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Assisted Living in Alton, Illinois



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The United Methodist Village - Godfrey, IL

The United Methodist Village

5410 Epworth Ct

Godfrey, IL 62035

1-855-224-5130

Located at 5410 Epworth Ct, The United Methodist Village is a senior housing facility in Godfrey, Illinois. With an average per-household income of $54,205, the community is in a generally middle income area. It has an average population ...

3 miles away from Alton, IL

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Madison Terrace - Wood River, IL

Madison Terrace

95 N Main St

Wood River, IL 62095

1-855-224-5130

Madison Terrace is located at 95 N Main St in Wood River, Illinois. It is a 4 unit senior care facility. With around 12,000 residents in the zip code of 62095, the neighboring area has a medium-density population. ...

4 miles away from Alton, IL

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Provision Living at Godfrey - Godfrey, IL

Provision Living at Godfrey

1373 Dadrian Professional Park

Godfrey, IL 62035

1-855-221-7955

Located at 1373 Dadrian Professional Park, Provision Living at Godfrey is a senior care community serving Godfrey, Illinois. With a median household income of $54,205, the community is in a predominantly middle class area. It has an average ...

4 miles away from Alton, IL

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Morningside of Godfrey - Godfrey, IL

Morningside of Godfrey

1373 D'adrian Professional Park

Godfrey, IL 62035

1-855-238-4376

Located at 1373 D'adrian Professional Park, Morningside of Godfrey is a senior housing facility in Godfrey, Illinois. The facility is in a mostly middle class area, with a median per-household income of $54,205. It has an average population ...

4 miles away from Alton, IL

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United Methodist Village - Godfrey, IL

United Methodist Village

5201 Asbury Ave Ofc

Godfrey, IL 62035

1-855-238-4376

United Methodist Village is a senior housing facility located at 5201 Asbury Ave Ofc in Godfrey, Illinois. With an average per-family income of $54,205, the community is in a predominantly middle income area. It has an average population ...

4 miles away from Alton, IL

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The Fountains at Godfrey - Godfrey, IL

The Fountains at Godfrey

1000 Airport Rd

Godfrey, IL 62035

1-855-240-2530

Located at 1000 Airport Rd, The Fountains at Godfrey is a senior care community serving Godfrey, Illinois. The encompassing area has a medium-density population, with about 17,000 residents in the zip code of 62035. It is a largely ...

5 miles away from Alton, IL

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Midwest Foot and Ankle Care - St Louis, MO

Midwest Foot and Ankle Care

12444 Lusher Rd

St Louis, MO 63138

1-855-224-5130

Midwest Foot and Ankle Care is a senior care community located at 12444 Lusher Rd in St Louis, Missouri. The encompassing area is heavily populated, with around 21,000 poeple living in the 63138 zip code. With an average ...

8 miles away from Alton, IL

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Delmar Gardens North - Florissant, MO

Delmar Gardens North

4401 Parker Rd

Florissant, MO 63033

1-855-240-2530

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Delmar Gardens North is a 199 bed senior community. It is located at 4401 Parker Rd in Florissant, Missouri. The neighboring area has a dense population, with roughly 44,000 individuals residing in the 63033 zip code. With ...

10 miles away from Alton, IL

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Garden Villas North - Florissant, MO

Garden Villas North

4505 Parker Rd

Florissant, MO 63033

1-855-243-3078

Located at 4505 Parker Rd, Garden Villas North is a senior care community serving Florissant, Missouri. With around 44,000 residents in the 63033 zip code, the neighboring area has a dense population. It is a predominantly middle class ...

10 miles away from Alton, IL

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St Catherine Retirement Community - Florissant, MO

St Catherine Retirement Community

3350 St Catherine St

Florissant, MO 63033

1-855-240-2530

St Catherine Retirement Community is a senior care facility located at 3350 St Catherine St in Florissant, Missouri. The neighboring area is heavily populated, with approximately 44,000 people residing in the zip code of 63033. It is a ...

11 miles away from Alton, IL

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DeSmet Retirement Community - Florissant, MO

DeSmet Retirement Community

1425 North New Florissant Rd

Florissant, MO 63033

1-855-241-4685

DeSmet Retirement Community is a senior housing community located at 1425 North New Florissant Rd in Florissant, Missouri. With roughly 44,000 individuals living in the zip code of 63033, the surrounding area is densely populated. It is a ...

11 miles away from Alton, IL

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Alton, Illinois, is an appealing choice for older adults who are looking for an affordable community that offers a high quality of life. This city is home to 27,932 residents, including 4,500 seniors. The community has a convenient location on the Mississippi River that provides many recreational opportunities. Since the city is less than 20 miles from downtown St. Louis, residents have easy access to a number of medical facilities, including the high-performing Christian Hospital. The city also has a highly rated fire department that ranks among the top 2% in the nation.

Although Alton is home to just two assisted living facilities, more than a dozen others are located in the surrounding area. It’s also an affordable choice for seniors who require long-term care. The average facility in the community charges $3,750 per month, which is 13% lower than the U.S. median and 18% lower than the rest of the state.



The SeniorScore for Alton, IL



Seniors who want to learn more about the local area can check Alton’s SeniorScore. This proprietary livability index rates communities on more than 100 factors that are relevant to older adults. Alton scores 74 points overall, which is on par with the state median and two points higher than other parts of the country. General Quality of Life is the city’s best-performing category with an identical score. Residents enjoy a temperate climate with average rainfall, pleasant summers and relatively mild winters. Since the population density is average, commute times are short.

Recreation & Leisure received a favorable grade of 67 based on the number of parks, churches and shopping centers. The community has two dozen fitness centers, seven shopping malls, three movie theaters and nearly 70 golf courses. Additionally, the city has an average population of seniors who account for about 27% of the population.

The Health & Safety score trails slightly behind at 63 due in part to the city's above-average crime rates. Local seniors are served by four hospitals, a high number of fire stations and a strong number of Medicare-registered physicians and home health care providers. Residents can also choose from nearly 50 senior living facilities. These factors may contribute to the city’s above-average life expectancy of 79 years.

Finances is Alton’s weakest area with a score of 57. Property and sales tax rates here are higher than average. Although the cost of living is very low, residents earn less than the typical American. However, long-term care prices, including assisted living, are more affordable than average. These factors can help seniors stretch their retirement income while enjoying a high quality of life.



SeniorScore™ for Alton, Illinois



The SeniorScore™ is calculated based on over 100 variables, some of which are shown below. The final score is curved based on a linear curving method. For More info visit senioradvice.com/seniorscore.

74

SeniorScore™ Overview

  • Alton scores lower than the Illinois average of 74.
  • Alton scores higher than the national average of 72.
63

Health & Safety

  • There is a high number of Medicare registered physicians within the city limits.
  • There are 4 hospitals within close range of the city, including Alton Memorial Hospital, Saint Anthony's Health Center, and Alton Mental Health Center.
  • There are 47 senior living facilities in close proximity to the city, including Rosewood Care Center of Alton, The United Methodist Village, and United Methodist Village.
  • There is a high number of home healthcare providers operating in the city.
  • There is a very high number of fire stations serving the city.
  • The average life expectancy is 79.0, compared to the national average of 78.6.
  • There are 116 pharmacies within close range of the city.
  • The area has a high property crime rate.
  • The area has a high violent crime rate.
67

Recreation & Leisure

  • The city has an average percentage of seniors in the population (27% of residents).
  • There are 69 golf courses in or around the city, including Alton Municipal Golf Course, Roseland Golf Course, and Rock Spring Golf Course.
  • There are 11 parks near the city center, including Rock Springs Park, Godfrey Park & Recreation Department, and Nilo Farms.
  • There are 83 churches in or near the city, including Alton First Southern Baptist, Alton Med Center, and Brown Street Baptist Church.
  • There are 7 malls / shopping centers within close range of the city.
  • There are 46 grocery stores within the city.
  • There are 3 movie theatres in or near the city.
  • There are 24 gyms or health clubs in or near the city.
57

Finances

  • The property taxes average 3.46% of total income, which is significantly higher than the national average of 2.79%.
  • The property taxes average 1.75% of property value, which is significantly lower than the national average of 1.09%.
  • The city sales taxes averages 8.63%, which is significantly higher than the national average of 6.97%.
  • Illinois has an average state income tax of 3.59%, compared to the national average of 3.38%.
  • The city's mean household income is $51,487, which is significantly lower than the national average of $64,580.
  • The city's median household income is $40,113, which is significantly lower than the national median of $51,560.
  • The city's per capita income is $22,111, which is significantly lower than the national average of $25,611.
  • Assisted living costs average $38,844 per year, which are low compared to national figures.
  • Nursing home costs average $63,875 per year, which are very low compared to national costs.
  • Adult daycare costs average $16,640 per year, which are average compared to national numbers.
  • Home healthcare costs average $43,472 annually, which are low compared to national costs.
  • The unemployment rate is about 9.35%, which is high compared to national averages.
  • The overall cost of living is very low compared to national averages.
  • 1% of the senior population are financially responsible for at least one grandchild.
74

General Quality of Life

  • Alton receives average levels of rainfall each year.
  • Alton has average mean temperatures, with comfortable winters and pleasant summers.
  • This city has very poor air quality.
  • This city has very good water quality.
  • Alton has an average population density of 778.5 people per square mile.
  • Residents of Alton have a short daily commute time.
  • Alton has a very high public school quality ranking.
  • The city has a low public school safety rating.
  • This city has an average graduation rate of 88.05%.

 
 

Assisted Living Costs in Alton, IL



As Alton is part of the St. Louis, Missouri, metropolitan area, seniors here pay the same rate of $3,750 per month for assisted living. This is $550 lower than the national average of $4,300 and $825 lower than the Illinois median of $4,575. Estimates are based on data from Genworth Financial’s 2020 Cost of Care Survey, which tracks assisted living prices in more than 400 metropolitan areas.

Assisted living prices in central and southern Illinois vary considerably. Depending on the city, prices can differ by almost $1,400 per month. Alton and nearby Carbondale are among the cheapest options with a shared monthly average of $3,750, followed by Peoria at $3,800. Prices increase by $413 in Champaign ($4,163) and $519 in Decatur ($4,269). Springfield is considerably more expensive with an average of $4,860 per month, and in Bloomington, the price increases to $4,968. This equates to a difference of $1,218 or about 33%. Rockford is even more expensive with an average assisted living cost of $5,113 per month.

  • Alton/St. Louis, MO: $3,750
  • Carbondale: $3,750
  • Springfield: $4,860
  • Decatur: $4,269
  • Champaign: $4,163
  • Peoria: $3,800
  • Bloomington: $4,968
  • Rockford: $5,113

 
 

Free Assisted Living Resources in Alton, IL



AgeSmart Community Resources

AgeSmart serves as the Area Agency on Aging for seniors in Alton and surrounding communities in southwest Illinois. It helps seniors access services funded by the Older Americans Act, including transportation, legal advice and Medicare counseling. It also offers programs to support health, wellness, community involvement and lifelong learning.

801 W. State St., O'Fallon, IL 62269

(618) 222-2561

http://www.agesmart.org/

Senior Services Plus Inc.

Senior Services Plus has been serving the local community for more than 50 years. It manages the area’s Foster Grandparents program that matches seniors with local students who need tutoring or mentoring. Its long-term care ombudsman program provides information to current and prospective assisted living residents, and it helps to resolve disputes. The organization also operates a wellness center and an information and assistance hotline that serves seniors who need help with Medicare, government benefits or long-term care decision-making. 

2603 N. Rodgers Ave., Alton, IL 62002

(618) 465-3298

https://www.seniorservicesplus.org/

Gateway Regional Medical Center, Our Healthy Circle 

Our Healthy Circle is a nationwide program available through the Gateway Regional Medical Center in Granite City. It offers recreational programs and fitness classes for adults aged 50 and older. For just $13.50 per year, members gain access to a personal health adviser, free notary services and discounts on dental, vision and prescription drugs. The program also sponsors health fairs, educational classes and lunch-and-learn seminars. 

2100 Madison Ave., Granite City, IL 62040

(618) 798-3800

https://www.gatewayregional.net/gateway-regional-medical-center/our-healthy-circle

Madison County Transit Runabout

Runabout is a countywide paratransit service available to seniors aged 65 and older and disabled adults who are unable to use the county’s fixed-route bus lines. Fares start at $2 for ADA-registered passengers and $6 for seniors. An extra fee applies for trips to St. Louis and out-of-district medical facilities. Rides can be scheduled up to 14 days before departure. The service operates Monday through Saturday starting at 6 a.m.

1 Transit Way, Pontoon Beach, IL 62040

(618) 931-7433

https://www.mct.org/Paratransit/Paratransit.aspx

Madison County Veterans' Assistance Commission

This county agency serves more than 20,000 veterans and military families in the local area. It’s dedicated to preserving veterans’ rights and ensuring that current and former service members, and their surviving spouses and dependents have access to all available benefits, including medical services, long-term care, disability payments and tax breaks. Service officers can help with applications, appeals, paperwork and administrative procedures.

157 N. Main St., Suite 115, Edwardsville, IL 62025

(618) 296-4554

https://www.co.madison.il.us/departments/veterans_assistance_commission/index.php


 
 
 
 

Frequently Asked Questions



Question
What is the cost of assisted living in Illinois?

Answer
The cost of assisted living in Illinois averages roughly $127 per day, $3,805 monthly, and $45,654 per year. By comparison, the US averages are $117 per day, $3,500 monthly, and $42,000 yearly.

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How much does assisted living cost in Alton?

Answer
The price of assisted living in Alton, Illinois averages from approximately $1,829 up to $8,500 monthly. The average cost is approximately $3,670 monthly, or about $44,040 per year.

Question
What is included with assisted living?

Answer
Assisted living generally includes transportation assitance, medication assistance, social activities, help with chores, and 24-hour supervision. Care is provided in a private or shared room.

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Can I pay for assisted living in Alton with Medicaid?

Answer
The Woodlands of Arnold, Bentleys Extended Care, Delmar Gardens of Meramec Valley, Meridian Village, and Lutheran Senior Services at Breeze Park are accepting Medicaid for assisted living in Alton.

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What are the demographics of Alton?

Answer
Though the city is home to 32,704 people, the encompassing metropolitan area has a population of 542,414. The 55+ community comprises approximately 27% of the total population.

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