Assisted Living Communities in Normal, IL
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 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 157 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.
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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...
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Jackie
5.0
Review of Evergreen Senior Living - Normal on Gregory
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.
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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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The Cost of Assisted Living in Nearby Cities
Assisted 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
Paying for Assisted Living in Normal
On average, seniors in Normal pay $5,160 per month for assisted living.
Financial Assistance for Assisted Living in Normal
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.

More Ways to Pay for Assisted Living
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:
- Veterans Benefits
- Life Insurance Policy
- Long-Term Care Insurance
- Reverse Mortgage
For more information about different ways to finance assisted living, visit our Assisted Living in Illinois page.
The Cost of Other Types of Senior Care
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.
Free Assisted Living Resources in Normal
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.
Assisted Living Laws and Regulations in Normal
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.






