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Assisted Living Communities in Evanston, Illinois

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Review of Trulee Evanston

I toured Trulee Evanston. I would be willing to live there because I went to school in Evanston, and I worked in Evanston Hospital for years. However, it's very hard to find a place to park. It's...

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Thank you for taking the time to tour Trulee Evanston and for sharing your feedback with us. We appreciate your insights into your experience. We're pleased to hear that you found our building...

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Review of Trulee Evanston

My mom lives in Trulee Evanston. It's close to my home, and I like all the services and amenities there. The staff is very friendly, and the room is very nice. It's very clean, spacious and new....

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Hi, we would like to thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us! Our team aims to provide a warm, caring environment for all of our residents and visitors. Your positive feedback...

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Review of Westminster Place

We've toured Westminster Place, and the experience was all positive. They just opened, that was the first open house that they did so a lot of their services were not in place yet. During the open...

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Hello, we appreciate you taking the time to leave us this feedback. If you ever need anything else from us, please feel free to give us a call or stop by. Have an awesome day!

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

In Evanston, the typical monthly cost of assisted living is $4,825, which is a bit more than the state and national averages. Rural cities south of Chicago offer comparable costs, with Kankakee charging $4,623 and Champaign charging $4,750 per month. Residents of Carbondale, located in the far southern portion of the state, pay the lowest rate of $3,525. Conversely, retirees in Rockford, situated in northwestern Illinois, pay the highest average monthly prices for assisted living at $5,250.

Evanston

$4,825

Illinois

$4,488

United States

$4,500

Champaign

$4,750

Kankakee

$4,623

Rockford

$5,250

Carbondale

$3,525

Paying for Assisted Living in Evanston

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Evanston

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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 Evanston, IL

Assisted living in Evanston costs $4,825 per month and offers an economical option for seniors seeking a supportive community atmosphere. Older adults who wish to remain in their homes will see higher monthly costs for in-home care at $5,672 and home health care at $5,720. For those retirees needing only daytime supervision, adult day care provides therapeutic socialization and activities at significant savings, averaging $1,842 per month in Evanston. Nursing home facilities, which provide skilled nursing and around-the-clock health monitoring, are the most expensive option for long-term care. They average $6,996 monthly for a semiprivate room.

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 Evanston was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Chicago, was used instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Evanston

The city of Evanston and the state of Illinois provide many free resources for senior residents. The following list includes some of the local agencies and centers dedicated to helping older adults and caregivers navigate the elder care process with free educational resources, low-cost community programs, financial assistance and benefits.

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AgeOptions, Inc(708) 383-0258Suburban Cook County's Agency on Aging, AgeOptions provides a network of free resources connecting older adults and caregivers with vital services, including meal delivery and housekeeping help. The agency hosts innovative programs, such as Thrive with Pride LGBT+ social events and a tech-lending partnership with community libraries.
North Shore Senior Center(847) 784-6000North Shore Senior Center operates the area's Community Care Program and Care Coordination Unit. In addition to need-based and home-based programs, it offers family caregiver support programs and counseling and operates a free lending program for durable medical equipment for use after surgery or illness.
City of Evanston Senior Services(847) 866-2919The City of Evanston's Senior Services Office oversees a need-based senior program that provides subsidized transportation, vehicle and yard waste stickers and handyman services. It also provides referrals to elder care resources, activities and care facilities.
Levy Center(847) 448-8250Levy Senior Center is open to adults 55 and over. For a yearly membership fee, city residents may take part in fitness and art classes, senior-friendly events and cultural entertainment. The center offers senior bus trips and supports the Senior Olympics.
City of Evanston Long-Term Care Ombudsman(847) 448-8696Evanson's Long-Term Care Ombudsmen advocate on behalf of seniors living in long-term care facilities and their caregiving families. These individuals are knowledgeable about patients' rights and work to resolve conflicts and obtain dignified individual care for seniors. Their services are free and confidential.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Evanston

Evanston 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.

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