Assisted living services are aimed at seniors who need some personal care support and help with activities of daily living. It can be an affordable option for seniors who don’t require skilled nursing care but are struggling to live independently in their own household. The average cost of assisted living in Algonquin is $4,950 per month, which is just over 8% more than the statewide average.
This guide looks at the cost of assisted living in Algonquin compared to other cities and senior care options. It also discusses the benefits and drawbacks of senior living in Algonquin and provides some useful resources for local older adults.
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2001 West Algonquin Road, Algonquin, IL, 60102
4.8
(17 reviews)
"Clarendale of Algonquin was very nice and had a very country club atmosphere but very big. They were apartments and not bedrooms. The staff members were so busy. We had an appointment, but the staff wasn't able to show us around, so two residents sho..."
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101 Eastgate Court, Algonquin, IL, 60102
4.7
(3 reviews)
"Our experience was good. The apartments were good. They have crafts, field trips, and games like bingo. They offer three meals a day. The staff is excellent and very good...."
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22320 Classic Court, Lake Barrington, IL, 60010
4.5
(25 reviews)
"We did a tour of Lake Barrington Woods. The facility is very nice with some luxury accommodations. I like the staff. The facility grounds are very well taken care of. They have nice size apartments available and lots of amenities. I met some of the r..."
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751 Terra Cotta Avenue, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014
4.3
(24 reviews)
"There are not enough words to tell how marvelous sunrise is. The food is wonderful and the staff ....from housekeepers to executives......angels, each and everyone of them. I feel privedged to have them care for my mother...."
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717 McHenry Ave., Crystal Lake, IL, 60014
"Bickford of Crystal Lake looked clean and they have a lot of activities. They do arts and crafts, they do bingo, they'll have people come in and play music, and they go out and do shopping and things like that. The staff was really good. They seemed ..."
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4570 Princeton Lane, Lake In The Hills, IL, 60156
4.6
(8 reviews)
"I am the POA for my uncle who lives at the Lake in the Hills home. Not only is it beautiful but the care he receives is outstanding. I am at ease knowing they actually care about him. I receive updates and photos weekly and calls immediately if neede..."
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7716 Crystal Springs Rd., Bull Valley, IL, 60012
5.0
(1 reviews)
"I toured Shepherd of Bull Valley and it was beautiful. It was extremely nice, very well kept, with beautiful grounds. The house was very organized and had a really good flow. There were a lot of entertaining areas, and if you wanted to bring family a..."
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901 Angle Tarn, West Dundee, IL, 60118
5.0
(1 reviews)
"At the Woodlands at Canterfield, you are greeted by warm and calming setting -- it's like you were always meant to be here. Showcasing m..."
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5430 E. Hillside Road, Crystal Lake, IL, 60012
4.7
(3 reviews)
"Shepherd Premier of Crystal Lake was very nice. We were given a tour, and our questions were answered. It looked like they engaged the patients very well. They were doing crafts when we came there. The staff was all very informative and helpful...."
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965 North Brighton Circle West, Crystal Lake, IL, 60012
4.4
(39 reviews)
"This is a great place, the staff is like family and many of them have been there for many years. They treat you like family. We have always had such a positive experience there...."
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1055 Silver Lake Road, Cary, IL, 60013
4.6
(27 reviews)
"Three Oaks Assisted Living is among the best that we visited in the northwest suburbs of Chicago. The apartments are spacious and the dining room is bright. Decor is updated regularly, and the flooring, chair placement and handrails are optimized f..."
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525 Harvest Gate Road, Lake In The Hills, IL, 60156
5.0
(6 reviews)
"My dad will be moving into Melody Living Lake in the Hills. It's a place that we really felt would care about Dad. Not only were the people very kind and reaching out to him with a very caring sense, they had a philosophy over there that I just loved..."
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508 N McLean, Elgin, IL, 60123
"The Sheridan at Tyler Creek was very clean. The staff was very friendly. We were able to see just about every place that we would want (i.e., the dining and the movie theater). There wasn't much activity going on at the time. I believe the folks were..."
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12450 Regency Pkwy, Huntley, IL, 60142
4.2
(12 reviews)
"Everyone seemed like a family at Heritage Woods of Huntley. All the residents, the people that work there, even the cleaning people gave us a very good feeling about the place. Megan showed us around and she was wonderful. She answered all our questi..."
READ MORE361 North Alfred Ave, Elgin, IL, 60123
5.0
(3 reviews)
"Sunset Haven is a small assisted living home that provides high quality care with a staff that knows the needs of all the residents. My mother has been living at Sunset Haven for 5 years and has received wonderful care in a beautiful home. ..."
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620 Wing Street, Elgin, IL, 60123
5.0
(1 reviews)
"My Father has needed in-home health care twice now. We have used VNA Health Care both times! They are so kind and caring. The communication is great and they are considerate of appointments that my Dad has scheduled. They are very professional, t..."
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12500 Regency Parkway, Huntley, IL, 60142
5.0
(1 reviews)
"Deer Path of Huntley was a very nice facility. It was spotless and the rooms were really nice. They had a lot of activities every day that the residents could get involved in, like arts and crafts. I was very happy with it. They had an exercise room ..."
READ MOREAlgonquin’s assisted living facilities are regulated by the Illinois Department of Public Health’s Division of Assisted Living. The division sets rules that assisted living facilities must follow regarding staff training, health and safety, accommodations and resident supervision. Assisted living facilities are inspected regularly to ensure all requirements are being met.
Assisted living care in Algonquin typically costs $4,950 per month, according to the Genworth Financial Cost of Care Survey. The Illinois average is $4,575, while nationwide, seniors can expect to pay around $4,300 per month for assisted living.
Algonquin is one of the most expensive cities in Illinois for assisted living. By comparison, prices in Carbondale ($3,750) and Peoria ($3,800) are more than $1,000 less per month. Heading south to Danville, fees are also cheaper at $3,989 per month. Springfield is one of the few cities with similar assisted living prices to Algonquin, with facilities charging around $4,860 for this level of care.
Algonquin
$4,950
Illinois
$4,575
The United States
$4,300
Carbondale
$3,750
Peoria
$3,800
Danville
$3,989
Springfield
$4,860
In addition to assisted living, seniors can choose from several other care types. The cheapest is adult day health care provided in a group environment for $1,614 per month. Seniors wishing to receive care in their own homes typically pay $4,957 for homemaker or $5,053 for home health care services. Nursing homes are the most costly option, with skilled nursing care costing $8,076 for a semiprivate room and $8,532 for a private room.
Homemaker Services
$4,957
Home Health Care
$5,053
Adult Day Health Care
$1,614
Assisted Living Facility
$4,950
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$8,076
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$8,532
Note: Care cost data for Algonquin was not available, so data for the closest city, Chicago, was used instead.
Eligible seniors may qualify for the Illinois Supportive Living Program Medicaid waiver or the Community Care Program to help pay for assisted living services.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Illinois page.
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:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page.
Algonquin’s older adults can turn to many nonprofits and government organizations for assistance. These groups provide benefits advice, support, information and other services in the local area, often free of charge for qualifying seniors.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| AgeGuide | (630) 293-5990 | AgeGuide serves as the Area Agency on Aging for Northeastern Illinois. It supports seniors with options counseling, advice and guidance to help them access the services that best suit their needs. It also administers a variety of programs for older adults, such as senior transportation services. |
| Senior Services Associates | (800) 942-1724 | Senior Services Associates is a nonprofit agency that serves seniors and their loved ones or caregivers. It runs several senior centers in Kane County and organizes recreation-, education- and wellness-related activities to benefit older adults. |
| Kane County Veterans Assistance Commission | (630) 232-3550 | The Kane County Veterans Assistance Commission helps veterans navigate the VA benefits system. The commission's trained staff understand the benefits system and can help veterans or their immediate relatives access medical care, disability compensation, pensions, pension supplements such as Aid and Attendance benefits and other support that they may be eligible for. They can assist with completing claim forms or filing an appeal if a claim has been denied and can also refer individuals to other support agencies. |
Algonquin-area assisted living communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all assisted living communities in Illinois are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Christine
5
Review of Clarendale of Algonquin
Clarendale of Algonquin was very nice and had a very country club atmosphere but very big. They were apartments and not bedrooms. The staff members were so busy. We had an appointment, but the...
Provider response
Christine, we are so happy to read such a great review about Clarendale of Algonquin! Thank you, and have a fantastic day!
Assisted Living
Tiana
5
Review of Clarendale of Algonquin
My aunt is now at Clarendale of Algonquin. They assessed her for assisted living as opposed to memory care, so that was one reason why we chose them. We positioned it as an all-inclusive hotel type...
Provider response
Hi Tiana, thank you so much for your positive comments about Clarendale of Algonquin! We appreciate you taking the time to share.
Assisted Living
Sandy
5
Review of Clarendale of Algonquin
I toured Clarendale of Algonquin. It's awesome, it has a resort feel and the people are fabulous. I talked to the residents and they were happy. I liked the place a lot. They have a lot of options...
Provider response
Sandy, we are so pleased you enjoyed your visit to Clarendale of Algonquin! We hope to see you again soon.
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