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Assisted living costs in Pulaski average about $3,901 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 47 communities in Pulaski. Our detailed directory has 237 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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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.
Experience exceptional care in a warm, home-like environment. Our mission is to provide a fulfilling and safe life for your loved ones, with personalized attention and specialized memory care.At Century Assisted Living, our specialization in memory care is one feature that sets us apart from...
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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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We just moved my mom in here. It's really good so far. We like it because it's close by for one thing. It's not quite as nice as were she was but it's more affordable. They have lots of activities. They have...
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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.
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.
Photo of Advance Assisted Living
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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One of the best facilities in the area. It has the feel of a resort instead of an assisted living facility. The staff is awesome. The food is wonderful. They use fresh food not just heat and serve from a...
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.
Memory Care Coming Soon! Wait list now forming. Sunshine Gardens is one of the largest independently owned assisted living facilities in Southern Illinois offering full spectrum of services at an affordable fee. We recognize that each individual has his or her own personal needs and we focus on...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Residential Care Home
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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.
Care Homes: Residential care homes are shared neighborhood homes for seniors who need a live-in caregiver to assist with activities of daily living, like dressing and bathing.
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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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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, Memory Care, 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.
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.

Cost of assisted living in Pulaski, IL

The average cost of senior living in Pulaski is $3,901 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Mounds, IL with an average of $2,834 per month.

Assisted living costs in Pulaski, IL, vs. nearby cities

Pulaski, IL
$3,901/mo
$3,234/mo
$3,234/mo

Assisted living costs in Pulaski, IL, vs. state and national averages

Pulaski, IL
$3,901/mo
U.S. national average
$4,698/mo

Assisted living costs in Pulaski, IL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$3,901/mo
$3,901/mo

Assisted living costs in Pulaski, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$2,590/mo
Studio
$4,304/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,119/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,152/mo

Senior living costs in Pulaski vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Pulaski, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typePulaski, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$3,901/mo$5,370/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$3,901/mo$5,390/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$3,234/mo$4,453/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
Pulaski, IL:$3,901/mo
Illinois:$5,370/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
Pulaski, IL:$3,901/mo
Illinois:$5,390/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Pulaski, IL:$3,234/mo
Illinois:$4,453/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
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Assisted living costs in Pulaski, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Pulaski 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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Assisted living cost trends in Pulaski, IL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Pulaski 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.

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Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Pulaski, IL$4,122/mo$4,221/mo-2.3%
Illinois$5,339/mo$5,043/mo+5.9%
National$4,973/mo$4,663/mo+6.6%
Pulaski, IL
2024 average cost:$4,122/mo
2023 average cost:$4,221/mo
Percent change:-2.3%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$5,339/mo
2023 average cost:$5,043/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
National
2024 average cost:$4,973/mo
2023 average cost:$4,663/mo
Percent change:+6.6%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Pulaski, 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 Pulaski.

What families are saying about assisted living in Pulaski

Recent reviews for assisted living in Pulaski

Country Place in Scott City, MO

4.1
My mom has been at this facility now for about 3 months. She was really struggling with her mobility when she first arrived. Currently, she and her friends walk the property about 4 times per day, and no longer needs her cane. In fact, she is now known as the twirling lady, as she twirls her ...
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Lutheran Home Assisted Living in Cape Girardeau, MO

4.6
The only reason I scored a 2 on number 8 is that we have to be on self pay due to mom signing over our home, her asset, only a little over a year before she came down with dementia. The over [amount removed] bill each month is causing us to have to sell our home. But, other than the cost, I am ...
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The Neighborhood at Paducah

5.0
My loved one was previously a resident at The Neighborhood at Paducah. I have all good things to say about this facility. The facility was clean and the staff was professional and friendly. The dining room had cloth table cloths and cloth napkins. The meals looked very good. Communication with ...
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Reviews mention these favorite features of communities

Compassionate and attentive staff. Reviews consistently praise the kindness and care shown by staff members towards residents at various communities, such as The Neighborhood at Paducah, Rivercrest Place Assisted Living, and Villas of Holly Brook Herrin. They're described as friendly, helpful, and having a genuine concern f ...
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Well-planned activities and social opportunities. Activities were a popular topic in several reviews. At Country Place, residents enjoy walking multiple times a day and participating in various activities. Communities like The Landings at Reed Station Crossing and The Lakes of Paducah often have planned outings and events, making sure the ...
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Clean and well-maintained facilities. Reviews consistently mention the cleanliness of the facilities, both inside and out, at communities like Rivercrest Place Assisted Living, Villas of Holly Brook Herrin, and Fifth Season Residential. Residents appreciate the sense of pride staff take in keeping their living spaces tidy and ...
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Personalized care and accommodations. Several reviews mention the individualized attention and accommodations provided by staff at various communities, such as Villas of Holly Brook Herrin, Fifth Season Residential, and Lutheran Home Assisted Living. Examples include helping with specific care needs and making adjustments to l ...
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Delicious and thoughtfully prepared meals. Quality food is a significant factor in residents' overall satisfaction with their community. Reviews highlight the excellent cooking skills and accommodations for dietary restrictions at communities like Rivercrest Place Assisted Living, Villas of Holly Brook Herrin, and The Neighborhood a ...
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Supportive and inclusive environment. Residents express feelings of belonging and being treated like family at multiple communities, including Rivercrest Place Assisted Living, Villas of Holly Brook Herrin, and Fifth Season Residential. This supportive and inclusive environment contributes to their overall happiness and satisf ...
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Pulaski review score based on 79 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 79 reviews of 39 Pulaski assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Pulaski 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

Pulaski review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Pulaski, IL39 facilities
8.6
Tamms, IL11 facilities
8.6
Ullin, IL10 facilities

Review subcategories for Pulaski 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 79 reviews of 39 Pulaski assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Pulaski 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.
Pulaski, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.4
4.1
Friendliness
4.5
4.2
Care services
4.4
3.8
Staff
4.4
4.0
Meals & dining
3.8
3.7
Activities
4.0
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.7
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Pulaski assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pulaski assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pulaski, 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 Pulaski 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 Pulaski that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Pulaski, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
23.1%
52.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
12.8%
33.8%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.9%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
92.3%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
43.6%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
15.4%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
92.3%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
46.2%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
48.7%
52.4%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Pulaski 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 Pulaski Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Pulaski, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
35.9%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.2%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
30.8%
41.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
15.4%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Pulaski 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 Pulaski partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pulaski, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
25.6%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
30.8%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
30.8%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
10.3%
36.2%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
5.1%
17.3%
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Availability of select dining options in Pulaski 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 Pulaski communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pulaski, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10.3%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
17.9%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
15.4%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pulaski 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 Pulaski offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pulaski, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
38.5%
46.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
17.9%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
25.6%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
41%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.2%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
43.6%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
41%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
17.9%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
23.1%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.5%
46.8%
Live performances
Live performances
43.6%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
10.3%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.1%
24.6%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.5%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Pulaski

Safety is a primary concern when seniors and their families look for assisted living. Each state has its own laws and inspection processes to help ensure seniors reside in a safe environment and receive quality care. Learning about Illinois assisted living regulations will help you understand how assisted living communities in Pulaski protect seniors.
Learn about Illinois assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

Frequently Asked Questions

Villas of Holly Brook Herrin, Country Place and Rivercrest Place Assisted Living are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Pulaski, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 47 assisted living facilities near Pulaski, Illinois. See the full list.
The best assisted living facility near you in Pulaski, Illinois is Villas of Holly Brook Herrin. This assisted living community received the highest ranking based on verified family reviews.
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