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8 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Elwood, IL
Assisted living costs in Elwood average about $5,375 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 8 communities in Elwood. Our detailed directory has 249 reviews, photos, and lists of available services, amenities, and activities. Assisted living is ideal for seniors who need help with activities of daily living, such as bathing and eating, and prefer a social setting to pursue their interests. These communities offer a variety of dining options, as well as housekeeping services to eliminate daily stresses.
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9.8
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89 reviews
The staff is friendly and helpful. The facility is clean but needs some updating. Everyone is very friendly. They seem to be chronically understaffed. They do have excellent meals and portions. My mom only...
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.
The Timbers of Shorewood delivers an unusual blend of secure senior living with elegance and independence! With full-service kitchens in every apartment, supportive services available for Independent living residents and perfectly coordinated services for Assisted Living residents. There is a...
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8.2
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33 reviews
Research the facility by talking with the residents and caretaker/wait staff; visit at meal time, look for hidden charges such as telephone calling area, transportation range included in monthly fee, meals...
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.
The Inn at Willow Falls was designed with consideration for every facet of a secure and enriching senior lifestyle — from a choice of meticulously designed apartments to a complete program of supportive care and social services. Residents will delight in the beautiful grounds, the comfortable...
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8.1
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63 reviews
The community and staff have been good all around. It's just the unfortunate that they have changed management/companies multiple times in the past year and a half. Which led to staffing shortages...
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.
Rock Run Place offers a home like setting and cheerful smiles from our professional staff who greet you everyday. Assisted Living and Memory Care levels of care are available on our campus. Our peaceful setting, restaurant style dining experience, activities and beautiful setting combine to...
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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.
Dedicated to Good LivingOur longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Victory Centre of Joliet community is an extension of that promise. We are steadfast in our commitment to cultivate a genuine home for you or your loved one. Above all else,...
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63 reviews
The one thing I wish I knew before selecting a place for mom is if the facility supplied furniture (bed, chair, television, etc). The staff was excellent I helping get mom settled once I got her furniture...
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.
Rock Run Place offers memory care services to seniors in the Will County, Illinois area. Residents enjoy cultural events, natural attractions, shopping and dining options in Joliet, as well as in Chicago, just 45 miles from our residence.We take regular afternoon outings for shopping at Westfield...
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.
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.
Provides: Assisted 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.
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Cost of assisted living in Elwood, IL
The average cost of senior living in Elwood is $5,375 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Carbon Hill, IL with an average of $4,642 per month.
Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Elwood, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Elwood, IL vs. the state and national average
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Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Elwood, IL by room type
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Elwood, IL
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What families are saying about assisted living in Elwood
Recent reviews for assisted living in Elwood
StoryPoint Bolingbrook
5.0
I am going to say 5 to all the questions. It was a little expensive but well worth it they took very good care of my dad the nurses were excellent and very professional they have a room in the back for family meals the chef prepared a wonderful meal for me I am a vegetarian my dad loved the ...
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Riverside Assisted Living and Memory Care, a CCRC in Kankakee, IL
5.0
Very good place to recover and all staff members were great. We picked this community, because it was close to home, heard good things about this community and it worked for me and my family.
Ascension Living Heritage Village in Kankakee, IL
5.0
Staff is very knowledgeable, my room was always clean, good is good, everyone is very helpful. i would highly recommend Heritage Village.
Elwood review score based on 58 family reviews
This proprietary review score is based on 58 reviews of 8 Elwood assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.The Elwood review score informs your search by letting you see at a glance how assisted living residents and family members rate assisted living in your area. Compare review scores in multiple locations to understand how overall satisfaction rates differ from city to city. Based on recent reviews, the maximum possible score is 10.Methodology: How we calculate our city review scores
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Review subcategories for Elwood assisted living
When assisted living residents and family members submit a review on our site, they rate each community on categories such as cleanliness, activities, meals, and more. The chart below is based on 58 reviews of 8 Elwood assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Elwood resident and family assisted living satisfaction rates against national averages. Use it to assess your needs and develop criteria for your own search. If you know that one of these categories is important to you or your loved one, our senior living advisors can help you find communities to match your needs.Elwood, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.5
Friendliness
4.5
4.6
Care services
4.0
4.2
Staff
4.4
4.5
Meals & dining
3.8
4.1
Activities
4.1
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Elwood assisted living services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Elwood assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Elwood, 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 Elwood assisted living
Assisted living communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of assisted living partners in Elwood 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
62.5%
52.1%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
50%
33.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
87.5%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
62.5%
56.5%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
25%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
87.5%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
37.5%
47.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
62.5%
53.1%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist
Availability of select dementia care services in Elwood assisted living
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 Elwood Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
51%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
37.5%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
37.5%
40.9%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
25%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Elwood assisted living
Assisted living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Elwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
50%
26.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
39.8%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
36.6%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
37.5%
35%
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Availability of select dining options in Elwood assisted living
Our assisted living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Elwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
50%
30.8%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
62.5%
41.7%
Room service
Room service
37.5%
35.6%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
25%
17.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Elwood assisted living
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered assisted living communities in Elwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.6%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
50%
30.7%
Community service programs
Community service programs
62.5%
29.7%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
62.5%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
62.5%
48.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
62.5%
52.1%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
50%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
62.5%
34.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
62.5%
37.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
62.5%
46%
Live performances
Live performances
62.5%
46.3%
Dances
Dances
50%
29.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
25%
24.1%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
62.5%
45.2%
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State regulations for assisted living in Elwood
Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to ensure seniors reside in a safe environment. Learning about Illinois assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Elwood protect seniors.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Timbers of Shorewood, StoryPoint Romeoville and Porter Place Memory Care are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Elwood, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 8 assisted living facilities near Elwood, Illinois. See the full list.
The best assisted living facilities near you in Elwood, Illinois are The Timbers of Shorewood, StoryPoint Romeoville and Porter Place Memory Care. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.
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