Brookstone Estates of Charleston sits in a quiet, rural part of Illinois, close to churches, a fire station, and places like Taco Bell and Starbucks within a mile, which makes outings easy if anyone wants a change of scenery, and the health care providers nearby, like Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center, come in handy when medical help is needed. The community has private suites, studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments, each with full kitchens, and some are wired for cable or have semi-private options; the apartments let people keep their independence, and there's always help nearby if someone needs it. Adults 55 and up can move in, and some pets are welcome, so people can bring a friend along.
Brookstone Estates of Charleston offers different levels of care, like independent living for people who want a maintenance-free life, assisted living for seniors who need help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication management, and memory care for those with Alzheimer's or other kinds of dementia, where the team aims to keep life calm and stop wandering. Families can also turn to home care services with trained aides, so loved ones have options if staying at home with some help feels like the right step. Pricing here starts at $1,925 per month, which is lower than average in Charleston.
The place has its own onsite therapy department and a staff who stick around day and night, offering personal care plans and making sure support fits what each resident needs. The nursing staff works about 12-16 hours daily, and there's medication management, hospice waiver, and mental wellness programs. Residents enjoy Dining for Wellness™, a dining program that brings fresh, seasonal meals three times a day, as well as Wellness Everyday™ programs every day of the week to keep minds and bodies active. The dining room looks like a community gathering spot, plus there's a private dining room for special meals. Wi-Fi reaches across the community, and there's an emergency response system in place for security and peace of mind.
Brookstone Estates tries to give the place a home-like feeling, and you'll see a garden area with a fenced-in space that looks like someone's own backyard, while inside, rooms and halls are designed so everyone can find their way around easily. Activities keep things lively-game nights, story time, musical group, social gatherings, and daily outings; residents run some of the activities, and move-in coordination helps people settle in when they're new. There's a recreation room, a courtyard for fresh air, scheduled transportation for shopping or doctor's visits, as well as help with non-medical rides, and parking for both residents and guests.
Everyday life at Brookstone Estates covers housekeeping and linen changes, laundry and dry-cleaning, religious services, haircuts and barber visits, and physical therapy onsite. Amenities include a beauty salon, community dining, offsite activities, and features like high-speed internet, which keeps people connected. Residents and their families get guidance with caregiving, and the focus stays on treating everyone as individuals with unique needs and stories. The community has picked up awards for outstanding care, engaging activities, and friendliness, which says a lot about the kind of place people find when they move in. Brookstone Estates of Charleston doesn't feel rushed or fancy-it's a simple, well-run place where folks can stay as independent as they want, get help when needed, and get to know neighbors, staff, and family in a steady, friendly setting.
