Heritage Woods of Bolingbrook
550 Kildeer Drive, Bolingbrook, IL, 60440
3.7
(6 reviews)
"Heritage Woods was a very nice place, and I liked this one the best. There was a pool and a movie place. ..."
READ MOREAssisted living communities serve older adults who are mobile and generally healthy but struggle with the day-to-day tasks required to run a household. Seniors receive help with the activities of daily living, laundry, housekeeping, and other services, freeing them to enjoy their retirement. The average cost of assisted living in Lemont is $4,950 per month, slightly above the state average of $4,575.
This guide explores the cost of assisted living in Lemont and other cities, the cost of other types of senior care and the benefits and drawbacks of choosing Lemont as a retirement destination. It also lists some useful resources for seniors who live in the city.
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550 Kildeer Drive, Bolingbrook, IL, 60440
3.7
(6 reviews)
"Heritage Woods was a very nice place, and I liked this one the best. There was a pool and a movie place. ..."
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3.7
(3 reviews)
"Lacey Creek is clean, friendly, and had everything my sister needed. It's very nice, the staff was friendly, and cordial. The dining area was very nice...."
READ MOREAssisted living facilities in Lemont are regulated by the Illinois Division of Assisted Living, which is a part of the Department of Public Health. The Division of Assisted Living sets rules and requirements related to staff training, medication administration, accommodation standards and health and safety. Facilities are inspected regularly to ensure these requirements are being met.
According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2020, the average monthly cost of assisted living in Lemont is $4,950, making it one of the more expensive cities in Illinois, where the average cost is $4,575. The national median cost of assisted living is $4,300.
Assisted living communities in Lemont charge almost 10% more than the Illinois average. Carbondale, in the far south, is one of Illinois’ cheapest cities for assisted living, with fees of $3,750 per month. Kankakee and Springfield have typical fees of $4,841 and $4,860, respectively. Bloomington has some of the highest fees, at $4,968 per month.
Lemont
$4,950
Illinois
$4,575
The United States
$4,300
Carbondale
$3,750
Kankakee
$4,841
Springfield
$4,860
Bloomington
$4,968
There are several types of long-term care for seniors to choose from. Adult day care services cost just $1,614 for daytime care in the community. Homemaker services are similar to assisted living but provided in the senior’s own home for $4,957, or $5,053 if some health care is included. Nursing home facilities offer 24-hour skilled nursing care, with semiprivate rooms costing $8,076 and private rooms costing $8,532.
Homemaker Services
$4,957
Home Health Aide
$5,053
Adult Day Health Care
$1,614
Assisted Living Facility
$4,950
Nursing Home (semiprivate room)
$8,076
Nursing Home (private room)
$8,532
Note: Care cost data for Lemont was not available, so data for the closest city, Chicago, was used instead.
Eligible seniors in Lemont may qualify for the Illinois Supportive Living Program or Community Care Program, both of which help pay for daily care assistance that is not typically covered by Medicaid or Medicare.
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.
Seniors living in Lemont can take advantage of advice and support services from a variety of local government and nonprofit organizations. These groups offer community services, benefits counseling, wellness sessions and other forms of support for free or for a nominal fee.
Resource | Contact | Service |
---|---|---|
Pathlights | (708) 361-0219 | Pathlights runs several services for older adults, including home-delivered meals, weatherization and home repairs and energy assistance programs. It also offers options counseling, benefits assistance and help for seniors who are considering transitioning to a long-term care facility. In addition to running its own programs, Pathlights can offer signposting and referrals to other organizations such as SHIP or the Long Term Care Ombudsman. |
Age Options | (708) 383-0258 | Age Options is a nonprofit organization that helps older adults retain their independence and enjoy a higher quality of life in their retirement years. It runs a variety of programs and services including options and health counseling, benefits assistance and educational classes. It also runs the Senior Medicaid Patrol. |
Chicago Vet Center | (773) 963-3740 | The Chicago Vet Center helps veterans and their families understand the benefits and support that is available to them from the VA. It helps with applications for Aid and Attendance benefits, disability payments and access to health services. It can also assist with benefit appeals and recommend other support services that veterans and their families may qualify for help from. |
Lemont-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.
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Brian
5
Review of Franciscan Village
The tour I had at Franciscan Village was very good. It was organized, and caring and had an overarching feeling of a faith community, which was very attractive to both my mom and myself. It just so...
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Sarah
5
Review of Franciscan Village
Franciscan Village was very nice. It was clean and organized. They have two buildings, but they separate them into three. I saw all of them, but we took my mom for a tour only in building three. It...
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5
Review of Franciscan Village
I found Franciscan Village for my mom. The care and the food were highly rated. She moved in last month. The staff is good. My mom loves the food. They have lots of activities. They have...