Assisted living facilities provide seniors personalized care in a residential setting. Common services include bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing and ambulation. Housekeeping, laundry and meal services are also available. Assisted living may be the best alternative for older adults who can no longer live on their own but don’t need the 24-hour medical care provided by nursing homes. Naperville’s area seniors pay approximately $4,825 per month for assisted living care, which is $337 more than the Illinois average of $4,488.
This guide provides information about assisted living, the benefits and drawbacks of retiring in the city and free and low-cost resources available to help older adults living in Naperville.
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504 N. River Rd, Naperville, IL, 60563
"It was a whirlwind of activity between mom's Alzheimers diagnosis and getting her into Storypoint. Staff were caring and instrumental in making it happen. Storypoint was recommended by the psych facility that preceded mom's move. I toured Storypo..."
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1030 Aurora Avenue, Naperville, IL, 60540
"When we founded Independence Village more than quarter century ago, we made it our commitment to do all we could to ensure our residents’ se..."
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960 East Chicago Avenue, Naperville, IL, 60540
4.5
(22 reviews)
"Sunrise of Naperville is very homey and comfortable. All the staff knew all the residents. They had several nice nooks and areas with comfortable chairs and things that the residents could go and sit in if somebody came to visit them. They had a nice..."
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535 West Ogden Avenue, Naperville, IL, 60563
"We moved my father-in-law into Sunrise of Naperville North, and it's been great. The staff members seem fantastic. I have no complaints. I loved the food I had. They have chair exercises, cooking classes, they make Christmas cards, and they have a wa..."
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1619 N Mill Street, Naperville, IL, 60563
4.8
(9 reviews)
"My mom has moved into HarborChase of Naperville. She seems very happy there. She loves the food, and she has participated in a few activities. She loves it. There's an outside patio area that is private and is off of her room, so she can go outside a..."
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1936 Brookdale Rd., Naperville, IL, 60563
3.5
(6 reviews)
"At Auberge at Naperville, residents enjoy an active, engaging lifestyle that promotes wellness and independence. It is our goal to keep our ..."
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1347 Crystal Court, Naperville, IL, 60563
4.3
(23 reviews)
"I was there for post-operative care and was treated excellently...."
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2920 Leverenz Rd, Naperville, IL, 60564
4.7
(14 reviews)
"staff went above and beyond and friendly. food was excellent. welcoming, friendly environment...."
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60 North Nicoll Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL, 60137
"Brookdale Glen Ellyn was a very, very nice facility. The tour that I had was excellent. We just showed up and they were super nice to take the time out to give us the tour. The person who assisted us was very warm, informative, and outgoing. I would ..."
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1700 Robin Lane, Lisle, IL, 60532
4.2
(49 reviews)
"Brookdale Lisle would have been my number-one pick. It was a luxury assisted living facility and probably the best in the area. It included extra things like a separate storage area, which was just kind of nice. The food menu was fabulous. Some of th..."
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95 Carleton Avenue, Glen Ellyn, IL, 60137
4.6
(32 reviews)
"Atria Park has been an exceptional experience for my mom's stay. The facilities are very nice, the staff is attentive, caring and professional, and management has been exceptional to work with. She's eating better and feeling better than she was be..."
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831 East Butterfield Road, Wheaton, IL, 60187
"My father moved into Brighton Gardens of Wheaton. The place is very modern. His apartment is a studio, and it is very clean and well thought out. Considering the difficulties people of his age may have, small things like the bathroom light is on an a..."
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545 Belmont Lane, Carol Stream, IL, 60188
4.3
(26 reviews)
"My husband is a resident and we were fortunate to transition from rehab to Belmont during Covid. While a stressful time for all they made residents care primary. Everyone we have encountered has been friendly, they know everyone’s name.! During th..."
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2210 Fountain Square Dr, Lombard, IL, 60148
3.9
(32 reviews)
"We took a tour of Sunrise at Fountain Square. We had a wonderful time when we met with the woman who gave us the tour. When we were looking around, they were all being very well taken care of. There were Spanish-speaking residents there, and they tol..."
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925 6th Avenue, Aurora, IL, 60505
4.0
(25 reviews)
"Sunnymere was a nice place, and it looked very homey. The inside looked like it had been updated, and it was very nice. I enjoyed it very much. It just felt very comfortable. Outside was amazing. The property sits on a golf course, and it's at the en..."
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275 S. LaSalle Street, Aurora, IL, 60505
3.9
(27 reviews)
"Jennings Terrace was clean and the people were friendly. The girl that gave me the tour was very friendly, very good, and thorough as to what goes on there daily. It was easy to get around in there. It was all on one level. I looked at the menu. They..."
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6300 Clarendon Hills Road, Willowbrook, IL, 60527
4.2
(21 reviews)
"Sunrise of Willowbrook was very friendly, nice, and clean. It was all good. I only met the director and a couple of people passing by, but everyone seemed very friendly. They had a nice little dining area and a little library. Everything looked very ..."
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555 Foxworth Blvd., Lombard, IL, 60148
4.0
(23 reviews)
"I liked Lexington Square of Lombard. It's a multilevel facility. They had five floors, so it was a little different. Some of the other ones had one or two floors, but this one was a little bit bigger. They had a really big atrium in the middle and it..."
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865 N. Cass Ave, Westmont, IL, 60559
4.4
(16 reviews)
"My mother is in Cordia Senior Residence. I'm satisfied with the care. They have a lot of activities for the seniors. The staff is fine. Her room is perfect. They have a library, a grand piano, and excellent food. Somebody comes in to do a performance..."
READ MOREAssisted living facilities in Naperville are governed by the Division of Assisted Living, a branch of the Illinois Department of Health, located in Springfield. This office is responsible for the licensing of assisted living facilities throughout the state. Regular and unannounced inspections are administered to make sure facilities abide by state rules and regulations.
According to Genworth’s Cost of Care Survey, assisted living in Naperville costs an average of $4,825 per month. The approximate cost in Illinois is $4,488 per month and the national monthly median is about $4,500.
At $4,825 per month, assisted living in Naperville costs more than the state average of $4,488 and the national median of $4,500. Decatur is the least expensive option with an average monthly rate of $4,382. Kankakee’s average is $4,623 per month. The most expensive city in Illinois is Rockford, at about $5,250 per month.
Naperville
$4,825
Illinois
$4,488
The United States
$4,500
Decatur
$4,382
Kankakee
$4,623
Rockford
$5,250
Seniors in Naperville have access to other long-term care options. Older adults who wish to receive care in their homes can pay $5,720 for home health aide services or a lower rate of $5,672 for homemaker services. At $1,842 per month, adult day health care is the most affordable option for those who only need weekday supervision. Seniors who require the higher level of care provided by nursing homes pay the highest monthly rate at $6,996 for a semiprivate room and $8,060 for a private room.
Homemaker Services
$5,672
Home Health Aide
$5,720
Adult Day Health Care
$1,842
Assisted Living Facility
$4,825
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$6,996
Nursing Home Facility (private room)
$8,060
Naperville seniors who meet eligibility requirements may qualify for financial assistance to help pay for assisted living care in Illinois. The Supportive Living Program (SLP) is a Medicaid waiver program that may be used to pay for the type of care available in an assisted living facility. Additionally, the Illinois Medicaid-Medicare Alignment Initiative (MMAI) is available to eligible seniors and disabled individuals in DuPage County.Â
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.
Naperville seniors have access to many resources to help them pay for long-term care. Local government agencies and nonprofit organizations offer free or low-cost services that include information about assisted living facilities, recreational activities, benefits counseling and wellness programs.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois Department on Aging | (800) 252-8966 | The Illinois Department on Aging serves and advocates for older adults and those who care for them. It provides information and referrals regarding Community Care programs, legal assistance, health insurance, benefits access and other older adult services. |
| Senior Services and Resources | (630) 848-3613 | The City of Naperville's Senior Services and Resources program provides information about senior care options, elder rights and health benefits. It also helps seniors connect with assistance programs that help with finances, taxes, legal, food, VA benefits, housing and household maintenance, as well as recreational opportunities and transportation services. |
| HealthChoice Illinois | (800) 843-6154 | HealthChoice Illinois is available to Medicaid-eligible seniors. Long-term care services available through this program include financial assistance with activities of daily living, home health care and adult day care. |
| Veterans Administration | (800) 698-2411 | The Veterans Administration helps qualifying veterans and their spouses receive financial support with senior care, including the Aid & Attendance benefit, which may be available to veterans in assisted living. VA representatives provide seniors with available residential options. |
| Illinois Senior HelpLine | (800) 252-8966 | The Illinois Senior HelpLine is offered through the Illinois Department on Aging. Representatives assess individual cases to provide appropriate resources and literature so older adults can have access to care, programs and services. Elder abuse can also be reported through the hotline. |
Naperville 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
Martha
5
Review of Sunrise of Naperville
Sunrise of Naperville is very homey and comfortable. All the staff knew all the residents. They had several nice nooks and areas with comfortable chairs and things that the residents could go and...
Provider response
Martha, thank you for taking the time to share your positive experience at Sunrise of Naperville. We are thrilled to hear that you found our community to be homey and comfortable, with attentive...
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kgott
5
Review of Arbor Terrace Naperville
staff went above and beyond and friendly. food was excellent. welcoming, friendly environment.
Provider response
We're thrilled to hear about your positive experience with our staff and the quality of our food. It's our top priority to create a welcoming and friendly environment for everyone who walks through...
Assisted Living
Elizabeth
4
Review of StoryPoint Naperville
When I walked into StoryPoint Naperville, there was a big group of people engaging in a social activity and they were having fun, and they were expressing themselves. It just seemed like a place...
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