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Assisted Living Communities in Swansea, Illinois

The village of Swansea sits within the St. Louis Metropolitan Area, about 16 miles outside St. Louis, in a region with 134 assisted living facilities. According to 2024 survey data, the median cost of residential care in this city hovers near $5,100 per month, providing savings over the state and national norms of $5,225 and $5,350, respectively.

Through the following guide, readers get a closer look at assisted living in Swansea through 704 reviews reviews, which offer numerous perspectives of local facilities’ amenities and value. On average, consumers give these facilities a rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars out of five stars.

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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

The 2024 Genworth Cost of Care Survey shows that monthly assisted living fees in Swansea hover near $5,100, saving seniors around $125 over the statewide median. Several cities in the region offer more budget-friendly rates. For example, facilities in Bloomington charge around $4,800, and seniors in Springfield pay about $4,611. However, local rates run approximately $570 lower than fees in Carbondale.

Swansea

$5,100

Illinois

$5,225

United States

$5,350

Carbondale

$5,666

Peoria

$5,012

Bloomington

$4,800

Springfield

$4,611

Paying for Assisted Living in Swansea

At $4,100 per month, Swansea’s average assisted living fees are significantly less than the usual fee of $4,488 for Illinois. Residents also save approximately $400 per month compared to the national average of $4,500 — an annual saving of around $4,800.

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Swansea

Eligible seniors may get assistance from the Community Care Program or the Illinois Supportive Living Program Medicaid waiver to help pay for assisted living 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 Care

Assisted living residents in the Swansea region pay around $5,100 monthly. While adult day health care facilities charge notably lower fees of roughly $2,058, private and institutional alternatives typically cost hundreds of dollars more. For example, local agencies charge approximately $6,101 for in-home care and roughly $6,673 for home health care. Nursing home residents pay even higher rates of around $7,194 for semi-private accommodations.

In-Home Care

$6,101

Home Health Care

$6,673

Adult Day Health Care

$2,058

Assisted Living Facility

$5,100

Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)

$7,194

Note: Since data for Swansea is unavailable, we used data for the nearest city, St. Louis, MO, instead.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Swansea

Government agencies and nonprofit organizations regularly assist seniors in St. Clair County. Those listed here provide help free of charge, including legal advice, resident care advocacy and Medicare counseling.

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Programs and Services for Older People (PSOP)(618) 234-4410PSOP is a multi-resource nonprofit that helps St. Clair County seniors. Supports include RSVP, an AmeriCorps-sponsored program that connects older residents who want to volunteer at nonprofits. Operating within Southwestern Illinois College, PSOP offers classes that help seniors improve their balance and manages an alternative transportation program for those needing curb-to-curb services.
Land of Lincoln Legal Aid, Inc. (877) 342-7891This nonprofit ensures southern and central Illinois senior citizens who can't afford an attorney get access to the legal help they need. It specializes in several types of civil law, including protecting the rights of elders, consumers and those with disabilities. It can also help seniors with legal issues related to health care and economic security.
AgeSmart Community Resources(618) 222-2561AgeSmart Community Resources is the Area Agency on Aging for St. Clair County. Although most of its resources focus on helping seniors age independently at home, it also supports senior living facility residents. Volunteers educate seniors about Medicare, including recent changes and how to prevent fraud, while senior dining programs provide congregate meals.
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(800) 233-4904This program supports seniors residing in care facilities. Ombudsmen advocate for seniors in matters such as complaints regarding care standards, concerns about involuntary transfers or discharges and violations of residents' rights. They typically attempt to negotiate solutions with care providers, but if criminal behavior such as elder abuse is suspected, the ombudsman will contact the relevant authorities.
St. Clair County VA Clinic(314) 286-6988Located only 10 minutes from Swansea, the St. Clair County VA Clinic provides primary care services for U.S. military vets and their families. It can also refer patients to other facilities within the St. Louis VA Health Care System and the veterans' office in Public Square for seniors who want help claiming benefits.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Swansea

Swansea 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.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Tanya

I visited this facility

Review of Bradford Place

Bradford Place was clean. There were no odors. It seemed like a pleasant environment. And I saw plenty of staff moving about, working and helping the residents. The food looked nice, and it smelled...

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Assisted Living

Tanya

I visited this facility

Review of Cambridge House of Swansea

I toured Cambridge House of Swansea. I saw a bustling and active dining area where it looked like there was a lot of socialization happening among the residents. It was also a larger facility, and...

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Assisted Living

Dee

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

Review of Bradford Place

I have a friend who lives in Bradford Place. I was very impressed with that. My friend set it up so that I could have lunch there, and the lunch was very nice. It wasn't over the top or fancy, it...

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