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9.6
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9.6
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My mother is a resident at Holly Brook in Effingham IL, the staff is very friendly and knowledgeable and caring . Everyone has worked very hard to make my mothers stay enjoyable. May God bless this facility...
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.
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8.0
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8.0
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It is great and yes we would recommend Brookstone Estates of Vandalia community to other families based on the experience so far.
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.
    Brookstone Estates was founded in 1996 because congregate care was hard to find in rural Southern Illinois. The creation of the first Brookstone community and subsequent quest for additional high quality senior care spawned a comfortable yet manageable 46-unit design that has...
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8.0
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Having my loved one at Brookstone gives me peace of mind knowing that they care cared for around the clock in a setting that is non institutional. Nursing staff monitor his medications and assist in...
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.
Brookstone Estates of Effingham! Where Senios Living is Perfected! With Studio, 1 and 2 bedroom options at this location we have something for everyone. Recently remodeled in the spring of 2014, Brookstone Estates of Effingham provides Independent Living and Supportive Living to the people of...
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My loved one seems to be really enjoying his dinning experience and the tasty meals they provide at this community. His studio apartment is always kept spotless as well as the rest of building. All of the...
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.
All Brookstone independent living communities are modern, attractive and impeccably maintained, offering gracious ambiance while meeting the unique needs of each individual resident. The facilities offer a full range of services and amenities for a single, all-inclusive, yet affordable price....
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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, 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.
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.
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.
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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.
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Cost of assisted living in St Peter, IL

The average cost of senior living in St Peter is $4,239 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Louisville, IL with an average of $3,818 per month.

Assisted living costs in St Peter, IL, vs. nearby cities

St Peter, IL
$4,239/mo
$4,239/mo
$4,617/mo

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

St Peter, IL
$4,239/mo
U.S. national average
$4,557/mo

Assisted living costs in St Peter, IL, vs. other senior living options

Assisted Living
$4,239/mo
$4,239/mo

Assisted living costs in St Peter, IL, by floor plan type

Studio
$4,370/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,264/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,881/mo

Senior living costs in St Peter 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: St Peter, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeSt Peter, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$4,239/mo$5,149/mo$4,557/mo
Memory Care$4,239/mo$5,166/mo$4,794/mo
Independent Living$3,935/mo$4,331/mo$4,016/mo
Assisted Living
St Peter, IL:$4,239/mo
Illinois:$5,149/mo
U.S.:$4,557/mo
Memory Care
St Peter, IL:$4,239/mo
Illinois:$5,166/mo
U.S.:$4,794/mo
Independent Living
St Peter, IL:$3,935/mo
Illinois:$4,331/mo
U.S.:$4,016/mo
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Assisted living costs in St Peter, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in St Peter 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
St Peter, IL$4,051/mo$3,800/mo+6.6%
Illinois$4,970/mo$4,983/mo-0.3%
National$4,537/mo$4,529/mo+0.2%
St Peter, IL
2024 average cost:$4,051/mo
2023 average cost:$3,800/mo
Percent change:+6.6%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$4,970/mo
2023 average cost:$4,983/mo
Percent change:-0.3%
National
2024 average cost:$4,537/mo
2023 average cost:$4,529/mo
Percent change:+0.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in St Peter, 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 St Peter.

What families are saying about assisted living in St Peter

Recent reviews for assisted living in St Peter

Heritage Woods of Flora

5.0
My wife and I love the family atmosphere here. We don’t have a lot of family and love that the family here have become our family.

Villas of Holly Brook Effingham

4.9
Large closet are nice, staff is wonderful. I like the garden club and enjoy all the community has to offer. I really like the new culinary staffs food. They are very accommodating.

Brookstone Estates of Effingham

5.0
The apartments are very clean and cozy. Well maintained, the staff is friendly and compassionate. Management is also hands on with residents and ensures they continue to thrive. They set a good tone with the employees which contribute to a good atmosphere.

St Peter review score based on 26 family reviews

8.5
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This proprietary review score is based on 26 reviews of 9 St Peter assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The St Peter 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

St Peter review score compared against nearby cities

8.5
St Peter, IL9 facilities
8.5
Farina, IL13 facilities
7.0
Kinmundy, IL10 facilities

Review subcategories for St Peter 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 26 reviews of 9 St Peter assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare St Peter 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.
St Peter, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.7
4.1
Friendliness
4.8
4.2
Care services
4.8
3.8
Staff
4.9
4.1
Meals & dining
4.4
3.7
Activities
4.0
3.7
Value for cost*
4.0
3.8
0.01.02.03.04.05.0
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St Peter assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in St Peter assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in St Peter, 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 St Peter 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 St Peter that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
St Peter, ILNational
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
33.3%
57.9%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
100%
99.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
22.2%
49.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
44.4%
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 St Peter 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 St Peter Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
33.3%
52%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in St Peter 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 St Peter partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
St Peter, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
22.2%
27.4%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
40.6%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
37.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
11.1%
36%
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Availability of select dining options in St Peter 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 St Peter communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
33.3%
42.6%
Room service
Room service
22.2%
36.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in St Peter 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 St Peter offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
St Peter, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
11.1%
46.8%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
11.1%
31.5%
Community service programs
Community service programs
11.1%
30.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
11.1%
50.7%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
44.4%
49.6%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.4%
53.5%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
22.2%
41.7%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
11.1%
34.6%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
38%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
44.4%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
44.4%
47.4%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
29.9%
Fitness center
Fitness center
11.1%
24.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
44.4%
46.3%
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State regulations for assisted living in St Peter

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