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115 Susan Dr Unit G, Bloomington, IL, 61761
4.6
(337 reviews)
"I want to share my life saving story with you. My Pop is a Vietnam Veteran with 100% disability. I am his full time VA Care giver and his daughter. I am humbled by all of the great helpers who not only come in to help me with Pop but they also look..."
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1999 Wabash Avenue, Suite 202, Springfield, IL, 61704
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We contracted through Christine for a day a week for housekeeping, laundry, med trips, etc for my 94 year old dad who lives alone. Christine is great, keeping in touch with us whenever she felt my dad was having problems with anything. She even play..."
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122 Lincoln Place Ct Suite 202, Belleville, IL, 62704
4.0
(1 reviews)
"I got BARBERVoss for my mother because they offer 24-hour in-home care. The service just started, and at this time, it’s insufficient. The scheduling is fine, and they’re on time. The billing was explained. ..."
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2570 East Federal Drive, , Suite A, Decatur, IL, 62526
3.0
(1 reviews)
"The one reason we went with Alpha Care was because they have many caregivers. We actually like to have a few caregivers, but we found out that there are things when a caregiver can't be there and my mom can't be taking care of my dad alone for a long..."
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1190 E Pershing, Ste B, Decatur, IL, 62523
1.8
(6 reviews)
"We have been with Addus for like two or three months. They are just a professionally run operation. It's just like hiring anybody else I believe. I would recommend them. I am not sure, but they are so big that they seem to have some communication pro..."
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Monthly home care costs in Decatur are affordable compared to the Illinois state average. They’re also slightly lower than the national average of $4,957. Decatur shares similar monthly home care costs with several cities within a 15-mile distance, including Dalton City. Care costs in Decatur are slightly lower than in the state’s capital Springfield and significantly lower than in Chicago. Decatur has higher monthly home care costs than Mount Vernon. Below is a summary of Decatur’s monthly home care costs compared to other places.
Decatur
$4,767
Decatur
$5,339
The United States
$4,957
Dalton City
$4,767
Springfield
$5,100
Chicago
$5,672
Mount Vernon
$4,576
Decatur offers senior care options, including home care, home health care, assisted living and nursing home care. Monthly home health care services are over $200 higher than home care services, which are nonmedical in nature. Assisted living is the most affordable care option at $4,382 per month, over $300 less than the cost of home care. Nursing home care is one of the most expensive senior care options, costing over $1,600 more than monthly home care.
Home Care
$4,767
Home Health Care
$5,005
Assisted Living
$4,382
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$6,418
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.
Home care services are only one of the pieces needed for seniors to gracefully age in place. There are many services and programs that are low-cost or free, that enable seniors to enjoy an independent lifestyle in the comfort of their own home, such as help with home modifications, meal delivery services, and more. Below, we’ve compiled a few of the most helpful resources in Decatur:
| Resource | Contact | Address | Service |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Illinois Home Weatherization Program | (217) 788-4663 | 2870 N. Main St., Decatur, IL 62526 | This program helps eligible residents with services such as HVAC repair or replacement, water heater repair and insulating walls. Seniors need to meet certain income requirements and cannot earn more than 150% of the federal poverty line. The maximum amount awarded to complete weatherization work or repairs is $15,000 per qualifying home. |
| Community Care Program | (217) 423-6550 | 1221 East Condit Street, Decatur, Illinois 62521 | The Macon County Health Department provides those who qualify with Comprehensive Care Coordination, a community program geared toward further supporting the independence of Decatur seniors. Unique, personalized care plans are developed for seniors during in-home assessments, and regular follow-up appointments are made to track progress. Residents must be 60 years old or more and reside in Macon County to receive support. |
| Meals on Wheels | (217) 422-6611 | 247 W. Prairie Street, Decatur, IL 62523 | Volunteers from Meals on Wheels deliver nutritious food to homebound seniors in the Decatur area five days a week between the hours of 10:30 am to 12:30 pm. Special care is taken to prepare meals that are suitable for those suffering from heart health issues and diabetes. Meals on Wheels will accommodate special diets such as renal or low lactose as well. To qualify for assistance, Macon county residents must be at least 60 years of age and homebound. Some disabled residents under the age of 60 may also be eligible, granted they are receiving care through the department of rehabilitation services. Individuals are encouraged to contact Meals on Wheels over the phone to make a referral Monday through Friday between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm. |
| Decatur VA Clinic | (217) 362-54423 | 792 North Sunnyside Road, Decatur, IL 62522-1156 | This clinic provides a variety of primary care services for senior veterans. Family or individual counseling is offered while behavioral health programs such as QuitSmart Smoking Cessation aim to help veterans live life to the fullest. The clinic is completely wheelchair-accessible and parking is free. Decatur VA Clinic is open Monday through Friday from 7:45 am to 4:15 pm. For convenience, most recurring prescriptions can be processed by mail or online. |
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
Concerned Son
1.0
Review of Addus Home Health Care
We receive services of HHCA for our parent. The Case Manager is very rude and extremely difficult to get a hold of on the phone. We have been with them for over a year and Calls are not returned...
Home Care
Green568
2.0
Review of Addus Home Health Care
We receive services of HHCA for our parent. Case managers are difficult to get ahold of on the phone. Calls are not returned at all or not returned in timely manner. I have found voice messages I...
Home Care
soundmandj
2.0
Review of Addus Home Health Care
Huge turnover in personnel! I'm not sure management has a clue. Every time I get a great caregiver, they move on. There has to be a reason. Poor communication all the way around.
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