Rockford is a city in northern Illinois that is known for its numerous sites of historical and cultural significance. The city has a population of 145,609, and about 16.7% of residents are aged 65 and older. According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey 2020, the average monthly cost of nursing home care in Rockford is $5,825, which is significantly less than the national average of $7,756. Seniors living in Rockford have easy access to healthcare services at Mercy Health Hospital Javon Bea, which is rated as high-performing in two procedures by USN.
Nursing home care provides a high level of medical care and assistance for seniors who are very frail or are suffering from a chronic illness. This type of care is provided by registered nurses, and it is often the most expensive option for long-term senior care. Seniors living in Rockford who don’t require such a high level of care may want to look at alternative care options such as assisted living and home care services.
This guide provides information on the average monthly costs of nursing home care in Rockford and nearby cities, as well as the average costs of alternative care options.
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4141 N Rockton Ave, Rockford, IL, 61103
4.4
(28 reviews)
"My dad is in Wesley Willows. They are very supportive of people moving in and helping the family get everything all lined up and settled on a very timely basis. The problem we're having is, that once there becomes a medical issue, the family loses a ..."
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3470 NORTH ALPINE ROAD, Rockford, IL, 61114
4.5
(11 reviews)
"My mother has been a resident of Fairhaven in Rockford for 3 months now. She's in hospice now because she's gone downhill. She really went down during her stay at another facility so it wasn't Fairhaven's fault, they don't know my mom. When she got t..."
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4401 NORTH MAIN STREET, Rockford, IL, 61103
4.3
(6 reviews)
"My mother was in River Bluff nursing home. Everyone was very friendly and loved my mom. My younger sister lived nearby, so they contacted her if anything happened. They corresponded with my sister and kept her informed on any medication that was bein..."
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1311 PARKVIEW AVENUE, Rockford, IL, 61107
3.0
(22 reviews)
"I checked out P A Peterson at the Citadel. I was pleasantly surprised that it was a very nice and clean place. It looked like they were very attentive to the patient's needs. I also thought they would help mom get more help that she needs to maybe ha..."
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550 South Mulford, Rockford, IL, 61108
2.4
(19 reviews)
"Staff was outstanding! Got totally rehabilitaded! Thanks for everything ..."
READ MORE5668 STRATHMOOR DRIVE, Rockford, IL, 61107
3.3
(4 reviews)
"My dad is currently here and in the dementia locked unit. Not that it's OK, but ALL nursing homes are understaffed. Period. My dad is happier here than he was at a different nursing home. He has constant activities keeping him moving around. We take ..."
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1660 SOUTH MULFORD, Rockford, IL, 61108
2.8
(5 reviews)
"I went to River Crossing of Rockford. They are under new management, they're under a total rehab, they have private rooms, unlike any other one we went to that did not have private rooms. It cost more. They're not done with their rehab right now, so ..."
READ MORE6840 N. Lincoln Ave, Rockford, IL, 60712
2.7
(3 reviews)
"This is a very warm and caring facility. My pops felt right at home. Thank you Fairview ..."
READ MORE3650 North Alpine Road, Rockford, IL, 61114
2.7
(3 reviews)
"I wouldn't advise anyone to take their loved one anywhere else. Are you guaranteed a private room? No, but if there are issues they address them right away. I have been so impressed with the care the residents receive. The outpatient therapy is such ..."
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707 West Riverside Boulevard, Rockford, IL, 61103
2.5
(2 reviews)
"My father was at Asta Care Center. The staff was great. His room was spacious and clean. He even was allowed to bring his own big-screened TV and everything. He is a little diabetic, so he doesn't want to walk around too much, but they had him going ..."
READ MORE4405 HIGHCREST ROAD, Rockford, IL, 61107
"Ascension Living - Saint Anne Place is a senior living provider located in Rockford, IL. It offers skilled nursing care and short-term rehab..."
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6131 PARK RIDGE ROAD, Loves Park, IL, 61111
2.0
(1 reviews)
"My parents used to be residents of East Bank Center. They were both there and they forgot to give my mom her thyroid medication and so she went way downhill. That place was awful. I had to call the nursing home government to report them because she c..."
READ MOREThe average monthly cost of nursing home care in Rockford is $5,825 for a semiprivate room and $8,144 for a private room.
Seniors who are looking at nursing home care in Rockford may be interested in knowing how the average monthly cost of care in the city relates to care costs in nearby cities. Using the average monthly cost of a semiprivate room as a price comparison point, the cost of care in Rockford is lower than the national average of $7,756 and the Illinois state average of $6,235.
The average monthly costs of nursing home care in Chicago ($8,076), Peoria ($6,737), Kankakee ($6,540) and Bloomington ($6,996) are all higher than in Rockford.
Rockford
$5,825
Illinois
$6,235
The United States
$7,756
Chicago
$8,076
Peoria
$6,737
Kankakee
$6,540
Bloomington
$6,996
Those who are still undecided regarding nursing home care may be interested in the costs of alternative care options in Rockford. The lowest cost option is adult day care which has an average monthly cost of $1,647, and assisted living is a popular option with a monthly average cost of $5,113. Home care and home health care services have an average monthly cost of $4,872 and $5,039, respectively. Nursing home care is the costliest option at a monthly average charge of $5,825 for a semiprivate room and $8,144 for a private room.
Adult day care
$1,647
Assisted living
$5,113
Home care
$4,872
Home health care
$5,039
Nursing home semiprivate
$5,825
Nursing home private
$8,144
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.
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.
The resources provided below may be of interest to seniors who are looking for services that can assist them in staying safely in their own homes for as long as possible. One resource looks at information assistance for those who have decided to move to a nursing home care facility and are looking at financial options.
| Resource | Contact | Service |
|---|---|---|
| Nutrition Program | (815) 226-4901 | The Northwestern Illinois Area on Agency provides a free nutrition program to seniors aged 60 and over in the area. Those seniors who are physically able to leave their homes can enjoy a meal and socialization at one of the congregate meal sites in the city of Rockford. Volunteer drivers deliver meals to homebound seniors on a daily basis from Monday to Friday. Each meal provides a third of the daily nutritional requirements of an adult. The volunteers are able to check on the welfare of seniors as they deliver the meals to seniors and can report any issues they may find to the relevant authorities. |
| SHIP | (815) 963-1609 | Lifescape is a non-profit organization that runs the SHIP program in Rockford. The program aims to provide free and unbiased information on state health insurance plans to seniors and their caregivers. Staff members provided one-on-one assistance to help seniors reduce their daily medical expenses by helping them to apply for benefit programs they are eligible for. The counselors can also explain the financial assistance options available to seniors who have decided to move to a long-term nursing care facility. |
| Transportation | (815) 963-1609 | The Lifescape Transportation program provides personal and group door-to-door transport options to seniors in Rockford. Transport is provided to medical appointments, grocery stores, community activities and beauty appointments. A caseworker is assigned to each senior to ensure that their personal transport requirements are met and to help them book rides with the service. There is no charge for the service, but donations are suggested for those who can afford to assist the program. |
Nursing Homes
Gloria
4
Review of River Bluff Nursing Home
My daughter moved into River Bluff Nursing Home. The staff seems to have a genuine interest in the patients. My daughter feels very comfortable and relaxed. That's where she wants to be, a nursing...
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Jody
5
Review of P A Peterson at the Citadel
I checked out P A Peterson at the Citadel. I was pleasantly surprised that it was a very nice and clean place. It looked like they were very attentive to the patient's needs. I also thought they...
Nursing Homes
Lisa Rheana
1
Review of P A Peterson at the Citadel
The rooms are falling apart and smell of strong urine. The grounds look close to the same. Nursing staff swears in front of and around residents. Bathing is rarely done and complained about when...
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