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The 10 Best Nursing Homes in Evanston, IL for 2024

Evanston, IL, has close to 73,500 residents, and 11,460 of them are aged 65 and older. These seniors can receive comprehensive care at leading-edge medical facilities including Evanston Hospital and AMITA Health Saint Francis Hospital Evanston. They also have access to multiple highly rated geriatricians here and in nearby cities.

Nursing homes can accommodate individuals whose care needs require out-of-home placement but not hospitalization. These long-term care facilities provide skilled nurses, nursing aides, therapies and other services along with 24/7 monitoring. This elevated level of support typically costs significantly more than other senior accommodations, especially in Evanston. According to the Genworth Financial 2020 Cost of Care Survey, nursing home care in this city costs $8,076 per month, while the national average is $7,756. Home health care or assisted living can offer a more suitable and affordable option if nursing home-level care isn’t warranted.

This guide discusses different senior care options in Evanston and their costs. It also shares local government and nonprofit resources that support the city’s elders and their families.

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Nursing Home Costs in Evanston, IL

In Evanston, nursing home semiprivate rooms cost an average of $8,076, while private rooms cost $8,532 per month.

The Cost of Nursing Home Care in Nearby Cities

Comparing average monthly costs for nursing home semiprivate rooms, the average rate of $8,076 in Evanston is $320 above the national median of $7,756. The cost in the city also exceeds the Illinois state average of $6,235 by $1,841.

Evanston is among the most expensive areas for nursing home care in Illinois. The cost here is $2,251 higher than the $5,825 average in Rockford. Seniors in Evanston pay $1,536 more than those in Kankakee ($6,540), and $1,202 more than those in Danville. The largest difference is with the Carbondale area, where nursing homes charge just $5,232 per month, which is $2,844 less than facilities in Evanston.

Evanston

$8,076

Illinois

$6,235

United States

$7,756

Rockford

$5,825

Kankakee

$6,540

Danville

$6,874

Carbondale

$5,232

The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care

Comparing costs for nursing home care and other options helps many families in Evanston determine the best long-term solution for their loved one. Here, adult day health care is the most affordable arrangement at an average of $1,614 per month. Assisted living facilities charge an average of $4,950 per month, while home care costs $7 more at $4,957. Home health care costs are slightly higher at $5,053 per month. Nursing homes have the highest rates. A semiprivate room in Evanston has an average monthly cost of $8,076, and a private room costs $8,532.

Home care

$4,957

Home health care

$5,053

Adult day health care

$1,614

Assisted living

$4,950

Nursing home (semiprivate room)

$8,076

Nursing home (private room)

$8,532

Note: Care cost data for Evanston was not available, so data for the closest city, Chicago, was used instead.

Financial Assistance for Nursing Home Care in Evanston, 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 Resources for Seniors in Evanston, IL

Seniors and families in Evanston can turn to the following resources for a wide range of aging-related supports. These services may enable seniors to remain at home instead of entering a nursing home. Some programs assist with finding and paying for nursing home care once that becomes the best option.

ResourceContactService
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program(847) 448-8696Representatives of the Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program regularly visit nursing home facilities in the area. Ombudsmen inform and advise individuals and families considering nursing home placement or currently using this care option. They promote the rights and well-being of residents and work to resolve problems within the facility on behalf of seniors and their families.
AgeOptions(708) 383-0258As Cook County’s Area Agency on Aging, AgeOptions connects seniors and their caregivers with information, care coordination, in-home support, meal delivery programs, transportation, access to benefits and caregiver resources. These services may help seniors continue living independently in their own homes. AgeOptions also offers financial counseling, nursing home advocacy and healthcare fraud prevention services.
Center for Disability & Elder Law (CDEL)(312) 376-1880CDEL provides free civil legal assistance to Cook County’s low-income seniors. The organization offers guidance and full representation as needed on advance directives, end-of-life planning and adult guardianship. CDEL hosts community outreach initiatives including power of attorney workshops and legal clinics for veterans.

Reviews of Communities Nearby

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Stacey

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

Review of Dobson Plaza

The staff are incredible. My mom has severe dementia and they work with her like she is their own grandmother. Every, single, one of them. They just care. For real. This place is like none other.

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Bellene K.

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

Review of Dobson Plaza

Rooms are 2 residents. Private rooms are available but much more expensive. Room size was fine. Medicaid beds are usually 4 to a room but I was surprised to see that the medicaid patients...

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CGordon

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

Review of Dobson Plaza

When I had to make the difficult decision to move my dad into a long term care facility, I made sure to do my research. I visited several places and walked out extremely sad until I found Dobson...

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