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Marycrest Village

Independent living in Joliet, Illinois

Checked November 2, 2026

Provider details
Address2115 Marmion Ave, Joliet, IL 60436
CityJoliet
StateIllinois
Phone(815) 744-7810
Age requirement62 and older
Age rule basisSection 202 is HUD's housing program for elderly households; eligibility requires the head of household to be age 62 or older.
Apartments57
Housing programHUD Section 8 (Section 202 property)
Income restrictedYes

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Marycrest Village is a senior apartment community in Joliet, Illinois, run by Volunteers of America Illinois. It has 57 homes and serves low-income seniors. The community is about 46 miles southwest of Chicago.

People who live here have their own apartment and live on their own terms. Staff are on site to give support. That can mean help with shopping or rides, help talking with medical providers, or help making a plan for preparing meals.

The goal is simple: a safe, supportive place where older adults, and adults with disabilities, can keep living independently and age in place. You can reach Marycrest Village at (815) 744-7810.

Who pays for independent living?

What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:

Independent living guide · Paying for care

Common questions about Marycrest Village

Where is Marycrest Village located?

Marycrest Village is at 2115 Marmion Ave, Joliet, IL 60436.

How do I contact Marycrest Village?

Call Marycrest Village at (815) 744-7810.

How much does independent living cost?

There is no single price for independent living. Rent is set by each community and varies a lot by city. The cost survey this site uses does not publish a national median for independent living, so we do not print one. Medicare does not pay for it, so families pay the rent out of pocket. See our guide to independent living costs and who pays for the full picture.

Does Medicare pay for independent living?

No. Medicare does not pay rent or housing costs. It pays for your medical care while you live there, like doctor visits, hospital care, and home health visits. The housing itself is paid out of pocket.

What is the difference between independent living and assisted living?

Independent living is housing for older adults who can live on their own. It gives a private home, meals in some places, and social activities. It does not include help with daily tasks. Assisted living adds that help. Staff help with bathing, dressing, and medicine, and staff are on hand day and night.

Who else pays for independent living besides Medicare?

Families pay the rent out of pocket. No insurance pays for independent living rent. Low-income senior apartments funded by HUD keep rent lower for people who qualify. Some veterans put VA pension payments toward the rent.

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