The Atrium
Assisted Living & Memory Care · 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
11 years in operation Rank #101 / 177Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 101st out of 177 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A community with a solid operating history and experience delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 39 / 100 Rank #430 / 634Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 430th out of 634 homes we track 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.Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings cover every community we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Communities without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.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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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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Info below is compiled from the IL Dept. of Public Health (IDPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.

Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
City and state of the facility. Used for mapping and state-average comparisons.
Licensed bed capacity (maximum allowed). Not the same as how many beds are currently filled.
Indicates whether residents are allowed to have pets in the facility.
Third-party neighborhood walkability score (0–100). Convenience/context metric, not a healthcare quality measure.
Number of years the company has been in operation.
Better Business Bureau grade for the operating company. Reflects complaint handling and business practices, not clinical care quality.
Name of the licensed owner, operator, or managing entity as filed with the state. Useful for grouping facilities under the same organization.
Count of regulatory inspections in the reporting window. Higher volume can reflect more oversight visits, complaint-driven surveys, or routine licensure cycles.
Total count of deficiencies (cited regulatory issues) recorded in the selected reporting period. Read alongside inspection counts for context.
The average number of deficiencies this facility receives each time it's inspected, calculated as total deficiencies ÷ total inspections. A lower number suggests more consistent compliance with safety and care standards.
Inspection events categorized as complaint-related by the state regulator.
Count of incident-based investigations (e.g. reported events) in the regulatory record for the reporting period.
Housing or bed configuration options (e.g. studio, shared), often from facility-reported amenities and licensing details.
Trustwell Living Cherryvale Place
AL
MC
RC
Rockford (Cherry Valley)
98
Facility 98
IL AVG 85
Rank #125 / 418
No
30
Facility 30
IL AVG 52
Rank #495 / 634
10
Facility 10
IL AVG 17
Rank #107 / 177
A+Rockford Al/Mc, LLC8--
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 3
Rank #202 / 315
3
Facility 3
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #222 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Morning Star Village
AL
Rockford
75
Facility 75
IL AVG 85
Rank #193 / 418
Yes
10
Facility 10
IL AVG 52
Rank #596 / 634
21
Facility 21
IL AVG 17
Rank #64 / 177
A+Morning Star Village, Inc9
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 7
Rank #67 / 276
0.1
Facility 0.1
IL AVG 0.8
Rank #68 / 276
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 3
Rank #1 / 315
1
Facility 1
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #90 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Cedarhurst of Rockford
AL
RC
Rockford
73
Facility 73
IL AVG 85
Rank #198 / 418
Yes
37
Facility 37
IL AVG 52
Rank #440 / 634
--Snh Lincoln Tenant LLC7--
2
Facility 2
IL AVG 3
Rank #142 / 315
0
Facility 0
IL AVG 1.9
Rank #1 / 315
Studio / 1 Bed
Home Again Assisted Living Cambridge
AL
MC
Cambridge47No 49 11A+Home Again Assisted Living Inc482.01-Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms
The Atrium
AL
MC
Rockford-No
39
Facility 39
IL AVG 52
Rank #430 / 634
11
Facility 11
IL AVG 17
Rank #101 / 177
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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.

How long has The Atrium been in business?

The Atrium has been operating for approximately 11 years, based on available licensing and registration records.

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.

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