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Belleville Assisted Living at a Glance
Patriot Angels Assisted Living Partners in Belleville
This Belleville community provides daily personal care and works with Patriot Angels to help veteran families with the Aid & Attendance claim.
Paying for Assisted Living in Belleville
No separate Belleville figure is published, so the best benchmark is the Illinois median of $6,219 a month (CareScout 2025), $19 above the U.S. median of $6,200. In Belleville, as elsewhere, the care level written into the plan moves the price more than the apartment does.
| Benchmark | Per month | Left after up to $3,845 |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois assisted living median | $6,219 | $2,374 |
| U.S. assisted living median | $6,200 | $2,355 |
| Illinois in-home care | $6,864 | $3,019 |
Could VA Benefits Help Pay for Assisted Living in Belleville?
Assisted living is paid care, which is what Aid & Attendance is for. A Belleville veteran or surviving spouse who needs help with daily activities may qualify for up to $3,845 a month.
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How Many Veterans Live in Belleville
About 2,770 veterans live in Belleville, and 1,221 of them are 65 or older. Across St. Clair County, there are 21,939 veterans, 9,029 of them 65 or older. Figures come from the Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2020–2024).
Tips for Comparing Belleville Communities
Room to start independent
1 Belleville partner also offers independent living, useful for a couple with different care needs.
Care-level pricing
Ask how a Belleville community decides care levels and how much the bill rises with each step.
Medical appointments
Ask whether the community’s transportation covers doctor visits from Belleville and how far it goes.
Check the state record
Look up any Belleville community’s inspection history with IDPH before you sign.
Assisted Living in Cities Near Belleville
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Veteran Families We’ve Helped
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Belleville Assisted Living Questions
Can a Belleville veteran use Aid & Attendance for assisted living?
Yes. A qualifying wartime veteran or surviving spouse in Belleville who needs help with daily activities can receive up to $3,845 a month toward the community’s bill.
What does assisted living cost in Belleville?
No Belleville-only figure is published. The Illinois median is $6,219 a month (CareScout 2025).
How many assisted living partners are in Belleville?
Just one, in Belleville, plus 81 across Illinois.
Can we apply after moving into a Belleville community?
Yes. Many Belleville families file after move-in, and the monthly care cost can help show financial need.
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Related Patriot Angels guides
GuideHow to Pay for Assisted LivingComing soon
Guide2026 Aid and Attendance Benefit RatesRead guide →
GuideDoes Aid & Attendance Pay for Assisted Living?Read guide →Looking beyond Belleville? See Assisted Living in Illinois or the national guide.