Friendly Towers
920 W. Wilson, Chicago, IL 60640
4.5
(2 reviews)
"It's a 5 stars to me, I lived there for 14 years and it was a warm cozy place to live. ..."
READ MORELocated 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 3255 reviews reviews, which point to an average satisfaction score of 4.6 out of 5 stars stars.
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920 W. Wilson, Chicago, IL 60640
4.5
(2 reviews)
"It's a 5 stars to me, I lived there for 14 years and it was a warm cozy place to live. ..."
READ MORE35 Shamut Avenue, La Grange, IL 60525
4.5
(2 reviews)
"What I like least about Aspired Living of La Grange is the price. But I like that the bathrooms are large. They have barn doors, which is nice. The living space is bright and welcoming. The amenities are very high quality. The community spaces are ve..."
READ MORE50 Pleasant Avenue, Highwood, IL 60040
4.5
(2 reviews)
"Very nice, clean and pleasant place to stay ..."
READ MORE3501 Northeast Parkway, Lincolnwood, IL 60712
4.5
(16 reviews)
"The tour at The Carrington at Lincolnwood was nice. It's a newer facility. It's very clean and very bright. All the people there seemed very friendly. There were a lot of different activities. There were a lot of options, but ultimately, it's a combi..."
READ MORE12631 187Th St, Mokena, IL 60448
4.5
(4 reviews)
"Marley Oaks Assisted Living is a very small private facility co-founded by a church group. There are only 12 residents, and it’s like walking into someone’s home. The staff is wonderful, very positive, and treat my dad like family. We’re very satisfi..."
READ MORE12446 S. Van Dyke Rd., Plainfield, IL 60585
4.5
(6 reviews)
"My brother was at HarborChase of Plainfield. It was excellent. They took very good care of him. We're very happy and pleased. The care was excellent. Everything was pristine and very well taken care of. The food was very good; we had no problems at a..."
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1150 S. Euclid Avenue, Elmhurst, IL 60126
4.5
(6 reviews)
"My mother started at Park Place in Independent Living for her first 2 years and a few month ago (since Covid) has moved to Assisted Living. As someone suffering from mild (now mild-moderate) dementia, my Mom was not only treated with the upmost respe..."
READ MORE2300 IL Rte. 53, Long Grove, IL 60047
4.5
(2 reviews)
"My wife is now here. The most important thing is the level of care of the place, and in my short stay there, everybody is caring. The apartments are excellent. The facility is A+. I find the people who are working there beyond expectations. It is ver..."
READ MORE250 Village Drive, Downers Grove, IL 60516
4.4
(29 reviews)
"I am currently in rehab at Oak Trace. There's nothing that I do not like here. Everything is above anything that I've experienced before. The staff was very kind. They're courteous. And they respond right away. The food is excellent. I couldn't ask f..."
READ MORE865 N. Cass Ave, Westmont, IL 60559
4.4
(17 reviews)
"We couldn’t be happier with how my Mom was welcomed into this community. She has been living there for two years now and LOVES it!! My sisters and I interviewed quite a few facilities. And are so happy we chose Cordia! The activities are wonderful,..."
READ MORE1250 West Central Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
4.4
(28 reviews)
"I will be moving into Church Creek. Erin was a very warm person and knowledgeable about the people who live there. She said hello to everybody by name, as she met them, and that was great. She also invited us to stay for lunch, so I got to experience..."
READ MORE4747 N. Canfield Ave., Norridge, IL 60706
4.4
(13 reviews)
"Both of my parents lived at CBH. They started out in Independent living. After my father passed away my mother went to the 3rd floor. I work in another senior community. I can not say enough about CBH. The care, compassion, cleanliness, activities, ..."
READ MORE276 East Irving Park Road, Wood Dale, IL 60191
4.4
(11 reviews)
"My mother has moved into The Radcliff. I chose them because they're right down the street from where I live. The staff was great. I had no problem whatsoever. The food was good. I've eaten there about three or four times already. She's got a studio a..."
READ MORE777 Church St. , Lake Zurich, IL 60047
4.4
(18 reviews)
"Cedar Lake Assisted Living & Memory Care was great. The layout was nice. The staff was friendly. They have a makeshift movie theater type viewing area for the residents. My dad happens to be a big fan of movies, so I thought that was very unique. The..."
READ MORE2626 West 63rd Street, Chicago, IL 60629
4.4
(7 reviews)
"My mother-in-law moved to Churchview Supportive Living. I've been there several times, and it's a nice, clean place, and the staff is very nice. My mother-in-law loves the place. It's a welcoming place. They have activities for them to do. That was t..."
READ MORE3800 N. California Avenue, Chicago, IL 60618
4.4
(5 reviews)
"Paul House & Health Care Center looks like it was very nice, and it was big. The problem was they were too expensive. They came in over $10,000 for semi-private ,and that was too much. Otherwise, I would have been comfortable putting my mother there...."
READ MORE975 North 5th Ave, St. Charles, IL 60174
4.4
(5 reviews)
"My sister moved to River Glen of St. Charles because it was immediately available. I was with her when she had a meal and it was wonderful. They had standard activities. They have in-house therapy. They have games like bingo, movies, and rides to sto..."
READ MORE315 North La Grange Road, La Grange Park, IL 60526
4.4
(15 reviews)
"My father-in-law is at Plymouth Place. I think at this point we are very happy with Plymouth Place. We like their cleanliness, and their staff seems very, very professional very nice. I think they're doing the best they can with my father-in-law. T..."
READ MORE6700 S. Keating, Chicago, IL 60629
4.3
(47 reviews)
"I moved into Autumn Green at Midway Village. The people are nice and friendly and I feel safe. The staff was nice. They come to my apartment every Tuesday. The facility is clean. They have a gym. They had a barbecue this week. And they have a movie t..."
READ MORE1347 Crystal Court, Naperville, IL 60563
4.3
(23 reviews)
"My mom is in Tabor Hills A Campus of Caring. They've been OK from what I've seen. They take care of my mom, and they're attentive. I wish they would let families in longer or more because of the COVID. Right now, they're still limiting the number of ..."
READ MOREGlen 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.
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...
Assisted Living
Margie
5.0
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...