Heartis Peoria

Heartis Peoria is a senior living community designed for adults 55 and over, and it offers several levels of care, including assisted living, memory care, independent living, nursing homes, skilled nursing, and continuing care all in one place, which means residents can move between care types as their needs change without moving away from friends and familiar faces, and the staff there focus on creating personalized care plans so each person gets support they actually need, from help with daily tasks like meals, bathing, medication, dressing, and grooming, to more specialized nursing and wellness programs that fit individual health needs. The building features studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, including private units with full bathrooms, and there are also semi-private options and all-inclusive memory care apartments, all of which come fully furnished and decorated, and you can even keep a well-behaved pet. The facility has beautiful common areas like the Village Theatre and Chapel, model dining and living rooms, an art studio, and activity and game rooms, giving folks places to gather for meals, socialize with family or friends, or just pass the time however they like, and the community holds regular events, outings, and enrichment programs to keep people engaged and moving. For those with dementia or Alzheimer's, they offer a safe and secure area along with a Montessori-inspired SPARK program that focuses on individualized care and community inclusion, plus a strong focus on memory care needs. Residents can take part in wellness activities like group exercise, use the fitness center, spa, and walking paths, and take advantage of physical therapy on site if needed. The staff are trained and skilled, and there's a licensed nurse available 24/7, so someone can help with emergencies or health changes any time of day or night, and on top of that, they handle housekeeping, laundry, landscaping, apartment maintenance, and provide transportation for errands or appointments, so those everyday worries get taken off residents' plates. Dining includes chef-prepared meals, snacks, multiple dining rooms, a bistro, and a food and nutrition program centered on good ingredients, variety, and taste, and residents can gather in the community living and dining rooms or share meals with company. The whole building's got Wi-Fi, is handicap accessible, and features secure courtyards and outdoor spaces where folks can spend time outside, visit with a pet, or just enjoy a bit of fresh air. The overall focus is on promoting comfort, safety, and independence, with a goal to help seniors stay active, social, and cared for in a peaceful and inviting setting, and while there's a resident council, it's known to be ineffective, though the community continues to offer opportunities for connection, creative expression, and support through a wide mix of activities, amenities, and staff attention.