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Shirland 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 222 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Shirland, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Shirland is about $5,205, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase.

To learn more, browse our 3306 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area. You may also consider nearby communities such as Bardwell, Allens Grove and Sharon.

 

Nursing Homes Facilities near Shirland, IL

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They balance outstanding care while maintaining dignity and respect of the residents. Such a pleasure to work with the WP team. My parents are very happy here. Just the right balance of independence and...
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.
The Meadows at WinnPrairie™ offers quality care and a structured environment for residents with memory or cognitive impairments. The focus of The Meadows programs is to build on residents’ strengths and skills through a variety of therapeutic activities and services. All designed and delivered by...
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After hearing good reviews and taking a tour, we moved my mom into Heritage Woods in August 2023. I go to visit often and honestly can say each time I am there I am continually impressed with their facility....
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.
Heritage Woods of Freeport is an affordable assisted living community serving adults 65 or older, fully certified by the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Living. Situated in Stephenson County, Illinois about 25 miles west of Rockford, Heritage Woods is a lovely place to call home, and...
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We of course, would like the cost a little less, but we understand that is the way things are these days. I would suggest them to check out Kettle Park. Our first year at Kettle Park we've been very pleased.
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.
Welcome to Kettle Park Senior LivingYou will experience the comfort and convenience of home with state of the art amenities and individualized services that are available to meet your lifestyle needs. We offer Independent Plus, Assisted Living and Memory Care services.The Norwegian heritage of...
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I have been very happy with this service. I liked that staff that was able to get me a caretaker for the needs for my mom. The care taken did not mind coming far for the assistance that we needed.The care...
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.
Our beautiful Memory Care residence in Whitewater, WI provides dignified, quality care for seniors who can no longer live alone because of dementia and other forms of memory loss. Our programs are designed to help those with cognitive needs providing a safe, nurturing and secure home environment....
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This is an incredible facility. The care received here is the best. The staff is incredibly friendly and helpful. A very calming place to be.
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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.
For residents who cherish their independence but also need assistance with daily activities, Our House Senior Living Cambridge Assisted Care is the optimal lifestyle choice for assisted care. We provide a comfortable, caring and family-like atmosphere with three home-cooked meals a day (plus...
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McFarland Villa is a really great place. The staff were all very nice and accommodating, and they put up with my loved one. He did not want to live this far away from his friends so he moved. I would...
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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.
At McFarland Villa Assisted Living, we strive to provide each of our residents a caring, nurturing environment with dignified and respectful services at a special place that they are proud to call 'home'. We understand there is no greater comfort in life than being around people who care. Our...
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I think Courtyard is a clean facility. Food quality, variety and quantity seem to be very good. The staff seems to be good. The activities are many and they seem to make a good effort to get the residents to...
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.
The Courtyard at Fitchburg consists of two stand-alone communities on our campus. A CBRF Assisted Living and a Memory care. The communities have towering windows overlooking McKee Farms Park which give our residents spectacular nature views and a place to safely take walks. Our memory care...
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What we like the most about the community is that everyone has been so kind and helpful. Food seems to be processed and too salty for mom. Most meals she says she can't eat because of the salt.
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.
See what life can be like at Cardinal View Senior Living. From our 5-Star restaurant-style dining room to our full theater, everyday is a gift waiting to be unwrapped.We train our staff to cater to your every need, providing an experience that seamlessly blends comfort, convenience, and care. Our...
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I am very pleased with the way they have helped and continue to help my mom
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 common areas, dining, etc. was very clean. The cleanliness of my loved one's apartment fell a little bit short of our expectations. The staff are friendly, engaging, and they treat the residents as...
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.
Hatties Glen Madison is an assisted living and memory care community in the welcoming, scenic city of Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin. Our beautiful community is centrally located in a quiet residential area near the West Beltline Highway, providing easy access to area attractions and the nearby...
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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
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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.
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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The staff have been very helpful and mom is getting a lot of attention. This community is the size of a large ranch house and mom likes this. The food is good, healthy and made fresh. The community is well...
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.
Our beautiful Memory Care residence in Janesville provides dignified, quality care for seniors who can no longer live alone because of dementia and other forms of memory loss. Our programs are designed to help those with cognitive needs providing a safe, nurturing and secure home environment. We...
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I am a PT and have worked in many care facilities in my career. Never before have I experienced the level of care and concern for a resident as I did with my Mom. Always pleasant, always professional and...
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.
Our beautiful Cambridge Assisted Living Facility is crafted in warm earthy colors in a beautiful Prairie style charm. This location has unique features like an on-site chef, in-house beauty salon, remote patient monitoring and security system, and the latest in assisted living technology.Home...
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I've had several relatives and a couple of close friends stay at Sylvan Crossings over the last 25 years, most recently my Mom. Sylvan took great care of all of them. The staff were very caring people, the...
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.
We see in each individual their grand potential to live a life of self-respect and integrity. We also strive to lessen your worry as we provide compassionate skilled care that brings a spirit of independence into the life of your loved one. Our priority is to provide the highest level of care...
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My mother in law was alright with it, but we never moved her stuff there because it didn't have a warm feeling and it was also harder for me to get to (I'm the primary care giver). I wasn't sold on it for...
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.
At The Grove we honor each person's individual uniqueness and empower them to remain in charge of their own decisions. We live it through the care and compassion with which we treat every resident. We instill it into every service we provide, every meal we serve and every opportunity we make...
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I've been a resident at Oakwood Village Prairie Ridge since the Grasslands independent living apartments were completed in July 2019. My wife and I couldn't be happier. We have a spacious apartment,...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living, Senior Apartments
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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.
Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Oakwood Village Prairie Ridge is a part of Oakwood Lutheran Senior Ministries, a not-for-profit, Lutheran church-sponsored organization established in 1948. Located on Madison's east side near Sun Prairie, Prairie Ridge provides close proximity to local shopping and restaurants, while providing...
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Everyone has been very caring. They have many activities for those who can participate. My husband likes the food and they have a wide variety. His room is nice sized for one person.
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.
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My mother moved to Harmony 4 months ago. Teresa has gotten her involved with Bingo, word game, balloon volleyball and even some sit and be fit. This has been great for my mother. She walks to all meals and...
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.
Stoughton Meadows Assisted Living is located in its namesake city of Stoughton, which can be found in Dane County, Wisconsin. Located right by the Yahara River, Stoughton takes pride in its strong Norwegian heritage, and love of the arts. Visiting loved ones can explore the many historical...
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The staff is very patient and friendly to the residents. They're very good at communication with me as well. The food is good, and they're good about serving a fair amount of fruits and vegetables. A...
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.
At Madison Pointe Senior Living, we strive to provide each of our residents a caring, nurturing environment with dignified and respectful services at a special place that they are proud to call 'home'. We understand there is no greater comfort in life than being around people who care. Our team...
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My mom is always clean and well cared for. Many activities are not appropriate for individual with memory issues. Bingo is a regular activity and only a couple of residents can play without significant help....
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.
Anam Glen is the newest addition to the Anam Campus. We are a 16-bed memory care facility with a stimulating home-like environment designed to meet, in the most loving way possible, the specialized needs of all who are affected with a dementia, including Alzheimer's, Lewy Body, Parkinson's and...
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This is a wonderful care home and we are very pleased with all they have done for us. The home is very well maintained, they keep her room and the home very nice and clean. The cook here is amazing, we know...
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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.
Welcome to Willowick - A vibrant, new assisted living community nestled in the charming town of Clinton, Wisconsin The team at Willowick is dedicated to fulfilling what we like to call 'Everyday Wows.' An everyday wow is that extra something special. Though it is not clearly defined through...
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Overall experience was good. Cleanliness is great. Friendliness is spectacular Quality of care is good, a couple of occurrences Food to be desired breakfast looked great Activities not sure saw two Value...
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.
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My mother is a resident here. They could get a new activities director because my mother does not get along with her.They need more staff on the weekends. We chose Aster Retirement because they offer...
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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.
The Aster Retirement Communities and its dedicated staff recognize that you make the difference in our lives and we want to make a difference in yours. By dedicating ourselves to our 'mission' to care for you, we create an environment that is a positive way of life for all of our residents. We...
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Overall it has been pretty good experience so far. Only issues we have had is with the food and activities. On the food, the menu items are unusual sometimes and it is just not that great. They have not...
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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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...
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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.
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...

Cost of nursing homes in Shirland, IL

The average cost of senior living in Shirland is $5,205 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Durand, IL with an average of $5,205 per month.

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

Shirland, IL
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U.S. national average
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Nursing homes costs in Shirland, IL, vs. other senior living options

$6,304/mo
Nursing Homes
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Nursing homes costs in Shirland, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
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Senior living costs in Shirland 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: Shirland, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShirland, ILIllinoisU.S.
Nursing Homes$5,205/mo$5,252/mo$5,847/mo
Assisted Living$5,604/mo$6,329/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,304/mo$7,681/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,489/mo$3,342/mo$3,520/mo
Nursing Homes
Shirland, IL:$5,205/mo
Illinois:$5,252/mo
U.S.:$5,847/mo
Assisted Living
Shirland, IL:$5,604/mo
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Shirland, IL:$6,304/mo
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Shirland, IL:$3,489/mo
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Shirland, IL, over time

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

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Nursing homes cost trends in Shirland, IL

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Shirland 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 average 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
Shirland, IL$6,189/mo$5,919/mo+4.6%
Illinois$6,483/mo$6,232/mo+4.0%
National$6,098/mo$5,866/mo+4.0%
Shirland, IL
2024 average cost:$6,189/mo
2023 average cost:$5,919/mo
Percent change:+4.6%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$6,483/mo
2023 average cost:$6,232/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
National
2024 average cost:$6,098/mo
2023 average cost:$5,866/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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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 Shirland

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Shirland

Hallowstone at Middleton

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Thrilled with the care and attention my Mother received while at this Brookdale. It felt like I was pet of a family! The food is wonderful and I enjoyed that when visiting. They also have fun activities for residents and their family members. Thanks for all you did and I would highly suggest ...
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Shepherd Premier Assisted Living of Harvard

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I am very happy with the care that my mother is getting at this very nice and home feeling community. The staff is wonderful and very attentive. I like that the community is clean. <y mother is really liking the activities and she likes what is offered. We would highly recommend this small ...
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Wesley Willows a CCRC in Rockford, IL

5.0
Wesley Willows was great to work with. My mom was there for rehab, respite, and assisted living. We were very happy with the care. The nurse and CNAs took great care of my mom and always keep updated regarding her care. She was very happy with the food. We chose the community because my mom ...
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Shirland nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shirland nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shirland, 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 Shirland 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 Shirland 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
56.8%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
25.7%
9.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.1%
23.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
90.1%
24%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
67.6%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
26.6%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.5%
20.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56.3%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
64%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shirland 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 Shirland Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shirland, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.7%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
35.6%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.4%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shirland 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 Shirland partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Shirland, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.8%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
32.9%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.8%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Shirland 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 Shirland communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Shirland, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.5%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
37.4%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
27.9%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shirland 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 Shirland offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shirland, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
42.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
29.7%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.4%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
59%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
48.2%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
59%
6.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.4%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
29.7%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30.6%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
45.5%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
46.4%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
21.6%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
17.1%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
45%
0.4%
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