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10 Best Nursing Homes in Waterloo, IL

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If you’re considering moving your loved one into a Waterloo nursing home, our senior living advisors can help. The term “nursing home” is often used interchangeably with assisted living or other senior housing options; but a nursing home is a skilled nursing facility for individuals with serious, debilitating short- or long-term health issues. So even the best nursing homes in Waterloo, IL may not be right for seniors who don’t require round-the-clock care.

We can help you determine if a skilled nursing facility in Waterloo or another care type is right for you. Browse 11 senior living options near you to see the variety available, or contact us to learn more about elderly homes in Waterloo.

We are also serving Assisted Living facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like Wydown Skinker, Wydown Skinker and Skinker Debaliviere.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Saint Joe, Baldwin and Houston.

Nursing Homes Facilities near Waterloo, IL

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Photo of Cedarhurst of Waterloo
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We've had a positive experience overall. There are a few things we need to get straitened out, but in general, it's a good place. The staff are friendly. And my loved one is safe there, which is very...
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.
Cedarhurst of Waterloo, Illinois, is a premier assisted living community dedicated to exceptional care for seniors. Our wide range of amenities and services ensures comfort and enjoyment. With personalized care plans, medication assistance, and more, our compassionate staff meets individual...
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I love this place Garden Place in Waterloo. It is a fantastic place and everyone here loves it also. I have made many friends and participate in most of their activities like the bounce ball exercises,...
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.
Garden Place specializes in providing individual services to it's clients. There is no age restriction for apartments any of our communities. The services provided by Garden Place are not medical. The service that can be provided in apartments include but are not limited to: Light Housekeeping...
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My dad has been here for 6 months, he is very happy here... He has Dementia/Alzheimer's, it was a hard decision to make when we realized he couldn't live home alone any longer. Reflections made this...
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.
Reflections of Garden Place provides seniors with a caring assisted living community in Columbia, Monroe County, Illinois. This community offers memory care to those seniors who are looking for support. The city of Columbia offers a peaceful location for residents to call home, and guests will...
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The best thing about it is the care staff. They are exceptional, I couldn't ask for more. It's a sweet place with really good people. It's not showy, no big pools or fancy happy hours, but you can tell they...
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.
Garden Place specializes in providing individual services to it's clients. There is no age restriction for apartments any of our communities. We also offer short term and respite stays. The services provided by Garden Place are not medical. The service that can be provided in apartments include...
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Great place. Love everything about it. The center is clean, the food is good, and the staff is amazing. If you're looking for a center that will provide your love one with the care they deserve, I highly...
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.
Garden Place specializes in providing individual services to it's clients. There is no age restriction for apartments any of our communities. The services provided by Garden Place are not medical. The service that can be provided in apartments include but are not limited to: Light Housekeeping...
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Magnolia Terrace really offers the most for your money compared to other senior facilities in Monroe County. I'm comforted knowing there are certified nurse aides working 24 hours a day along with the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, 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.
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.
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.
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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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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.
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.
The Bridges of Columbia offers the perfect mix of privacy,independance and community for people ready to live a more carefree lifestyle. With a comprehensive list of services and ammenities that are included in your monthly rent, we take the headaches of home ownership away so you can focus on...
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Cost of nursing homes in Waterloo, IL

The average cost of senior living in Waterloo is $4,963 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Prairie du Rocher, IL with an average of $3,933 per month.

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Waterloo, IL vs. nearby cities

Waterloo, IL
$4,963/mo
$4,996/mo
$4,928/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Waterloo, IL vs. the state and national average

Waterloo, IL
$4,963/mo
U.S. national average
$4,761/mo

Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Waterloo vs. other types of senior living

$4,932/mo
Nursing Homes
$4,963/mo

Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Waterloo, IL by room type

Semi-Private
$7,500/mo
Studio
$3,930/mo
1 Bedroom
$5,235/mo
2 Bedroom
$5,330/mo

Average cost of Nursing Homes in Waterloo over time

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What families are saying about nursing homes in Waterloo

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Waterloo

The Quarters at Des Peres

4.7
Well I will tell you placing my young mom 70 years of age in a nursing home was a horrifying decision. We started in rahab which was great & then transitioned to skilled nursing home. We were drawn to the Quarters because of cleanliness & staff. We were sooooo lucky we landed there. My mom just ...
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Pine Valley Assisted Living in Arnold, MO

4.0
Our parents are happy there for the most part, especially our mother. We were looking at another community, but we chose Pine Valley because we felt like they were more established, we felt like they really knew what they were doing. They showed us really nice rooms and we were able to get two ...
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Waterloo nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Waterloo nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Waterloo, 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 Waterloo nursing homes

Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Waterloo 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
11.1%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
11.1%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88.9%
25.9%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
88.9%
26.5%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
55.6%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
33.3%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.9%
22.7%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
44.4%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
44.4%
17.2%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Waterloo nursing homes

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 Waterloo Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Waterloo, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
22.2%
3.8%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
33.3%
5.3%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Waterloo nursing homes

Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Waterloo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Waterloo, ILNational
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
11.1%
1.3%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Waterloo nursing homes

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Waterloo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Waterloo, ILNational
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
44.4%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
11.1%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
44.4%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
11.1%
0.4%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
11.1%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
11.1%
0.4%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
11.1%
0.4%
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There are 11 nursing homes facilities near Waterloo, Illinois. See the full list.

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