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

The Village of Bensenville borders O’Hare Airport in DuPage County just northwest of Chicago. The 2020 Census lists the population at almost 19,000, with the 65 and older age group accounting for a below-average 13.1%. With intersecting rows of relatively peaceful tree-lined streets, Bensenville has a strong sense of community. The area has a low crime rate and is situated near some of the finest hospitals in the country.

Assisted living facilities provide safe and comfortable living for seniors who need regular assistance with daily tasks, such as bathing, but don’t require the type of medical services provided in nursing homes. According to the 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey, the average monthly fee for assisted living in Bensenville is $4,825, which is approximately 7% more than the state and national averages.

This guide covers the cost of assisted living and other types of senior care in Bensenville, Illinois. It also lists some resources dedicated to helping the city’s seniors overcome challenges, such as mobility issues.

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What To Consider About Assisted Living in Bensenville

The Division of Assisted Living, a branch of the Illinois Department of Public Health, is responsible for monitoring licensed facilities throughout the state. It also regulates assisted living facility owners and administrators, which includes ensuring they receive licenses to operate only after passing the state’s competence test.

Benefits and Drawbacks of Assisted Living in Bensenville

  • Although crime statistics can never be called good, Bensenville’s exceptionally low property and violent crime rates are enviable. The chances of becoming a victim of property crime are half the national average and significantly below the norm for Illinois. Violent crime figures are even more impressive, with the chances of being a victim at 1 in 1,107, compared to the state average of 1 in 239.
  • The Ride DuPage Transportation Program provides affordable transportation for adults aged 65 and older. There’s a $2 flag pull and then $1 per mile, with no fee for the senior’s first companion. Although distances are technically unlimited, they’re at the discretion of the individual provider. The service is only available to Bensenville residents whose submitted application forms have been approved.
  • The average cost of living index in Bensenville is high compared to the Illinois median, primarily due to the cost of housing and health care. 
  • Bensenville seniors only need to travel a few minutes to find excellent health care facilities, such as the Wood Dale Medical Center and VNA Health Care. Nearby Chicago is also home to several world-class facilities, including the Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Rush University Medical Center.
  • Bensenville’s climate can be cold and snowy in the winter, and summers can be humid, with temperatures averaging 84 degrees. Although May to August is a rainy season, Bensenville averages 3.7 inches of rain per month. In contrast, the summer months also see a significant amount of sun — over 15 hours per day in the height of the season.
  • Sales tax is high when compared to other states, but Illinois doesn’t tax retirement income, including Social Security benefits and income from retirement savings accounts.

Paying for Assisted Living in Bensenville

The 2021 Genworth Cost of Care Survey findings shows that the average fee for assisted living in Bensenville is $4,825 per month. When compared to the state and national averages of $4,488 and $4,500, respectively, Bensenville seniors should budget an additional $337 per month.

The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities

Although above average at $4,825, Bensenville isn’t the costliest location in Illinois for assisted living. Cities such as Rockford at $5,250 per month and Springfield at $5,110 per month have significantly higher fees. However, Kankakee seniors typically pay $4,623, and in Peoria, $4,131 per month is the norm.

Bensenville

$4,825

Illinois

$4,488

United States

$4,500

Rockford

$5,250

Kankakee

$4,623

Peoria

$4,131

Springfield

$5,110

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Assisted living costs compare favorably with almost all other types of senior care, particularly nursing homes, where a semiprivate room typically costs $6,996. In-home care and home health care are also costlier, at $5,672 and $5,720, respectively. Only adult day health care is more affordable, averaging $1,842 per month. The savings reflect fewer service options during the day.

In-Home Care

$5,672

Home Health Care

$5,720

Adult Day Health Care

$1,842

Assisted Living Facility

$4,825

Nursing Home (semiprivate room)

$6,996

Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Bensenville

Residents of assisted living facilities in Bensenville may be able to access financial assistance through the Illinois Supportive Living Program. Additional help is also available to eligible Social Security recipients through the Optional State Supplement (OSS).

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

Paying for Assisted Living Facilities 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 Bensenville

Bensenville’s seniors can get help from a range of government agencies and nonprofit organizations that administer programs designed to support older citizens. Those listed here can help vets access benefits, in addition to helping all seniors get free loans of medical equipment and advice from attorneys. There’s also help for assisted living residents unhappy with aspects of their care and support for those who want to volunteer their time to help their communities.

ResourceContactService
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(800) 252-8966The Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program's purpose is to advocate for seniors in residential care facilities. The program's trained volunteers regularly visit facilities to educate seniors about their rights and investigate complaints made by them, their families and third parties. The source of the complaint is kept confidential when solutions are negotiated with care providers. The ombudsman can also supply copies of inspection reports for facilities seniors may be considering for their long-term care.
AgeGuide Northeastern Illinois(630) 293-5990AgeGuide is the Area Agency on Aging for Bensenville. It manages many programs designed to support seniors in the community. These include training seniors on digital technologies to help them connect with family and friends, referring older citizens to legal advisers who can assist with civil law matters and educating Medicare beneficiaries about fraud.
VA Benefits and Health Care(800) 827-1000The Chicago Regional Office administers an array of services for U.S. military veterans, in addition to referring them to local veteran services offices that can help them apply for the state and federal benefits they're entitled to. The office can also help vets access their health care services, including social services.
Health Equipment Loan Program(630) 628-3100Addison Fire Protection District operates a Health Equipment Loan Program, which provides free loans of assistive technologies to seniors in Bensenville and surrounding areas. Since the program relies on donations, availability may be limited, although common equipment, such as wheelchairs and canes, is generally easier to obtain.
AmeriCorps Seniors RSVP(847) 228-1006HandsOn Suburban Chicago, a local nonprofit, administers the RSVP program in DuPage County. It connects volunteers to other nonprofits, government agencies and hospitals that rely on help to fulfill their purposes. Seniors choose the time they can spare to help their communities and the program links them to organizations looking for people with their skills and expertise.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Bensenville

Bensenville Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Illinois are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page for more information about these laws.

Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Illinois

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Brian

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Review of Bridgeway of Bensenville

We toured the assisted living at Bridgeway of Bensenville. It was very nice. The staff showed us everything. We saw where to sign up first, the beauty shop, the floor that the assisted living...

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Sam Floyed

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

Review of Bridgeway of Bensenville

I recently moved my parents into a 2 bedroom apartment at Bridgeway Of Bensenville. They have made lots of new friends by attending all the daily activities. Dads vision has deteriorated recently...

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Tim Burkhalter

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

Review of Bridgeway of Bensenville

My mom has thrived since moving to Bridgeway, she is eating better than ever, meeting new friends and seems so happy now, best decision we could have helped her make. She has gained her...

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