Lincolnshire Place – Decatur
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Illinois, IL
Lincolnshire Place – Decatur
Assisted Living & Memory Care · Illinois, IL
Lincolnshire Place – Decatur is a 40-bed specialized memory care community located at 1215 West Arbor Drive in Decatur, Illinois. Operated by Memory Care Communities Illinois-Decatur, LLC, the facility serves Macon County under a license active through March 2027. The campus focuses exclusively on Alzheimer’s and dementia care, integrating physical, emotional, and spiritual support within a secure residential environment.
The community operates under a state-licensed residential model, providing 24-hour medical oversight and localized care coordination. While the facility does not hold a federal CMS star rating, current 2026 data indicates the community maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero based on its most recent compliance monitoring. Regulatory records from early 2025 noted past challenges regarding residency requirements for high-acuity medical needs and service plan documentation. Most significantly, a November 2025 finding highlighted a past elopement incident involving a resident who exited through an unsecured window, which was cited as a Type 1 violation. No fines or license suspensions are currently on record, and the facility has since implemented corrected safety protocols.
Direct bedside support is coordinated 24/7 by a team of licensed nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs). The clinical model integrates rehabilitation services and specialized life-skill programs, with all staff trained specifically in dementia care. Following the 2025 elopement incident, leadership was tasked with developing and implementing a formal elopement prevention policy and completing risk assessments for all residents at admission. Monthly pricing for the community starts at approximately $4,640, which is positioned as a competitive rate for specialized memory care in the Decatur region.
The facility features private residences with 24-hour emergency call systems and security camera monitoring in all areas. All-inclusive monthly services cover three fresh, home-cooked meals daily prepared by nutritionists, alongside housekeeping and personal laundry.
Shared community spaces include a movie theater, a 1950s-style diner, a beauty shop, and an activity kitchen for therapeutic engagement. The social calendar is managed by on-site staff to provide daily musical events, pet therapy, and family social gatherings within a secured outside courtyard. The community holds a Walk Score of 0, reflecting its quiet, car-dependent setting, with scheduled transportation provided for off-site appointments.
Those seeking a dedicated, single-purpose memory care environment should weigh the community’s specialized programming against its recent regulatory history. Interested individuals should contact the administrator directly to discuss current elopement prevention policies and window/door security measures to assess 2026 quality performance firsthand.
40-bed community Rank #350 / 426Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 350th out of 426 homes in Illinois. 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.Rankings are based only on facilities in Illinois that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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.
Walk Score: 0 / 100 Rank #643 / 648Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 643rd out of 648 homes in Illinois. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Illinois facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Illinois that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.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.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living/shared Housing Establishment
StatusActive
IssuanceMarch 21, 2026
ExpirationMarch 20, 2027
CountyMacon
License Number5104739
Owner NameMemory Care Communities Illinois-Decatur, LLC
Grab Bars
Emergency SystemsEmergency-call systems in all rooms; 24-hour monitoring and safety system via security cameras.
Rehabilitation Services
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Email
[email protected]
Movie Theater
Diner
Beauty Shop
Activity And Craft Room
Outside Courtyard
Specialized Life Skill Program
Activity Kitchen
Musical Events
Pet Therapy
Family Social Events
Holiday Parties
Food DescriptionMenu of fresh, home-cooked meals prepared on-site by team of nutritionists and delivered by healthcare coordinator and dedicated kitchen staff.
Meal Schedule3 daily meals; Nutritional snacks and beverages available at your leisure.
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
7 deficiencies
15 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
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 2025 vs. Illinois state average
Overall vs. IL average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Illinois average:
• Total inspections (88% above) 2 At Avg Metrics at Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (at IL avg)
• Deficiencies per year (at IL avg) 1 Better Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (44% below)
• Total inspections (88% above) 2 At Avg Metrics at Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (at IL avg)
• Deficiencies per year (at IL avg) 1 Better Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (44% below)
Latest Inspection
February 11, 2025
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 7 | 7 | This facility has total deficiencies in line with the Illinois average (7 vs. IL avg 7).— At avg |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2025.
| 7 | 7 | This facility has deficiencies per year in line with the Illinois average (7 vs. IL avg 7).— At avg |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 0.5 | 0.9 | This facility has 44% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (0.5 vs. IL avg 0.9).↓ 44% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 15 | 8 | This facility has 88% more total inspections than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (15 vs. IL avg 8).↑ 88% worse |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- November 2, 2025 inspection found a Type 1 violation for failing to implement an elopement prevention policy after a memory care resident eloped through an unsecured window.
- February 27, 2025 annual survey cited four deficiencies related to residency requirements, untreated stage 3 pressure ulcers, and failure to revise service plans promptly after condition changes.
- April 22, 2025 complaint investigation found no violations and confirmed compliance with Illinois Assisted Living and Shared Housing regulations.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Lincolnshire Place – Decatur
Who is the owner of Lincolnshire Place – Decatur?
The legal owner and operator of Lincolnshire Place – Decatur is Memory Care Communities Illinois-Decatur, Llc.
What is the license number of Lincolnshire Place – Decatur?
According to IL state health department records, Lincolnshire Place – Decatur's license number is 5104739.
When does Lincolnshire Place – Decatur's license expire?
According to IL state health department records, Lincolnshire Place – Decatur's license expires on March 20, 2027.
What is the best email address for Lincolnshire Place – Decatur?
The team at Lincolnshire Place – Decatur can be reached at [email protected].
How many beds does Lincolnshire Place – Decatur have?
Lincolnshire Place – Decatur has 40 beds.
Are there photos of Lincolnshire Place – Decatur?
Yes — there are 8 photos of Lincolnshire Place – Decatur in the photo gallery on this page.
What is the address of Lincolnshire Place – Decatur?
Lincolnshire Place – Decatur is located at 1215 W Arbor Drive, Decatur, IL 62526.
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