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Nursing Home Communities in Alton, Illinois

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Drumatron_5000

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

Review of Rosewood Care Center of Alton

The facility lost my Great Grandma's teeth and made the last days of her life miserable.

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dcmoore

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

Review of Integrity Healthcare of Alton

They go through a couple administrators a year at this facility. It is dirty, but it normally doesn't smell. They dress them in the messiest clothes they have, even though I saw in the closet...

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Vicki

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

Review of Integrity Healthcare of Alton

Integrity Healthcare of Alton is clean and smells OK. I've just had a little trouble with some of the staff, only because my dad is very particular about what he eats and he doesn't like to tell...

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The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities

The average cost of a nursing home in Alton is $365 more than the average for Illinois but is significantly less than the countrywide median of $7,908. Seniors in Cape Girardeau and Columbia pay less with typical fees of $5,232 and $5,095 respectively. Those to the west in Jefferson City pay slightly more at $5,703 per month.

Alton

$5,627

Illinois

$5,262

The United States

$7,908

Cape Girardeua, MO

$5,232

Jefferson City, MO

$5,703

Columbia, MO

$5,095

Nursing Home Costs in Alton, IL

A semiprivate room in a nursing home in Alton typically costs $5,627 per month while a private room costs $6,737 per month.

Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Alton, IL

Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.

  • Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
  • Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
  • Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.

If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Semiprivate rooms in nursing homes average $5,627 per month. In-home care providers that offer help with the activities of daily living charge slightly less at $5,482 per month. Home health care provision, which is similar but includes some light nursing care, costs the same. Adult day health care delivered in a group setting costs just $1,918 per month. Assisted living facilities charge around $1,500 less than nursing homes and cater to seniors who require lower levels of care. A private room in a nursing home averages $6,737.

In-Home Care

$5,482

Home Health Care

$5,482

Adult Day Health Care

$1,918

Assisted Living Facility

$4,100

Nursing Home (semiprivate room)

$5,627

Nursing Home (private room)

$6,737

Note: Data for Alton, IL, was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, St. Louis, MO, was used instead.

Free & Low-Cost Resources for Seniors in Alton, IL

Seniors who are considering nursing home care may find the following resources useful. These organizations provide practical support and advice about benefits and care options to seniors living in Alton.

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Social Services Plus(618) 465-3298Social Services Plus is a nonprofit organization that delivers a variety of services in Anton. It runs the Ombudsman program, provides meal services and also offers information and support to help seniors apply for state and federal assistance programs.
Illinois Department of Aging

(800) 252-8966The Illinois Department of Aging serves the state's older adults. Programs include a free senior transportation program, benefits advice and a community care program. These programs are open to seniors who are residents of Illinois.
Veteran Affairs Department(618) 465-3216The State of Illinois Veterans Affairs Department has an office in Alton. Veterans and their immediate relatives can contact the VA for advice about veteran pensions and benefits, health care and other support.
Meals on Wheels Alton

(618) 465-3298Meals on Wheels Alton provides fresh, nutritious meals delivered to seniors in their homes. The program supports those who are unable to shop or cook for themselves and offers access to nutrition and regular social contact to combat loneliness.
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program(618) 296-6185Seniors with low income and who are struggling with their energy bills may be eligible to receive support through this program. Eligibility depends on household size, income and heating type. Seniors are not required to own their home to participate in the program.

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