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FRANCISCAN VILLAGE OF LEMONT

Lemont, IL 60439 View Map

FRANCISCAN VILLAGE OF LEMONT is an Assisted Living Home in Illinois

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Franciscan Village is a senior living community in Lemont, IL that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and respite care. Residents enjoy a high level of care, comfort, and safety with spacious homes and personalized services. The community promotes a healthy lifestyle through engaging activities and a full-service dining experience.

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Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 3.81/day

Overall rating

3/5

Health Inspection

3/5

Staffing

4/5

Quality Measures

3/5

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 47

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

76.8%

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Might be optimal for

Short stays Recovery Medicare-covered care

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Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

59% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 23 days

Private pay

40% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Medicaid

1% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 5 years

Finances and operations

Home revenue

$50.8M

Surplus of revenue

$386.2K

Voluntary non-profit home Church

Home revenue

$50,753,590.00

Surplus of revenue

$386,211.00

Payroll costs

$10.8M

21.2% of revenue

Other operating costs

$39.6M

Total costs $50.4M

47-bed community

A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.

1 year in operation

A newer community that may feature more recent facilities and programs.

About this community

License Status

Active

Facility Type

Assisted Living/Shared Housing Establishment

License Date

December 24, 2024

Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 146029

County: Cook

Ownership & operating entity

Owner name: FRANCISCAN COMMUNITIES, INC.

Care Services

Nursing Services

Rehabilitation Services

Respite Care

Memory Care

Independent Living

Skilled Nursing

Licensed Nurses/CNAs

24-Hour Staffing

All Levels of Care

Independent Living

Assisted Living

Memory Care

Skilled Nursing

Rehabilitation

Respite Care

Contact Information

Email: [email protected]

Amenities & Lifestyle

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs

Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, Respite Care, Franciscan Care Solutions

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description

Dining options include fresh and delicious meals prepared by chefs using local ingredients, served in an elegant dining room.

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FRANCISCAN VILLAGE OF LEMONT

SNF

IL 60439

127

BELBACK, GREGORY

76.8%

$50,405,070.00

$10,773,231.00

21.4%

99.30

3/5

3.8077

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3/5

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CHRISTIAN COUNTY INTEGRATED COMMUNITY SERVICES

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HILLSBORO AREA HOSPITAL, INC

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Frankfort

Reif Holdings Corp

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Pana

FRANCISCAN VILLAGE OF LEMONT

Type of care: SNF AL

Community: IL 60439

Bed Count: 127

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: BELBACK, GREGORY

CCN: 146029

Occupancy: 76.8%

Home Revenue: $50,405,070.00

Payroll Costs: $10,773,231.00

Payroll %: 21.4%

Avg Residents/Day: 99.30

Overall Rating: 3/5

Adj Nurse Hours: 3.8077

Health Insp Rating: 3/5

Staffing Rating: 4/5

QM Rating: 3/5

Hickory Estates of Taylorville

Type of care: AL

Community: Taylorville

Bed Count: 46

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: CHRISTIAN COUNTY INTEGRATED COMMUNITY SERVICES

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Type of care: AL

Community: Hillsboro

Bed Count: 38

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: HILLSBORO AREA HOSPITAL, INC

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Type of care: AL

Community: Frankfort

Bed Count: 3

Pets Allowed: No

Operator: Reif Holdings Corp

Hickory Estates of Pana

Type of care: AL

Community: Pana

Pets Allowed: No

Lemont, IL 60439

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193

Total Staff

157

Employees

Contractors

45,849

Total Hours (Quarter)

Avg Staff/Day

7.3

Avg Shift (hrs)

Nursing Staff Breakdown

Role ⓘ	Count ⓘ	Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ	Uses Contractors? ⓘ
Registered Nurse	33	7.7	Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse	13	7.9	No
Certified Nursing Assistant	93	7.2	No

Staff by Category

Administration

2 staff

6.7hs shift avg

Nursing Staff

139 staff

7.4hs shift avg

Physicians & Practitioners

8 staff

7.7hs shift avg

Therapy Services

23 staff

6.5hs shift avg

Activities & Recreation

4 staff

2.4hs shift avg

Social Services

4 staff

6.4hs shift avg

Dietary Services

10 staff

7.9hs shift avg

Other Services

3 staff

7.9hs shift avg

Contractor Analysis

11%

of total hours from contractors

5,034 contractor hours this quarter

Registered Nurse: 3 Physical Therapy Aide: 5 Qualified Social Worker: 4 Qualified Activities Professional: 4 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 4 Speech Language Pathologist: 7 Medical Director: 1 Physical Therapy Assistant: 5 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Occupational Therapy Aide: 1 Mental Health Service Worker: 1

Role ⓘ	Employees ⓘ	Contractors ⓘ	Total Staff ⓘ	Total Hours ⓘ	Days Worked ⓘ	% of Days ⓘ	Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ
Certified Nursing Assistant	93	0	93	19,882	91	100%	7.2
Registered Nurse	30	3	33	9,726	91	100%	7.7
Licensed Practical Nurse	13	0	13	3,588	91	100%	7.9
Other Dietary Services Staff	9	0	9	3,484	91	100%	7.8
Clinical Nurse Specialist	7	0	7	3,159	84	92%	7.7
Speech Language Pathologist	0	7	7	997	78	86%	7.3
Dental Services Staff	2	0	2	863	63	69%	8
Physical Therapy Assistant	0	5	5	860	79	87%	6.8
Physical Therapy Aide	0	5	5	492	71	78%	6.5
Administrator	1	0	1	489	61	67%	8
Nurse Practitioner	1	0	1	480	60	66%	8
Qualified Social Worker	0	4	4	455	69	76%	6.4
Respiratory Therapy Technician	0	4	4	404	73	80%	5.4
Occupational Therapy Aide	0	1	1	335	55	60%	6.1
Dietitian	1	0	1	328	41	45%	8
Qualified Activities Professional	0	4	4	207	85	93%	2.4
Medical Director	0	1	1	49	19	21%	2.6
Occupational Therapy Assistant	0	1	1	40	8	9%	5
Mental Health Service Worker	0	1	1	12	3	3%	4

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Inspections

Total Citations

Critical (J-L)

Serious (G-I)

6.25

Citations/Inspection

Aug 2025

Last Inspection

Citation Severity Distribution

Minor (A-C)

Moderate (D-F)

Serious (G-I)

Critical (J-L)

Top Deficiency Categories

Quality of Life & Care

44% of total

Infection Control

8% of total

Resident Rights

8% of total

Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation

8% of total

Pharmacy Services

8% of total

Administration

4% of total

Citation Sources

Standard Inspections 24

Complaint Investigations 1

State Comparison (IL)

Citations

State average: 36.8

Critical Citations

State average: 0.7

Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)

Date	Severity ?	Category	Tag	Status
Aug 21, 2025	G	Quality of Care	F0689	Corrected
Aug 09, 2024	E	Infection Control	F0880	Corrected
Aug 09, 2024	F	Nutrition	F0812	Corrected
Aug 09, 2024	E	Quality of Care	F0677	Corrected
Aug 09, 2024	D	Quality of Care	F0679	Corrected
Aug 09, 2024	D	Quality of Care	F0688	Corrected
Aug 09, 2024	D	Quality of Care	F0689	Corrected
Aug 09, 2024	G	Quality of Care	F0692	Corrected
Aug 09, 2024	D	Care Planning	F0657	Corrected
Aug 09, 2024	D	Resident Rights	F0558	Corrected
Oct 19, 2023	D	Environmental	F0919	Corrected
Oct 19, 2023	E	Infection Control	F0883	Corrected
Oct 19, 2023	E	Nutrition	F0805	Corrected
Oct 19, 2023	E	Nutrition	F0808	Corrected
Oct 19, 2023	D	Pharmacy	F0759	Corrected
Oct 19, 2023	D	Pharmacy	F0760	Corrected
Oct 19, 2023	E	Quality of Care	F0677	Corrected
Oct 19, 2023	D	Quality of Care	F0688	Corrected
Oct 19, 2023	D	Quality of Care	F0697	Corrected
Sep 09, 2022	D	Abuse/Neglect	F0607	Corrected
Sep 09, 2022	D	Abuse/Neglect	F0609	Corrected
Sep 09, 2022	F	Administration	F0865	Corrected
Sep 09, 2022	E	Quality of Care	F0689	Corrected
Sep 09, 2022	D	Quality of Care	F0695	Corrected
Sep 09, 2022	E	Resident Rights	F0554	Corrected

Ownership: Non-Profit (Church)

Part of: Francisian Ministries

Resident Census by Payment Source

98 Total Residents

Medicare 28 (28.6%)

Medicaid 18 (18.4%)

Private Pay/Other 52 (53.1%)

Programs & Services

Residents' Group

CCRC

Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Active Resident Council

High-Risk Clinical Events

6.8 Score

30% better than avg Illinois avg: 9.7

Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline

Functional Decline

20.5 Score

10% worse than avg Illinois avg: 18.6

Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence

Long-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased

13.2%

Lost Too Much Weight

9.3%

Urinary Tract Infection

0.4%

Depressive Symptoms

1.5%

Falls with Major Injury

0.0%

Pneumococcal Vaccine

99.6%

Antipsychotic Use

15.7%

Influenza Vaccine

98.7%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers

4.6%

Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence

27.8%

Short-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).

Pneumococcal Vaccine

95.5% 40% better than avg Illinois: 68.3%

Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication

1.0% 58% better than avg Illinois: 2.3%

Influenza Vaccine

94.6% 50% better than avg Illinois: 63.0%

Total Fines $0 Illinois avg: $143K 100% better than avg

Number of Fines 0 Illinois avg: 3.0

Payment Denials 1 20 total days

Compared to Illinois Average Facility: $0 | Illinois Avg: $143K

Penalty History

Showing all 1 penalties (Aug 2024 - Aug 2024)

Aug 9, 2024 Payment Denial

20 days

Financial Trends

Historical financial and operational data for FRANCISCAN VILLAGE OF LEMONT based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.

Occupancy Rate 76.8% ↑ 2.7pp vs 2023

Net Income $386,211 ↑ ~$120K vs 2023

Total Payroll $13,625,979 ↑ ~$2.0M vs 2023

Profit Margin 0.8% ↑ 0.2pp vs 2023

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Metric	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Occupancy %	85.1%	83.9%	87.0%	89.2%	81.2%	83.4%	86.6%	85.9%	78.9%	75.0%	74.8%	74.1%	76.8%
Beds	127	127	127	127	127	127	127	127	127	127	127	127	127
Net Income	$154,685	$200,662	$432,971	$1,629,332	$1,344,067	$1,887,107	$1,500,443	$2,524,898	$2,446,977	$687,601	-$1,773,510	$266,670	$386,211
Gross Revenue	$17,190,619	$19,743,561	$21,370,280	$24,005,444	$24,885,920	$26,986,431	$28,550,465	$30,224,790	$28,719,912	$29,648,756	$48,913,348	$47,726,100	$50,405,070
Operating Expenses	$17,409,021	$17,518,963	$18,444,961	$20,388,744	$21,777,559	$23,098,073	$24,755,185	$24,828,243	$25,524,899	$24,625,339	$26,041,918	$27,700,543	$29,391,612
Net Patient Revenue	$17,190,619	$17,366,026	$18,867,782	$21,990,843	$23,049,571	$24,955,972	$26,163,090	$27,309,307	$26,316,182	$24,546,719	$26,077,292	$27,561,548	$29,429,303
Total Payroll	$8,934,026	$9,132,204	$9,412,750	$10,500,641	$11,264,493	$12,213,909	$12,769,982	$13,065,042	$11,607,281	$10,483,065	$11,887,247	$11,629,897	$13,625,979
Profit Margin %	0.9%	1.0%	2.0%	6.8%	5.4%	7.0%	5.3%	8.4%	8.5%	2.3%	-3.6%	0.6%	0.8%
Medicare %	23.8%	23.7%	24.0%	21.1%	20.6%	25.0%	21.2%	21.0%	17.9%	17.5%	20.4%	19.1%	18.4%
Medicaid %	24.1%	24.6%	17.4%	18.5%	18.0%	15.7%	20.4%	19.5%	21.4%	4.8%	24.6%	20.1%	24.7%
Private %	52.2%	51.7%	58.6%	60.3%	61.4%	59.3%	58.5%	59.5%	60.6%	77.8%	55.0%	60.8%	56.9%
Revenue/Day	$434	$446	$468	$532	$611	$645	$652	$686	$717	$706	$752	$803	$825
Cost/Day	$440	$450	$457	$493	$577	$597	$617	$624	$696	$708	$751	$807	$824
Avg Length of Stay	40.9 days	44.8 days	45.5 days	43.5 days	36.7 days	30.1 days	26.5 days	42.3 days	62.8 days	78.7 days	72.1 days	89.6 days	72.0 days

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Community Care Program

Illinois CCP

General: Age 60+, Illinois resident, at risk of nursing home placement.

Income Limits (2025): ~$1,215/month (individual).

Asset Limits: $17,500 (individual, excludes home, car).

IL Specifics: High demand in urban areas; waitlists possible.

Illinois Respite Program

IL Respite (via NFCSP)

General: Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Illinois resident.

Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Asset Limits: Not applicable.

IL Specifics: Limited slots; urban/rural balance.

Supportive Living Program (SLP)

Illinois Medicaid Supportive Living Program

General: Age 65+ or 22-64 with disability, 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 Specifics: ~200 SLP sites statewide; room/board not covered.

Persons Who Are Elderly Waiver

Illinois Medicaid Elderly Waiver

General: Age 65+, 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 Specifics: Part of HealthChoice Illinois; consumer-directed options available.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Illinois Medicare Savings Program

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Illinois SCSEP

General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Illinois resident.

Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.

IL Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents.

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Illinois Optional State Supplementation

General: Age 65+ or disabled, 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 Specifics: ~$50-$500/month based on facility type.

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

Illinois VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, 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 Specifics: High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

FRANCISCAN VILLAGE OF LEMONT

FRANCISCAN VILLAGE OF LEMONT is an Assisted Living Home in Illinois

FRANCISCAN VILLAGE OF LEMONT is an Assisted Living Home in Illinois

FRANCISCAN VILLAGE OF LEMONT

FRANCISCAN VILLAGE OF LEMONT is an Assisted Living Home in Illinois

FRANCISCAN VILLAGE OF LEMONT is an Assisted Living Home in Illinois

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Mostly short-term rehab stays

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Health Inspection History

Citation Severity Distribution

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Penalty History

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Occupancy Rate

Financial Performance

Payroll & Labor Costs

Payer Mix

Revenue vs Cost Per Patient Day

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Supportive Living Program (SLP)

Persons Who Are Elderly Waiver

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

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