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The 10 Best Assisted Living Facilities in Crestwood, IL for 2024

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There are 27 Assisted Living Facilities in the Crestwood area, with 1 in Crestwood and 26 nearby.

The average cost of assisted living in Crestwood is $4,531 per month. This is higher than the national median of $3,895. Cheaper rated regions include Hazel Crest with an average starting cost of 3,280.

To help you with your search, browse the 1489 reviews below for assisted living facilities in Crestwood. On average, consumers rate assisted living in Crestwood 4.3 out of 5 stars. Better rated regions include Palos Park with an average rating of 4.25 out of 5 stars.

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What to Consider About Assisted Living in Crestwood

Crestwood, IL, is a suburb of Chicago that is located in Cook County. The area is home to 61 assisted living facilities. The Division of Assisted Living, a branch of the Illinois Department of Health licenses assisted living facilities in the state. These facilities are designed to help seniors with activities of daily living. However, some are equipped to offer specialized care for residents who have conditions like dementia or a disability.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Crestwood

  • Seniors who live on a fixed income and are concerned about Crestwood’s cost of living should note that the community is only just slightly over the national average cost of living index. Crestwood’s cost of living index is 101; the national average is 100.

  • The Biela Senior Center features programs, activities and events for Crestwood seniors.

  • The suburb of Crestwood is home to world-class medical facilities, including Ingalls Care Center, in the event of medical emergencies or illness.

  • Seniors who rely on public transportation in Crestwood are served by PACE Bus, which also offers paratransit programs. Seniors can ride the bus at a reduced fare. While there are no Metra rail stations in town, there are some within a 15-minutes’ drive in neighboring communities like Midlothian and Palos Heights.

  • Safety is important to seniors, so they should note that Crestwood’s annual crime rate per 100,000 people is above the national average. Crestwood’s annual crime rate is 2,741 per 100,000 people; the national average is 2,837 crimes per 100,000 people.

  • With an average July high of 83 degrees, Crestwood summers are hot and humid. When the heat index is high, seniors with respiratory conditions may be advised to stay indoors. Chicagoland’s winters are more extreme, however, with inclement weather that could include heavy snowfall and icy conditions. The January average temperature is 18 degrees Fahrenheit.

Paying for Assisted Living in Crestwood

Assisted Living costs in Crestwood start around $4,531 per month on average, while the nationwide average cost of assisted living is $4,000 per month, according to the latest figures from Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey.

It’s important to note that assisted living rates in Crestwood and the surrounding suburbs can vary widely based on factors such as location, the level of care needed, apartment size and the types of amenities offered at each community.

Cities in Illinois

Tinley Park

$4,867

Country Club Hills

$4,695

Palos Park

$4,560

Crestwood

$4,531

Orland Park

$4,335

US

$4,000

Hazel Crest

$3,080

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Crestwood

Seniors living in Crestwood who meet eligibility requirements may qualify for financial assistance to pay for care within an Illinois assisted living facility. The Supportive Living Program is a Medicaid waiver program that may be used to pay for care available in an assisted living facility. Additionally, the Illinois Medicaid-Medicare Alignment Initiative is offered to eligible seniors and disabled people who reside in Cook County to help pay for assisted living care. 

Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Illinois page.

Financial Assistance in Illinois

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living

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:

  • Veterans Benefits
  • Life Insurance Policy
  • Long-Term Care Insurance
  • Reverse Mortgage

For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page.

Free Assisted Living Resources in Crestwood

Crestwood and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.

To see a list of free assisted living resources in Crestwood, please visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Crestwood

Crestwood-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.

Laws and Regulations in Illinois

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Ree

I visited this facility

Review of The Pointe at Kilpatrick

I went to The Pointe at Kilpatrick. The ambience was beautiful. The facility was clean and it did not smell bad. It did not look like a supportive living facility. It looked opulent and beautiful....

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Nancy

I visited this facility

Review of The Pointe at Kilpatrick

The Pointe At Kilpatrick was a very nice, clean, and affordable community. It's someplace I would not worry about putting my mom. Their trips out were very local, which is good. It was close to...

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Assisted Living

Barbara

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

Review of The Pointe at Kilpatrick

The Pointe at Kilpatrick was wonderful. They were friendly, helpful, and showed me every department. My mom's been there before and they were wonderful to her. The apartment is a bit smaller, but...

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