Heritage Woods of Mt. Vernon

Heritage Woods of Mt. Vernon is an assisted living community located in Mt. Vernon, Illinois, serving adults 65 and older who need help maintaining their independence. The community offers 66 private studio and one-bedroom apartments, each with a kitchenette, spacious bathroom with shower, and emergency response system.

The community provides personal assistance and help with medications from certified staff available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Support services including three daily meals, housekeeping, and laundry are included. Heritage Woods was awarded the American Health Care Association/National Center for Assisted Living 2020 Bronze Quality Award, recognizing the community's foundation and commitment to continuous quality improvement.

Residents have access to a wide range of amenities and services designed for senior living. The community emphasizes lifestyle and wellness activities, offering residents the opportunity to enjoy the companionship of friends and neighbors and participate in social and recreational activities.

Heritage Woods is located on south 42nd Street, east of I-57 and south of Highway 15 in the south central Illinois community of Mt. Vernon, immediately south of the King City Professional Plaza. The two-story building opened in June 2007 and was designed specifically to serve older adults. Financial assistance programs, including the Supportive Living Program available in Illinois for seniors 65 or older on Medicaid with minimum Social Security income, are available to qualifying residents.