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Brookstone Estates of Effingham

1101 N Maple St, Effingham, IL 62401

Senior assisted living at Brookstone Estates of Effingham offers residents the best of both worlds. All benefits of our...

Assisted LivingIndependent Living
$4,835
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Villas of Holly Brook - Effingham

904 W Evergreen Ave, Effingham, IL 62401

4.3(10 reviews)

"We put down a deposit in Villas of Holly Brook in Effingham, but my mom got so bad that we couldn't get her in there...

Assisted Living
$4,700
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The Glenwood Assisted Living of Effingham

101 E. Rickleman Ave, Effingham, IL 62401

4.6(3 reviews)

"My parents were welcomed and cared for by the staff here. This is a difficult stage in life with no perfect answers....

Assisted Living
$4,225
Villas of Holly Brook Newton

Villas of Holly Brook Newton

101 S. Gregory Drive, Newton, IL 62448

4.0(3 reviews)

"The Villas of Holly Brook Newton is very well-done. It's assisted living and the administrator is the one who gave me...

Assisted Living
$4,100
Villas of Holly Brook - Shelbyville

Villas of Holly Brook - Shelbyville

2201 West Main Street, Shelbyville, IL 62565

4.6(3 reviews)

"Villas of Holly Brook is a very nice place. Shelbyville is just a little farther away from where my mom grew up, but I'm...

Assisted Living
$4,500
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Brookstone Estates of Mattoon North

1920 Brookstone Ln, Mattoon, IL 61938

4.0(1 review)

"It looked nice. The layout was pretty much like all of them, the apartments were down the hallway. So there's not much...

Assisted Living
$5,100
Brookstone Suites of Effingham - CLOSED

Brookstone Suites of Effingham - CLOSED

505 W. Temple Avenue, Effingham, IL 62401

5.0(1 review)

"Our experience was a good experience. Everybody was very informative and pleasant. They're a wonderful community, and if...

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Fitzmanion

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of The Glenwood Assisted Living of Effingham

My parents were welcomed and cared for by the staff here. This is a difficult stage in life with no perfect answers. It is a difficult job to care for so many individuals each with their own...

Provider response

Thank you for your kind words. We’re honored to have cared for your parents during this important time

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Diane

I am/was a resident of this facility

Review of Villas of Holly Brook - Effingham

I moved into Villas of Holly Brook - Effingham. I like the location. It's very quiet here. We have an outside patio, and it's great. They have a beauty salon. They have a dining room that provides...

Provider response

Thank you for sharing your experience! We're so glad to hear you're enjoying the peaceful location, patio, and helpful amenities. It’s wonderful to know our team is making you feel cared for and...

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ElliesMom

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of Villas of Holly Brook - Effingham

They truly care about their residents. The food is wonderful. Our questions are always answered in a quick manner. The staff is very friendly and accommodating. They have awesome activities for...

Provider response

Thank you so much for your review!

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Effingham, IL and Nearby Cities

US

$4,000

Arcola

$3,900

Olney

$3,802

Effingham

$3,401

Charleston

$3,000

Paying for Assisted Living in Effingham

Assisted Living costs in Effingham start around $3,401 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Effingham and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Effingham

Medicaid programs are not available in Illinois to pay for the cost of services provided in assisted living establishments. An optional state supplement to Supplemental Security Income is available to residents to assist with room and board costs and family supplementation is permitted. 

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on ourAssisted Living in Illinois page.

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Effingham

Effingham and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Effingham, please visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Effingham

Effingham-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Illinois are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page for more information about these laws.

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