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I am a resident and I have to say the rooms, food, staff and the administrative executive are great. The food is fresh and dietary attempts to offer healthy foods. They try to comply with your individual...
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.
Prairie View Assisted living is located in picturesque Winnebago, Illinois. It is a village located in Winnebago County. It is a very small town, with a population of only over 3,000. The village has a total area of only 1.9 square miles. The beautiful green grass fields and the small town...
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Great maintenance and management. I love the activities and the way everyone always seems so willing to help. They genuinely seems to care. Just remodeled and everything is beautiful and always clean. It's...
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.
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There have been a few things that needed to be addressed, but The Grand Regency is receptive and responsive to concerns. I believe there's an adjustment period with any long term facility, where they need...
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.
The Apartments Designed to provide a secure and comfortable environment, the spacious studio apartments feel like home. Features include efficient kitchenettes with waist-height refrigerators/freezers and microwaves, full bathrooms, handicap accessible with individual showers. Furnishings are...
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They are very willing to make changes to care when requested or as necessary. Their activities person, [name removed], is very creative at coming up with ideas for keeping everyone active, especially for 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.
Wesley Willows, a not-for-profit organization, has been making a difference in the lives of seniors since 1966. The Rockford area's premier continuing-care retirement community, Wesley Willows, offers a full continuum of housing and services on one campus — duplex homes, independent living...
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I am very pleased with the way they have helped and continue to help my mom
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.
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Cost of assisted living in Winnebago, IL

The average cost of senior living in Winnebago is $5,604 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Ridott, IL with an average of $5,507 per month.

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

Winnebago, IL
$5,604/mo
U.S. national average
$5,830/mo

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

Assisted Living
$5,604/mo
$6,304/mo

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

Semi-Private
$4,099/mo
Studio
$4,697/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,216/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,293/mo

Senior living costs in Winnebago 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: Winnebago, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWinnebago, ILIllinoisU.S.
Assisted Living$5,604/mo$6,329/mo$5,830/mo
Memory Care$6,304/mo$7,681/mo$6,999/mo
Independent Living$3,489/mo$3,342/mo$3,520/mo
Assisted Living
Winnebago, IL:$5,604/mo
Illinois:$6,329/mo
U.S.:$5,830/mo
Memory Care
Winnebago, IL:$6,304/mo
Illinois:$7,681/mo
U.S.:$6,999/mo
Independent Living
Winnebago, IL:$3,489/mo
Illinois:$3,342/mo
U.S.:$3,520/mo
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Assisted living costs in Winnebago, IL, over time

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

The table below shows how monthly assisted living costs in Winnebago 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 average 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
Winnebago, IL$5,637/mo$5,283/mo+6.7%
Illinois$5,730/mo$5,484/mo+4.5%
National$5,510/mo$5,285/mo+4.2%
Winnebago, IL
2024 average cost:$5,637/mo
2023 average cost:$5,283/mo
Percent change:+6.7%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$5,730/mo
2023 average cost:$5,484/mo
Percent change:+4.5%
National
2024 average cost:$5,510/mo
2023 average cost:$5,285/mo
Percent change:+4.2%
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Ways to pay for Assisted Living in Winnebago, 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 Winnebago.

What families are saying about assisted living in Winnebago

Recent reviews for assisted living in Winnebago

Heritage Woods of Belvidere

5.0
I am very content living at Heritage Woods. My apartment is very comfortable and convenient. The nurses and CNAs are very attentive and convenient. The food is good and I may also eat in my room if I so desire. There are activities every day. Also a small store 2 days a week.

Pa Peterson At The Citadel in Rockford, IL

5.0
we have my father here and could not be happier with his care.

The Atrium in Rockford, IL

5.0
My mom loves it at The Atrium. The nurses are so wonderful. My mom repeats stories all the time, and the staff listens to all her stories. The staff calls me and lets me know what is going on. My daughters have visited my mom and they have told me that she looks good. My siblings live ...
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Winnebago review score based on 641 family reviews

8.7
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This proprietary review score is based on 641 reviews of 18 Winnebago assisted living communities. All reviews were submitted in the past two years by verified community residents and family members.
The Winnebago 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

Winnebago review score compared against nearby cities

8.7
Winnebago, IL18 facilities
8.7
Belvidere, IL0 facilities
7.3
Rochelle, IL0 facilities

Review subcategories for Winnebago 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 641 reviews of 18 Winnebago assisted living communities. This chart helps you compare Winnebago 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.
Winnebago, IL averageNational average
Cleanliness
4.5
4.4
Friendliness
4.5
4.5
Care services
4.3
4.3
Staff
4.5
4.6
Meals & dining
4.3
4.2
Activities
4.4
4.3
Value for cost*
4.3
4.2
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Winnebago assisted living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Winnebago assisted living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Winnebago, 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 Winnebago 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 Winnebago that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Winnebago, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
55.7%
45.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
39.6%
29.5%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
94.3%
91.5%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
94.3%
93.1%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
75.1%
49.3%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
23.5%
26.1%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
93.7%
91.1%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
47.3%
41.1%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.2%
45.8%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Winnebago 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 Winnebago Assisted Living partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Winnebago, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
67.5%
44.4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
26.2%
28.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
45.5%
35.6%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
8.2%
11.9%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Winnebago 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 Winnebago partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Winnebago, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
48.4%
23.7%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
32.3%
35.5%
No sugar
No sugar
34.6%
32.5%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
43.4%
31.7%
Pureed meals
Pureed meals
18.9%
15.9%
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Availability of select dining options in Winnebago 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 Winnebago communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Winnebago, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
25.9%
27.4%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
53.2%
36.8%
Room service
Room service
33.4%
32%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
9.8%
15.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Winnebago 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 Winnebago offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Winnebago, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
57.2%
40.2%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
37.3%
26.8%
Community service programs
Community service programs
37.7%
26.4%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
65.9%
43%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
58.7%
42.7%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
67.5%
45.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
52.4%
35.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
36.2%
31%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
47%
33%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
57.7%
40.5%
Live performances
Live performances
58.1%
40.7%
Dances
Dances
30.5%
26.6%
Fitness center
Fitness center
23.3%
21.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
57.2%
39.8%
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State regulations for assisted living in Winnebago

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