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The Village at Mercy Creek
Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Normal, IL
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The Village at Mercy Creek

Independent Living, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Normal, IL
1501 Mercy Creek Dr, Normal, IL 61761 View map
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The Village at Mercy Creek offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care in Normal, IL. Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living provides help with daily tasks such as dressing, bathing, and medication. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering.

With all three care levels on one campus, a resident whose needs grow may be able to move to a different level without leaving the community or starting over socially. Respite care is available for short stays, which can suit a family caregiver who needs time to travel or recover. The community has 62 beds.

A dining room serves meals made with locally sourced ingredients and described as nutritious, giving residents an on-site setting for prepared meals. Clubs and programs address social, physical, intellectual, and spiritual wellness, while the beauty salon and barbershop provide on-site grooming services. The Village at Mercy Creek is operated by Franciscan Ministries.

Facility Direct Line (309) 268-1501
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By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 62 Rank #201 / 379Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 201st out of 379 homes we track in Illinois for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Illinois facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Walk Score Info Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options. Rank #506 / 585Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 506th out of 585 homes we track in Illinois for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Illinois facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living/Shared Housing Establishment
StatusActive
IssuanceDecember 9, 2025
ExpirationDecember 8, 2026
CountyMclean
License Number5106684

Ownership & Operating Entity

Owner NameNfp Franciscan Ministries

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Respite Care

Contact Information

Email jstrabala@franciscancommunities.org

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Salon
Library
Dining
Activities
Campus Grounds
ActivitiesLife enrichment activities focus on social, physical, intellectual, and spiritual wellness, offering a variety of clubs and programs
Specific ProgramsWellbeing, Engagement, Spiritual

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Inspection History

In Illinois, the Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation conducts annual unannounced surveys to assess compliance with state and federal healthcare facility standards.

Since 2025 · 1 year of data These figures come from state-published data and the state inspection reports we hold on file. The period covered can vary depending on document availability.
Includes all inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes. 0 deficiencies 3 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Illinois state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2025 vs. Illinois state average
Overall vs. IL average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 Better Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (100% below)

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

This FacilityIL Averagevs. IL Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 09 This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (0 vs. IL avg 9).↓ 100% better

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

This FacilityIL Averagevs. IL Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all inspections conducted at this facility. 35 This facility has had 40% fewer total inspections than the Illinois average (3 vs. IL avg 5). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 40% fewer
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Address 1.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Normal's city center to The Village at Mercy Creek's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Info below is compiled from the IL Dept. of Public Health (IDPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Westminster Village Al
IL
AL
MC
NH
SNF
Bloomington
72
Facility 72
IL AVG 80
Rank #168 / 379
No
84
Facility 84
IL AVG 51
Rank #71 / 585
--14
33
Facility 33
IL AVG 7
Rank #259 / 276
2.4
Facility 2.4
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #197 / 276
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 3
Rank #142 / 315
8
Facility 8
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #310 / 315
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The Village at Mercy Creek
IL
AL
MC
Normal
62
Facility 62
IL AVG 80
Rank #201 / 379
No
21
Facility 21
IL AVG 51
Rank #506 / 585
--3
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 7
Rank #1 / 276
0.0
Facility 0.0
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #1 / 276
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #62 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
-
Luther Oaks
IL
AL
CCRC
MC
NH
SNF
Bloomington
58
Facility 58
IL AVG 80
Rank #226 / 379
Yes
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 51
Rank #577 / 585
-Luther Oaks, Inc16
39
Facility 39
IL AVG 7
Rank #265 / 276
2.4
Facility 2.4
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #197 / 276
7
Facility 7
IL AVG 3
Rank #293 / 315
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #258 / 315
1 Bed / 2 Bed
Bickford of Bloomington
IL
AL
MC
Bloomington (Hershey Center)
16
Facility 16
IL AVG 80
Rank #359 / 379
Yes
41
Facility 41
IL AVG 51
Rank #377 / 585
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 15
Rank #121 / 189
Bloomington Bickford House, LLC8
45
Facility 45
IL AVG 7
Rank #269 / 276
5.6
Facility 5.6
IL AVG 1.4
Rank #268 / 276
10
Facility 10
IL AVG 3
Rank #311 / 315
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #1 / 315
Private Rooms
Holiday Blair House
IL
Normal-Yes
53
Facility 53
IL AVG 51
Rank #271 / 585
-------Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Illinois

The Village at Mercy Creek is located in Normal, Illinois.
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Community Care Program

Illinois CCP

Age 60+
General Illinois resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,215/month individual
Asset Limits $17,500 individual, excludes home, car
IL

High demand in urban areas; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/day) Adult day services ($65/day) Emergency home response systems ($30/month)

Illinois Respite Program

IL Respite (via NFCSP)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Illinois resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
IL

Limited slots; urban/rural balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$65/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Supportive Living Program (SLP)

Illinois Medicaid Supportive Living Program

Age 65+ or 22-64 with disability
General Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs moderate assistance (not nursing home-level).
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
IL

~200 SLP sites statewide; room/board not covered.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, mobility) Meals Housekeeping Medication management Respite (~240 hours/year)

Persons Who Are Elderly Waiver

Illinois Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+
General Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IL

Part of HealthChoice Illinois; consumer-directed options available.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., dressing, eating) Homemaker Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Home mods ($1,000 avg.)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Illinois Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Illinois resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
IL

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Illinois Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Illinois resident, in approved facility, SSI recipient or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IL

~$50-$500/month based on facility type.

Benefits
Cash (~$50-$500/month) for room/board in personal care homes or SLFs

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Illinois VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Illinois resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
IL

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about The Village at Mercy Creek

Who is the owner of The Village at Mercy Creek?

The Village at Mercy Creek is legally operated by Franciscan Ministries, Nfp.

Is The Village at Mercy Creek in a walkable area?

The Village at Mercy Creek has a walk score of 21. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of The Village at Mercy Creek?

According to IL state health department records, The Village at Mercy Creek's license number is 5106684.

When does The Village at Mercy Creek's license expire?

According to IL state health department records, The Village at Mercy Creek's license expires on December 8, 2026.

Are pets allowed at The Village at Mercy Creek?

No, The Village at Mercy Creek has a no-pet policy.

What is the best email address for The Village at Mercy Creek?

The team at The Village at Mercy Creek can be reached at jstrabala@franciscancommunities.org.

How many beds does The Village at Mercy Creek have?

The Village at Mercy Creek has 62 beds.

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