Located less than 25 miles outside of downtown Chicago, the suburban community of Glen Ellyn sits in DuPage County. Within this village, seniors have 2 assisted living facilities to consider,...
Through our guide, you can gather more information on local assisted living communities by reading 3305 reviews reviews, which point to an average satisfaction score of 4.6 out of 5 stars stars.
16W301 91st St, Burr Ridge, IL 60527
4.0
(2 reviews)
Burr Ridge Senior Living was a very nice location, and a beautiful building. They were friendly, and they answered our questions. There's no problem with them....
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940 West Gordon Terrace, Chicago, IL 60613
4.0
(4 reviews)
This is such a beautiful facility! A friend and I were looking for a place for her mom for the future. Not only was Lori Cantway (the director of the facility) such a friendly and welcoming person, she was also very warm hearted. She answered all of ...
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10501 Emilie Lane, Orland Park, IL 60467
3.9
(20 reviews)
My grandfather was over in Rehab he said the food was amazing And though he love all the staff he keep talking about a nurse name Qwendolan if anyone knows her tell her thank you! She made his day. So to know this while I'm overseas melted my heart....
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408 S Oak Park Ave., Oak Park, IL 60302
3.9
(40 reviews)
Oak Park Arms is independent living, but they also have an in-house office that offers assisted living functions. It has like an ala carte add-on of assisted living. We would have chosen that one, but it was just a little bit outside of my mother-in-...
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CARING STARS WINNER
401 West Lake Street, Northlake, IL 60164
3.8
(46 reviews)
My grandmother moved into Concord Place last week. The biggest reason why we chose it was the cost. Her costs increase slightly as she needs more help. It's a nice place. The people are very nice there. She likes it. They have a pool. They have diffe...
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4600 N Frontage Road, Hillside, IL 60162
3.8
(6 reviews)
This place is it like a nursing home or like an old folks home and it's not like a hospital it's a mixture of the two but the staff is so friendly and engaging they always have activities for everybody to do like movie nights and bingo they bring in ...
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1501 West Melrose Street, Chicago, IL 60657
3.8
(6 reviews)
Greeneview place is a very active and friendly "home". You are able to go on planned activiites or have your hair and nails done on site or just talk and see a movie with your friends you made there. The meals are delicious and you have a choice if...
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1571 West Ogden Avenue, La Grange Park, IL 60526
3.7
(13 reviews)
My parents were in Presence Bethlehem Woods Retirement Community. They were in the independent living side, and the staff was excellent. They went above and beyond the call of duty for sure. The apartments were clean and well-appointed, and they had ...
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2625 Techny Rd, Northbrook, IL 60062
3.7
(12 reviews)
Covenant Living of Northbrook is where my wife and I are moving. It's a great place. My wife's parents lived there. Her father lived there for 20 years. Her mother lived there for 13 years. The people were very welcoming and caring. It fits our lifes...
$6,761
210 Airport Road, North Aurora, IL 60542
3.6
(35 reviews)
Asbury Gardens My mom has been at Asbury Gardens for almost 2 years. She recently transitioned into memory care due to her progression of her Dementia. I chose Asbury originally because they did offer more skilled care on the same property which me...
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4200 Lacey Road, Downers Grove, IL 60515
3.6
(3 reviews)
Lacey Creek is clean, friendly, and had everything my sister needed. It's very nice, the staff was friendly, and cordial. The dining area was very nice....
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550 Kildeer Drive, Bolingbrook, IL 60440
3.6
(6 reviews)
Heritage Woods was a very nice place, and I liked this one the best. There was a pool and a movie place. ...
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4950 North Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60640
3.6
(11 reviews)
My brother was in Bethany Retirement Community for five years. That was very nice, but as his memory got worse, they were no longer equipped to take care of him. They told us he needs to leave because they're not able to give him what he needs anymor...
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421 N Lake Street, Aurora, IL 60506
3.6
(10 reviews)
I moved in and chose it because it's closer to my cousin, and it's a real nice place. The staff is very nice. The apartments are great. Instead of a one-bedroom, I have a two-bedroom. They have a bus available to go shopping every Monday. We're going...
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8080 South Harlem Avenue, Bridgeview, IL 60455
3.5
(12 reviews)
I visited this community and the staff is very friendly and the renovations are excellent ...
$4,500
1245 S Wood St, Chicago, IL 60608
3.5
(7 reviews)
I really liked Barton Senior Residences of Chicago. It's brand new, they have a lot of activities for seniors, and they have a doctor and nurses that check on the residents daily, which right now is something I need. My only issue is the price of the...
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1750 Elmhurst Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60018
3.5
(36 reviews)
My mother loves her room and the very very caring staff helps her with the things she forgets. My Mom was bitter and hurt with sadness because of her memory leaving her. But now she's happy every day, and when the family visits she enjoying herself w...
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1599 North Farnsworth, Aurora, IL 60505
3.3
(6 reviews)
My dad has been resident for couple years unfortunately he got diagnosed with a cancer final stage and he is required hospice thankfully I met a person with a name Berlin she has been helping my dad and myself and doing everything above and beyond to...
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800 W. Oakton Street, Arlington Heights, IL 60004
3.0
(1 reviews)
I toured Lutheran Home. It was a great tour. The person who gave me a tour, the sales manager, her follow-up was terrible, and she has left the company. It's a great facility, with nice activities, and friendly staff, but very pricey. It was very nic...
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5336 North Western Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625
2.8
(5 reviews)
I am at Continental Care Center. I am in a shared room, which is big enough for two people. The food is okay. They have activities like movies, bingo, and I know they have something in the morning ...
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Assisted Living
David Hirsch
5.0
Review of Atria Park of Glen Ellyn
We moved my mom in back in September of 2024 and we couldn’t be happier with the environment she’s in and care she receives. I wish we made the move earlier as her life has become so much more full...
Assisted Living
Derick
5.0
Review of Atria Park of Glen Ellyn
Atria Park of Glen Ellyn is an excellent facility. It is located right across some park so it was a pretty quiet setting. The apartments were nice. The grounds seemed to be well-kept. The person...
Assisted Living
Maria
5.0
Review of Atria Park of Glen Ellyn
Beautiful rooms and most spacious. The food is 5 stars as is the wait staff and the cooks are thee best! The activities are suitable for all interests and the coordinator is gifted and cares for...
Glen Ellyn seniors expect to spend around $6,500 monthly on assisted living, according to the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey. This rate runs higher than Illinois’s median of $5,225, and it outpaces rates in other cities in the region. For example, seniors in Champaign anticipate lower fees of around $5,438, and in Bloomington, facilities charge approximately $4,800 for care. Even so, costs in Kankakee are more expensive at roughly $7,683.
Glen Ellyn
$6,500
Illinois
$5,225
The United States
$5,350
Rockford
$5,250
Kankakee
$7,683
Bloomington
$4,800
Champaign
$5,438
Seniors in Glen Ellyn who are looking for financial aid to offset costs can apply through HealthChoice Illinois, a program which helps pay for services like personal care and transportation. Eligible seniors with Medicaid and Medicare may also apply for the Illinois Medicaid-Medicare Alignment Initiative, a managed care program that provides medical and personal care services.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Illinois page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page.
The cost of assisted living in Glen Ellyn falls near $6,500 per month. By comparison, this exceeds fees for nonresidential alternatives such as in-home care and adult day health care, which have respective monthly rates of around $5,720 and $2,123. However, seniors pay slightly higher fees of around $6,578 for home health care. Nursing home fees also surpass assisted living norms by around $2,170.
In-Home Care
$5,720
Home Health Care
$6,578
Adult Day Health Care
$2,123
Assisted Living Facility
$6,500
Nursing Home Care (semi-private room)
$8,669
Note: Since data for Glen Ellyn is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Chicago, instead.
Seniors who are exploring or living in assisted living communities have access to multiple resources in Glen Ellyn. Local agencies and nonprofits provide and coordinate a host of free programs such as health and wellness programs, social activities and benefits counseling.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Glen Ellyn Senior Center | (630) 858-6343 | The Glen Ellyn Senior Center serves adults 60 and older and their families. Here, seniors can obtain information and referrals to a variety of local aging-related resources, including flu shots and subsidized transportation. The Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) provides free, confidential counseling on Medicare, supplemental insurance and other health insurance concerns. |
| DuPage County Senior Services | (630) 407-6500 | DuPage County Senior Services provides information and support for residents 60 and older. It offers assessments to devise care plans and advocacy for each client. Seniors can connect with community resources for care choices, money management, medical care and supplies, caregiver support, transportation and home safety modifications. An ombudsman is available to represent and mediate for long-term care facility residents, and Adult Protective Services investigates reports of neglect, abuse and financial exploitation. |
| Prairie State Legal Services | (800) 690-2130 | Prairie State Legal Services offers and arranges free civil legal assistance for seniors 60 and older. It can offer counsel regarding Medicare, Medicaid and long-term care issues. This service also assists with advance directives, elder abuse and adult guardianships. |
| Metropolitan Family Services | (630) 784-4800 | Metropolitan’s Senior Services helps elders and their families meet the challenges of aging. It offers caregiver support, resources for grandparents raising grandchildren and a home modification program. Senior Counseling includes case management, individual and family sessions, support groups and referrals to appropriate resources. |
Glen Ellyn-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.
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