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Situated right on the Illinois-Missouri border and next to the storied Mississippi River, Quincy is a city with plenty to offer seniors seeking assisted living. Residents who are 65 and older comprise an estimated 20.9% of the city’s total population. Senior residents can access a variety of resources through the Quincy Senior & Family Resource Center, and there are ample opportunities for recreation. The city has cultural destinations such as the Quincy Museum and Quincy Community Theater, along with an array of parks and the Westview Golf Course. Other local advantages that may appeal to seniors are Quincy’s relatively low cost of living and significantly above-average air quality rating of 70. Quincy also beats the national average in availability of physicians — the city has 261 per 100,000 residents while the U.S. average is 210.
The average cost for monthly assisted living in Quincy is $2,900. Various factors determine the actual costs, including but not limited to services, amenities and community location.
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Quincy has an average monthly assisted living cost of $2,900, lower than the equivalent Illinois state average ($4,575) and national average ($4,300). When it comes to neighboring states, Missouri has an estimated monthly assisted living cost of $3,000 and Kentucky is slightly higher at $3,699, putting them under the national average. Equivalent costs in Indiana ($4,382) and Wisconsin ($4,400) both go over the national average.
Assisted living costs vary widely across the state of Illinois. Quincy has a comparatively low average assisted living monthly cost of $2,900, while Rockford’s is considerably higher at $5,113. Bloomington has a cost of $4,968 per month for assisted living, and Chicago has an average cost of $4,950. Springfield’s average monthly assisted living cost is $4,860 and Prices don’t get as low as those in Quincy, but they are less than the national average in Champaign at $4,163, in Peoria at $3,800 and in Carbondale at $3,750.
Note: Data for Quincy was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Columbia, was used instead.
Illinois Medicaid may help seniors 65 and older pay for monthly assisted living expenses. Quincy seniors who need additional help paying for assisted living costs may also qualify for the Illinois Supportive Living Program. The SLP helps cover expenses that may not be eligible for Medicaid coverage, such as medication assistance and housekeeping services. Visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page to find about financial assistance programs and eligibility.
| Contact | Description | |
| West Central Illinois Area Agency on Aging | (217) 223-5700 | A variety of resources are available to Quincy seniors in assisted living through the local Area Agency on Aging. This agency provides advocacy and adult protective services, along with nutrition and transportation assistance. Seniors can visit the agency’s website or call to find out more about available programs and benefits. |
| Quincy Senior & Family Resource Center | (217) 223-5700 | The Quincy Senior & Family Resource Center is under the management of the West Central Illinois AAA. Seniors in assisted living situations can visit the center to enjoy fun activities and socialization; a regular newsletter keeps seniors up-to-date on the center’s schedule. The building houses multiple senior-oriented organizations and has an activity area that can be reserved for gatherings and special events. |
| Quincy Transit | (217) 228-4550 | Seniors over age 65 can ride for free on Quincy Transit. This public transportation system operates seven days per week along multiple fixed routes that travel the city. Seniors in assisted living can reach shopping, dining and other attractions via this bus service. |
| Veterans Affairs Center | (217) 492-4955 | Veterans of all ages can receive various types of counseling, employment assistance, community outreach and referrals to other services through their local Veterans Affairs office. Although there’s not a VA Center in Quincy proper, seniors can visit the office in nearby Springfield or one of the other state offices. |
| AARP | (866) 448-3613 | AARP offers financial, social and educational resources for Quincy seniors in assisted living situations. Resources include tax preparation services and safe driving classes. The organization also helps seniors find volunteer opportunities and employment assistance. |
The Illinois Department of Public Health is responsible for the regulation of assisted living communities in Quincy and statewide. Regulatory requirements may cover areas such as capacity, safety and staff. Visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page to learn more about assisted living laws and regulations.
