A suburb of Chicago, the village of Lombard sits within DuPage County in a region where 263 assisted living residences serve the aging population. According to 2024 survey data, seniors planning for assisted living services should anticipate monthly fees of around $6,500. This rate surpasses the state median of $5,225 and the national norm of approximately $5,350.
To help you compare local assisted living options, we include 3383 reviews testimonials from assisted living residents and visitors that highlight dining programs, activities and quality of care. Overall, local facilities garner a quality score of 4.0 out of 5 stars stars.
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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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2625 Techny Rd, Northbrook, IL 60062
3.6
(11 reviews)
"Covenant Living of Northbrook was very nice and we had a very nice tour. We saw the dining area and one of the rooms. They have a community room and they were singing in there. They also have an exercise area/gym where you could do physical therapy. ..."
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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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4950 North Ashland Avenue, Chicago, IL 60640
3.6
(10 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..."
READ MORE210 Airport Road, North Aurora, IL 60542
3.6
(33 reviews)
"It seemed like Asbury Gardens had a lot of activities. The person who took us on the tour was very kind, and they talked about their staff being not a changing staff, but staff that's been there for a long time, and that was nice. It was a Medicaid f..."
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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
3.4
(34 reviews)
"They say... "No place, like home".....but what if you can't stay home anymore?...... My mom, Krystyna is suffering from dementia. She can't take care of herself and stay home. Asbury Court, a senior home in Des Plaines offered my mom help. She is c..."
READ MORE1599 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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3800 South Martin Luther King Drive, Chicago, IL 60653
3.1
(8 reviews)
"My brother is in Pioneer Gardens, and he's in his second month there. We are elated. It's wonderful. We appreciate them. We love them and the accommodations. He's so happy. He was so sad before, and we were so worried. We were scared. I'm like, "My b..."
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7370 W Talcott Avenue, Chicago, IL 60631
3.0
(2 reviews)
"My aunt stayed for 3 weeks at Presence Resurrection for more like a respite stay, and she really enjoyed it. Its a long-established building, the building itself needs some upkeep, but the atmosphere is very nice. I thought the service was excellent..."
READ MORE800 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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715 W Central Road, Arlington Heights, IL 60005
2.7
(16 reviews)
"I was a patient at Manor Care for 2 months and really enjoyed the stay. The staff from nurasng to dietary were excellent and went out of their way to make you comfortable and meet all your requests. When you used the "call light" they responded imm..."
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7850 WEST COLLEGE DRIVE, Palos Heights, IL 60463
2.6
(29 reviews)
"August 2, 2019 My mom Marie has been in Arcadia Memory Care at Manor Care East in Palos Heights, IL for almost 6 years. I am writing to praise the care given her by all the staff during this time. Not only was physical care given her but also em..."
READ MORE311 S Lincolnway, North Aurora, IL 60542
2.5
(9 reviews)
"I am a former resident of the facility. The apartments are nice. They range from a studio up to a two bedroom. I started in a 1 bedroom, but, later downsized to a studio. When I lived there, I got along with the staff. They were very friendl..."
READ MORE1512 WEST FARGO, Chicago, IL 60626
2.3
(3 reviews)
"We liked the atmosphere at the Arbour Health Care facility right away. It looked friendly, clean and organized. The staff was congenial and the residents looked happy. The location is convenient to all city transportation which was a factor for us, a..."
READ MORE785 Fletcher Dr, Elgin, IL 60120
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Illinois Department of Public Health - H..."
READ MORE1954 Green Bay Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035
"To learn more about this provider’s license and review other available state reports, please visit: Illinois Department of Public Health - H..."
READ MORE1910 Chestnut Ave, Glenview, IL 60025
"Valley Lo Towers II is based in Glenview, IL. Residents can enjoy living in a pleasant area close to the Valley Lo Golf Club and Glenview Di..."
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1400 Brookdale Rd, Naperville, IL 60563
"We hope you will take a little time to learn more about us and come away knowing that your loved one will receive care that is administered ..."
READ MOREBased on the 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, the projected cost of assisted living in Lombard averages around $6,500 per month. By comparison, this exceeds the state median by around $1,275, and it runs higher than rates in many nearby regions. For example, in Peoria and Bloomington, assisted living facilities charge around $5,012 and $4,800, respectively. Even so, Lombard’s standard fees compare favorably to rates of around $7,683 in Kankakee.
Lombard
$6,500
Illinois
$5,225
The United States
$5,350
Rockford
$5,250
Kankakee
$7,683
Bloomington
$4,800
Peoria
$5,012
The median monthly cost for assisted living communities in Lombard is substantially higher than the corresponding state and national average rates of $4,575 and $4,300.
Eligible senior residents of Lombard, Illinois will find a number of state and federal assistance programs to help them with the cost of assisted living. These include Choices for Care, the Illinois Supportive Living Program and Supplemental Security Income Category G.
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.
Lombard’s assisted living residents pay about $6,500 per month for care. This lines up closely with home health care fees of around $6,578, but it tracks higher than in-home care costs of approximately $5,720 and adult day health care norms of roughly $2,123. However, assisted living is a budget-friendly alternative to nursing homes, where seniors pay around $8,669 for shared rooms.
In-Home Care
$5,720
Home Health Care
$6,578
Adult Day Health Care
$2,123
Assisted Living Facility
$6,500
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$8,669
Note: Since data for Lombard is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, Chicago, instead.
There are several nonprofits and agencies serving seniors in the Lombard area. We’ve collected some of the most useful resources for seniors who are looking for assisted living or have already moved into one.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Helen Plum Library Adults Over 50 Services | (630) 627-0316 | Older residents of Lombard can benefit from many helpful services provided by the village library. Seniors who are unable to attend the library in person can sign up for book deliveries and collections. Additionally, the library offers access to many free events and a weekly health insurance counseling session for seniors. |
| DuPage County Senior Services | (630) 407-6500 | DuPage County has a comprehensive list of senior-orientated services that can improve the quality of life of its older population. Retirees can get in touch with the county for tailored long-term care options counseling as well as referrals to other relevant agencies. The county oversees the local Long-Term Care Ombudsman program, which offers free advice to residents of assisted living communities and can investigate complaints from residents and family members about individual facilities in the area. |
| AgeGuide | (800) 528-2000 | AgeGuide is the Area Agency on Aging serving older adults in northeast Illinois, including DuPage County. The AAA provides an extensive list of resources available to seniors along with services such as the Tailored Care Assessment and access to Virtual Classes. |
| Senior HelpLine | (800) 252-8966 | This statewide HelpLine is the first point of call between older adults and services in their local areas. Seniors can contact the Senior HelpLine for advice on services and nonprofits available to them, based on their circumstances. |
| Retired and Senior Volunteer Program | (708) 456-0300 | RSVP of West Suburban Cook and Southern DuPage Counties is sponsored by Triton College and offers adults aged 55 and over the opportunity to enrich their lives by helping their local communities. Volunteers are matched with local nonprofits and other organizations. Benefits of taking part in RSVP include ongoing support, supplemental car insurance and recognition at an annual event. |
Lombard-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
Catherine
5.0
Review of Lombard Place Assisted Living & Memory Care
We toured Lombard Place Assisted Living & Memory Care. It was very nice. I was very impressed. It reminded me of a hotel or an apartment hotel because they had mailboxes downstairs for the...
Assisted Living
Maria
5.0
Review of Sunrise at Fountain Square
We took a tour of Sunrise at Fountain Square. We had a wonderful time when we met with the woman who gave us the tour. When we were looking around, they were all being very well taken care of....
Provider response
Hi Maria, Each and every guest who enters a Sunrise community is important to us. It is wonderful to know that you had such a positive experience when touring Sunrise of Fountain Square. We would...
Assisted Living
Dave
5.0
Review of Lexington Square of Lombard
I liked Lexington Square of Lombard. It's a multilevel facility. They had five floors, so it was a little different. Some of the other ones had one or two floors, but this one was a little bit...
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