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Prairie Center 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 142 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Prairie Center, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Prairie Center is about $5,708, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 2905 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Prairie Center, IL

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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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We found out that Tabor Hills had an opening in their supportive care facility and we moved her there in [date removed]. She was there from [date removed] to [date removed]. In [date removed], Mom was in...
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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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With gratitude of the professional work [names removed] for the friendly and courteous service that they provided to my wife. I want to make knowledge of the magnificent work that they are doing for...
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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.
Meadowbrook Manor of Bolingbrook has been offering the highest quality of skilled nursing and rehabilitation care in a beautiful home-like environment since 1991. Our medical and rehabilitation professionals offer state-of-the art physical, occupational and speech therapies to help your loved...
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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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My loved one was previously a resident at Tabor Hills and overall her experience at this facility was good. She had a large living area and the cost was less than several other facilities in the area.
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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This is for the physical therapy department. I have had much therapy in my life, but I want to say this department was the best ever. The head of the department gave me a new lease on life after working with...
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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.
Meadowbrook Manor of Naperville has been offering the highest quality of skilled nursing and rehabilitation in a beautiful home-like environment since 1996. Our medical and rehabilitation professionals offer state-of- the art physical, occupational and speech therapies to help your loved ones on...
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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.
Countryside Care Centre is an organization dedicated to providing services of the highest quality. Our commitment to preserving the dignity of each and every resident while helping them to achieve their maximum potential is reflected in our company mission statement; “Making Longer...
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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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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.
Deerbrook Care Centre was the first in the Joliet community to offer the Our Town™ inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation center. At Deerbrook, our highly trained staff of on-site professionals and physical, occupational and speech therapists will work with you or your loved one to achieve the...
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My Mom was in this facility in 2016. We had to place her for therapy again and even though we were reluctant because the last time wasn't the best experience, the other choices were not what we...
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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.
The goal of Willow Crest Nursing Pavilion is to provide accurate, individualized medical attention to every resident in our facility. Our residents are the reason for the existence of this home. We are pleased that they consider our facility to be “their home.”It is, therefore, our obligation to...
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We chose Alden for m y mom after three separate people had shared with us their good experience. As everyone knows its very difficult to chose a nursing home so their recommendations meant a lot to us. ...
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.
Alden Naperville is nestled on eight acres in a residential neighborhood across from a park. Alden Naperville is located just minutes from a hospital and the historic downtown district. You can enjoy the luxury of fine living. Residents and their families are the heart of our company. Our staff...
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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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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, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: 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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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 Crossing Supportive Living offers an innovative approach to assisted living housing for seniors ages 65 and older of all income levels. Our community combines apartment-style home with personal care, and the availability of 24 hour support staff. We understand how important it is for our...
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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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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
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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.
Evergreen Place offers worry-free living, where independence thrives and compassionate care is always nearby. Our beautiful campus offers lovely supportive living options. We welcome you to learn more and visit our community of care, where friendships flourish and families find peace of mind....
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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.
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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
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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: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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
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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.

Cost of nursing homes in Prairie Center, IL

The average cost of senior living in Prairie Center is $5,708 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Paw Paw, IL with an average of $4,587 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Prairie Center, IL, vs. nearby cities

Prairie Center, IL
$5,709/mo
$5,376/mo

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

Prairie Center, IL
$5,709/mo
U.S. national average
$4,946/mo

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

$5,675/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,709/mo

Nursing homes costs in Prairie Center, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$5,516/mo
Studio
$5,865/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,911/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,374/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,708/mo

Senior living costs in Prairie Center 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: Prairie Center, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typePrairie Center, ILIllinoisU.S.
Nursing Homes$5,709/mo$5,390/mo$4,946/mo
Assisted Living$5,552/mo$5,370/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$5,675/mo$5,390/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$4,258/mo$4,453/mo$4,153/mo
Nursing Homes
Prairie Center, IL:$5,709/mo
Illinois:$5,390/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Assisted Living
Prairie Center, IL:$5,552/mo
Illinois:$5,370/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Prairie Center, IL:$5,675/mo
Illinois:$5,390/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Prairie Center, IL:$4,258/mo
Illinois:$4,453/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Prairie Center, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Prairie Center 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.

Prairie Center, ILIL stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Prairie Center, IL

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Prairie Center 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
Prairie Center, IL$6,019/mo$5,710/mo+5.4%
Illinois$6,148/mo$5,811/mo+5.8%
National$5,667/mo$5,383/mo+5.3%
Prairie Center, IL
2024 average cost:$6,019/mo
2023 average cost:$5,710/mo
Percent change:+5.4%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$6,148/mo
2023 average cost:$5,811/mo
Percent change:+5.8%
National
2024 average cost:$5,667/mo
2023 average cost:$5,383/mo
Percent change:+5.3%
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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 Prairie Center

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Prairie Center

Meadowbrook Bolingbrook

5.0
My mother has been in Meadowbrook Bolingbrook, IL for over a year. I find my Mother’s Doctor, Nurses, Aid Tech, Administrators, Kitchen Staff, Social Workers and Reception area staff, all of them are Great (friendly, professionals and very helpful). It is a big relief at this time of Pandemic to ...
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The Gardens of Waterford in Aurora, IL

4.0
I have lived here for 5+ years. The food is by far better than other places I've been. Staff are friendly and very helpful. This is Alden's main campus and the grounds are beautiful. Festive holiday decorations make this a very homey atmosphere. I call this "home".

Villas of Holly Brook Streator

5.0
If you have parents who are in need of assisted living, this is the place to go. The staff are very nice and accommodating. To this day, anything I ask of them they will do. All of the people here are just so nice. Everybody always says hi, and many of them know me. The facility is a couple ...
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Prairie Center nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Prairie Center nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Prairie Center, 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 Prairie Center 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 Prairie Center that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Prairie Center, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
48.7%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
46.1%
9.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
83.5%
23.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
85.2%
23.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
66.1%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.6%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
81.7%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
56.5%
17.5%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Prairie Center 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 Prairie Center Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Prairie Center, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
54.8%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
36.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
44.3%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.5%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Prairie Center 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 Prairie Center partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Prairie Center, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
35.7%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
39.1%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
30.4%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.9%
3.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Prairie Center 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 Prairie Center communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Prairie Center, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
31.3%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
47%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
26.1%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
17.4%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Prairie Center 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 Prairie Center offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Prairie Center, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
53.9%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
29.6%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
58.3%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
53.9%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.7%
6.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
48.7%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
41.7%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
40%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.2%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
53.9%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
28.7%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
27%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
50.4%
0.4%
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