Overview of The Villas at St. James

Residing on the tranquil grounds of Jamestown Road, Breese, IL, The Villas at St. James is a reliable senior living community that offers assisted living and short-term stays. Live life to the fullest within the stunning and purposely built accommodations of The Villas at St. James in a wide range of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom floor plans. The community doubles its efforts to provide seniors with top-tier care and assistance from an experienced and highly skilled team.

Experience a maintenance-free lifestyle and cherish every moment in the vibrant and inviting environment of The Villas at St. James. Feel good with healthy and delicious meals catering to nutritional needs and tastes. With its picturesque views and serene spaces, The Villas at St. James strives to provide a safe place for an unforgettable retirement.

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Bed community size
65-bed community Rank #231 / 426Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 231st out of 426 homes in Illinois for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Illinois SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
1 year in operation Rank #128 / 261Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 128th out of 261 homes in Illinois for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Illinois SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 18 / 100 Rank #565 / 648Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 565th out of 648 homes in Illinois for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Illinois SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

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Occupancy

Occupancy rate
100%
Rank #1 / 199Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 199 homes in Illinois for occupancy rate. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Illinois average, with its Statewide rank out of 199. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the Illinois average: 69.3%
Occupied beds
65 / 65
Average occupied beds in Illinois homes 93 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living/shared Housing Establishment
StatusActive
IssuanceJanuary 12, 2025
ExpirationNovember 30, 2026
CountyClinton
License Number5108714

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Villas at St. James is legally operated by Vop St. James Opco, Llc.

Type Of Units

Permanent Units
65 units
Total beds
65 units

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Does not offer Alzheimer's Care

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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 2024 · 2 years of data 2 deficiencies 8 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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 2024 vs. Illinois state average
Overall vs. IL average 0 Worse No metrics in this bucket. 1 At Avg Metrics at Illinois average:
• Total inspections (at IL avg)
3 Better Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (71% below)
• Deficiencies per year (71% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (67% below)
Latest Inspection November 26, 2025

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. 27 This facility has 71% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (2 vs. IL avg 7).↓ 71% better
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2024. 13.5 This facility has 71% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (1 vs. IL avg 3.5).↓ 71% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 0.30.9 This facility has 67% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (0.3 vs. IL avg 0.9).↓ 67% 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 routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 88 This facility has total inspections in line with the Illinois average (8 vs. IL avg 8).— At avg

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

  • November 26, 2025 annual inspection found the facility in full compliance with all assisted living regulations and no deficiencies.
  • November 22, 2024 annual inspection cited one deficiency for failing to complete employee orientation within 10 days for two direct care staff members.
  • By December 9, 2024, the facility corrected the employee orientation deficiency and implemented quality assurance measures to prevent recurrence.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for The Villas at St. James

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Address 1.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Breese's city center to The Villas at St. James's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.31 miles to nearest hospital (HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital)

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Illinois

The Villas at St. James is located in Breese, 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).
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~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).
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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).
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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).
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~$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
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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 Villas at St. James

Who is the owner of The Villas at St. James?

The legal owner and operator of The Villas at St. James is Vop St. James Opco, Llc.

Is The Villas at St. James in a walkable area?

The Villas at St. James has a walk score of 18. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

What is the license number of The Villas at St. James?

According to IL state health department records, The Villas at St. James's license number is 5108714.

When does The Villas at St. James's license expire?

According to IL state health department records, The Villas at St. James's license expires on November 30, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at The Villas at St. James?

The Villas at St. James's occupancy is 100%.

How many beds does The Villas at St. James have?

The Villas at St. James has 65 beds.

Are there photos of The Villas at St. James?

Yes — there are 4 photos of The Villas at St. James in the photo gallery on this page.

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