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Empire is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 13 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Empire, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Empire is about $5,761, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 173 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Empire, IL

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Photo of Sugar Creek Alzheimer's Special Care CenterCommunity card badge
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22 Floor plans available
9.9
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Sugar Creek is a caring family oriented facility. The caring staff is always there for support for the resident as well as the family.
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.
Sugar Creek Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is located in Normal, a charming suburb of Bloomington, Illinois. The one-story community features an outdoor courtyard, cozy common spaces, and a homelike atmosphere. Just off interstates 55 and 74, residents enjoy easy access to shopping and dining...
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9.4
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19 reviews
9.4
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19 reviews
5 star
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The staff and residents at Carriage Crossing have all been very friendly and welcoming. The staff appears to genuinely care for their residents. After a short adjustment period, my mom has settled in and is...
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.
Located near the intersection of I-55 and I-74, The Carriages of Bloomington provides a picturesque senior lifestyle just minutes from the Carle Broman and OSF St. Joseph Medical Centers. Schedule a tour and experience our spacious Assisted Living apartments, innovative on-site Memory Care and...
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8.9
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6 reviews
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6 reviews
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The staff is outstanding. Mom is happy and I couldn't imagine her accepting she had to move from the home she built (literally) 45 years ago. I have recommended to others
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.
Experience respectful assisted living in a beautiful space when you choose The Glenwood of Mahomet, assisted living community located in Mahomet, Illinois. Our acres of beautiful landscaping, incredible attention to detail, and modern spaces really make it a home-like location and one that's...
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8.6
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17 reviews
8.6
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17 reviews
5 star
53%
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29%
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6%
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Keep in mind my father is in the skilled nursing area. My answers only speak to that area. I cannot really speak to the Assisted Living area. I have not personally eaten the food but it looks good and they...
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.
Luther Oaks offers vibrant, grace-filled senior living in a welcoming and friendly environment in a peaceful and scenic location. Residents and team members alike share and embrace the comfort, well-being, and peace of mind of a continuing care retirement community. (CCRC) Luther Oaks has earned...
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8.2
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29 reviews
8.2
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29 reviews
5 star
31%
4 star
38%
3 star
14%
2 star
10%
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Overall, I am pleased with Bickford. At times it seems they are understaffed, but I think that's a very common problem right now.
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.
If you think there’s not much going on in a senior living community, you’ve never been to Bickford. Imagine your loved one enjoying delicious, scratch-made meals, having a friendly caregiver always nearby, and a calendar chock-full of social activities. Our family of caregivers will do whatever...
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8.0
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9 reviews
8.0
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9 reviews
5 star
67%
4 star
22%
3 star
11%
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Overall the staff are kind, warm, and my parents have experienced many staff to be quite loving and emotionally generous. While some staff are more adept at engaging residents on the memory care unit,...
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 Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Memory Care has been exceptionally designed and built to meet the needs, wants and desires of those moving into this grand community.We are the leader in providing compassionate and quality senior care. We focus on unique needs of each of our residents...
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18%
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I recently moved my parents into Villas of Hollybrook from out of state. It was challenging on many levels and the staff was exceptional in helping navigate all challenges! They made sure we had all the...
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 Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections Memory Care is a sate-of-the-art licensed assisted living community. We offer our residents the comforts of their own home while providing for their needs with a customized care plan. Each member of our staff is committed to helping our residents live...
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6.5
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41 reviews
6.5
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41 reviews
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The staff at Bridle Brook were awesome. My mother had a lot of anxiety about making the move but as soon as she arrived the staff eased her fears and made her feel welcome! They were very patient and kind as...
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.
Since 1990, Capital Senior Living has grown to become one of the largest senior living providers in the United States. With a goal of offering affordable housing and an enriched lifestyle to thousands of seniors, our dedicated team of professionals succeeds in providing quality care in each of...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
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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, 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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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.

Cost of nursing homes in Empire, IL

The average cost of senior living in Empire is $5,761 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Gibson City, IL with an average of $4,153 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Empire, IL, vs. nearby cities

Empire, IL
$5,761/mo
$4,698/mo

Nursing homes costs in Empire, IL, vs. state and national averages

Empire, IL
$5,761/mo
U.S. national average
$4,954/mo

Nursing homes costs in Empire, IL, vs. other senior living options

$5,761/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,761/mo

Nursing homes costs in Empire, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$7,840/mo
Studio
$5,854/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,167/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,184/mo

Senior living costs in Empire vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Empire, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeEmpire, ILIllinoisU.S.
Nursing Homes$5,761/mo$5,398/mo$4,954/mo
Assisted Living$5,761/mo$5,378/mo$4,703/mo
Memory Care$5,761/mo$5,398/mo$4,954/mo
Independent Living$5,389/mo$4,459/mo$4,160/mo
Nursing Homes
Empire, IL:$5,761/mo
Illinois:$5,398/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Assisted Living
Empire, IL:$5,761/mo
Illinois:$5,378/mo
U.S.:$4,703/mo
Memory Care
Empire, IL:$5,761/mo
Illinois:$5,398/mo
U.S.:$4,954/mo
Independent Living
Empire, IL:$5,389/mo
Illinois:$4,459/mo
U.S.:$4,160/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Empire, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Empire and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Empire, ILIL stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Empire, IL

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Empire have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Empire, IL$5,524/mo$4,843/mo+14.1%
Illinois$5,922/mo$5,556/mo+6.6%
National$5,469/mo$5,121/mo+6.8%
Empire, IL
2024 average cost:$5,524/mo
2023 average cost:$4,843/mo
Percent change:+14.1%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$5,922/mo
2023 average cost:$5,556/mo
Percent change:+6.6%
National
2024 average cost:$5,469/mo
2023 average cost:$5,121/mo
Percent change:+6.8%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Empire

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Empire

Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections - Bloomington East

4.3
We are very glad Villas of Holly Brook community has been willing and able to accommodating and care for our loved ones needs thus far and based on our experience we would recommend them to other families

Villas of Holly Brook and Reflections - Bloomington South

4.8
I would highly recommend this community for you or your loved one and I have already told some people about this community. The staff that I have encountered have been very helpful and open with all of the residents there that I have witnessed. They have tea times for the women like a valentines ...
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The Village at Mercy Creek in Normal, IL

4.6
We chose The Village at Mercy Creek based on the fact of it being Franciscan, since my mom is catholic. It has overall been a great experience and I would recommend the facility to those looking for assisted living.

Empire nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Empire nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Empire, 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 Empire nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Empire that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Empire, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
72.7%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
27.3%
9.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
81.8%
23.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
81.8%
23.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
72.7%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
9.1%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.8%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
72.7%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
63.6%
17.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Empire nursing homes

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 Empire Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Empire, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
63.6%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
63.6%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
63.6%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
18.2%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Empire nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Empire partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Empire, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
54.5%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
45.5%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
36.4%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
45.5%
3.6%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Empire nursing homes

Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Empire communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Empire, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
27.3%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
54.5%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
45.5%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
27.3%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Empire nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Empire offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Empire, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
63.6%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
63.6%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
45.5%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
63.6%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
72.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
72.7%
6.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
63.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
45.5%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
63.6%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
72.7%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
63.6%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
54.5%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
45.5%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
63.6%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Sugar Creek Alzheimer's Special Care Center, The Carriages of Bloomington and The Glenwood Assisted Living of Mahomet are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Empire, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 13 nursing homes facilities near Empire, Illinois. See the full list.
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