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The 10 Best Nursing Homes in Elmhurst, IL for 2024

Located in Chicago’s western suburbs, Elmhurst boasts quiet residential neighborhoods with beautiful recreational parks. The city has a population of 45,326, with 16% being seniors. Although the cost of living is 24% higher than average, this is due to elevated prices for housing, goods and services. Nursing home residents avoid these costs and can find additional relief in lower health care charges and tax savings, as Illinois does not tax retirement income. Top-ranking Elmhurst Hospital provides advanced diagnostics and surgical services and has earned national recognition for its outstanding outpatient care.

Nursing homes provide accommodations in a secure community focused on senior health. According to Genworth’s 2021 Cost of Care Survey, nursing homes in Elmhurst charge $6,996 for a semiprivate room. Individuals who don’t need advanced medical services may benefit from the lower cost of assisted living instead. Additionally, seniors living at home can opt for home health care to obtain similar personal and medical help based on their needs.

The following guide provides a look into the costs of nursing home care and compares other long-term care options in Elmhurst. It also includes a list of resources for local agencies and community programs that benefit the senior community.

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Nursing Home Costs in Elmhurst, IL

A semiprivate room in a nursing home averages $6,996 per month in Elmhurst, while a private room averages $8,060.

The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Other Cities

The average monthly rate for a semiprivate room in an Elmhurst nursing home is $6,996 monthly. The average cost in Illinois is less at $6,266, and the national mean is higher at $7,908. A similar price of $6,965 per month is found in the capital city of Springfield. Nursing home prices tend to be highest in the northern part of the state, with Rockford residents paying $7,445 monthly. The lowest prices are found farther south, such as in Carbondale where the average cost is $5,171.

Elmhurst

$6,996

Illinois

$6,266

The United States

$7,908

Springfield

$6,965

Rockford

$7,445

Champaign

$6,083

Carbondale

$5,171

The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Other Cities

The average monthly rate for a semiprivate room in an Elmhurst nursing home is $6,996 monthly. The average cost in Illinois is less at $6,266, and the national mean is higher at $7,908. A similar price of $6,965 per month is found in the capital city of Springfield. Nursing home prices tend to be highest in the northern part of the state, with Rockford residents paying $7,445 monthly. The lowest prices are found farther south, such as in Carbondale where the average cost is $5,171.

Elmhurst

$6,996

Illinois

$6,266

The United States

$7,908

Springfield

$6,965

Rockford

$7,445

Champaign

$6,083

Carbondale

$5,171

Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Elmhurst, IL

Many seniors and their families use some form of financial assistance to help them pay for nursing care. The main options available are Medicare, Medicaid, and veterans benefits. These programs can be complicated, especially when it comes to benefit terms. Below, we give a brief overview of how these programs may be used towards paying for skilled nursing care.

  • Medicare: Medicare will typically cover all skilled nursing costs for the first 20 days of one’s stay in a nursing home and a portion of the costs until day 100. After 100 days in a skilled nursing facility, Medicare will not cover any part of the cost of the stay. While this is adequate when short-term care is needed, those in need of long-term care will need to either pay out-of-pocket or use another source of financial assistance.
  • Medicaid: Medicaid covers most of the costs of living in a skilled nursing facility for those who qualify. Care, room, and board are covered with no time limit, but residents may be charged for extras like specially prepared food or cosmetic services. Medicaid eligibility standards are strict and complex, so not all seniors are eligible for Medicaid benefits.
  • Veterans Benefits: Veterans receiving a VA pension may also be eligible for the Aid and Attendance benefit administered by the VA. Aid and Attendance is a monthly allowance that beneficiaries may use to pay for their long-term care, including skilled nursing care.

If these options aren’t available to you, check if your loved one has long-term care insurance or contact your Area Agency on Aging to ask about any local financial assistance programs for seniors.

Free & Low-Cost Resources for Seniors in Elmhurst, IL

The city of Elmhurst and DuPage County work together with nonprofit and volunteer organizations to provide programs and support services targeted toward senior residents. These programs offer informational resources on state health insurance and benefit programs and ways to pay for long-term health care, legal aid, discounted services, veterans benefits and meal programs at no cost.

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Metropolitan Family Services(331) 871-5537The city of Elmhurst's Office of Senior Services provides free counseling and information to seniors and caregivers. Consultations are done over the phone or by video conferencing Monday through Friday. The city offers discounted vehicle registration stickers, public transportation cards, park district memberships and tax rebates.
DuPage County Senior Services(630) 407-6500DuPage County offers several programs for seniors aged 60 and over. Counselors can assist with locating health service providers and long-term care facilities. They provide referrals to the local Ombudsman program and Meals on Wheels.
DuPage Senior Citizens Council(630) 620-0804Comprised of volunteers, this nonprofit group staffs the Meals on Wheels and community dining program, visits elderly residents for wellness checks and friendly social visits and administers programs assisting with minor home repairs, yard cleanup and pet food. The agency also hosts educational health and wellness presentations.
AgeGuide Northeastern Illinois(630) 293-5990AgeGuide is DuPage County's Aging and Disability Resource Center. It provides information and referrals to senior resources, including health service providers, community care programs, legal aid, advocacy programs and veteran-directed care.
Senior Health Insurance Program(800) 252-8966SHIP provides no-cost health insurance counseling for Medicare beneficiaries and their caregivers. Staffed by a network of trained volunteers with in-depth knowledge of the Medicare system, the program offers one-on-one counseling to enable individuals to apply for Medicare and receive its full benefits.
Prairie State Legal Services(630) 690-2130Prairie State Legal Services counsels and advocates for low-income, elderly and vulnerable people. They help seniors obtain and maintain health care coverage for long-term care, navigate power of attorney decisions and receive needed health care services. Individuals can initiate contact by calling the office or applying online through the Illinois Legal Aid website.

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Sabrina

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

Review of Bella Terra Elmhurst

My mother is in Bella Terra Elmhurst for rehabilitation. I feel that the physical therapy department is very good. However, the nursing staff has not been a good experience and they are short on...

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Charlene

I am/was a resident of this facility

Review of Elmhurst Extended Care Center

Elmhurst Extended Care Center was excellent. I was there for rehab and the people were very friendly and they got great food. It's a small place and I think that's why it's so very good and very...

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Al E.

I am/was a resident of this facility

Review of Park Place Health & Wellness Center

This was a very pleasant experience, in spite of health issues that brought me here. The admissions rep., Kim, was very helpful in coordinating the transfer from the hospital.

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