Eastland Retirement Community
Eastland Retirement Community
Overview of Eastland Retirement Community
Eastland Retirement Community is a 42-bed senior living campus located at 901 Eastland Drive in Auburn, Illinois. Owned and operated by Eastland Independent & Assisted Senior Living LLC, the community is led by Director Debbie Gheen and serves Sangamon County with a blend of independent and assisted living options. Centrally located, the facility maintains a Walk Score of 68, providing residents with pedestrian access to various local services in Auburn.
The facility is regulated under the Illinois Assisted Living and Shared Housing Establishment Act and does not carry a federal CMS star rating. Current 2026 data shows that the community maintains a citations-per-inspection rate of zero across its three most recent state reviews. This record includes a December 2024 licensing survey, a March 2025 annual survey, and a September 2025 investigation into three separate complaints, all of which were found to be unsubstantiated and resulted in no violations. No fines or enforcement actions are present in the current regulatory record.
Professional support is available 24/7 through a team of licensed nurses and certified nursing assistants (CNAs) who oversee medication administration and daily physical needs. The clinical model emphasizes personal safety, with each resident provided a location pendant linked to a 24-hour security system. While specific therapy outcomes are not listed, the staffing structure is designed to coordinate care with residents’ personal physicians to support a stable healthcare continuum.
Residences are configured as one- and two-bedroom apartments featuring individualized climate controls and full kitchenettes. The monthly service model is all-inclusive, covering three meals daily, weekly housekeeping, and professional laundry.
Shared amenities include an on-site beauty salon, a library program, and common areas for social gatherings. The social calendar is managed by on-site staff to provide organized activities and creative engagement. For local errands and medical visits, the community offers scheduled transportation to keep residents connected to the Auburn area.
Older adults seeking a small-scale, apartment-style setting with a deficiency-free regulatory history may find this environment appropriate. Prospective residents and their representatives should visit the campus directly to assess the current atmosphere and 2026 quality performance firsthand.
42-bed community Rank #338 / 424Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 338th out of 424 homes in Illinois for Bed Count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Illinois facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.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.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 68 / 100 Rank #163 / 648Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 163rd 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.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living/shared Housing Establishment
StatusActive
IssuanceFebruary 11, 2026
ExpirationFebruary 10, 2027
CountySangamon
License Number5105405
Owner NameEastland Independent & Assisted Senior Living LLC
Emergency SystemsYes, including the use of a personal location pendant.
Safety Features24-hour security.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
ContactMs. Debbie Gheen, Office Manager (per BBB, record updated Jul 2026)
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Pets not allowed
Around-The-Clock Care
Three Nutritious Meals
Organized Activities
Weekly Housekeeping
On-Site Beauty Salon
Library Program
Inspection History
In Illinois, the Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation conducts annual unannounced surveys to assess compliance with state and federal healthcare facility standards.
Since 2024 · 2 years of data
0 deficiencies
6 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
This scorecard compares key inspection, deficiency, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Illinois state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Since 2024 vs. Illinois state average
Overall vs. IL average
0 Worse
No metrics in this bucket.
1 Better
Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (100% below)
• Total deficiencies (100% below)
Latest Inspection
February 2, 2026
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 0 | 7 | This facility has 100% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (0 vs. IL avg 7).↓ 100% better |
Inspections
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 6 | 9 | This facility has had 33% fewer total inspections than the Illinois average (6 vs. IL avg 9). More inspections can mean more regulatory scrutiny rather than worse care.↓ 33% fewer |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
- March 24, 2025 annual inspection found no deficiencies and full compliance with assisted living regulations.
- September 10, 2025 complaint investigation cleared all three complaints with no violations or deficiencies.
- December 13, 2024 original licensing survey confirmed full compliance with all applicable assisted living and shared housing codes.
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The information below is reported by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation.
| Westminster Place | AL IL MC NH RC SNF | Evanston (Grant Street) | 105 | Yes | - | 44 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Tabor Hills | AL IL NH RC SNF | Naperville (Naperville Park District) | 96 | Yes | A+ | 21 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Eastland Retirement Community | AL | Auburn | 42 | No | A+ | 68 | - |
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| The Mather | AL IL MC NH SNF | Evanston (Davis Street) | 22 | Yes | - | 95 | 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
Frequently Asked Questions about Eastland Retirement Community
Who is the owner of Eastland Retirement Community?
Eastland Retirement Community is legally operated by Eastland Independent & Assisted Senior Living LLC.
Is Eastland Retirement Community in a walkable area?
Eastland Retirement Community has a walk score of 68. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
What is the license number of Eastland Retirement Community?
According to IL state health department records, Eastland Retirement Community's license number is 5105405.
When does Eastland Retirement Community's license expire?
According to IL state health department records, Eastland Retirement Community's license expires on February 10, 2027.
Are pets allowed at Eastland Retirement Community?
No, Eastland Retirement Community has a no-pet policy.
How many beds does Eastland Retirement Community have?
Eastland Retirement Community has 42 beds.
What is the address of Eastland Retirement Community?
Eastland Retirement Community is located at 901 Eastland Drive, Auburn, IL 62615.
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