Located in McLean County, Normal, IL, houses a micro-urban uptown area with shops, restaurants and cultural amenities. Due to its proximity to Bloomington, there are 13 assisted living communities for seniors to choose from in the area, at an average monthly rate of $5,160. This is higher than the national median of $4,500 and the Illinois' statewide average of $4,488.
Our directory contains 84 reviews reviews for Normal's assisted living communities, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars stars. Use it to learn how to access long-term care options that align with your lifestyle and budgetary needs.
13 Results
1501 Mercy Creek Dr,, Normal, IL 61761
4.8
(5 reviews)
"My mother will be moving into Village at Mercy Creek. It's beautiful, and the staff is wonderful. The dining room and the menus are fantastic. There's a beauty parlor and a beautiful courtyard. It's just well kept and clean. It's a little smaller atm..."
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801 Gregory St, Normal, IL 61761
4.1
(9 reviews)
"My mom is at Evergreen Place Assisted Living. They're very caring and easy to communicate with, and they provide lots of activities and opportunities for my mom. The staff is very informative and always contacts me right away if anything happens. And..."
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1701 Evergreen Boulevard, Normal, IL 61761
4.6
(3 reviews)
"Evergreen Village is top notch for assisted care! The facility is well-maintained! The staff & management are always very courteous & helpful going the "extra mile" to attend to the residents & visitor's needs. I have been a volunteer for almost 10 y..."
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1402 Leslie Dr, Bloomington, IL 61704
4.7
(9 reviews)
"We went to Carriage Crossing of Bloomington yesterday. It's very good. It's very clean, it looks new, and it's very organized. It's very bright and cheery. It's excellent. Everybody was friendly and knowledgeable. It's a very good visit. The faciliti..."
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601 Lutz Rd, Bloomington, IL 61704
4.3
(3 reviews)
"I went to Luther Oaks. It's a lovely, premium-type place that was just too expensive for us. We saw the room and saw where they ate and so forth, and it was beautiful. They do have a workout area for exercise. They have outdoor park areas. It's very ..."
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14 Heartland Dr., Bloomington, IL 61704
3.5
(27 reviews)
"It is a beautiful facility. I can just feel the warmth and good vibes. The staff greeted me and were very hospitable. The activities were on point. My dad will be very happy here...."
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1815 Towanda Barnes Road, Bloomington, IL 61701
4.7
(4 reviews)
"We chose Bloomington Towanda Barnes Villas and Reflections for my mother. The staff is amazing with their responses. They just were very caring, very responsive, and made us feel very comfortable about leaving our mother there. We were there when the..."
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24588 CHURCH STREET, Chenoa, IL 61726
4.6
(3 reviews)
"Meadows is a wonderful facility. The staff goes above and beyond caring for the residents. They also make families feel comfortable and welcome when visiting loved ones. ..."
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2016 Fox Creek Road, Bloomington, IL 61701
4.1
(7 reviews)
"Family friendly environment. The staff will treat you like you were their own family . The rooms are amazing and the perfect size with multiple options to choose from . Residents enjoy all the activities including music programs , bingo and gardening..."
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201 LOCUST STREET, Minonk, IL 61760
4.0
(1 reviews)
"Heritage Manor was in the town my mother-in-law was living in. And it's also where most of her friends and her relatives live that would come to visit her. But it wasn't close to us. It was 5 hours away. The place was very nice. It was newly remodele..."
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2025 E. Lincoln St., Bloomington, IL 61701
3.6
(11 reviews)
"My mom moved into Westminster Village. We like the staff. My mom likes the food. Her apartment is very comfortable. The staff members are friendly, helpful, and respond quickly. We're happy with their services. My mom has physical and occupational th..."
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202 S Roosevelt Ave, Bloomington, IL 61701
3.0
(2 reviews)
"I have lived here since March and it is a wonderful place to live. Staff is very supportive and caring. Everyone I have met is very friendly. My neighbors are courteous and caring. It is quite and there are numerous activities to get involved in. Peo..."
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READ MOREAssisted living in Normal costs $5,160 per month, which is a higher rate than Illinois' statewide average of $4,488 and the national median of $4,500. Springfield also features a lower costs at $5,110, as does Chicago, where monthly rates fall about $335 below those in Normal. Meanwhile, seniors in Decatur pay $778 less, while Peoria presents a cost-effective solution at $4,131.
Normal
$5,160
Illinois
$4,488
United States
$4,500
Springfield
$5,110
Chicago
$4,825
Decatur
$4,382
Peoria
$4,131
On average, seniors in Normal pay $5,160 per month for assisted living.
Seniors receiving Medicaid may be eligible for the Illinois Supportive Living Program and the Community Care Program, which help cover daily living expenses.
Learn more about these programs, plus who’s eligible, on our Assisted Living in Illinois page.
While many families use their own funds or personal assets to pay for assisted living, there are plenty of additional options to cover these costs. Some additional ways to finance assisted living costs include:
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page.
Normal has senior care options for varying lifestyle and financial needs. Assisted living provides housing, daily meals and 24-hour personal care support for $5,160 per month, while home care helps seniors age in place, offering assistance with daily living activities, including dressing and meal preparation, for about $107 less. Furthermore, older adults needing skilled nursing services have multiple options, depending on the level of care needed. Home health care provides medical services, including wound care and medication administration, for $5,077 per month, while nursing homes offer around-the-clock nursing care and supervision in a semi-private room for $6,965.
In-Home Care
$5,053
Home Health Care
$5,077
Assisted Living Facility
$5,160
Nursing Home Facility (semiprivate room)
$6,965
Note: Data for Normal was unavailable, so data for the nearest city, Bloomington, was used instead.
Normal and the surrounding area are home to numerous government agencies and non-profit organizations offering help for seniors searching for or currently residing in an assisted living community. These organizations can also provide assistance in a number of other eldercare services such as geriatric care management, elder law advice, estate planning, finding home care and health and wellness programs.
To see a list of free assisted living resources in Normal, please visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page.
Normal Assisted Living Communities must adhere to the comprehensive set of state laws and regulations that all Assisted Living Facilities in Illinois are required to follow. Visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page for more information about these laws.
Assisted Living
Melanie
4.0
Review of Evergreen Village Supportive Living
I liked Evergreen Village Supportive Living, and it accepts Medicaid patients. They were very friendly, answered all of my questions, and were very patient with us. They showed us the studio room...
Assisted Living
Jackie
5.0
Review of Evergreen Place Assisted Living
My mom is at Evergreen Place Assisted Living. They're very caring and easy to communicate with, and they provide lots of activities and opportunities for my mom. The staff is very informative and...
Provider response
We appreciate your kind words, Jackie! We are thrilled to hear of your positive experience with Evergreen Place and appreciate your willingness to share with others.
Assisted Living
S
5.0
Review of Village at Mercy Creek
My mother will be moving into Village at Mercy Creek. It's beautiful, and the staff is wonderful. The dining room and the menus are fantastic. There's a beauty parlor and a beautiful courtyard....
Provider response
Thank you for taking the time to review The Village at Mercy Creek. We are honored that your mother chose our community as her home. We look forward to welcoming her into the Mercy Creek family.
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