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Assisted Living Communities in Elgin, Illinois

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Elgin, IL and Nearby Cities

Assisted living facilities offer room and board, plus help with ADLs for $4,825 per month. Seniors who prefer to remain in their own homes and have caregivers come to them can get home care ($5,672) or home health care ($5,720) for slightly more. Adult day health care services cost around $3,000 less than assisted living, while skilled nursing care is the costliest at $6,996 per month.

In-Home Care

$5,672

Home Health Care

$5,720

Adult Day Health Care

$1,842

Assisted Living Facility

$4,825

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$6,996

Paying for Assisted Living in Elgin

On average, seniors in Elgin pay $4,825 per month for assisted living services. Exact fees vary depending on the size of the facility and the level of care and amenities it offers.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Elgin

Financial Assistance in Illinois

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 Elgin, IL

Assisted living facilities offer room and board, plus help with ADLs for $4,825 per month. Seniors who prefer to remain in their own homes and have caregivers come to them can get home care ($5,672) or home health care ($5,720) for slightly more. Adult day health care services cost around $3,000 less than assisted living, while skilled nursing care is the costliest at $6,996 per month.

In-Home Care

$5,672

Home Health Care

$5,720

Adult Day Health Care

$1,842

Assisted Living Facility

$4,825

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$6,996

Note: Data for Elgin was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Chicago, was used instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Elgin

Elgin seniors and their families can contact the following organizations for help and information about long-term care services, financial support and ways to offset some of the cost of assisted living care.

ResourceContactService
Illinois Department of Aging(800) 252-8966The Department of Aging runs several programs for older adults in Illinois. These include the Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) and the Senior Health Assistance Program. The Department of Aging also manages the Long Term Care Ombudsman, which can assist with any concerns about the standard of care in assisted living communities.
City of Elgin Police Department Senior Services(847) 289-2533The City of Elgin Police Department has a Senior Services program to support older adults. Services include senior education, lock box installation to allow emergency services workers to access a senior's home quickly in an emergency, and an Elderly Services Officer program to engage with the city's most vulnerable residents and help them avoid scams.
Senior Services Associates(847) 741-0404This organization runs a multipurpose senior center and assists residents of Elgin and Kendall County with their long-term care and Medicaid-related queries. In addition, Senior Services Associates runs senior transportation, health and education-related programs.
Prairie State Legal Services(815) 965-2134Prairie State Legal Services offers legal aid to low-income individuals in 36 counties across Illinois. It assists with housing, benefits and health-related legal inquiries. Seniors can apply for support via their website or call the helpline.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Elgin

Elgin 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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Ruth

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of THE ATRIUM AT OAK CREST RESIDENCE

My sister-in-law moved into The Atrium at Oak Crest Residence. It is a smaller community. They have staff who are long-term and have been there many years. They welcome the families to be part of...

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Rebecca

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of The Sheridan at Tyler Creek

The Sheridan at Tyler Creek is the closest to where I live from a convenience perspective, but it's the most expensive. I've been there to visit people who used to live in my neighborhood who now...

Provider response

We appreciate the fantastic review and are glad we could be of service. If you have any further needs or questions, please reach out to us directly.

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Lisa

I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident

Review of THE ATRIUM AT OAK CREST RESIDENCE

My parents are residents of Oak Crest Atrium Apartments. They have two sections: one is for memory care, and one is more assisted living. My parents are in assisted living. They have their own...

Provider response

THANK YOU FOR BEING A VALUED PART OF OUR FAMILY AND STORY.

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