Affordable Senior Living for Godfrey Families
At Longevity Living, we believe that high-quality care should be within reach for the families in our community.
We know that the first question on your mind is often, “Can I actually afford this?” Our goal is to provide total clarity and help you understand how senior living isn’t just a lifestyle choice. It is a financially strategic one.
By consolidating your housing, care, and daily expenses into one predictable monthly rate, we help you remove the fear of the unknown.
Understanding the Cost of Home Care
The assumption that staying at home is “cheaper” often fails to account for the staggering rise in professional care costs.
According to the Genworth Cost of Care Survey, the national median cost for 24/7 in-home care can exceed $30,000 per month for many families across the country.
When you add the underlying costs of homeownership, such as mortgage, taxes, utilities, and maintenance, the value of an all-inclusive senior living community becomes clear.
The True Cost of Home Care
While staying at home feels comfortable, the costs of professional care can escalate rapidly.
If a loved one requires 24/7 specialized support or memory care at home, the financial burden is often staggering compared to an all-inclusive community.
When trying to cover the costs of home care, you may need to consider:
- Professional 24/7 Home Care: $30,000+ per month
- Average Mortgage Payment: $1,500+ per month
- Property Taxes & Fees: $4,000+ a year
- Monthly Utilities and Maintenance: $300+ per month
What Is Included in Your Monthly Rate?
Moving to Longevity Living often results in significant monthly savings while providing a higher level of professional oversight and social engagement than home care could ever offer.
To truly understand the value of Longevity Living, it helps to see exactly what you are no longer paying for separately.
Your single monthly rent covers:
- Daily Chef-Prepared Meals: Targeting our 120g daily protein goal.
- All Utilities: Electricity, water, heating, and cooling.
- Property Maintenance: No more lawn mowing, roof repairs, or snow shoveling.
- Housekeeping & Laundry: We handle the chores so you can relax.
- 6+ Daily Activities: Access to all social, fitness, and wellness programs.
- 24/7 On-Site Support: Immediate assistance and wellness monitoring.
Frequently Asked Financial Questions
Most families utilize a combination of Social Security, pensions, VA benefits, long-term care insurance, and the proceeds from the sale of a family home.
We pride ourselves on honest, straightforward pricing.
We will walk you through every cost upfront so there are never any hidden fees or surprises down the road.
Longevity Living offers a continuum of care.
Whether you start in independent living and eventually need assisted living or memory care, you can age-in-place without the stress of moving to an entirely new community.
Isolation is a significant risk of living alone, so we provide 6+ daily activities to make connection effortless.
From morning movement sessions and guided walks to afternoon social clubs, there are constant opportunities to engage with neighbors who share your values and background.
We offer a single, predictable monthly rate that covers almost everything: your apartment, all utilities, three chef-prepared meals a day, housekeeping, laundry service, and access to all community amenities like our stocked fishing pond and screened-in porch.
Stop Guessing & Start Planning
Don’t let the fear of cost prevent you from getting the care and vitality you deserve.
Our team is here to help you conduct a personalized cost analysis to see exactly how Longevity Living fits into your family’s budget. You might be surprised to find that peace of mind is more affordable than you ever imagined.
A Premier Choice for Godfrey Seniors
As a proud member of the American Senior Housing Association, we are dedicated to setting high standards for service and care in our community.
Hear from Our Families
Amazing community with wonderful residents and lovely accommodations. What I love most about Cedarhurst (now Longevity Living of Godfrey) is that it’s pet friendly and care is done discreetly if needed. Private apartments with amazing services in place for you to age gracefully and successfully.
Allison Grote
Bridget Perkins
My mom been here for around two and half years. We very happy with how she treated here. Everyone is wonderful with all residents. My mom is very happy and content here. All staff has always been very helpful with any of our concerns or needs. Atmosphere always pleasant. Place always clean and even smells nice. I would recommend cederhurst as place send your love one’s.
Kathryn Powers
Experiences Crafted for Your Lifestyle
From totally independent living to personalized daily support, our continuum of care allows you to remain in the community you love as your needs evolve.
Independent Living
Leave the lawn mowing and cleaning to us. Enjoy all our amenities and meals with total freedom.
Includes: All utilities, housekeeping, and access to all wellness programs.
Assisted Living
Get a little extra help with things like medication and bathing, while keeping your independence.
Includes: Everything in IL, plus discrete support with daily tasks like medication management and bathing.
Straightforward & Affordable Pricing
If you are exploring the financial side of senior living, our team is dedicated to providing transparent guidance and helpful planning tools.
Reach out to our team to see exactly how our pricing compares to the real cost of staying at home. You might be surprised by how affordable peace of mind can be.
Your Senior Living Questions, Answered
Many families discover that once they factor in the total cost of homeownership—from taxes and groceries to maintenance—our all-inclusive community is a very competitive option.
We can walk you through what you and your family need to consider financially before joining our community.
Boredom is not an option here. Between our 6+ daily activities, community salon, and beautiful outdoor garden, your social calendar can be as full as you like.
We maintain a secure, friendly, and meticulously clean environment. With expert staff available on-site 24/7, you never have to worry about being alone if an emergency arises.
In the Heart of the Metro East.
Our community is highly accessible from the greater Alton area and a simple, straight drive for visitors coming from all parts of the region.
What’s Nearby
- Accessible care: Just minutes from OSF Saint Anthony’s Health Center and Alton Memorial Hospital.
- Simple commutes: Positioned near IL-255 and US-67, keeping family visits from St. Louis or Edwardsville stress-free.
- Scenic escapes: A quick drive to the peaceful paths at The Nature Institute and the scenic walking trails of Glazebrook Park.
- Community connections: Located just minutes from the historic and beautiful campus of Lewis and Clark Community College.
