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CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Alden of Waterford is known for its comprehensive and integrative approach to specialized care. The home offers a range of rehabilitation services, including orthopedic, cardiac, stroke, pulmonary, and short-term rehabilitation, providing residents with exceptional care and support to promote their recovery and well-being.
Here, residents can enjoy luxury accommodations and an impressive array of amenities, ensuring an extraordinary living experience. The thoughtfully designed facilities feature serene aviaries, a delightful ice cream parlor, and a first-class hair and nail salon, all contributing to a welcoming and rejuvenating environment. The dining experience at Alden of Waterford is meticulously curated as well, offering exquisite culinary offerings that elevate each meal into a delightful gastronomic journey. The community sets the standard for senior care, with every aspect reflecting a commitment to excellence.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
This home is ranked 64th out of 167 homes in Illinois for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 1h 19m per day | ▲ 80% State avg: 44m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 16m per day | ▼ 57% State avg: 38m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 1h 56m per day | ▼ 10% State avg: 2h 8m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day |
|
Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 3h 0m per day | ▼ 3% State avg: 3h 5m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 10m per day | ▲ 226% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
Weekend RN
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 1h 1m per day | ▲ 79% State avg: 34m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Higher than the Illinois average: 69.3%Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
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.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, 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.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | IL Average | vs. IL Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 35 | 7 | This facility has 400% more total deficiencies than a typical Illinois nursing home (35 vs. IL avg 7).↑ 400% worse |
|
Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2023.
| 11.7 | 2.3 | This facility has 409% more deficiencies per year than a typical Illinois nursing home (11.7 vs. IL avg 2.3).↑ 409% worse |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
Illinois average 10.4
Last Health inspection on Nov 2025
Illinois average 36.8
Illinois average 3.68
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
18 of 31 citations resulted from standard inspections; 11 of 31 resulted from complaint investigations; and 2 of 31 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
43% worse than Illinois averageIllinois average: 0.7
100% better than Illinois averageIllinois average: 3.6
Corrected
Corrected
Corrected
Corrected
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
7% more staff per resident than Illinois average
0% compared with Illinois average
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Manages medical care and health needs.
All 31 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
31
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hoursAssists with medical care and medications.
All 9 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
9
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hoursHelps with daily care and mobility.
All 49 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
49
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.4 hours
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
5,863 contractor hours this quarter
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 49 | 0 | 49 | 13,850 | 92 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 31 | 0 | 31 | 8,462 | 92 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 14 | 14 | 1,773 | 81 | 88% | 7 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 9 | 0 | 9 | 1,567 | 85 | 92% | 7.6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 7 | 7 | 1,201 | 91 | 99% | 5.7 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 9 | 9 | 1,142 | 80 | 87% | 6.7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,070 | 92 | 100% | 6.3 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 4 | 4 | 1,005 | 68 | 74% | 7.6 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 827 | 65 | 71% | 7.3 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 62 | 67% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 465 | 61 | 66% | 7.6 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 421 | 57 | 62% | 7.4 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 421 | 56 | 61% | 7.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 409 | 54 | 59% | 7.6 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 336 | 34 | 37% | 9.9 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 328 | 61 | 66% | 5.4 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 3 | 3 | 188 | 57 | 62% | 3.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 3 | 3 | 167 | 32 | 35% | 5.1 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 2 | 2 | 60 | 23 | 25% | 2.6 |
Includes penalties issued in 2024
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
19% lower than Illinois averageIllinois average: $143K
33% fewer fines than Illinois averageIllinois average: 3.0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Illinois averageIllinois average: 1.1
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
1 penalty in the past 3 years
Apr 4, 2024 · $106K
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Apr 4, 2024Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
8.9
8% better than Illinois averageIllinois average: 9.7
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
15.9
15% better than Illinois averageIllinois average: 18.6
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
7.6%
51% better than Illinois averageIllinois average: 15.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
15.6%
15% better than Illinois averageIllinois average: 18.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
24.3%
12% worse than Illinois averageIllinois average: 21.6%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.5%
34% worse than Illinois averageIllinois average: 3.4%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
12.2%
131% worse than Illinois averageIllinois average: 5.3%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.1%
37% better than Illinois averageIllinois average: 1.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.5%
32% better than Illinois averageIllinois average: 6.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
9.3%
81% better than Illinois averageIllinois average: 48.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
12.7%
37% better than Illinois averageIllinois average: 20.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
71.4%
20% worse than Illinois averageIllinois average: 89.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
70.6%
23% worse than Illinois averageIllinois average: 91.6%
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.95
5% better than Illinois averageIllinois average: 2.05
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.26
In line with Illinois averageIllinois average: 2.25
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
46.0%
33% worse than Illinois averageIllinois average: 68.3%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.2%
50% better than Illinois averageIllinois average: 2.3%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
31.3%
50% worse than Illinois averageIllinois average: 63.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
27.1%
In line with Illinois averageIllinois average: 26.2%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
12.5%
11% better than Illinois averageIllinois average: 14.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
1.2%
57% worse than Illinois averageIllinois average: 0.8%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
64.3%
20% better than Illinois averageIllinois average: 53.7%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
59.2%
17% better than Illinois averageIllinois average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
28% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
52% of new residents, often for short stays.
20% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
75Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Historical financial and operational data for Alden of Waterford based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #119 / 166Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 119th out of 166 homes in Illinois. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Illinois average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
4.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Aurora's city center to Alden of Waterford's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.67 miles to nearest hospital (Rush Copley Medical Center)
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Facility
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86.1%
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IL AVG
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36.8
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2.1
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3.7
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#13 / 167 | - | 67 | - |
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IL AVG
51
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IL AVG
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#55 / 166 | $6.8M
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IL AVG
$4.8M
Rank
#90 / 166 | 33%
Facility
33%
IL AVG
44.3%
Rank
#152 / 166 | 146194 | ||||
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NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
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Facility
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IL AVG
86
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#44 / 426 | - | - | 2.50
Facility
2.50
IL AVG
3.10
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#125 / 167 | -1% | -19% | $0
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$151.3k
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#1 / 168 | 25
Facility
25
IL AVG
36.8
Rank
#60 / 167 | 4.2
Facility
4.2
IL AVG
3.7
Rank
#125 / 167 | 1 | 127 | A+ |
49
Facility
49
IL AVG
51
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#344 / 648 | Doros Generation Trust U/A/D 1/3/12 | $20.6M
Facility
$20.6M
IL AVG
$12.2M
Rank
#54 / 166 | $8.8M
Facility
$8.8M
IL AVG
$4.8M
Rank
#62 / 166 | 42.4%
Facility
42.4%
IL AVG
44.3%
Rank
#111 / 166 | 145006 | ||||
| Alden Courts of Waterford |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
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Facility
60
IL AVG
86
Rank
#255 / 426 |
90.0%
Facility
90.0%
IL AVG
69.3%
Rank
#34 / 199 | +30% | 3.60
Facility
3.60
IL AVG
3.10
Rank
#54 / 167 | +38% | +16% | $0
Facility
$0
IL AVG
$151.3k
Rank
#1 / 168 | 20
Facility
20
IL AVG
36.8
Rank
#42 / 167 | 3.3
Facility
3.3
IL AVG
3.7
Rank
#69 / 167 | - | 56 | A+ |
58
Facility
58
IL AVG
51
Rank
#253 / 648 | Steven Kroll | $6.8M
Facility
$6.8M
IL AVG
$12.2M
Rank
#149 / 166 | $3.8M
Facility
$3.8M
IL AVG
$4.8M
Rank
#150 / 166 | 56.1%
Facility
56.1%
IL AVG
44.3%
Rank
#48 / 166 | 146182 | ||||
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NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Aurora | 99
Facility
99
IL AVG
86
Rank
#125 / 426 |
78.9%
Facility
78.9%
IL AVG
69.3%
Rank
#83 / 199 | +14% | 3.15
Facility
3.15
IL AVG
3.10
Rank
#64 / 167 | +52% | +2% | $106.5k
Facility
$106.5k
IL AVG
$151.3k
Rank
#128 / 168 | 31
Facility
31
IL AVG
36.8
Rank
#88 / 167 | 2.4
Facility
2.4
IL AVG
3.7
Rank
#22 / 167 | 1 | 80 | A+ |
51
Facility
51
IL AVG
51
Rank
#325 / 648 | Alden Of Waterford Investments LLC | $12.6M
Facility
$12.6M
IL AVG
$12.2M
Rank
#100 / 166 | $5.5M
Facility
$5.5M
IL AVG
$4.8M
Rank
#119 / 166 | 43.7%
Facility
43.7%
IL AVG
44.3%
Rank
#103 / 166 | 146008 | ||||
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AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
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2.80
IL AVG
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#89 / 167 | +112% | -10% | $542.4k
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IL AVG
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#98 / 168 | 60
Facility
60
IL AVG
36.8
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#141 / 167 | 4.0
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4.0
IL AVG
3.7
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61
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61
IL AVG
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IL AVG
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$6.6M
IL AVG
$4.8M
Rank
#97 / 166 | 60.1%
Facility
60.1%
IL AVG
44.3%
Rank
#30 / 166 | 145473 |
Alden of Waterford has a walk score of 51. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Alden of Waterford's occupancy is 79%.
Alden of Waterford is registered as a for-profit in IL.
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(630) 851-7266 will put you in contact with the team at Alden of Waterford.
Yes — Alden of Waterford is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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