Housekeeping Help for Seniors in Swansea, IL
Light housekeeping, laundry, changing beds and keeping the home safe and tidy for an older adult who lives there. Post what you need in Swansea for free and hire a caregiver directly, with no agency mark-up.
Senior Housekeeping in Swansea, IL: the local picture
About 344 Swansea residents 65 or older have difficulty doing errands alone (13%; 13% in St. Clair County); housework usually becomes hard around the same time.
1,360 Swansea households headed by someone 65+ own their home and 296 rent. In a house, say whether you also need help with stairs, the yard or the garage; those are often separate jobs.
Swansea compared with St. Clair County and Illinois
| Census figure | Swansea | St. Clair County | Illinois |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents 65+ with difficulty doing errands alone | 13% | 13% | 13% |
| Residents 65+ in households who live alone | 24% | 32% | 30% |
| Residents 85 or older | 2.2% | 2.1% | 2.0% |
| Residents 65+ with serious difficulty walking | 20% | 22% | 20% |
| Residents 65+ below the poverty line (approx.) | 10% | 10% | 10% |
| Residents 65 or older | 18% | 17% | 17% |
| Median income, households headed by someone 65+ | $68,214 | $54,949 | — |
Older residents in towns around Swansea
| Town | Distance | Residents 65+ | Errand difficulty (65+) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Belleville, IL | 2.5 mi | 6,768 | 11% |
| Fairview Heights, IL | 3.2 mi | 3,239 | 7.4% |
| Shiloh, IL | 4.0 mi | 2,294 | 16% |
| O'Fallon, IL | 5.1 mi | 5,382 | 10% |
| Caseyville, IL | 5.9 mi | 828 | 15% |
| Scott AFB, IL | 7.3 mi | 33 | 15% |
What a caregiver for housekeeping can help with
- Dusting, vacuuming and mopping
- Laundry, ironing and changing beds
- Kitchen and bathroom cleaning
- Taking out trash and recycling
What housekeeping help costs in Swansea
At the Illinois median aide wage of $18.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,586 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $5,685 monthly median income of Swansea households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Illinois's minimum wage is $15.00 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Hiring directly, you agree the rate with the caregiver and usually become the household employer (U.S. Department of Labor rules). Some families qualify for programs that pay for care at home; see Medicaid programs for family caregivers: who can be paid, and the rules in 12 states.
What to know before hiring a caregiver for housekeeping
Housekeeping help is non-medical and often comes alongside companionship or meal help. Heavy cleaning, deep cleaning, moving furniture and yard work are usually separate jobs, so say in your posting exactly what you need.
Questions worth asking: Which household tasks will you do, and which not? Do you bring your own supplies? Can you combine housekeeping with company or meals? More in our senior housekeeping guide.
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Senior Housekeeping in Swansea: common questions
How much does housekeeping help cost in Swansea?
At the Illinois median aide wage of $18.30 an hour, 20 hours of help a week comes to about $1,586 a month in wages, which is 28% of the $5,685 monthly median income of Swansea households headed by someone 65 or older. Private rates are agreed directly with the caregiver, so yours may be higher or lower. Illinois's minimum wage is $15.00 an hour (U.S. Department of Labor table, updated July 1, 2026).
Is a housekeeper the same as a caregiver?
Not always. A housekeeper cleans; a caregiver may also give company, meals and personal care. Many caregivers on CaregiverConnect do light housekeeping as part of their visits.
More senior care near Swansea
Senior Housekeeping in nearby cities
- Senior Housekeeping in Belleville, IL
- Senior Housekeeping in Fairview Heights, IL
- Senior Housekeeping in Shiloh, IL
- Senior Housekeeping in O'Fallon, IL
- Senior Housekeeping in Caseyville, IL
- Senior Housekeeping in Scott AFB, IL
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Other care in Swansea
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- Respite Care in Swansea
- Live-In Caregivers in Swansea
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- Senior Transportation in Swansea
- Home Health Aides in Swansea
- Nursing Assistants in Swansea
- Personal Care in Swansea
- Overnight Caregivers in Swansea
- 24-Hour Home Care in Swansea
- Mobility Assistance in Swansea
- Parkinson’s Care in Swansea
- Stroke Recovery Support in Swansea
- Disability Care for Adults in Swansea
- Hospice Support in Swansea
- Senior Meal Preparation in Swansea
- Medication Reminders in Swansea
- Veterans’ Home Care in Swansea
Sources
Census ACS 2020–2024 5-year; CMS provider data (October 25, 2026); U.S. DOL state minimum wages (July 1, 2026); BLS OEWS May 2025 aide wages, which cover employed aides rather than private rates.
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