Pricing ranges from
    $4,086 – 4,903/month

    Simple Blessings Senior Living

    1511 N Bigelow St, Peoria, IL, 61604
    4.8 · 27 reviews
    • Independent living
    • Assisted living
    AnonymousCurrent/former resident
    5.0

    Bright spacious home-like caring community

    I toured and stayed overnight and was impressed - bright, spacious apartments and spotless, well-maintained common areas that feel truly home-like. The staff are warm, professional and attentive; their care exceeded my expectations and made me feel safe and welcome. Dining is excellent (elderly-friendly with vegan options, snacks and guest meals), and there are daily activities, gardens, a porch and game/tech spaces that keep residents engaged. Affordable and convenient with good Wi-Fi, transportation and flexible visiting - I highly recommend it.

    Pricing

    $4,086+/moSemi-privateAssisted Living
    $4,903+/mo1 BedroomAssisted Living

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    Amenities

    Healthcare services

    • Activities of daily living assistance
    • Assistance with bathing
    • Assistance with dressing
    • Assistance with transfers
    • Coordination with health care providers
    • Medication management

    Healthcare staffing

    • 24-hour supervision

    Meals and dining

    • Diabetes diet
    • Meal preparation and service
    • Special dietary restrictions

    Room

    • Cable
    • Fully furnished
    • Housekeeping and linen services
    • Telephone
    • Wifi

    Transportation

    • Transportation arrangement (medical)
    • Transportation to doctors appointments

    Community services

    • Move-in coordination

    Activities

    • Community-sponsored activities
    • Scheduled daily activities

    4.78 · 27 reviews

    Overall rating

    1. 5
    2. 4
    3. 3
    4. 2
    5. 1
    • Care

      5.0
    • Staff

      4.9
    • Meals

      4.8
    • Amenities

      4.6
    • Value

      4.7

    Pros

    • Lively, welcoming atmosphere
    • Clean and well-maintained facility
    • Well-ventilated, bright rooms and renovations
    • Spacious apartments and roomy common areas
    • Private park and beautifully maintained grounds
    • Multiple outdoor spaces (garden, patio, lawn, porch with swing)
    • Numerous indoor amenities (game room, activity rooms, tech space)
    • Good Wi‑Fi and cable television coverage
    • Hospitable, caring, and attentive staff
    • Well-trained and professional caregiving team
    • Approachable management and singled-out outstanding manager (Angie)
    • Engaging, varied activities (horticulture, gardening, fitness, yoga, group exercise)
    • Delicious, home-style and elderly-friendly dining
    • Special-diet options including vegan choices
    • Available snacks, beverages, café and guest meals
    • Weekly housekeeping
    • Overnight stays allowed for relatives and flexible visiting hours
    • Safe, family-oriented independent living environment
    • Helpful and informative tours
    • Easy transportation / convenient commuting
    • Accessible personal assistance and proper care
    • Vibrant, supportive social community and shared-hobby opportunities
    • Affordable pricing and inclusive offerings
    • Positive resident mood and high recommendations from visitors

    Cons

    • No significant negative aspects reported in reviews
    • A few visitors described the facility as 'overwhelming' during tours
    • Few or no comments about higher-acuity medical or memory-care services (limited information)

    Summary review

    Overall sentiment: Reviews of Simple Blessings Senior Living are overwhelmingly positive, with consistent praise across multiple areas including staff, environment, amenities, dining, activities, and management. Reviewers repeatedly describe the community as clean, bright, home-like, and safe. The overall impression conveyed is of an active independent-living community where residents enjoy both well-maintained indoor spaces and attractive outdoor grounds.

    Staff and management: A dominant theme is the quality and warmth of the staff. Reviewers repeatedly use descriptors such as hospitable, caring, attentive, professional, and well-trained. Management is highlighted as approachable and effective—one manager, Angie, is named specifically and singled out for outstanding performance. Tour experiences are noted as informative and hospitable, and the executive director is described as welcoming. Several reviews emphasize a family-oriented atmosphere and that staff exceeded expectations in providing personal assistance and compassionate care.

    Facilities and environment: The physical environment receives high marks. The facility is described as clean, orderly, and well-maintained with bright renovations and spacious apartments. Multiple common areas and community spaces are frequently mentioned, including game rooms, activity rooms, tech spaces, and many comfortable outdoor areas like a private park, garden, patio, lawn, and a porch with a swing. Grounds are often called beautiful, peaceful, and well-organized, contributing to a home-like and comfortable setting for residents and visitors alike.

    Living units and logistics: Apartments are noted as spacious and well-laid-out for seniors, often described as cozy yet roomy. Practical conveniences such as good Wi‑Fi/cable coverage and easy commuting/transportation options are mentioned. Operational details that reviewers appreciated include weekly housekeeping, flexible visiting hours, and the policy allowing overnight stays for relatives—features that support family involvement and visiting convenience.

    Dining and nutrition: Dining is a recurring strong point. Reviewers say meals are delicious, home-style, and tailored to elderly dietary needs. The dining program is praised for variety and quality, with explicit mention of vegan and other special-diet options. Additional food- and beverage-related amenities—snacks, a café, guest meals, and a pleasant dining atmosphere—are also noted, reinforcing a comfortable, hospitality-oriented dining experience.

    Activities and community life: Reviewers highlight a vibrant activity program with a range of options to support physical, social, and mental engagement. Reported activities include horticulture/gardening, fitness classes (yoga, group exercise), social clubs, and daily programming that residents seem to enjoy. Shared-hobby opportunities and multiple social spaces contribute to a lively, supportive community where seniors can build friendships and stay engaged.

    Value and recommendations: Affordability and inclusive offerings appear as strengths in several reviews, with some visitors saying everything is included and calling Simple Blessings their first choice. Many reviewers explicitly recommend the community and report that residents (or family members) are happy and satisfied. Positive vibes, cookie aroma, and home-like comforts are small but repeatedly mentioned details that reinforce overall satisfaction.

    Patterns, gaps, and caveats: The reviews are highly positive and show consistent themes, but there are a few patterns to note. A small number of visitors described the facility or the tour as “overwhelming” compared with other visits—this likely reflects personal responses to a large, active environment rather than a concrete shortcoming. Importantly, the available reviews focus primarily on independent living, social programming, and hospitality-level care; there are few or no comments about higher-acuity medical care, skilled nursing, or specialized memory-care services. Reviewers generally do not mention staffing ratios, waitlists, or detailed pricing structures, so those operational aspects remain less documented in the public comments. Finally, because the reviews are overwhelmingly favorable, potential residents or families should still request specifics on clinical services, staffing levels, contract terms, and costs during a tour or intake process to ensure the community meets any particular medical or care needs.

    Bottom line: Simple Blessings Senior Living is repeatedly portrayed as a clean, friendly, and well-managed independent-living community with strong dining, engaging activities, attractive grounds, and attentive staff. Reviewers frequently recommend the community, citing its welcoming atmosphere, spacious living options, and helpful management. Prospective residents should feel encouraged by the consistent positive feedback while clarifying any care-level or operational questions that are not directly addressed in the reviews.

    Location

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    About Simple Blessings Senior Living

    Simple Blessings Senior Living offers several care options for seniors, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, and continuing care. The community tailors its support to meet each resident's needs, with different services like personalized care plans, help with daily activities, medication management, meals, and personal care for those who need it. There's memory care for seniors with Alzheimer's and dementia that includes 24-hour support, memory-enhancing activities, and a secure environment for safety. Skilled nursing is available too, with medical care, rehabilitation, wound care, and comprehensive nursing services for people with more complex needs. Simple Blessings Senior Living includes board and care homes where small groups of residents get daily attention in a quiet setting, and it has both private and semi-private rooms. Seniors can enjoy a maintenance-free lifestyle with resort-style amenities, social activities, and optional help for those who still want to maintain independence. The community focuses on comfort, independence, and social engagement, and it supports a vibrant and safe environment for seniors. There's a dedicated Veterans' Retirement Home included in the larger community. Care is always focused on respect, quality, and personalization to support each resident's well-being and daily life.

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