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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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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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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.
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The staff at this community are friendly and helpful. She loves the food and they keep the community clean. They offer daily activities. I would have to say the administration is a two. If the nurses need...
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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.
Carbondale, Illinois is known for its community celebrations. Prairie Living at Chautauqua is an assisted living community whose residents have abundant opportunities for activities and community involvement, as well as a variety of religious and spiritual options. Known as 'Town of Poets' due to...
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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...
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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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Cost of assisted living in Woodlawn, IL

The average cost of senior living in Woodlawn is $4,549 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ina, IL with an average of $3,976 per month.

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

Woodlawn, IL
$4,549/mo

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

Woodlawn, IL
$4,549/mo
U.S. national average
$4,515/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,549/mo
$4,549/mo

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

Semi-Private
$5,299/mo
Studio
$5,277/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,448/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,339/mo

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Woodlawn, IL

Paying for assisted living may seem daunting, but knowing all your options can be empowering. Read about the many private and public payment options that families use to pay for assisted living in Woodlawn.

What families are saying about assisted living in Woodlawn

Recent reviews for assisted living in Woodlawn

Brookstone of Harrisburg

5.0
Everything is going quite well for my mom at Brookstone! The facility is well maintained and the staff are doing a great job with my mom. The food is also just fine for her. Overall, we are very pleased with her stay!

San Gabriel Memory Care in Highland, IL

5.0
The employees at San Gabriel Memory Care are educated and trained on dementia and how to care for this patient population. I like the fact that there are consistent caregivers and always someone nearby if you need help. They are consistent with their care and take the residents to the bathroom ...
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Villas at St. James in Breese, IL

5.0
Our family is very happy to have grandpa at The Villas at St. James. He didn’t want to leave his home but [name removed] made him feel comfortable. He sits with “the guys” and enjoys meal times. They take the bus for rides which he loves since he can no longer drive. The staff is always friendly ...
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Woodlawn review score based on 94 family reviews

7.6
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This proprietary review score is based on 94 reviews of 49 Woodlawn assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Woodlawn 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

Woodlawn review score compared against nearby cities

7.6
Woodlawn, IL49 facilities
7.3
Mount Vernon, IL45 facilities
7.6
Waltonville, IL44 facilities

Review subcategories for Woodlawn 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 94 reviews of 49 Woodlawn assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Woodlawn 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.
Woodlawn, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.5
Friendliness
4.7
4.6
Care services
4.5
4.2
Staff
4.6
4.5
Meals & dining
4.2
4.1
Activities
4.4
4.1
Value for cost*
4.1
4.1
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Woodlawn assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Woodlawn assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Woodlawn, 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 Woodlawn 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 Woodlawn that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Woodlawn, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
21.7%
43.3%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
8.3%
28.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
80%
85.2%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
81.7%
85.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
41.7%
48.4%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
16.7%
25.5%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
78.3%
85.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
31.7%
39.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
41.7%
44.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Woodlawn 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 Woodlawn Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Woodlawn, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
35%
43.7%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.3%
27.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
25%
34.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15%
11.5%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Woodlawn 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 Woodlawn partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Woodlawn, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.3%
22.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
31.7%
33.8%
No sugar
No sugar
26.7%
31.2%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.7%
29.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5%
10.8%
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Availability of select dining options in Woodlawn 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 Woodlawn communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Woodlawn, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
21.7%
26%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35%
34.3%
Room service
Room service
23.3%
29.8%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15%
14.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Woodlawn 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 Woodlawn offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Woodlawn, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
36.7%
38.9%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
21.7%
26.1%
Community service programs
Community service programs
21.7%
25.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41.7%
42.2%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
41.7%
41.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
44.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
34.6%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
28.3%
28.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
30%
31.5%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.3%
39.2%
Live performances
Live performances
41.7%
39.5%
Dances
Dances
20%
24.7%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.3%
20.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
36.7%
38.5%
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State regulations for assisted living in Woodlawn

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 Woodlawn protect seniors.

Learn about Illinois Assisted Living regulations

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There are 52 assisted living facilities near Woodlawn, Illinois. See the full list.

The best assisted living facilities near you in Woodlawn, Illinois are The Landings at Reed Station Crossing. These assisted living communities received the highest rankings based on verified family reviews.

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