Question 1

How many senior care facilities are in Illinois?

Accepted Answer

There are 923 senior care communities listed in Illinois (IL) across 1303 cities. These include nursing homes, assisted living communities, memory care facilities, and other senior care options.

Question 2

What types of senior care are available in Illinois?

Accepted Answer

Illinois offers a range of senior care options including skilled nursing facilities (nursing homes) for those who need 24/7 medical supervision, assisted living communities for older adults who want support with daily tasks while maintaining independence, and memory care communities designed specifically for individuals living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia. Many facilities also offer short-term rehabilitation stays and respite care.

Question 3

How much does senior care cost in Illinois?

Accepted Answer

According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey (2024), the median monthly cost for a nursing home in Illinois is approximately $9,186, while assisted living averages around $5,250 per month. Actual costs vary based on the facility, level of care, room type, and additional services needed. Many families use a combination of Medicare, Medicaid, long-term care insurance, and personal savings to cover these costs.

Question 4

Does Illinois have a Medicaid program for nursing home care?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Illinois Medicaid covers nursing home costs and offers the Community Care Program (CCP) providing in-home services to help eligible seniors avoid nursing home placement. Medicare covers skilled nursing facility care for up to 100 days following a qualifying 3-day hospital stay, but does not cover custodial or assisted living care. To learn whether a specific facility accepts Illinois Medicaid, contact them directly or look for the Medicaid badge on their listing page.

Question 5

How do I find a nursing home near me in Illinois?

Accepted Answer

Use the search or browse-by-city tools on this page to explore senior care options across Illinois. You can filter by care type (nursing home, assisted living, memory care), minimum rating, and specific city. Each listing includes contact information, ratings, and services so you can compare options before scheduling tours. We recommend visiting at least two or three communities in person before making a final decision.

Nursing Homes & Senior Living in Illinois

Allure Healthcare Services

Applewood Community Living

Aspen Creek of Effingham

Assisted Transition

Ball-Chatham Senior Center

Best Assisted Living Springfield - Luxury Senior Living Springfield IL & Senior Care Illinois

Beverly Farms Grp Hm 6

Bickford of St Charles

Briarcliffe Cila Parc

Bridges

Care Partners Assisted Living

Carriage Crossing Senior Living

Chamness Care Inc

Chamness Care Inc

Champ Management

Cobden Rehabilitation & Nursing Center

Community Physical Therapy

Country Aire Estates

Courtyard Villas

Davies Square

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