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What families are saying about assisted living in Winnebago County
Recent reviews for assisted living in Winnebago County
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.
Bickford of Rockford
4.6
The community is very much like a home rather than an instatutional. They have a cheery and bright atmosphere. Their priority was to know our loved ones. I would recommend this community to others based on my experience.
Winnebago County review score based on 45 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 45 reviews of 14 Winnebago County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Winnebago 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
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Review subcategories for Winnebago 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 45 reviews of 14 Winnebago County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Winnebago 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.Winnebago County, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
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Friendliness
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Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
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4.5
Meals & dining
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Activities
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Winnebago County assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Winnebago County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Winnebago 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 Winnebago 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 Winnebago County 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
57.1%
52.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.9%
33.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.6%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
78.6%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
7.1%
29.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
98.9%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
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Availability of select dementia care services in Winnebago 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 Winnebago County 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
71.4%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
21.4%
32.1%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
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41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Winnebago 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 Winnebago County 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
50%
26.8%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
21.4%
40%
No sugar
No sugar
21.4%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
35.7%
35.3%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
21.4%
14.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Winnebago 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 Winnebago County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
7.1%
31%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
42.9%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
28.6%
35.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Winnebago 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 Winnebago County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.4%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
35.7%
29.9%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
64.3%
49.4%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.1%
48.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
64.3%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
40.8%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.6%
34.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
37.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.1%
46.2%
Live performances
Live performances
57.1%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
7.1%
29.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.4%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.1%
45.4%
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State regulations for assisted living in Winnebago 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 ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Illinois assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Winnebago County protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
Azura Memory Care of Clinton, TLC Living Community and Fairhaven Christian Retirement are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Winnebago County, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 16 assisted living facilities near Winnebago County, Illinois. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Winnebago County, Illinois is TLC Living Community. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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Assisted Living in Cities Near Winnebago County
- Rockford, Illinois
- Freeport, Illinois
- Machesney Park, Illinois
- Loves Park, Illinois
- Belvidere, Illinois
- Footville, Wisconsin
- Roscoe, Illinois
- Beloit, Wisconsin
- Orfordville, Wisconsin
- Cherry Valley, Illinois
- Stillman Valley, Illinois
- Rockton, Illinois
- Davis, Illinois
- Durand, Illinois
- Brodhead, Wisconsin
- Sharon, Wisconsin
- Pecatonica, Illinois
- Chana, Illinois
- Byron, Illinois
- Honey Creek, Illinois
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