Buehler Home
Assisted Living · Peoria, IL

Overview of Buehler Home

Buehler Home is a not-for-profit life plan community in Peoria, IL, that offers a wide range of care, including independent living, assisted living, skilled care, and rehabilitation therapy. The community also features thoughtfully designed one- and two-bedroom apartments in a lively and welcoming environment, ensuring older adults can feel at home during their stay. With restaurant-style dining, a 24-hour security and emergency call system, and weekly household services, residents are guaranteed a worry-free living. Through a holistic approach to care, residents receive the utmost attention and care dedicated to their whole being.

Arts and crafts, billiards, and card games are just some of the activities that residents can participate in to learn new hobbies and have fun. A movie theater, an aquatic center, and beautiful gardens allow residents to interact with friends and move around. Located near restaurants, shops, leisure sites, and public transportation in Peoria, the community ensures accessibility and convenience. This life plan community has exceptional standards of care dedicated to older adults’ welfare, making it a great choice for senior living in Illinois.

(309) 685-6236
Walk Score
Walk Score: 53 / 100 Rank #299 / 648Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 299th out of 648 homes in Illinois. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Illinois SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMr. Rich Amberg, Chief Executive Officer

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Amenities & Lifestyle

Specific ProgramsHome Care, Health Care
Operating HoursMonday-Sunday: 9am-5pm

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 680 / 700 / 930 / 1,050 / 1,200 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: 3-story

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Address 3.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Peoria's city center to Buehler Home's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.76 miles to nearest hospital (OSF Medical Group - Pediatrics)

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Assisted Living in Illinois

Buehler Home is located in Peoria, Illinois.
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Community Care Program

Illinois CCP

Age 60+
General Illinois resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,215/month individual
Asset Limits $17,500 individual, excludes home, car
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High demand in urban areas; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/day) Adult day services ($65/day) Emergency home response systems ($30/month)

Illinois Respite Program

IL Respite (via NFCSP)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Illinois resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
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Limited slots; urban/rural balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$65/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Supportive Living Program (SLP)

Illinois Medicaid Supportive Living Program

Age 65+ or 22-64 with disability
General Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs moderate assistance (not nursing home-level).
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
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~200 SLP sites statewide; room/board not covered.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, mobility) Meals Housekeeping Medication management Respite (~240 hours/year)

Persons Who Are Elderly Waiver

Illinois Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+
General Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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Part of HealthChoice Illinois; consumer-directed options available.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., dressing, eating) Homemaker Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Home mods ($1,000 avg.)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Illinois Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Illinois resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
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Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Illinois Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Illinois resident, in approved facility, SSI recipient or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
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~$50-$500/month based on facility type.

Benefits
Cash (~$50-$500/month) for room/board in personal care homes or SLFs

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Illinois VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Illinois resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
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High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about Buehler Home

What neighborhood is Buehler Home in?

Buehler Home is in the North Sheridan Road neighborhood of Peoria.

Is Buehler Home in a walkable area?

Buehler Home has a walk score of 53. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

Are there photos of Buehler Home?

Yes — there are 5 photos of Buehler Home in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the phone number of Buehler Home?

(309) 685-6236 will put you in contact with the team at Buehler Home.

Is Buehler Home Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Buehler Home is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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