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Assisted Living Communities in Glen Ellyn, Illinois

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, and another 249 options sit in nearby cities for those seeking a wider selection. Data from 2024 puts local residential care costs at approximately $6,500, exceeding the statewide median of $5,225.

Through our guide, you can gather more information on local assisted living communities by reading 3246 reviews reviews, which point to an average satisfaction score of 4.6 out of 5 stars stars.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Glen Ellyn, IL and Nearby Cities

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

Paying for Assisted Living in Glen Ellyn, IL

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Glen Ellyn

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.

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 Glen Ellyn, IL

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.

 

Free Assisted Living Resources in Glen Ellyn

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.

ResourceContactService
Glen Ellyn Senior Center(630) 858-6343The 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) 407-6500DuPage 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) 690-2130Prairie 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) 784-4800Metropolitan’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.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Glen Ellyn

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.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Derick

I visited this facility

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...

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Maria

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

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...

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Margie

I visited this facility

Review of Brookdale Glen Ellyn

I toured Brookdale Glen Ellyn. Everybody was friendly. The residents even said hi to me. It was very clean and had a lot of things to do. I talked to two different nurses, the director, and the guy...

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