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10 Best Nursing Homes in Zion, IL

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Zion 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 36 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Zion, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Zion is about $5,628, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 439 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.

 

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Nursing Homes Facilities near Zion, IL

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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.
Dayton Residential Care Facility is a Community Based Residential Facility located in the thriving downtown Kenosha area next to Lake Michigan. Dayton Residential Care Facility is VA certified and contracted with Kenosha County, Family Care, and Community Care. Dayton Residential Care Facility...
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Cost of nursing homes in Zion, IL

The average cost of senior living in Zion is $5,628 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Winthrop Harbor, IL with an average of $5,553 per month.

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

Zion, IL
$5,628/mo

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

Zion, IL
$5,628/mo
U.S. national average
$5,004/mo

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

$5,542/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,628/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,818/mo
Studio
$5,191/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,342/mo
2 Bedroom
$7,344/mo

Senior living costs in Zion 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: Zion, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeZion, ILIllinoisU.S.
Nursing Homes$5,628/mo$5,390/mo$5,004/mo
Assisted Living$5,469/mo$5,370/mo$4,740/mo
Memory Care$5,542/mo$5,390/mo$5,004/mo
Independent Living$4,342/mo$4,453/mo$4,203/mo
Nursing Homes
Zion, IL:$5,628/mo
Illinois:$5,390/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Assisted Living
Zion, IL:$5,469/mo
Illinois:$5,370/mo
U.S.:$4,740/mo
Memory Care
Zion, IL:$5,542/mo
Illinois:$5,390/mo
U.S.:$5,004/mo
Independent Living
Zion, IL:$4,342/mo
Illinois:$4,453/mo
U.S.:$4,203/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Zion, IL, over time

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

Zion, ILIL stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Zion, IL

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Zion 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
Zion, IL$6,503/mo$5,901/mo+10.2%
Illinois$6,060/mo$5,790/mo+4.7%
National$5,616/mo$5,314/mo+5.7%
Zion, IL
2024 average cost:$6,503/mo
2023 average cost:$5,901/mo
Percent change:+10.2%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$6,060/mo
2023 average cost:$5,790/mo
Percent change:+4.7%
National
2024 average cost:$5,616/mo
2023 average cost:$5,314/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
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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 Zion

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Zion

Parkside Manor in Kenosha, WI

5.0
I can only comment about the memory unit. Those girls worked hard to maintain order and keep up. I thought to myself a few times that however much money they are making probably isn't enough. It takes a special person to that job.

Casa del Mare Memory Care in Kenosha, WI

5.0
This is a fantastic community, my father is doing well here. He loves the place and we are satisfied. A place for mom was amazing with all they help they provided. My sister says they are providing him with great care. We are pleased with everything they have done for us.

Waverly Inn Memory Care and Cottages in Arlington Heights, IL

4.6
We chose Waverly Inn because the quality of the services offered and the location is close to me as well. It is a smaller facility with only about 60 residents. The building is built in a circle so that residents who wander cannot get lost. The room sizes are decent, she has got a Jack and Jill ...
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Zion nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Zion nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Zion, 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 Zion 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 Zion that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Zion, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
57.7%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
38.5%
9.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80.8%
23.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
76.9%
23.9%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
73.1%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
19.2%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
80.8%
20.3%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
53.8%
7%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
65.4%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Zion 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 Zion Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Zion, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
57.7%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
38.5%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
50%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
26.9%
1.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Zion 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 Zion partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Zion, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.9%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
42.3%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
34.6%
3.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Zion 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 Zion communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Zion, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
38.5%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
46.2%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
38.5%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
19.2%
0.7%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Zion 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 Zion offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Zion, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
53.8%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
34.6%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.1%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
61.5%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
57.7%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
61.5%
6.7%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
46.2%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
38.5%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
34.6%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
53.8%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
53.8%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
30.8%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
19.2%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
53.8%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Galloway Senior Living, Sunrise of Gurnee and Lake Haven Memory Care are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Zion, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 36 nursing homes facilities near Zion, Illinois. See the full list.
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