See our Wheaton assisted living or specialized care listings below:
Wheaton, which is based in a predominantly suburban area of Dupage County, has 4 facilities which offers residents an assortment of care options to choose from. Public transportation options may be limited, making it challenging to get around the city without a car or family member or friend. Based on information taken from recent studies there are many top rated nursing facilities, as well as hospitals in the nearby area.
Assisted Living Amenities & Services
Feeling secure at a residential care facility is mostly about finding the combination of amenities the resident needs that are available at a given location. Some of the amenities provided in Wheaton care facilities include:
- Hair cutting and other beauty services
- Pets allowed
- Doctors on-call as needed
It is also possible to find senior care facilities that caters to health needs. Access to on-call specialists like Nutritionists and Psychologists can also be arranged at many long term care facilities. If religion is important to you or your loved one, many care facilities offer devotional services on-site, with those that offer off-site services usually providing for a means for transportation. Some care facilities arrange for kosher meals. They may also allow dogs/cats, arrange activities, and provide parking for those who are still mobile. Also, some of the languages commonly spoken by staff in facilities in the area include:
- French
- Polish
- Russian
- Spanish
While not imperative, when contacting the facilities listed below it can be helpful to have the resident's medical history including any insurance, doctor, and contacts for any questions the facility onboarding manager might have. This can aid in planning any specialized care the individual might require.
Assisted Living Pricing in Wheaton
Based on recent surveys the cost of community care facilities in Wheaton can be around $3,400 per month. In contrast, the price for assisted living in neighboring Glen Ellyn is approximately $4,600 per month. Additionally, there could be a number of federal options to help supplement the cost of care for low-earning families. The list below has average costs in cities nearby Wheaton:
Assisted Living Pricing for Nearby Areas
| City |
Average Cost |
| Wheaton, IL |
$3,400 |
| Aurora, IL |
$3,900 |
| Bartlett, IL |
$5,800 |
| Bloomingdale, IL |
$4,600 |
| Carol Stream, IL |
$7,500 |
| Clarendon Hills, IL |
$4,600 |
| Downers Grove, IL |
$3,500 |
Source: Aggregated from the Genworth 2013, 2015 Cost of Care Survey, state licensing units, and from facility surveys. While we make every effort to ensure accuracy, please confirm details with facilities directly.
