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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.
New Haven Assisted Living - PaducahNew Haven Assisted Living is a resident’s home away from home, nestled in the cozy city of Paducah, Kentucky. The area is dotted with natural parks and stands at the confluence of the Ohio and Tennessee River. Bob Noble Park, located less than half a mile 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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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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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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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...
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.
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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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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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
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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...
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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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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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.

Cost of assisted living in Pulaski County, IL

The average cost of senior living in Pulaski County is $4,007 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Vienna, IL with an average of $3,418 per month.

Assisted living costs in Pulaski County, IL, vs. nearby counties

Pulaski County, IL
$4,007/mo
$3,950/mo
$3,853/mo

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

Pulaski County, IL
$4,007/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

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

Assisted Living
$4,007/mo
$4,007/mo

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

Semi-Private
$3,553/mo
Studio
$4,378/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,591/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,313/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$3,200/mo

Senior living costs in Pulaski County 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 County, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typePulaski County, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$4,007/mo$5,149/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,007/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$2,677/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
Pulaski County, IL:$4,007/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
Pulaski County, IL:$4,007/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
Pulaski County, IL:$2,677/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in Pulaski County, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Pulaski County 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
Pulaski County, IL$4,122/mo$4,221/mo-2.3%
Illinois$5,344/mo$5,044/mo+5.9%
National$4,976/mo$4,668/mo+6.6%
Pulaski County, IL
2024 average cost:$4,122/mo
2023 average cost:$4,221/mo
Percent change:-2.3%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$5,344/mo
2023 average cost:$5,044/mo
Percent change:+5.9%
National
2024 average cost:$4,976/mo
2023 average cost:$4,668/mo
Percent change:+6.6%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Pulaski County, 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 County.

What families are saying about assisted living in Pulaski County

Recent reviews for assisted living in Pulaski County

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!

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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Pulaski County review score based on 81 family reviews

8.2
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This proprietary review score is based on 81 reviews of 42 Pulaski County assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Pulaski County 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 County review score compared against nearby cities

8.2
Pulaski County, IL42 facilities
8.2
Olmsted, IL50 facilities
8.3
Pulaski, IL51 facilities

Review subcategories for Pulaski County 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 81 reviews of 42 Pulaski County assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Pulaski County 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 County, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.1
Friendliness
4.5
4.2
Care services
4.4
3.8
Staff
4.4
4.1
Meals & dining
3.9
3.7
Activities
4.0
3.7
Value for cost*
3.9
3.8
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Pulaski County assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Pulaski County assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Pulaski County, 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 County 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 County 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
26.2%
53.2%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
9.5%
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
40.5%
57.9%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
9.5%
30.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
97.6%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
42.9%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
45.2%
54.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Pulaski County 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 County Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Pulaski County, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
35.7%
52%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
28.6%
32.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
31%
42.1%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
16.7%
14%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Pulaski County 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 County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Pulaski County, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
26.2%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.6%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
31%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
9.5%
36%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
4.8%
13.4%
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Availability of select dining options in Pulaski County 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 County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Pulaski County, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
11.9%
31.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
31%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
19%
36.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
21.4%
18.1%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Pulaski County 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 County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Pulaski County, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
33.3%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.3%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
19%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
38.1%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
42.9%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
42.9%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
35.7%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
21.4%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21.4%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
38.1%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
42.9%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
21.4%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
38.1%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in Pulaski County

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