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About The Carriages of Rochester
The Carriages of Rochester is operated by The Carriages and offers assisted living, memory care, and independent living in the Rochester area (Sangamon County). It is one of 2 Patriot Angels assisted living partners in Rochester. More assisted living in Rochester.
Care Offered at The Carriages of Rochester
Assisted living
Delivers compassionate assisted living care with personalized support for daily routines and wellness.
Assisted living in Rochester →Memory care
Offers specialized memory care services for seniors living with Alzheimer’s and dementia.
Memory care in Rochester →Independent living
Offers maintenance-free independent living in a welcoming senior community environment.
Independent living in Rochester →Paying for The Carriages of Rochester with VA Benefits
The Carriages of Rochester is a private community, not run by VA, and that is exactly where Aid & Attendance helps: the benefit pays the veteran or surviving spouse, who can use it toward the monthly bill here. Families usually combine it with savings, retirement income, the sale of a home, or long-term care insurance. Recurring assisted living bills count as medical expenses; how medical expenses work for Aid & Attendance explains the math.
| Household | Maximum Aid & Attendance per month | Left of a $6,219 bill |
|---|---|---|
| Two veterans married, both qualifying | $3,845 | $2,374 |
| Veteran married to a non-veteran | $2,874 | $3,345 |
| Single veteran | $2,424 | $3,795 |
| Surviving spouse | $1,558 | $4,661 |
Compared with the Illinois median for assisted living of $6,219 a month (CareScout 2025). That is an area figure, not this community’s price; ask The Carriages of Rochester for its rate sheet.
Could VA Benefits Help Pay for The Carriages of Rochester?
A wartime veteran or surviving spouse who needs help with daily activities may qualify for up to $3,845 a month toward care at The Carriages of Rochester. Answer a few questions to find out at no cost. Veterans rated 100% service-connected may also qualify; see Aid & Attendance with a 100% rating.
Prefer to talk it through? Call (844) 757-3047
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Questions About The Carriages of Rochester
Does The Carriages of Rochester accept VA Aid & Attendance?
The benefit is paid to the veteran or surviving spouse, not the community, so it can be used toward the bill at any private assisted living community, including The Carriages of Rochester.
Does The Carriages of Rochester offer memory care?
Yes. The Carriages of Rochester offers memory care alongside assisted living, independent living.
Is The Carriages of Rochester staffed around the clock?
Yes. The Carriages of Rochester reports care staff on site 24/7.
