Nursing homes provide 24/7 supervision and skilled medical care, a wide range of therapies and social activities. Receiving these services at home isn’t feasible for most seniors. Understandably, nursing home fees, which also cover accommodations, meals and some transportation, are significantly higher than the cost of other senior care types. Home health care or assisted living may be as effective and less costly for people who don’t require a nursing home-level of service.
This guide reviews the average cost of nursing homes and other care types. It also provides some local resources for Bolingbrook’s seniors.
"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..."
"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..."
"This is a very clean facility, very nice. Staff are friendly. There is a large population of Korean residents. Staff also speak Korean and the culture is embraced through language, tv, etc. Family members are treated with great respect and are welco..."
"I AM AND HAVE BEEN A RESIDENT AT CENTRAL NURSING HOME FOR APPROXIMATELY 4 YEARS. SINCE RESIDING HERE, I HAVE BEEN PROVIDED WITH GOOD MEDICAL CARE, AND ANY CONCERNS AND QUESTIONS I HAVE ARE ALWAYS ADDRESSED BY OUR VERY HELPFUL AND CARING NURSE JASON...."
"My dad is currently in the skilled nursing building of Lexington Health Care Center of Lombard. It's across the parking lot of the independent and assisted living community. He's been there a while, and he has received very good care. I think they're..."
"This is known as "the county home" to many locals, and it provides exceptionally well regarded care in DuPage County. Employees are government employees who benefit from union and related benefits. The facility is situated adjacent to other governm..."
"My mom stayed at Palos Heights Rehabilitation last year. My mom had to share a room. It's clean, and the food is pretty good. It's pretty decent. The nurses were so nice, and they worked so hard. They were on their feet all day, and they took good ca..."
"It’s not so bad, there are a lot of Good nurses that work here.. this has been my home for many years, and the nurses feed me, and Help dress me, They treat me like family ..."
"I visited the River Crossing of Elgin and it looked nice. I heard bad things about it when it was under a different name, but this being that it was different people, I thought I'll go into it. It looked nice and clean. It looked like there were quit..."
"My mother is currently living in Westmont Nursing and Rehab and I have had an extremely positive experience. My mother is very happy and gets great care. The nurses are very attentive and always inform me whenever there are any changes with my moth..."
"I went to Claremont, and it's great. It looked like a hotel. They're very good as far as therapy. The nurses and staff on every floor were great. They would come and help you. They took care of you. They couldn't do enough for me. The food was very g..."
"My mother is in Aperion Care Oak Lawn. I think it's the best place for her right now, she seems to be getting very good care, and she's still getting therapy a couple of times a week. They're gonna be reassessing her to see if hospice is necessary fo..."
"My father is in Meadowbrook Lagrange for rehab. He just started two weeks ago. It's nice, friendly, and welcoming, and so far, everybody has been helpful and knowledgeable. His room is nice; it's a bedroom with a bath. There are some shared rooms. He..."
" I was very pleased with the care and concern they had for my loved one. Admissions and medical staff was very easy to work with.
You made her time precious here and in a safe and secure environment..
Thank you. ..."
"My brother received excellent medical care at Manorcare. He was very ill and was always treated with kindness and respect.
My 'family would like to thank the attentive nurses, CNA's physician assistants and social workers who were always there to an..."
"My Mother was in this facility. I though they did a god job in taking care of her needs. She was very sick and they found a way to help her life improve. It is a small facility and I liked the attention my Mother received. I would recommend ..."
"Two Times I've Stayed At West Court. The Gym (Rehab) And It's Staff Quickly Worked Me Out Of My Post-Operate Weakness. Two Times I've Stayed At West Court. The Gym (Rehab) And It's Staff Quickly Worked Me Out Of My Post-Operate Weakness. The Nurses A..."
"We visited a friend at ManorCare Health Services. The staff were very nice and cordial. They seem to take care of all the patient's needs, and the place was very clean. Their rooms were very nice. Their dining room is very nice as well although we di..."
"My husband is in Mayfield Care Center nursing home. The place is okay, and the staff is very nice and helpful. He is in a room with somebody and they have a TV. It's just a regular room. They have parties for the residents there. They also have games..."
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The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities
The average cost of a shared nursing home room in Bolingbrook is only $320 higher than the national median of $7,756. However, this figure is more than $1,800 above the Illinois state average of $6,235.
Nursing home care costs in Bolingbrook are among the highest in the state. Springfield facilities charge $1,080 less per month. The cost difference is more apparent in Kankakee, where seniors pay $1,536 less on average. The gap grows wider in Champaign and Rockford, where costs range from $2,175 to $2,251 less than Bolingbrook’s median rate.
Bolingbrook
$8,076
Illinois
$6,235
The United States
$7,756
Kankakee
$6,540
Champaign
$5,901
Springfield
$6,996
Rockford
$5,825
Nursing Home Costs in Bolingbrook, Illinois
Nursing home semiprivate rooms cost an average of $8,076 per month in Bolingbrook, while private rooms cost $8,532.
Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Bolingbrook, Illinois
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.
Comparing all available types of care in Bolingbrook can help seniors and their families determine the most appropriate placement. Adult day health care, the most affordable choice, costs an average of $1,614 per month. Assisted living, homemaker and home health care services are comparable at $4,950, $4,957 and $5,053, respectively. Nursing homes offer the priciest type of care, charging an average of $8,076 for a shared room and $8,532 for a private room.
Home care
$4,957
Home health care
$5,053
Adult day health care
$1,614
Assisted living
$4,950
Nursing home (semiprivate room)
$8,076
Nursing home (private room)
$8,532
Note:Data for Bolingbrook was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Chicago, was used instead.
Free Resources for Seniors in Bolingbrook, Illinois
Many Bolingbrook seniors have turned to the following resources for guidance while aging with dignity. These services support frail elders at home and help delay entry into a nursing facility. They can also make institutionalized care easier to understand, afford and accept when needed.
The Levy Senior Center in Bolingbrook serves citizens over the age of 55 in DuPage Township and the surrounding communities. It’s a portal for aging-related information, recreation, social and education programs, Meals on Wheels and community programs geared toward the elderly.
Choices for Care is a free care options counseling service available to individuals aged 60 and older through DuPage County’s Aging and Disability Services Department. It includes an assessment of a senior’s needs and development of a care plan that may involve in-home services, assisted living, nursing home placement or other supportive living arrangements.
DuPage County Senior Services coordinates several programs that help seniors maintain independence and delay entry into a nursing home. The office provides information and referrals for case management, caregiver support, financial management and outreach visits. Limited funding is also available for minor home repairs and safety modifications.
Senior Services of Will County performs in-home assessments to determine eligibility for a variety of free or low-cost programs to support aging at home for as long as possible. Qualifying seniors may receive light housekeeping assistance, home-delivered meals, minor home repairs and transportation services.
Administered by the Illinois Department on Aging, SHIP is a free health insurance resource for Medicare recipients and their caregivers. SHIP counselors assist beneficiaries with filing Medicare claims. They also educate seniors on Medicare Advantage plans, Medigap, prescription drug, long-term care policies and other health care plans.
Reviews of Communities Nearby
Nursing Homes
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2.0
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of Meadowbrook Bolingbrook
Mother was a resident suffering dementia. The medical staff and therapists who cared for her were the saving grace of Meadowbrook. They seemed very attentive to her as her condition deteriorated....
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of Meadowbrook Bolingbrook
I would not recommend this facility at all! The food is mediocre and the help is nonexistent, especially at night and what help there is, is never around!
I am a friend or relative of a current/past resident
Review of Meadowbrook Bolingbrook
My dad was recently here for an extended physical rehab stay. Here is our experience.
The OT/PT is very good. He definitely saw improvement in his physical stamina, but they are not good about...