The Veterans’ Home at Quincy welcomes new residents to state-of-the-art domiciliary

QUINCY — The Veterans’ Home at Quincy officially welcomed its first residents into the newly constructed independent living domiciliary on Tuesday, marking a significant milestone in the facility’s transformation. The move-in is the latest step in a comprehensive $300 million investment that includes 80 independent living rooms and a 210-bed skilled care center opening later this year.

The Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs (IDVA) held a tour of the new facility, with IDVA Director Terry Prince, Administrator Chuck Newton, and Capital Development Board representatives walking media and stakeholders through the modernized spaces.

“The residents are eager to move and the staff is poised to assist with the transition to make them comfortable and at home,” said IDVA Director Terry Prince in a press release. “This represents Illinois’ commitment to its veterans and providing them the environment and care they deserve in gratitude for their service.”

The 80-room domiciliary features state-of-the-art, single-occupancy rooms designed to offer a more intimate, comfortable setting for veterans in need of independent living services. Along with the new independent living spaces, the project includes a new 210-bed skilled care facility to accommodate veterans who require more intensive medical and nursing care.

“This is something that I think everybody can be proud of,” said Mayor Mike Troup. “This is a solid veterans facility that will serve our veterans for generations.”

The $300 million investment is part of Governor J.B. Pritzker’s Rebuild Illinois initiative, a federal and state partnership designed to improve infrastructure and enhance public services across the state. The expansion at the Veterans’ Home at Quincy is expected to modernize the campus and significantly improve the quality of care available to Illinois veterans.

David Clifford, Chief Engineer at the Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs, emphasized the lasting impact of the new building.

“These new buildings ensure that we will be taking care of veterans for the next 50-75 years right here in Quincy. We are located midway in the state and that’s critical.”

The investment in Quincy’s Veterans’ Home is a step toward providing long-term care solutions for veterans and the community’s legacy of supporting those who served. As Illinois’ veterans population continues to age, facilities like this are expected to play a central role in providing the care and respect that veterans deserve.

For more information about the Veterans’ Home at Quincy or to schedule a visit, contact the IDVA or visit their website.