Benedictine Living Community-At The Shrine sits on 200 acres on the grounds of the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows in Belleville, Illinois, and has been caring for older adults since 1966, drawing upon a long Benedictine tradition that values hospitality, stewardship, respect, and justice, and what's nice about this place is that you can find independent living, assisted living, skilled nursing, memory care, palliative care, rehabilitation, respite care, hospice care, and adult day services all in one place so you don't have to make big moves if your needs change over time because you can just transition from one care level to another while staying on the familiar campus, and the apartments come in studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, or one-bedroom plus a den, all with full baths, kitchenettes, and features like Wi-Fi, cable TV, and personal temperature control, plus the utilities are included, including things like heat, electric, water, and trash, and there's on-site parking if you want it, but lots of residents don't need cars since scheduled transportation is available for shopping, outings, or medical appointments, and the community is pet-friendly for folks who want to bring an approved dog, cat, bird, or fish.
This community offers daily well-being checks, a 24/7 licensed nurse for assisted living, and emergency response staff always present, so if anything happens, help is nearby, and when you need help with light daily tasks-dressing, bathing, grooming, or medication-staff provide respectful care based on what you prefer, and there's even help with medical assistance and management, while for those recovering after surgery or illness, or needing long-term or memory care, the community has on-site physical therapy and rehabilitation services, plus home health and hospice care if that's required.
Meals here come in a restaurant-style setting three times a day, and housekeeping takes care of cleaning, vacuuming, and trash removal, usually once a week or more often for some needs, and laundry's done for you, so you don't have to fuss with that either, and there are many chances to join in social, spiritual, recreational, and educational programs right at home, from craft rooms and libraries to gardens and life enrichment activities, including daily Catholic Mass and weekly Protestant services, with spiritual care, pastoral offerings, and mass led by the bishop in residence who's part of the diocese leadership, plus all faiths are welcome.
Residents can invite guests to their apartments, spend time in community spaces, and enjoy community dining venues, all while surrounded by the peace and green space of the National Wildlife Refuge, and there's a focus on keeping people active, engaged, and connected, whether it's through social outings, shopping trips, or cultural events, and the community strives for a clean, comfortable environment where privacy and dignity matter, and where person-centered wellness plans aim to support each person's body, mind, and spirit. With over fifty years of experience, a 4.4 rating from dozens of reviews, and a strong faith-based background, Benedictine Living Community-At The Shrine offers many ways for older adults to get care, support, and a sense of belonging, all while allowing them to stay in one place if their needs change, and to take part in a large, welcoming community on a historic and scenic campus.
