Eagle Ridge of Decatur

Eagle Ridge of Decatur sits in a two-story building with 113 studio and one-bedroom apartments, and each has a kitchenette, a private bathroom with a walk-in shower, and an emergency response system, which makes it feel private and safe, and folks here often comment on how spacious everything is, so there's room for walking and gathering in different parts of the community. The facility offers both assisted living and supportive living options, so help is always available for things like bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and managing medications, plus certified staff are on-duty 24 hours a day every day, which reassures families and residents alike, and the health team can provide nursing assessments, medication administration, and ongoing health monitoring. When it comes to daily life at Eagle Ridge, meals are provided three times a day in a big dining area, and staff take care of laundry, linens, and housekeeping, so residents can focus on social programs, games, movies, or just chatting in the library or recreation room. The amenities include an arts and crafts area, a gym, television lounge, activity room, beauty and barber shop with on-site haircuts, a country store, common areas with cable and internet, free high-speed WiFi, scheduled transportation, and on-site parking for both guests and residents. Residents can use computer areas, play games during puzzle club meetings, attend church services, enjoy the gardens and patios, and even join in for game nights and community outings, which are scheduled to help everyone stay connected and active, and there's good attention to mental and social health with a calendar of events shaped to resident interests. There's a memory care program for folks living with Alzheimer's and dementia, as well as therapies like physical, occupational, speech therapy, and podiatry services, plus hospice support for those who need it. Pet owners will be glad to know some pets are allowed. The building is accessible and has dedicated recreation spaces, a convenience store, an exercise room, and a safe environment for older adults looking for independence and support, since the whole community is licensed by the state and managed by Gardant Management Solutions out of Kankakee, Illinois. Eagle Ridge of Decatur has a financial assistance program so more people can afford to live here, including those who might need support to stay independent but don't want a nursing home setting, and the staff takes pride in providing care with dignity, compassion, and respect. All-inclusive pricing means meals, utilities, housekeeping, laundry, and activities are bundled together. Folks aged 65 and older are welcome, and the community is open to residents of different income levels. Eagle Ridge received the 2021 Bronze Quality Award from the American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living and was called "A Great Place to Work" in 2023. The facility encourages social engagement, independence, and personal choice, giving folks a place to live safely without giving up comfort or daily routines, and staff is always open for questions, room services, or planning visits for anyone interested in moving in or just learning more.