About Assisted LivingAssisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.Complete guide to assisted livingBest of 2025 Assisted Living Winners
About Memory CareMemory 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. Complete guide to memory careBest of 2025 Memory Care Winners
About Independent LivingIndependent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to independent livingBest of 2025 Independent Living Winners
About Senior LivingSenior living is a term used to describe various housing and care options for older adults from maintenance-free, 55+ facilities for active seniors, to secure, fully staffed facilities for seniors with Alzheimer's or dementia. Complete guide to senior livingFind senior living facilities near you
About Nursing HomesNursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.Complete guide to Nursing Homes
About Senior ApartmentsSenior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.Complete guide to Senior Apartments
About Care HomesResidential 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.Complete guide to care homes
Veteran ResourcesVA benefits for long-term care, such as Aid and Attendance benefits, can help eligible veterans and their surviving spouses pay for senior care.Guide to VA benefits for long-term care
Senior Living Home

NON -CHALLENGER h1 from CMS10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Mackinaw Dells, IL

Answer a few questions to get personalized results
Who are you searching for?

If you’re looking for assisted living in Mackinaw Dells, our local senior living advisors can help you find a safe, welcoming community for you or your loved one. Whether you’re searching for luxury assisted living in Mackinaw Dells or sticking to a budget, we’ll work with you to understand the cost of assisted living in Mackinaw Dells.

From there, we’ll show you the best assisted living communities in Mackinaw Dells for your family member’s budget, lifestyle, and personal care needs. With 11 assisted living facilities in the Mackinaw Dells area, A Place for Mom makes it easier to find a secure and social community for this next stage of life.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Wesley, Cloverdale and Highway Village.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Peoria, Bloomington and Pekin.

ShortCode tests:
top3CommunitiesWithLinks: Sugar Creek Alzheimer's Special Care Center, The Village at Mercy Creek and Snyder Village a CCRC
zipAveragecost: $4,460

Mackinaw Dells Assisted Living Facilities | 91 Reviews

Showing 10 communities
Last Updated: 11/22/25
Sort by
Filter by
Review Score
Distance
Amenities
Providers
Photo of Sugar Creek Alzheimer's Special Care CenterCommunity card badge
2323 Photos available
22 Floor plans available
9.9
Review score
40 reviews
9.9
Review score
40 reviews
5 star
79%
4 star
18%
3 star
0%
2 star
3%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Sugar Creek is a caring family oriented facility. The caring staff is always there for support for the resident as well as the family.
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.
Sugar Creek Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is located in Normal, a charming suburb of Bloomington, Illinois. The one-story community features an outdoor courtyard, cozy common spaces, and a homelike atmosphere. Just off interstates 55 and 74, residents enjoy easy access to shopping and dining...
See details
Photo of The Village at Mercy Creek
1414 Photos available
9.2
Review score
16 reviews
9.2
Review score
16 reviews
5 star
87%
4 star
13%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Food is delicious ??. Lots of change over in staff(I think common anywhere). Wonderful activity director. She works to keep all happy and include families. She has been there a real long time. It's real...
Provides: Assisted 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.
In 2018, Franciscan Ministries, sponsored by the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago, acquired a 60-acre senior living campus that was originally built and nurtured by 14 area Mennonite churches. Renamed The Village at Mercy Creek, it is now part of the Franciscan Communities, which has been providing...
See details
Photo of Snyder Village a CCRC
66 Photos available
8.0
Review score
5 reviews
8.0
Review score
5 reviews
5 star
80%
4 star
0%
3 star
20%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
I came here because of the recommendation from friends. I have not been here long enough to give an opinion on the value However, in the short time I have been here, I am very impressed with all the...
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.
Snyder Village is a non-profit, Christian community. We are committed to providing for the physical, emotional and spiritual needs of others in a loving, dignified, and Christian atmosphere. Located in a beautiful rural setting in Metamora, Illinois, Snyder Village offers a variety of living...
See details
Photo of Charter Senior Living of Washington
1212 Photos available
7.2
Review score
16 reviews
7.2
Review score
16 reviews
5 star
75%
4 star
13%
3 star
6%
2 star
0%
1 star
6%
See all reviews
The staff was excellent. Very caring people that really worked with their tenants. Food was good also I ate there a couple times myself with my sister. Wish she still could live there.
Provides: Assisted 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.
After more than a decade of solid experience as a residential community, Cedarhurst of Washington is recognized as a leader in senior services. Guided by dedicated staff and management, such a level of competence places Cedarhurst of Washington at the forefront of quality care for older adults...
See details
Photo of Villas of Holly Brook - Morton
3838 Photos available
5 star
49%
4 star
13%
3 star
0%
2 star
25%
1 star
13%
See all reviews
Everyone at Holly Brook takes such a good care of my father. The director, [name removed], was welcoming and helpful, and the head of nursing, [name removed], has gone above and beyond every step of the...
Provides: Assisted 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.
THE INDEPENDENCE YOU WANT ... THE DAILY ASSISTANCE YOU NEED. The Villas of Holly Brook is an Assisted Living Community that offers residents carefree, retirement living at its finest. We'll do it ALL! We'll cook, clean and do the laundry. We also take care of the lawn and remove snow and ice...
Photo of Reflections Memory Care - Washington
2323 Photos available
5 star
61%
4 star
13%
3 star
0%
2 star
13%
1 star
13%
See all reviews
This place is absolutely wonderful and the staff team here is just so kind. The facility is nice and close to my house so it adds convenience. When I first toured the property I noticed that it is very clean...
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.
Reflections Memory Care opened its doors in May 2014. Reflections is owned by The Villas of Holly Brook with its headquarters located in Charleston, IL. We specialize in focused care to seniors suffering from Dementia and other conditions under this umbrella causing memory loss. Our staff is...
Photo of Washington Villas of Holly Brook
44 Photos available
5 star
80%
4 star
0%
3 star
20%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
The facilities themselves were super incredibly clean which stood out to us right away on the tour and based on our experience so far with Washington Villas, we would definitely recommend to other...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Never before have elegance and value been so perfectly defined ina beautifully master planned Community. The Villas is committed to standards of excellence in design, construction, amenities, lifestyle, security and affordability.We are a place where every resident can live their life to the...
Photo of Evergreen Place Assisted Living
1010 Photos available
44 Floor plans available
7.0
Review score
24 reviews
7.0
Review score
24 reviews
5 star
58%
4 star
38%
3 star
4%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
Orientation given. Every one has gone d things to say about food. More after dinner activities needed. Apartment on small side and cleaning inconsistent Activities could be more varied Strict rules on...
Provides: Assisted 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.
Evergreen Place offers worry-free living, where independence thrives and compassionate care is always nearby. Our beautiful campus offers lovely assisted living services. We offer both long term stay options and short-term respite care. We welcome you to learn more and visit our community of...
See details
Photo of Apostolic Christian Home
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living, Nursing Homes
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.
Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Photo of Select Post Acute Care
5 star
0%
4 star
0%
3 star
0%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
See all reviews
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.
Inline cta image

Our free advisors can help

  • Compare local facilities
  • Determine care type
  • Schedule tours
  • Evaluate pricing

Cost of assisted living in Mackinaw Dells, IL

The average cost of senior living in Mackinaw Dells is $4,460 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Tremont, IL with an average of $3,990 per month.

Assisted living costs in Mackinaw Dells, IL, vs. nearby cities

Mackinaw Dells, IL
$4,460/mo
$4,420/mo

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

Mackinaw Dells, IL
$4,460/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in Mackinaw Dells, IL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,460/mo
$4,460/mo

Assisted living costs in Mackinaw Dells, IL, by floor plan type

Studio
$3,368/mo
1 Bedroom
$3,756/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,496/mo

Senior living costs in Mackinaw Dells 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: Mackinaw Dells, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeMackinaw Dells, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$4,460/mo$5,149/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,460/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,467/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Mackinaw Dells, IL:$4,460/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Mackinaw Dells, IL:$4,460/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Mackinaw Dells, IL:$3,467/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

Assisted living costs in Mackinaw Dells, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly assisted living costs have shifted over the past five years in Mackinaw Dells 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.

Mackinaw Dells, ILIL stateNational

Assisted living cost trends in Mackinaw Dells, IL

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Mackinaw Dells 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
Mackinaw Dells, IL$3,787/mo$2,999/mo+26.3%
Illinois$5,132/mo$4,970/mo+3.3%
National$4,793/mo$4,573/mo+4.8%
Mackinaw Dells, IL
2024 average cost:$3,787/mo
2023 average cost:$2,999/mo
Percent change:+26.3%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$5,132/mo
2023 average cost:$4,970/mo
Percent change:+3.3%
National
2024 average cost:$4,793/mo
2023 average cost:$4,573/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.
Table showing 5 of 3 items. Click to show less.

Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Mackinaw Dells, 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 Mackinaw Dells.

What families are saying about assisted living in Mackinaw Dells

Recent reviews for assisted living in Mackinaw Dells

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 ...
Read more

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.

Mackinaw Dells assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Mackinaw Dells assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Mackinaw Dells, 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 Mackinaw Dells 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 Mackinaw Dells that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Mackinaw Dells, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
33.3%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
11.1%
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
77.8%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
66.7%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
66.7%
54.5%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%
*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Mackinaw Dells 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 Mackinaw Dells Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Mackinaw Dells, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
66.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
33.3%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
22.2%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
22.2%
14%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Mackinaw Dells 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 Mackinaw Dells partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Mackinaw Dells, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
44.4%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
44.4%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
44.4%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
44.4%
36%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select dining options in Mackinaw Dells 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 Mackinaw Dells communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Mackinaw Dells, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
22.2%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
55.6%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
44.4%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
11.1%
18.1%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

Availability of select programs and activities in Mackinaw Dells 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 Mackinaw Dells offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Mackinaw Dells, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
77.8%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
44.4%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
55.6%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
77.8%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
77.8%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
77.8%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
77.8%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
55.6%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
66.7%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
77.8%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
77.8%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
44.4%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
44.4%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
77.8%
46.3%
0.0%20.0%40.0%60.0%80.0%100%

State regulations for assisted living in Mackinaw Dells

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 Mackinaw Dells protect seniors.
Learn about Illinois assisted living regulationsDownload the Guide to Senior Living Licensure and Inspection Reports
Photo cta image

More questions?

Ask an A Place for Mom local advisor at no cost.

The information contained on this page is for informational purposes only and is not intended to constitute medical, legal or financial advice or create a professional relationship between A Place for Mom and the reader. Always seek the advice of your health care provider, attorney or financial advisor with respect to any particular matter, and do not act or refrain from acting on the basis of anything you have read on this site. Links to third-party websites are only for the convenience of the reader; A Place for Mom does not endorse the contents of the third-party sites.
Back to top