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6 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Shaws, IL

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Assisted living costs in Shaws average about $4,900 per month. To find the best assisted living options for your needs and budget, browse through 6 communities in Shaws. Our detailed directory has 20 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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Photo of The Meadows of Franklin Grove
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My father tells me frequently that everyone at the Meadows is so nice to him and that they take good care of him! Clean, organized and well cared for facility. The staff is truly wonderful!!! Concerns are...
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.
The Meadows of Franklin Grove Assisted Living Community understands how important it is for our residents to maintain their independence and identity; while still receiving the assistance, they need. The Meadows is tailored to seniors who would like to continue their independent lifestyle without...
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It felt very homey. Everyone was friendly. Dad and I were invited to have lunch there. Everything is on one floor. Always care givers around. Other places were nice but felt like I was in a hotel. He...
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.
Experience Award Winning Senior Living with 5-Star Resort Hospitality at the Areas Most Affordable Prices. Liberty Court of Dixon provides all these with a warm and personal touch. Be our guest at one of the Illinois finest Assisted Living communities and enjoy quality food, friends, and...
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Our mother has flourished under the care she has received at Avonlea. Mom has a lot of needs—loss of memory, breathing difficulties, broken hip—but has received patient and always loving care from the staff...
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.
Shepherd Premier Senior Living is a loving home for Alzheimer’s/Dementia Residents serving up to 20 people in a home-like setting. The living room, dining room, and kitchen are all open to each other, just like home, and the sounds of cooking and cleaning, and smells of supper in the oven and...
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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.
Welcome to San Gabriel Assisted Living, Rochelle, Ogle County, Illinois. San Gabriel continues the near 20-year Goldenoak tradition of providing outstanding assisted living services in an elegant, yet home-like environment. Our 46-unit apartment facility will offer the ideal senior living setting...
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I’ve lived here since October 2016, on the Indepent side I moved from Missouri to be near my daughter in Mendota. The majority of residents ate from LaSalle and Lee counties in Illinois, andthey all are very...
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.
Mendota Retirement Community is an assisted living community located in Mendota, Illinois. Located minutes from the center of town, our assisted and independent living community provides easy access for families while providing a peaceful setting for our residents. You'll enjoy our beautiful...
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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.
Prairie Crossing Supportive Living offers an innovative approach to assisted living housing for seniors ages 65 and older of all income levels. Our community combines apartment-style home with personal care, and the availability of 24 hour support staff. We understand how important it is for our...
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Cost of assisted living in Shaws, IL

The average cost of senior living in Shaws is $4,900 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Harmon, IL with an average of $4,516 per month.

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

Shaws, IL
$4,900/mo
$4,634/mo

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

Shaws, IL
$4,900/mo
U.S. national average
$4,697/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,900/mo
$4,900/mo

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

Studio
$4,315/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,754/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,883/mo

Senior living costs in Shaws 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: Shaws, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeShaws, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$4,900/mo$5,370/mo$4,697/mo
Memory Care$4,900/mo$5,390/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living$3,986/mo$4,452/mo$4,152/mo
Assisted Living
Shaws, IL:$4,900/mo
Illinois:$5,370/mo
U.S.:$4,697/mo
Memory Care
Shaws, IL:$4,900/mo
Illinois:$5,390/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
Independent Living
Shaws, IL:$3,986/mo
Illinois:$4,452/mo
U.S.:$4,152/mo
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Assisted living costs in Shaws, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Shaws 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
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Shaws, IL$5,235/mo$4,186/mo+25.1%
Illinois$5,105/mo$5,053/mo+1.0%
National$4,590/mo$4,637/mo-1.0%
Shaws, IL
2024 average cost:$5,235/mo
2023 average cost:$4,186/mo
Percent change:+25.1%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$5,105/mo
2023 average cost:$5,053/mo
Percent change:+1.0%
National
2024 average cost:$4,590/mo
2023 average cost:$4,637/mo
Percent change:-1.0%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Shaws, 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 Shaws.

What families are saying about assisted living in Shaws

Recent reviews for assisted living in Shaws

Shepherd Premier Senior Living in Sterling, IL

5.0
I have a family member that lives at Avonlea of Sterling and she loves it. Its very 'home-like', when having dinner (the food is amazing) it's like sitting at your kitchen table at home. When visiting all the staff says hello and are very friendly. They are attentive to the seniors that live ...
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The Meadows of Franklin Grove

5.0
My In laws moved into the facility six years ago-mother in law passed away after six months but my father in law is still a resident. The Meadows is great - they take care of all of his needs. Staff is very caring and helpful. Highly recommend The Meadows - staff is excellent and father in law ...
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Better Living at Liberty Court in Dixon, IL

5.0
I like the fact that it is a smaller facility. Liberty Court feels homey and welcoming. So far the staff has been attentive, always know who I am coming to see. Dad tells me all the people are nice. We had a larger group in for his birthday, they had a dining room reserved. I am happy with ...
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Shaws assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Shaws assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Shaws, 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 Shaws 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 Shaws that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Shaws, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
66.7%
52.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
66.7%
33.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
96.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
97.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
100%
56.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
83.3%
30%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
96.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
100%
47.6%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
83.3%
52.4%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Shaws 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 Shaws Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Shaws, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
50%
51.3%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
32.5%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
41%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
13.7%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Shaws 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 Shaws 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
83.3%
27.2%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
50%
40.9%
No sugar
No sugar
50%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
36.1%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
16.7%
17.2%
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Availability of select dining options in Shaws 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 Shaws communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
16.7%
31.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
83.3%
42.3%
Room service
Room service
50%
36.7%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
18%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Shaws 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 Shaws offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Shaws, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
100%
46.3%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
33.3%
31%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
66.7%
49.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
66.7%
49.3%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
83.3%
52.3%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
100%
41.3%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
66.7%
35.4%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
50%
38.1%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
100%
46.7%
Live performances
Live performances
83.3%
46.9%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
30.5%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
24.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
100%
46%
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State regulations for assisted living in Shaws

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 Shaws protect seniors.
Learn about Illinois assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports

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The Meadows of Franklin Grove, Better Living at Liberty Court and Shepherd Premier Memory Care of Dixon are the top-rated assisted living facilities near Shaws, Illinois. See full list of communities.
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