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Assisted living costs in Kirkwood average about $4,144 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 14 communities in Kirkwood. Our detailed directory has 66 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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My brother transferred from a rehab center to Brookstone. He was assessed for the right match of care for his health. Marketing explained services clearly and accurately. The cost was transparent. Staff from...
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.
A gracious affordable assisted lifestyle community for the older adult. At Brookstone of Aledo, you'll enjoy friendly neighbors to share common life experiences and an active community full of choices. In the privacy of your own apartment which has been conveniently designed for senior living,...
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Mom loves it at Ridgeview Assisted Living and her opinion is the most important opinion. Two months prior to moving she was 100% NOT going to move to assisted living!! Dad’s health was declining and she...
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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.
The Views of Burlington provides a full range of services for older adults. In addition to assisted living services provided at RidgeView, skilled nursing, long-term care, and hospice services are provided at adjacent OakView Nursing & Rehab.We are proud to be independently owned and have...
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They were amazing with mom. They provided her comfort until the very end. She enjoyed the food and friendships she developed with staff. They went above and beyond with her care. I was there daily 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.
SunnyBrook Assisted Living was established in 1995 by founder's David and Betty Howell of Fairfield, Iowa who recognized a need to provide a safe home environment for seniors requiring assistance in the acitivites of daily living, but still maintaining a sense of independence...
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Bickford of Burlington has very friendly staff. i was sort of dissatisfied with the meals, but overall they are a good community.
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.
If you're seeking a dynamic senior living community, look no further than Bickford. It's where delicious food made from scratch, ever-present friendly caregivers, and a bustling social calendar come together. But that's not all; our HigherPath senior health model, known nationally for its...
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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.
Legacy Estates of Monmouth Legacy Estates of Monmouth is an assisted living community that is available to those seniors who are looking to call Monmouth, IL their home. This large and comfortable community offers a home in a growing city that is full of prosperity and good things. Legacy Estates...
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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.
Courtyard Estates of Monmouth is an assisted living community located in Monmouth, Illinois, in a home like environment. Our campus is well cared for and located only minutes from various shopping areas, medical offices, and restaurants. Within our community, residents will enjoy spacious...
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: 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: 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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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: 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: 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: 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: 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 assisted living in Kirkwood, IL

The average cost of senior living in Kirkwood is $4,144 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Abingdon, IL with an average of $2,703 per month.

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Kirkwood, IL vs. nearby cities

Kirkwood, IL
$4,144/mo
$3,364/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Kirkwood, IL vs. the state and national average

Kirkwood, IL
$4,144/mo
U.S. national average
$4,735/mo

Average monthly cost of Assisted Living in Kirkwood vs. other types of senior living

Assisted Living
$4,144/mo
$4,144/mo

Median monthly costs of Assisted Living in Kirkwood, IL by room type

Studio
$4,835/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,976/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,491/mo

Average cost of Assisted Living in Kirkwood over time

Kirkwood, ILIL stateNational

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Kirkwood, IL

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What families are saying about assisted living in Kirkwood

Recent reviews for assisted living in Kirkwood

Ridgeview Assisted Living in Burlington, IA

5.0
[name removed] loved it there. Staff was great. It was his home. The atmosphere was very bright and cheery, it felt very welcoming.

Bickford of Burlington

5.0
In our area this is the nicest community to go to. The staff here are perfect with my loved one.

Addington Place of Burlington

5.0
I couldn't have found a better place. They are so caring and concerned, notify me every time my loved one is not feeling well and answer all of my questions. Worth every penny. I would absolutely recommend this facility to family and friends.

Kirkwood review score based on 32 family reviews

9.4
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This proprietary review score is based on 32 reviews of 14 Kirkwood assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Kirkwood 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

Kirkwood review score compared against nearby cities

9.4
Kirkwood, IL14 facilities
9.2
Biggsville, IL8 facilities
9.9
Monmouth, IL9 facilities

Review subcategories for Kirkwood 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 32 reviews of 14 Kirkwood assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Kirkwood 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.
Kirkwood, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
5.0
4.5
Friendliness
5.0
4.6
Care services
4.8
4.2
Staff
4.9
4.5
Meals & dining
4.8
4.1
Activities
4.9
4.1
Value for cost*
4.8
4.1
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Kirkwood assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Kirkwood assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Kirkwood, 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 Kirkwood 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 Kirkwood 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
35.7%
52.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
14.3%
33.3%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.8%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
42.9%
56.6%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
29.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
28.6%
48%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
28.6%
53%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Kirkwood 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 Kirkwood Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Kirkwood, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
14.3%
51.1%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
7.1%
32%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
21.4%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
7.1%
13.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Kirkwood 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 Kirkwood partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Kirkwood, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
14.3%
26.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
14.3%
39.9%
No sugar
No sugar
14.3%
36.8%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.3%
35.1%
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Availability of select dining options in Kirkwood 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 Kirkwood communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Kirkwood, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
14.3%
30.9%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
21.4%
41.8%
Room service
Room service
21.4%
35.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
7.1%
17.8%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Kirkwood 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 Kirkwood offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
21.4%
45.7%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
30.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.4%
29.8%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
35.7%
49.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
21.4%
48.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.7%
52.2%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
14.3%
40.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
7.1%
34.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.4%
37.2%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
21.4%
46.1%
Live performances
Live performances
21.4%
46.4%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
29.3%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
24.2%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
21.4%
45.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Kirkwood

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 Kirkwood protect seniors.

Learn about Illinois Assisted Living regulations

Frequently Asked Questions

Brookstone of Aledo, Ridgeview Assisted Living and Addington Place of Burlington are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Kirkwood, Illinois. See full list of communities.

There are 14 assisted living facilities near Kirkwood, Illinois. See the full list.

The best assisted living facility near you in Kirkwood, Illinois is Brookstone of Aledo. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.

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