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10 Best Nursing Homes in Shelby County, IL
Shelby County 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 115 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Shelby County, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Shelby County is about $4,558, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 347 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
As you consider nursing homes near you, you may also want to expand your search to areas like You may also consider nearby communities such as Walker, Obed and Yantisville.
Nursing Homes Facilities near Shelby County, IL
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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
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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: 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, 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
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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: Memory Care
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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.
Welcome to Willowbrook! Our homes have been designed to provide care and support to your loved ones while promoting dignity and independence. We have been providing award winning memory care for over 10 years, care that celebrates each resident’s abilities. Each home accommodates 12-14...
Provides: Memory Care
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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.
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.
Primrose Retirement Communities in Decatur provide independent living and assisted living senior care. Our buildings feature attached/enclosed garages with direct access to the facility. Our activities and events are shown with Electronic bulletin boards that are available in the apartments and...
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.
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, 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.
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.
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.
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.
Cost of nursing homes in Shelby County, IL
The average cost of senior living in Shelby County is $4,558 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Moweaqua, IL with an average of $3,953 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Shelby County, IL vs. nearby counties
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Shelby County, IL vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Shelby County, IL by room type
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Average cost of Nursing Homes in Shelby County over time
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Shelby County
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Shelby County
Heritage Woods of Charleston
4.9
I have lived here for about a year and a half. I have enjoyed it immensely. Very friendly people live and work here. I recommend it for people 65 years old and older. We get three meals a day plus snacks. We get activities that are great. We have exercise programs for 45 minutes at least 2 times ...
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Randall Residence of Decatur
5.0
Everything is wonderful and clean at this community. The staff are very nice and attentive to my aunt and especially in her time of need after losing her dog. My aunt is adjusting well and has gained 10 pounds since staying with the community. My aunt loves the meals provided, she reads me the ...
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Brookstone Estates Tuscola
4.6
It's a very friendly place. They are very respectful to the residents. And they show true concern and care for them The facility is good. They clean the apartments every week. My loved one likes the food for the most part, although he's not picky. Sometimes it can be tough / hard to eat, ...
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Shelby County nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shelby County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shelby 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 Shelby County 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 Shelby 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
29.7%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
6.3%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
84.4%
26%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
87.5%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
54.7%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
10.9%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
84.4%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.5%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
43.8%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Shelby County 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 Shelby County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
45.3%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
18.8%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
23.4%
5.3%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
12.5%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shelby County 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 Shelby County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shelby County, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
32.8%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.1%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
25%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10.9%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Shelby County 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 Shelby County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
4.7%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.9%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
23.4%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
10.9%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shelby County 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 Shelby County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shelby County, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
29.7%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
20.3%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
18.8%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
46.9%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
43.8%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
46.9%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
34.4%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.2%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
25%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
42.2%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
42.2%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
28.1%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.2%
0.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
40.6%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Glenwood Supportive Living of Greenville, Carriage Crossing Rochester and Carriage Crossing Arcola are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Shelby County, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 115 nursing homes facilities near Shelby County, Illinois. See the full list.
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