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Evolve at Lake Zurich-Assisted Living
795 N. Rand Road, Lake Zurich, IL 60047
"Pathway to Living's longstanding mission is to transform the way society thinks about aging and senior living. Our Azpira Place of Lake Zuri..."
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Assisted Living Communities in Downers Grove, Illinois
The village of Downers Grove sits in DuPage County, between I-88 and I-55 southwest of Chicago, in a region where 257 assisted living communities accommodate seniors with daily care needs. As of 2024, local seniors pay around $6,500 per month for assisted living, which runs more than $1,000 over state and national norms.
Based on typical feedback from current and past assisted living residents and visitors, we find an overall quality score of 4.3 out of 5 stars out of five stars among local facilities. You can get a closer look at this rating by reading the 4.3 out of 5 stars testimonials in our directory.
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Pullman Senior Suites
15 E 112th Pl, Chicago, IL 60619
"Pullman Senior Suites is an apartment complex for seniors in Chicago, IL. The building sits in a convenient location that offers seniors eas..."
READ MOREThe Highlands Assisted Living At Moorings Of Arlington Heights
1071 S Moorings Dr, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
"The Moorings of Arlington Heights is nestled in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, Illinois, surrounded by a lush, 45-acre campus. When resid..."
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New Perspective Long Grove
2300 ILLINOIS ROUTE 53, Long Grove, IL 60047
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Illinois Department of Public Health - H..."
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Valley Lo Towers Ii Apartments
1910 Chestnut Ave, Glenview, IL 60025
"Valley Lo Towers II is based in Glenview, IL. Residents can enjoy living in a pleasant area close to the Valley Lo Golf Club and Glenview Di..."
READ MOREThe Apartments At 1251 South Michigan
1251 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
"The Apartments At 1251 South Michigan is a senior living community for residents aged 62 and above. It's located in downtown Chicago in the ..."
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Midway Pointe
5011 W 47th St, Chicago, IL 60638
"Located in the heart of Chicago, IL, Midway Pointe offers senior apartments in the Garfield Ridge neighborhood. Seniors who love architectur..."
READ MOREAxelson Manor
2195 Foxglove Dr, Northbrook, IL 60062
"Covenant Living of Northbrook is an assisted living facility located in Northbrook, Illinois, with various retail shops, restaurants, places..."
READ MOREDixie Manor Sheltered Care
15535 Dixie Hwy, Harvey, IL 60426
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Illinois Department of Public Health - H..."
READ MOREThe Springs at Monarch Landing
2308 N. Route 59, Naperville, IL 60563
"The Springs at Monarch Landing is an assisted living facility located in Naperville, Illinois. Seniors receive a private suite with a privat..."
READ MOREHyde Park Apartments
5330 S Harper Ave, Chicago, IL 60615
"Hyde Park Apartments is located, as its name suggests, in the historic Hyde Park neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. Situated directly across..."
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Alden Estates of Orland Park
16450 S 97th Ave, Orland Park, IL 60467
"At Alden, we are committed to improving the quality of life of those we serve. We do this by striving for excellent care and quality outcome..."
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The Danish Home
5656 N Newcastle Ave, Chicago, IL 60631
"Nestled in a quiet Chicago neighborhood, The Danish Home, established in 1891 is a boutique continuing care retirement community that offers..."
READ MOREThe Highlands Assisted Living At Westminster Place
3131 Simpson St, Evanston, IL 60201
"Located in a cul-de-sac right at the edge of Cartwright Park, The Highlands Assisted Living at Westminster Place is located in Evanston, Ill..."
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Robin's Nest Senior Living - CLOSED
1819 Fargo Blvd, Geneva, IL 60134
"It’s bed and breakfast living every day at Robin’s Nest where we strive to provide a relaxed, home environment that provides assisted living..."
READ MOREJackson Park Supportive Living
1448 E 75th St, Chicago, IL 60619
"Jackson Park Supportive Living is located in Chicago, IL. The Windy City is one of the most populous places in the country and features a ra..."
READ MORESymphony Residences of Lincoln Park
2437 N. Southport Avenue, Chicago, IL 60614
"My aunt was in the Ivy. It was a very nice community in a very busy section of Lincoln Park, but I felt they did a good job of fitting into the neighborhood. The staff weren't as engaged with the residents, but they have good security there, and the ..."
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The Cost of Assisted Living in Downers Grove, IL and Nearby Cities
According to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, assisted living residents in the Downers Grove region pay roughly $6,500 each month for housing and services. This average runs $1,150 over the national median and $1,275 over the Illinois norm, and it exceeds costs in many nearby cities. For example, in Rockford, costs run about $1,250 below the local norm, and in Bloomington, rates come in approximately $1,700 lower.
Downers Grove
$6,500
Illinois
$5,225
The United States
$5,350
Rockford
$5,250
Kankakee
$7,683
Bloomington
$4,800
Champaign
$5,438
Paying for Assisted Living in Downers Grove, IL
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Downers Grove
In Illinois, the HCBS Medicaid Waiver for Supportive Living Facilities helps pay for services in some assisted living communities, but it does not pay for room and board.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Illinois page.
More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
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 Living in Downers Grove, IL
Assisted living costs in Downers Grove come in at approximately $6,500 per month. This is consistent with home health care costs but exceeds in-home care fees by about $780. While adult day health care fees run lower at around $2,123, nursing home residents pay about $2,170 more for 24-hour medical monitoring in semi-private rooms.
In-Home Care
$5,720
Home Health Care
$6,578
Adult Day Health Care
$2,123
Assisted Living Facility
$6,500
Nursing Home Facility (semi-private room)
$8,669
Note: Since data for Downers Grove is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Chicago, instead.
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Free Assisted Living Resources in Downers Grove
There are many resources for seniors in Downers Grove to help them find assisted living communities, find ways to pay for them and assist them with advocacy issues.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Northeastern Illinois Area Agency on Aging | (815) 939-0727 | Serving dozens of towns and cities in Northeastern Illinois, the Area Agency on Aging provides links to resources that assist people over 65. Seniors living in Downers Grove can find help and receive referrals for legal, insurance and transportation issues. |
| Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program | (630) 407-6500 | The long-term care ombudsman for DuPage County visits long-term care facilities to monitor the quality of senior care. The ombudsman also informs residents of their rights and advocates for them. Seniors who have problems with their assisted living facility can speak with the ombudsman, who will help resolve any complaints |
| Community Adult Day Center | (630) 968-1060 | Located in the Park District of Downers Grove, the Adult Center at Lincoln Center provides weekday games and activities for residents 55 years and over. |
| Dial a Ride | (630) 719-6670 | Dial a Ride is a service for seniors and people with disabilities. The shared ride service picks up riders from their residences, and the fare is $3 cash each way. Transportation is provided by a small bus with an attached lift for wheelchairs. |
| Taxi Coupon Program | (630) 434-5500 | Downers Grove offers taxi transportation assistance to seniors 65 and over and people with disabilities. Seniors pay for taxi rides with coupons that are purchased for half price. All licensed taxi companies in town accept these coupons. |
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Downers Grove
Downers Grove-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities 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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Joseph
5.0
Review of Saratoga Grove Retirement and Assisted Living
My mother-in-law moved into Saratoga Grove Retirement and Assisted Living one week ago. The Saratoga Grove is a very clean, very nicely set up, smaller community. They only have 66 total residents....
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Janetwood
5.0
Review of Saratoga Grove Retirement and Assisted Living
top notch staff - above and beyond caring. family-like atmosphere. The small community feel was perfect for my parents, great staff to resident ratio and allowed for more attention to my parents....
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David
4.0
Review of Saratoga Grove Retirement and Assisted Living
My dad ended up going to Saratoga Grove Retirement & Assisted Living. He's very happy with the size, appearance, and staffing. We looked at a few places and that's the one he wanted to go to. He...
