The Atrium
Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Nursing Home · Rockford, IL

The Atrium

Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care & Nursing Home · Rockford, IL

Overview of The Atrium

Serving the community for eight years, The Atrium is a senior living community at 2885 McFarland Road in Rockford, Illinois. The single-story building is accessible to occupants seeking care in a quieter residential setting.

Located in a somewhat walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 39, The Atrium is best for residents and families who drive to most destinations or have available transportation. The area is typical of suburban Rockford, offering a calm atmosphere while requiring a vehicle for many daily errands and activities.

For families considering the home, visiting on-site is a vital first step to know existing services and care options, see living spaces, and get a sense of daily life in the community. This helps you determine if The Atrium and its location meet your loved one’s needs.

Years in operation
8 years in operation Rank #113 / 165Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 113th out of 165 homes in Illinois for Years In Operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Illinois facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Illinois that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
An established community with some operational experience and growing routines.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 39 / 100 Rank #430 / 648Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 430th out of 648 homes in Illinois for Walk Score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Illinois facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in Illinois that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMs. Vicky Beard, Director - Community Relations (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)

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Building Type: Single-story

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Address 6.2 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Rockford's city center to The Atrium's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 2.85 miles to nearest hospital (OSF Saint Anthony Medical Center)

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The information below is reported by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation.

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Financial Assistance for
Assisted Living in Illinois

The Atrium is located in Rockford, Illinois.
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Community Care Program

Illinois CCP

Age 60+
General Illinois resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,215/month individual
Asset Limits $17,500 individual, excludes home, car
IL

High demand in urban areas; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/day) Adult day services ($65/day) Emergency home response systems ($30/month)

Illinois Respite Program

IL Respite (via NFCSP)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Illinois resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
IL

Limited slots; urban/rural balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$65/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Supportive Living Program (SLP)

Illinois Medicaid Supportive Living Program

Age 65+ or 22-64 with disability
General Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs moderate assistance (not nursing home-level).
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
IL

~200 SLP sites statewide; room/board not covered.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, mobility) Meals Housekeeping Medication management Respite (~240 hours/year)

Persons Who Are Elderly Waiver

Illinois Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+
General Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IL

Part of HealthChoice Illinois; consumer-directed options available.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., dressing, eating) Homemaker Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Home mods ($1,000 avg.)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Illinois Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Illinois resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
IL

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Illinois Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Illinois resident, in approved facility, SSI recipient or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IL

~$50-$500/month based on facility type.

Benefits
Cash (~$50-$500/month) for room/board in personal care homes or SLFs

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Illinois VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Illinois resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
IL

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

Frequently Asked Questions about The Atrium

Is The Atrium in a walkable area?

The Atrium has a walk score of 39. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

Are pets allowed at The Atrium?

No, The Atrium has a no-pet policy.

Are there photos of The Atrium?

Yes — there are 5 photos of The Atrium in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of The Atrium?

The Atrium is located at 2885 Mcfarland Rd, Rockford, IL 61107.

What is the phone number of The Atrium?

(800) 821-1535 will put you in contact with the team at The Atrium.

Is The Atrium Medicare or Medicaid certified?

The Atrium is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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