Assisted Living Communities in Belvidere, Illinois
Our comprehensive listings and authentic reviews in Belvidere, IL below include 44 Assisted Living facilities with 249 reviews. On average in Belvidere, residents and their loved ones rate Assisted Living options 4.3 out of 5 stars.
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"My mother has been at Golden Years for about 14 months.
We feel the rates are very reasonable!! She is in independent living right now. The care and facilites are impeccable. She raves about the food too. I believe it is rated the 5th in the nation.
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"My mom is pretty set to choose Fairhaven Christian Retirement Center for herself. The staff was wonderful and caring. It was a nice facility. It was clean, spacious, and welcoming. There were lots of activities going on while we were there. The resid..."
"My mother is at The Suites at Beloit. I'm very happy with it, and she likes the food. With Covid, I can't go in there and check on the activities, but they're doing something. The staff members are very good. So far, I'm very happy with the place...."
"Beloit Senior Living is absolutely fabulous. The rest of the family is more than happy with everything they're doing there. My father is there and he's very happy. The staff is fantastic and makes him feel so welcome. He adjusted much faster there th..."
"I can't think of any. The staff I spoke with when I was exploring the option of moving here provided all the information I needed to make my decision. They were very supportive as my husband was very ill and eventually passed away before I could make..."
"I'm waiting to get into NorthPointe Terrace assisted living. It's connected with Beloit Hospital. I stayed in their rehab for a couple of days when I broke a bone several years ago. It's a nice place. I was very happy with what I saw and learned from..."
"Everyone seemed like a family at Heritage Woods of Huntley. All the residents, the people that work there, even the cleaning people gave us a very good feeling about the place. Megan showed us around and she was wonderful. She answered all our questi..."
"Willowick in Beloit was brand new and gorgeous. Their staff was visible constantly, and my friend's care was excellent. Her room was very large. She had a private room, so she had no roommates. She had a bathroom attached (like an en suite), and it w..."
"We've chosen Heritage Woods of Rockford for my parents, but they haven't moved in yet. It looked nice, seemed friendly, and clean. They were doing some crafting stuff. It looked very nice. I have heard nothing but good things about it. Everybody said..."
"Luther Center is just like an apartment complex. I chose this facility because it was cheaper than the others. Everything is good. It has access to downtown and everything, the stop is right out front. It's not far to places you need to go to especia..."
"Two of my grandparents have been at Highview in the Woodlands. One for respite care and one for assisted living with an Alzheimer's diagnosis. Both grandparents received care we were all pleased with. It's a small community which makes it very intima..."
"Sun Valley Homes North assisted living facility was on our list while in the region looking at facilities for our uncle.
We liked the quaint exterior, which appeared very well maintained and resembled a large, ranch style home.
The grounds were nic..."
"We've visited Hearthstone Communities, but it was way out of our price range. It was a very nice place and the size was very good. We enjoyed our tour at this place more than the others. The dining area was very nice and roomy, and everyone was cordi..."
"We chose Willowick - Beloit Campus for my father-in-law, but I don't really recommend this place. They just don't have enough people, and I don't think they have the experience that they need to take care of people in memory care. There are only thre..."
"I toured Sun Valley East, and the room they had was very small. The bathroom was across the complex. They only provided a continental breakfast. If you wanted lunch and dinner, that had to be extra. There was only one staff member on duty when we wen..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey reports assisted living costs in Belvidere at around $5,250 per month, aligning closely with the Illinois median of $5,225 and offering savings over the national norm of $5,350. This monthly fee compares favorably to rates in Chicago and Kankakee, where seniors pay around $6,500 and $7,683 per month, respectively.
Belvidere
$5,250
Illinois
$5,225
United States
$5,350
Chicago
$6,500
Kankakee
$7,683
Bloomington
$4,800
Peoria
$5,012
Paying for Assisted Living in Belvidere
In Belvidere, assisted living communities charge around $5,250 per month for services.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Belvidere
Some seniors may qualify for financial aid through the state's Supportive Living Program (SLP), which is a type of Medicaid waiver. Not all assisted living facilities in the Belvidere area accept state funding. It's a good idea to check with a prospective facility to see if it is on the SLP-approved list. The SLP waiver helps pay for personal care services but does not cover the cost of room and board.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
Veterans Benefits
Life Insurance Policy
Long-Term Care Insurance
Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
Assisted living residents in Belvidere pay around $5,250 per month for care. This amount offers substantial savings over the cost of nursing home care, which provides 24-hour medical supervision and skilled nursing services in semi-private accommodations for approximately $7,270. However, seniors who arrange private in-home care pay lower rates of about $4,004.
In-Home Care
$4,004
Assisted Living Facility
$5,250
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$7,270
Note: Data for Belvidere was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Rockford, was used instead.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Belvidere
Belvidere and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies
and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or
currently residing in an assisted living
community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as
geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding
home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Belvidere, please visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page.
What to Consider About Assisted Living in Belvidere
The Illinois Department of Health licenses all assisted living communities in Belvidere and the rest of the state through its Division of Assisted Living. This division oversees the operation of all facilities and requires them to submit to rules related to housing standards, staffing and service planning. It also conducts site inspections and investigates complaints from staff and residents.
Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Belvidere
Although Belvidere doesn’t have its own hospital, its proximity to Rockford gives local assisted living residents access to several major medical facilities, including OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center, Javon Bea Hospital – Rockton and UW Health SwedishAmerican Hospital. These facilities provide primary, specialty and emergency care, along with community initiatives, such as classes and support groups. To promote access to medical care, many assisted living facilities provide regularly scheduled transportation to local hospitals and clinics.
Belvidere’s Boone County fares better than the typical county in the state and nation for health outcomes, featuring an average life expectancy of 79.2 years compared to 77.6 nationally and 78 in Illinois. The county underperforms state norms but aligns with national trends for health factors due to its 45% flu vaccination rate among seniors and its limited number of primary care physicians. To minimize the impact of limited access to health resources, many assisted living facilities have on-site wellness centers and staff nurses who administer routine oversight and care.
The cost of living in Belvidere trends about 16% below the national average and 10% below the state norm, making this city a financially viable destination for prospective assisted living residents with budgetary considerations. In general, residents pay less for groceries, housing and transportation here than in a typical U.S. city. Additionally, qualifying seniors may pay for assisted living through the state-funded Supportive Living Program, which covers some residential care costs.
In Illinois, seniors don’t pay state income taxes on the majority of their retirement income, including Social Security benefits, pension income and withdrawals from retirement savings accounts, helping many seniors afford local assisted living expenses in Belvidere.
Belvidere’s crime rate runs lower than 44% of U.S. communities and compares favorably to rates in most cities with comparable population sizes. In a typical year, the city reports approximately 1.79 violent crimes per 1,000 people and 9.18 property-related infractions for a total crime rate of 10.97. Both types of crime occur considerably less often here than in a typical U.S. community, providing peace of mind to prospective assisted living residents.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Belvidere
Belvidere Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Illinois are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page for more information about these laws.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
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Review of Heritage Woods of Belvidere
We toured Heritage Woods of Belvidere. It was an extremely nice place. I would recommend it. It's just a lovely place. I only met one staff member and she was the marketing director. She took us to...
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of Heritage Woods of Belvidere
My mother-in-law has moved in at Heritage Woods of Belvidere. We are very happy with the care that she is getting. The staff is very caring, but they've been a little short staffed. Mom's apartment...
Heritage Woods of Belvidere was a town away, but it was bigger than the other place we saw. There's a gardening club, an arts club, they have a club for the men, they have physical therapy on site,...