Caring.com offers a free service to help families find senior care and authentic reviews to help you in your decision. On average in Waukegan, IL, residents and their loved ones rate In Home Care agencies across the 33 options below.
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185 Milwaukee Ave, Suite 200, Lincolnshire, IL, 60069
4.5
(134 reviews)
"My mother had vertigo that required hospitalization. After leaving the hospital, she needed 24 hour care (two 12 hour shifts) until she did better. My mother wants to be independent, but we needed someone to be there until she got better and gets c..."
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1100 E Washington St, Suite 202, Grayslake, IL, 60030
4.9
(25 reviews)
"I used home instead to get care for my grandmother. They were amazing to work with and provided the help we needed. They are also also very responsive and have a great team ready to help when needed. I would 100% recommend their services...."
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125 Hawley St., Grayslake, IL, 60030
4.8
(26 reviews)
"Family-owned Partners in Senior Care provides in-home Private Duty Care and Geriatric Care Management services for seniors throughout the Ch..."
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7514 Skokie Blvd, Suite 6 , , Skokie, IL, 60077
5.0
(12 reviews)
"I cannot be more positive about the care my father received from Living Spring and more specifically SANNI. The relationship went well beyond caregiver and was filled with love and compassion. We will always be grateful!..."
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1600 Golf Road, Suite 1200, Rolling Meadows, IL, 60008
4.9
(12 reviews)
"The service was excellent. ..."
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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..."
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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..."
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1809 N. Mill St., Suite E, Naperville, IL, 60563
5.0
(3 reviews)
"Nicole helped me with laundry, changing sheets, and light housework. She was excellent. She also is a dog lover and my two goldens just loved her. Peggy send Nicole to me because Peggy knew we would be a good fit together. ..."
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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..."
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687 Waukegan Road, Deerfield, IL, 60015
5.0
(1 reviews)
"We had to quickly choose a caregiver for our Mom and called Nancy at More Care@home. She quickly organized our thoughts and reccommended actions to make Mom's transition from the hospital to home easier. Our caregiver was great for Mom and the time..."
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3356 W Columbia Ave , Lincolnwood, IL, 60712
5.0
(1 reviews)
"They are very nice, caring, patient, and are really good at what they do. They take their time and provide quality care...."
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9204 S Ellis Ave, Chicago, IL, 60619
3.0
(2 reviews)
"When I was recovering from a surgery I was staying at a facility in which Ayesha S. was working. I took an immediate liking to this lady. She was friendly, attentive, and always gave you the sense that she genuinely cared about you. It was more like ..."
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115 South Wilke Road,, Elk Grove Village, IL, 60005
"Non-medical, in-home care company for seniors, who need assistance with daily living. We offer professional service (CNAs - Certified Nursin..."
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505 N Riverside Dr, Suite 102, Gurnee, IL, 60031
"Addus is proud to be a nationally recognized provider of high quality, in-home care services with over 30 years experience. Our breadth of s..."
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5250 Old Orchard Rd., Ste. 300, Skokie, IL, 60077
"Shalom Love Care was founded on peace of mind. All our clients enjoy ethical, professional and quality care. Our team of healthcare professi..."
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3501 Alqonquin, Rd, Rolling Meadows, IL, 60008
"At Your service Home Care, LLC is an organization dedicated to providing care for seniors in settings such as retirement communities and th..."
READ MOREFor seniors who need home care services in Waukegan, the average monthly cost is $5,720 based on the Genworth Cost of Care Survey. This is $381 more than the state’s average and $763 more than the national average. This is also higher than many other cities in the state. For instance, seniors in Rockford pay $5,625 a month for in-home care, while seniors in Carbondale pay $4,576. In the state’s largest city, Chicago, the average sits at $5,672.
Waukegan
$5,720
Illinois
$5,339
United States
$4,957
Chicago
$5,672
Rockford
$5,625
Carbondale
$4,576
Seniors in Waukegan have a number of choices for their senior care. In-home care averages $5,720 a month, and the addition of skilled nursing or therapy services included in home health care has the same average. The most affordable care option is adult day health care, which is $1,300 a month on average. Assisted living is $270 less than the average for in-home care, while nursing home care costs $4,257 more.
Home Care
$5,720
Home Health Care
$5,720
Adult Day Health Care
$1,300
Assisted Living
$5,450
Nursing Home Care (semiprivate room)
$9,977
Note: Data for Waukegan was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Racine, WI, was used instead.
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.
For older adults who want to remain in their own homes in Waukegan, challenges are common. Thankfully, the city has a number of low-cost or free programs through local nonprofits, city-based organizations and state programs. These programs make it possible for seniors to remain in their homes with dignity and independence as long as possible.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Low-Income Energy Assistance Program | (847) 249-4330 | This program provides financial assistance for heating and air conditioning bills for older adults who meet income guidelines. Through LIHEAP, seniors can get assistance with their electric, gas and propane expenses. |
| Lake County Senior Homestead Exemption | (847) 377-2000 | Through the Lake County Senior Homestead Exemption, older adults can have their property taxes reduced by $8,000. This is available to all homeowners ages 65 and older in Lake County. |
| Illinois Home Weatherization Assistance Program | (217) 785-2533 | Through this program, older adults can apply for assistance with upgrades to their homes that make them more weather-resistant. These include air sealing, insulation, HVAC repair or replacement, water heater repair or replacement and ventilation services. |
| Meals on Wheels Northeastern Illinois | (847) 332-2678 | Homebound seniors can sign up for meal delivery through Meals on Wheels Northeastern Illinois. With this service, volunteers deliver two meals a day and provide a quick wellness check during the delivery. Meals come every day except Sunday, one hot and one cold. |
| Waukegan Housing Rehabilitation Program | (847) 599-2530 | Low-income seniors who need emergency repairs to their homes can contact the Waukegan Housing Rehabilitation Program for help. Through this service, seniors can get an interest-free, deferred loan to make necessary repairs. The loan is only repaid at the sale of the home, meaning no upfront cost for the repairs. |
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.
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