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Located just 20 miles west of Chicago, Hinsdale is a village of just under 17,640 people. The Chicago suburb is known for its historic architecture, and its downtown district is featured on the National Register of Historic Places. Despite its small size, the village boasts 130 acres of parkland that further add to its charm. Seniors can look forward to a peaceful retirement in this quiet community, as well as easy access to everything that nearby Chicago has to offer. The larger city’s world-class medical facilities and top attractions, such as Wrigley Field and The Art Institute of Chicago, are just a short drive away.
The average cost of assisted living in the Chicago metro is $4,950. While this is pricier than the national average, seniors with greater financial resources may appreciate the idyllic setting and proximity to Chicago.
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Overall, the cost of assisted living in Illinois is fairly high, with seniors paying an average of $4,575 monthly. This is $275 more than the U.S. average of $4,300. Costs in neighboring Indiana ($4,382) and Wisconsin ($4,400) are closer to the national average.
In Hinsdale, seniors pay an average of $4,950 per month for assisted living. This is $375 higher than the state average. However, costs in other cities in northeastern Illinois, such as Kankakee ($4,841) and Rockford ($5,113) are similarly high. In other parts of the state, seniors may find lower prices. Costs are below the national average in the central Illinois cities of Champaign ($4,163) and Decatur ($4,269). To the south in Carbondale ($3,750), seniors pay the state’s lowest average price.
Note: Data for Hinsdale was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Chicago, was used instead.
The state of Illinois may cover assisted living services, including personal care and 24-hour supervision, through its Supportive Living Program. As a Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services waiver, the program aims to help seniors delay or avoid nursing home placement. Seniors may qualify if they’re certified to need nursing home-level care and are willing to live in a participating assisted living facility.
For more information, visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page.
| Contact | Description | |
| DuPage County Senior Services | (630) 407-6500 | As an affiliate of the local Area Agency on Aging, DuPage County Senior Services offers a number of programs for older adults. These include case management services, long-term care options counseling, and support for victims of elder abuse. Senior Services also maintains an online resource directory, Age Well DuPage, where seniors can find useful local, state and federal services and programs. |
| The Community House | (630) 323-7500 | This nonprofit organization offers an Active Adults program for seniors who want to try something new and make new friends. Seniors can take exercise classes, attend educational seminars or enjoy an afternoon movie with popcorn. The Community House also offers the AARP Driver Safety Program for seniors who want to brush up on their skills. An annual Active Adult membership costs $45 for individuals or $65 for couples. |
| Ride DuPage | (630) 407-6500 | Ride DuPage is a subsidized taxi and bus service that serves riders with physical or cognitive impairments. Eligible seniors can use the service to reach medical destinations throughout the county, including hospitals and doctor’s offices. Rides are available 24/7 and must be booked in advance. |
| Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) of West Suburban Cook and Southern DuPage Counties | (708) 456-0300 | Sponsored by Triton College, the local RSVP chapter offers an abundance of volunteering opportunities for older adults. Seniors can contribute their time to libraries, hospices, food pantries and other worthy organizations in Hinsdale. Not only do volunteers get the opportunity to feel valued and meet new people, they receive mileage reimbursement and supplemental auto insurance. |
| Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs – Wheaton Field Office | (630) 690-9449 | The Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs provides free benefits assistance to the state’s veterans. Hinsdale seniors can visit the nearby Wheaton field office to learn about the benefits they may be entitled to receive. Trained Veteran Service Officers are available to help seniors submit applications and claims. |
Hinsdale’s assisted living communities are subject to extensive rules and regulations, covering everything from food service to staffing requirements to resident rights. The Illinois Department of Health is responsible for ensuring facilities comply with these laws.
Visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page for details about these laws.
