210 ILCS 35/4: Department's powers and duties.

The Director of the Department shall establish a system of licensure for Community Living Facilities, in accordance with this Act, for the purposes of:

(1) Protecting the health, welfare and safety of residents;

(2) Insuring the provision of appropriate programming and support services for residents to promote their independence, personal growth, self-respect and ability to function in a more independent living arrangement;

(3) Insuring that the sites selected for Community Living Facilities enable residents to participate in community activities;

(4) Protecting residents' rights;

(5) Maintaining the integrity of communities by requiring regular monitoring and inspection of Community Living Facilities; insuring that minimum program and physical plant standards are maintained; and prohibiting the concentration of Community Living Facilities in residential neighborhoods.