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From our initial contact to admissions HEARTIS staff have been caring and kind. Brandon their director has been accommodating and a trusted resource as we navigated care for our loved one. We've only had my...
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.
At Heartis Village, we have a unique perspective of senior living that not only changes minds. It changes lives!Heartis Village offers apartments for both Assisted Living and Memory Care. Right outside a resident’s door is a world of possibility, with a variety of community amenities. All-day...
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I cannot say enough good about Bickford house. It is absolutely amazing. The staff is so attentive extremely clean. Food is delicious. Price is exceptionally reasonable for the facility.
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.
There's a reason Bickford stands out in the world of senior living. Our focus? Ensuring your loved one feels at home, with delicious meals straight from our scratch kitchen, a roster of engaging activities, and the constant company of our devoted caregivers. But that's not all. Our HigherPath...
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Very happy right now. We are about 6 weeks into this and my kids and I feel we made the right decision. I'm here everyday, so I get to observe a lot...so far all good. Hard to put all in a text, but nurses...
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.
Our Sinceri Senior Living-exclusive Meaningful Moments memory care programming offers countless opportunities for residents to create new memories, maximize their independence, and enjoy enriching activities. By connecting with each resident and their families, we learn their history, interests,...
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Overall I think it's going pretty well. There are a reasonable variety of things going on. She doesn't seem to like the food, but we have eaten it and it seems okay. I think you get your moneys worth here, I...
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.
Looking for a great place for Mom or Dad? Look no further! St. Francis Woods is a very unique home for seniors. We sit on 10 lovely acres with plenty of trees and wildlife to make you smile. Come sit in our large, inviting sunroom and watch the flurry of adorable activity in our aviary or just...
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My mother moved into Courtyard during Covid, and the staff and care she received while there was excellent. She was not overly thrilled to be leaving her home after 50+ years, but the move was necessary, and...
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
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.
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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.
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.
Courtyard Estates of Galva is a beautiful, well-maintained assisted living community located in Galva, Illinois. Our modern community is within minutes of all of Peoria's numerous shopping and entertainment options. Our residents benefit from the impressive landscape, park-like setting, and...
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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.
At Bickford of Peoria we offer premiere Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care services to provide peace of mind if an unanticipated need arises. Our genuine intent is to create an environment that gives expression to personal choice and the fullest expression of assistance comes...
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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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Cost of assisted living in Laura, IL

The average cost of senior living in Laura is $4,114 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include La Fayette, IL with an average of $2,904 per month.

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

Laura, IL
$4,114/mo
$4,132/mo

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

Laura, IL
$4,114/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,114/mo
$4,114/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,390/mo
Studio
$4,664/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,331/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,365/mo

Senior living costs in Laura 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: Laura, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeLaura, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$4,114/mo$5,149/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,114/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$2,763/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Laura, IL:$4,114/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Laura, IL:$4,114/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Laura, IL:$2,763/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Laura, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Laura 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
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Laura, IL$5,327/mo$5,285/mo+0.8%
Illinois$5,502/mo$5,344/mo+2.9%
National$5,262/mo$4,976/mo+5.7%
Laura, IL
2024 average cost:$5,327/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+0.8%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$5,502/mo
2023 average cost:$5,344/mo
Percent change:+2.9%
National
2024 average cost:$5,262/mo
2023 average cost:$4,976/mo
Percent change:+5.7%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Laura, 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 Laura.

What families are saying about assisted living in Laura

Recent reviews for assisted living in Laura

Evergreen Place and The Legacy Memory Care in Chillicothe, IL

4.6
After visiting Senior Living facilities in the surrounding areas my parents decided that Evergreen Senior Living would be the best for what they needed. I am so happy with the employees that work there. They are very friendly and help out when needed. The nurses are very dedicated to the ...
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Gateway at River City in Peoria, IL

5.0
I absolutely love it here at Gateway. There are lots of activities, food is good, most residents are real nice and easy to get along with. The staff is wonderful. I’m friends with many residents who are awesome. Definitely worth living here.

The Grand Regency in Peoria, IL

4.3
It was a good place for my mom. Overall experience is good loving staff and a good clean community. They kind of take you in like its your home.

Laura review score based on 32 family reviews

8.0
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This proprietary review score is based on 32 reviews of 10 Laura assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Laura 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

Laura review score compared against nearby cities

8.0
Laura, IL10 facilities
8.2
Williamsfield, IL17 facilities
8.5
Brimfield, IL8 facilities

Review subcategories for Laura 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 10 Laura assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Laura 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.
Laura, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
3.7
4.1
Friendliness
3.7
4.2
Care services
3.4
3.8
Staff
3.4
4.1
Meals & dining
3.3
3.7
Activities
3.3
3.7
Value for cost*
3.2
3.8
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Laura assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Laura assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Laura, 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 Laura 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 Laura 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
40%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
30%
34.1%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
100%
98.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
100%
99.4%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
50%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
10%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
30%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
40%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Laura 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 Laura Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Laura, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
30%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
20%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
40%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
20%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Laura 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 Laura partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Laura, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
10%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
10%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
10%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
20%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
10%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Laura 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 Laura communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Laura, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
10%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
10%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
10%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
20%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Laura 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 Laura offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Laura, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
20%
46.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
10%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
40%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
20%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
40%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
30%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
30%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
10%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
10%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
20%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
20%
29.9%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
20%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Laura

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