Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village
Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Aurora, IL

Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village

Assisted Living, Independent Living & Memory Care · Aurora, IL

Overview of Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village

Operated by Presence Life Connections, Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village is a newly opened mid-rise community at 421 N Lake Street in Aurora, Illinois. The facility opened one year ago and currently serves 21 residents in its 79-bed mid-rise building, offering one- and two-bedroom floor plans.

With a Walk Score of 78, the Aurora location is highly walkable, so it’s easy for visitors and residents to access nearby amenities and services on foot. The home sits in a convenient neighborhood with good access to local resources.

Interested residents and families must know that state inspections have noted concerns with care planning and safety protocols at Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village. Such concerns specifically relate to adequate assessment of resident needs, implementation of interventions to prevent injuries, and documentation of changes in resident condition. Families contemplating this facility should inquire directly about how these themes are being addressed and monitored.

Capacity and availability

Residents per day
21
Bed community size
79-bed community Rank #180 / 418Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 180th out of 418 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.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
1 year in operation Rank #125 / 185Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 125th out of 185 homes we track in Illinois for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Illinois facilities. Longer operating histories may 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.
A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 78 / 100 Rank #115 / 634Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 115th out of 634 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.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
27%
Rank #149 / 151Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 149th out of 151 homes we track in Illinois for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Illinois average, with its Statewide rank out of 151. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.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.
Lower than the Illinois average: 69.3%
Occupied beds
21 / 79
Average occupied beds in Illinois homes 93 beds

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living/Shared Housing Establishment
IssuanceMarch 1, 2025
CountyKane
License Number3000533

Ownership & Operating Entity

Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village is legally operated by Presence Life Connections.

Type Of Units

Permanent Units
64 units
Alzheimer's Units
15 units
Total beds
79 units

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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 These figures come from state-published and/or federal inspection records. The period covered can vary depending on document availability. 4 deficiencies 1 inspection

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 2024 vs. Illinois state average
Overall vs. IL average 1 Worse Metrics worse than Illinois average:
• Deficiencies per inspection (300% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (56% 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. 49 This facility has 56% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (4 vs. IL avg 9).↓ 56% better
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 4.01 This facility has 300% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (4 vs. IL avg 1).↑ 300% worse

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. 19 This facility has had 89% fewer total inspections than the Illinois average (1 vs. IL avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 89% fewer

What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 672 / 840 sq. ft

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Housing Options: 1 bed / 2 bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Transportation Services

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Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village

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Places of interest near Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village

Address 0.4 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Aurora's city center to Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.57 miles to nearest hospital (Mercy Medical Center - Emergency Department)

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Compare Assisted Living around Kane County

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 to lowest based on our ranking 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. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. RESC (Residential Care): Personal care and daily-living support in a smaller, more intimate residential setting. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
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.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village
AL
IL
MC
Aurora
79
Facility 79
IL AVG 85
Rank #180 / 418
Yes
78
Facility 78
IL AVG 52
Rank #115 / 634
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 16
Rank #125 / 185
Presence Life Connections1
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 7
Rank #136 / 276
4.0
Facility 4.0
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #198 / 276
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #62 / 315
1 bed / 2 bed
Home Care Advantage Services
AL
HOS
RESC
RC
Batavia
4
Facility 4
IL AVG 85
Rank #415 / 418
No
24
Facility 24
IL AVG 52
Rank #535 / 634
-Home Care Advantage Services, Inc1
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 7
Rank #88 / 276
2.0
Facility 2.0
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #172 / 276
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 3
Rank #62 / 315
Private / Semi-Private Rooms
Eden Supportive Living Fox Valley
AL
North Aurora-No
35
Facility 35
IL AVG 52
Rank #458 / 634
------Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Heritage Woods of Batavia
AL
Batavia-No
33
Facility 33
IL AVG 52
Rank #470 / 634
22
Facility 22
IL AVG 16
Rank #59 / 185
-----Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Illinois

Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village is located in Aurora, Illinois.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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 Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village

Who is the owner of Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village?

Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village is legally operated by Presence Life Connections.

Is Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village in a walkable area?

Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village has a walk score of 78. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

What is the license number of Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village?

According to IL state health department records, Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village's license number is 3000533.

What is the occupancy rate at Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village?

Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village's occupancy is 27%.

How long has Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village been in business?

Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village has been operating for approximately 1 year, based on available licensing and registration records.

Are pets allowed at Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village?

Yes, Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village allows residents to bring their pets.

How many beds does Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village have?

Ascension Living Fox Knoll Village has 79 beds.

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