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Assisted Living in Illinois
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Illinois at a glance
69
Assisted Living communities
12+
cities covered
$6,219
median / month
4.7★
avg rating
69
Assisted Living communities
12+
Illinois cities & towns
$6,219
Median monthly cost
4.7
Average rating
Overview
Assisted Living in Illinois
Illinois offers senior living options across the state, from the Chicago metro to central and downstate communities. Assisted living averages about $6,219 a month statewide, running higher in the Chicago area ($5,300 to $8,000+) and more affordable downstate ($4,950 to $6,850+).
Illinois is also known for its Supportive Living Program, a Medicaid-funded model that makes assisted living more accessible for eligible seniors. Below you can compare communities by city and get free help from a local advisor.
Costs
What assisted living costs in Illinois
Assisted living in Illinois averages about $6,219 per month, with the Chicago metro running higher ($5,300–$8,000+) and downstate regions lower ($4,950–$6,850+).
What affects the price? Location and local demand, private vs. shared room, the level of daily care needed, and add-ons like medication administration or nighttime support.
Ways families pay
Private pay
Illinois Medicaid
VA Aid & Attendance
Long-term care insurance
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Assisted Living communities in Illinois
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Assisted Living by Illinois city
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What assisted living offers
Assisted Living provides help with daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, plus meals, housekeeping, and social life.
- Help with daily activities & medication management
- Meals, housekeeping & laundry
- Trained staff and a safe, supportive environment
- Activities, wellness & social connection
Illinois rules & paying for care
Assisted living and shared housing establishments in Illinois are licensed and inspected by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH).
- Illinois operates the Supportive Living Program (SLP), a Medicaid-funded model that helps cover assisted living care and services for eligible seniors in participating communities
- Veterans may apply VA Aid & Attendance toward costs
- Private pay, savings, and long-term care insurance are common
Questions
Illinois assisted living FAQs
What is the Supportive Living Program in Illinois?
The Supportive Living Program (SLP) is an Illinois Medicaid model that pays for care and services in participating assisted living communities, making it more affordable for eligible seniors. Residents still pay room and board from their income. Our advisors can help you find SLP communities near you.
How much does assisted living cost in Illinois?
The statewide average is about $6,219 per month. The Chicago metro runs higher ($5,300 to $8,000+), while central and downstate regions are lower ($4,950 to $6,850+). Memory care averages around $7,800. Call for current community pricing.
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Other care types in Illinois
Memory Care in IllinoisSecured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or other dementia, with 24/7 supervision and trained staff
Nursing Homes in Illinois24/7 skilled nursing and medical care for people with complex or chronic health needs
Independent Living in IllinoisMaintenance-free living with amenities and social opportunities for active, self-sufficient seniors
CCRCs in IllinoisA full continuum of care — independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing — on one campus
Residential Care in IllinoisSmall, home-like board-and-care homes offering personal care and supervision for a handful of residents
All Illinois senior livingBrowse every community by city
Free help finding assisted living in Illinois
Our senior living advisors know Illinois communities, pricing, and availability. Tell us what your family needs and we'll do the legwork — at no cost and no obligation.
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