Caring.com offers a free service to help families find senior care and authentic reviews to help you in...
747 N Church Road, C-3, Elmhurst, IL, 60126
5.0
(11 reviews)
Wisdom care partners provided in home care for my elderly mother while she was being attended by hospice. All the staff that we interacted with was punctual, professional, attentive and kind. They were extremely patient with my mother who had difficu...
Pricing not available
327 Harrison Street, Oak Park, IL, 60304
5.0
(10 reviews)
ARIS provided their in home service to my father while he was receiving in home hospice care. Their level of professionalism and service helped my family during a crucial time in our lives. I don't know how we would have made it during this time peri...
Pricing not available
CARING STARS WINNER
1 East Superior St Suite 210, Chicago, IL, 60611
4.9
(10 reviews)
Pricing not available
880 Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL, 60611
4.8
(7 reviews)
Lumi has been providing medical care for me for over 20 years. I can not recommend her highly enough. ...
Pricing not available
115 S. Wilke Rd, Suite 201, Arlington Heights, IL, 60005
5.0
(5 reviews)
I called Smile & Love and received care from about 3 of their caregivers. They're very nice people and I'm well taken care of by them. I have them for 4 hours every morning. They usually take me to health clubs and teach me how to walk again. The car...
Pricing not available
8052 Monticello Ave , Ste E # 205 B, Skokie, IL, 60076
5.0
(5 reviews)
21K Home Care was very good. We had used them for a week. They were very loving and caring. They took good care of my cousin. They're here for four hours in the morning. They helped her get ready for the day. My cousin was very comfortable with them....
Pricing not available
Caring's Family Advisors are here to help you with questions about senior living and care options.
9944 S Roberts Suite 111 , Palos Hills, IL, 60465
5.0
(5 reviews)
We had a wonderful caretaker from Purple Spring Home Caregivers for my father. Purple Springs always answered the phone and immediately responded to any issues I had. A great company to work with!...
Pricing not available
1420 Renaissance Dr Suite 211, Park Ridge, IL, 60068
4.5
(10 reviews)
Pricing not available
7244 Benton Dr., Frankfort, IL, 60423
5.0
(4 reviews)
The daily caregiver Right Choice provided for my mom was a caring, thoughtful person, and kept my mom busy with activities that she enjoyed. My mom was able to stay in her home for several years because of this wonderful service....
Pricing not available
448 Sheridan Road, Highwood, IL, 60040
4.7
(7 reviews)
I used Traycee to furnish, for two years, a daytime caregiver for my wife, who was suffering from Frontotemporal dementia. The caregiver took excellent care of her, rather like a friend who was there to help rather than an employee. She was kept cl...
Pricing not available
7301 N Lincoln Ave, Lincolnwood, IL, 60712
5.0
(3 reviews)
I am a current client with BRC Access Care. I have been with this agency since April, 2010 until to this writing. I am very satisfied with them in delivering the right care for me. I am able to walk back again with the help of my committed caregivers...
Pricing not available
776 Illinois Rte 59 Suite 162 , Naperville, IL, 60540
5.0
(3 reviews)
Agency provided home based care following my shoulder surgery. I am very pleased with the service provided. Coordinator was very professional and efficient in providing me caregiver. My caregiver was very punctual, caring helpful and would volunteer...
Pricing not available
115 East Irving Park Rd Suite 760, Streamwood, IL, 60107
5.0
(3 reviews)
Heavenly helped me a lot with my mother. Their caregivers were always on time, they were kind and caring with my mom. The management was very responsive to my requests and helpful as well. I can only say positive things about Heavenly. ...
Pricing not available
415 West Golf Road, Suite 40, Arlington Heights, IL, 60005
4.6
(6 reviews)
We used Optimum Senior Care in the past for my mother in-law, but she already passed away so we don't need their services anymore. We were happy with them. Everything just worked out very good. Anna was always there whenever we want to talk to her or...
Pricing not available
2720 S River Rd,, Ste 116, Des Plaines, IL, 60018
4.6
(6 reviews)
I used the Angels for both parents they were everything you can ask for, they made you feel at ease and treated my parents like family. The office staff are very professional, helpful and responsive. I highly would recommend them to anyone hands down...
Pricing not available
2716 West Peterson Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60659
5.0
(2 reviews)
My mother has been a client of Custom Home Care for over a year. We tried two other agencies without success before finding Custom Home Care. We find the caregivers are much better and the management and responsiveness is superior with Custom Home Ca...
Pricing not available
4845 West Dempster Street, Skokie, IL, 60077
5.0
(2 reviews)
the care giver they have given my husband is an amazing young man dedicated, caring and nithing is to much for him to do. thank you for your service ...
Pricing not available
1165 N. Clark Street Suite #410, Chicago, IL, 60610
5.0
(2 reviews)
Alison from Senior Helpers has been assisting my Mom since April, 2012. She is kind, thoughtful, and has a great sense of humor. My Mom looks forward to seeing Alison and they have developed a very caring relationship. We know on a "Alison Day", Mo...
Pricing not available
77 N Wolf Road, Unit311, Northlake, IL, 60164
5.0
(2 reviews)
Meridian HomeCare has been exceptionally great to my mom. They have been there for her for all her needs. Thank you for being such a caregiver to my mom. ...
Pricing not available
2051 W Howard St, Ste A , Chicago, IL, 60645
5.0
(2 reviews)
Bernice is such a nice lady and truly cares for people. The owner is amazing and they take pride in what they do. ...
Pricing not available
Home care in Chicago has a median cost of $5,672 based on the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. This is $700 more than the national average, but only about $300 more than Illinois’ median monthly cost of $5,339. To the south in Kankakee, seniors pay less at $5,148 a month. The most costly home care average is in Danville, which averages $8,818. The most affordable costs are in Carbondale, which is over $1,000 cheaper than Chicago at $4,576.
Chicago
$5,672
Illinois
$5,339
The United States
$4,957
Carbondale
$4,576
Kankakee
$5,148
Danville
$8,818
Seniors and their families should evaluate care needs when choosing long-term care options. The average cost for home care of $5,672 increases to $5,720 if a family needs home health care, which includes licensed therapists or nurses who provide services in the home. Those with budget concerns may choose adult day health care, which averages $1,842 a month in Chicago. Assisted living care is $4,825. The most comprehensive level of care is nursing home care, averaging $6,996 a month for a semiprivate room.
Home Care
$5,672
Home Health Care
$5,720
Adult Day Health Care
$1,842
Assisted Living
$4,825
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$6,996
Given the high cost of in-home care, many people use one or more forms of financial assistance to cover the expenses. Below, we explain some of the most common sources of financial help for paying for in-home care. If none of these options are available to you, you can reach out to your Area Agency on Aging or Aging and Disability Resource Center to learn about local resources.
The City of Chicago has several services to help seniors stay as independent as possible in their homes, and many nonprofit organizations also help seniors in the Windy City. Families can contact these organizations and government agencies to access these programs using the table below.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago Senior Services | (312) 744-4016 | Chicago Senior Services operates a hotline seniors can call for help or advice. This organization also coordinates several programs for city seniors, including the Senior Health Insurance Program, insurance counseling, home-delivered meals and caregiver assistance programs. This agency manages several senior centers throughout the city. |
| Chicago Home-Delivered Meals Program | (312) 744-4016 | Chicago operates a robust home-delivered meal program that sends two complete meals to seniors every weekday, with the option of frozen meals for the weekend. These include ready-to-eat hot meals and cold or frozen meals to eat later. The program also offers vegetarian, kosher and puréed options. |
| DFSS Chore Program | (312) 744-4016 | The Department of Family and Support Services offers a free chore services program to Chicago seniors. They can request short-term chore help, such as light home care, laundry, grocery shopping or self-care services, or a one-time heavy-duty chore appointment for deep cleaning, moving furniture and help with clutter or packing. |
| Chicago Caregiver Respite Service | (312) 744-4016 | Families caring for an elderly loved one can use the Chicago Caregiver Respite Service for occasional respite care. This program sends a trained caregiver to provide care while the family caregiver gets a break. It also lets families temporarily place their loved one in a long-term care facility during these respite periods. |
Aging can be a difficult process, and loved ones may not always ask for help – often times it’s up to their family to evaluate their need for help around the house. While no two situations are exactly alike, this checklist can help you and your loved ones determine when it’s time to start the search for a home care provider.
If you’ve determined that your loved one needs the assistance of a care provider in their home, it may be time for a difficult conversation. Handled correctly, however, this process can bring a family together and ensure that everyone’s concerns are addressed. Use this PDF as a starting point to help the conversation stay as positive and productive as possible.
Home Care
Bonita C
5.0
Review of Norwood Seniors Network
They help the most by keeping her safe, socializing with her and exercising with her. I like that they have sent people who are good at what they do and like to socialize with her.
Home Care
Anonymous_1742203970
5.0
Review of Seniors Helping Seniors - Chicago Metro North
My caregivers help with the transportation. The agency does what they are supposed to, they help me. It is nice to work with people my age.
Home Care
nanct E
5.0
Review of Norwood Seniors Network
It is very helpful. I like that they do the follow-ups.
.png&w=256&q=75){kind=small}