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Akins Health Care East Inc
4432 WEST BELLE PLACE, Saint Louis, MO 63108
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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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Affton Residential Care Facility
Po Box 20123, Saint Louis, MO 63123
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Silver Spur
3300 TEXAS AVENUE, Saint Louis, MO 63118
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The Central Residence
5143 WATERMAN BOULEVARD, Saint Louis, MO 63108
"Central Residence is an assisted living community located just south of the Sherman Park neighborhood of Saint Louis, MO. Home to 300,576 re..."
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4537Naturalbridgeave39, Saint Louis, MO 63115
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4641 Washington Blvd, Saint Louis, MO 63108
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Cn Manor Inc
1567 Salerno Dr, Saint Louis, MO 63133
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Assisted Living at Silver Creek
1227 Winding Oaks Ln, Mascoutah, IL 62258
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649 Legacy Place, Mascoutah, IL 68180
"Brightly Senior Care, situated in Mascoutah, IL, provides Memory Care and Assisted Living services. The community includes well-maintained a..."
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703 S Laclede Station Rd, Webster Groves, MO 63119
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3409 MISSOURI, Saint Louis, MO 63118
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730 Hodiamont Ave, Saint Louis, MO 63112
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Addington Place of Collinsville
1207 Vandalia, Collinsville, IL 62234
"Collinsville, IL is home to the world’s largest ketchup bottle and is the horseradish capital of the world. Despite these impressive feature..."
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1026 Janet Dr, Ruma, IL 62278
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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.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Programs and Services for Older People (PSOP) | (618) 234-4410 | PSOP 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) 342-7891 | This 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) 222-2561 | AgeSmart 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) 233-4904 | This 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) 286-6988 | Located 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
Assisted Living
Tanya
5.0
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...
Assisted Living
Tanya
5.0
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...
Assisted Living
Dee
5.0
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...
