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Compare Assisted Living around Winnebago County
The information below is reported by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation.
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| TLC Assisted Living |
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. | Machesney Park (Roosevelt Road) | 62
Facility
62
IL AVG
131
Rank
#249 / 430 | No |
40
Facility
40
IL AVG
53
Rank
#417 / 647 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
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#128 / 251 | - | Tlc Illinois, LLC | 7 | 1 | 1 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| NorthPointe Terrace |
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. | Roscoe (East Rockton Road) | 24
Facility
24
IL AVG
131
Rank
#402 / 430 | No |
3
Facility
3
IL AVG
53
Rank
#623 / 647 | 19
Facility
19
IL AVG
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Rank
#73 / 251 | A+ | Beloit Health System, Inc | 4 | - | - | 1 Bed |
| Highview In the Woodlands |
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.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Rockton | 36
Facility
36
IL AVG
131
Rank
#376 / 430 | No |
2
Facility
2
IL AVG
53
Rank
#628 / 647 | 22
Facility
22
IL AVG
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#58 / 251 | - | Highview Retirement Home Association | 5 | 1 | - | Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Prairie View Assisted Living |
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.
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Winnebago | 30
Facility
30
IL AVG
131
Rank
#386 / 430 | Yes |
34
Facility
34
IL AVG
53
Rank
#464 / 647 | 1
Facility
1
IL AVG
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#128 / 251 | - | Sabra Health Care Holdings III, LLC | 7 | 1 | 2 | Private Rooms |
| Heritage Woods of Belvidere |
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. | Belvidere | -
Facility
-
IL AVG
131 | No |
1
Facility
1
IL AVG
53
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#633 / 647 | 15
Facility
15
IL AVG
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#90 / 251 | A+ | - | - | - | - | 1 Bed |
Experience senior living to its fullest with Tlc Assisted Living located in the beautiful place of Mahcesny Park, IL, offering assisted living services. Here, residents can choose from cozy and well-appointed accommodations ranging from studio to one-bedroom and two-bedroom. Having a competent and dedicated team, the community provides round-the-clock in-house medical care for its residents.
Offering above-and-beyond services, residents can enjoy constantly evolving menus with world-class meals, weekly housekeeping and linen services, and scheduled transportation. Hang out with friends by visiting its bistro, craft center, and movie theater. Explore its beautifully created common spaces and create meaningful memories with newly found companions. Participate in a full calendar of social events and other life enrichment programs for continuing engagement and development. At Tlc Assisted Living, seniors can enjoy a wonderful retirement.
What does this home offer?
Total Residents: 62 Residents
Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Dining Services
Beauty Services
Personal Care Assistance
Social and Recreational Activities
Housekeeping Services
Safety Systems
Located in the welcoming community of Roscoe, IL, Northpointe Terrace of is an esteemed senior living community that offers assisted living services. Here, residents can select from stunning and spacious accommodations based on their preferences. Having a competent and compassionate on-site team, residents can receive 24/7 personal care and services to meet their needs and other immediate concerns. Moreover, the community provides a home-like atmosphere making its residents feel included and valued.
Explore its exceptional amenities and services including tasty and healthy meals, medication management, physician appointments, wellness programs, salon services, and many more. Create unforgettable memories with new companions within beautifully created shared spaces of this community. With Northpointe Terrace, seniors are assured of an ultimately secure and relaxing living experience.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: 1 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Overview of Highview in the Woodlands
Explore a luxurious stay with Highview in the Woodlands located in the peaceful neighborhood of Rockton, IL, offering assisted living and memory care services. Here, residents can choose from 36 one-bedroom and two-bedroom private apartments with several floor plans. The community provides round-the-clock care and services catering to the immediate needs and concerns of its residents. In terms of memory care, those with cognitive conditions like Alzheimer’s disease and dementia can receive specialized care through an expert and empathetic team.
The community is dedicated to providing dignified living and competent care wherein residents can enjoy excellent amenities and services. These include 3 delicious and nutritious meals prepared by a talented culinary team, in-house salon services, and transportation assistance. Engage in a robust calendar of social activities and community events. With Highview in the Woodlands, seniors can truly make the most out of their retirement.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: Suite / 1 Bed / 2 Bed
Building Type: Single-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Overview of Prairie View Assisted Living
Nestled in the welcoming community of Winnebago, IL, Prairie View Assisted Living is an inviting senior living community that provides assisted living and short-term living. Beautifully appointed and spacious accommodations with varying floor plans are available for its residents based on individual tastes. With a highly equipped and passionate team, residents can receive personalized care plans catering to their immediate interests and needs.
Dedicated to providing top-of-the-line amenities and services, residents can enjoy the following: full dining services, an emergency call system, a pendant for personal safety, housekeeping and laundry services, access to rehabilitation services, and many more. Meet new friends by participating in diverse recreational programs and other social activities. The Prairie View Assisted Living is ideal for seniors seeking a worry-free retirement.
What does this home offer?
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: Single-story
Fitness and Recreation
Discover an exceptional living experience with Heritage Woods of Belvidere located in the vibrant neighborhood of Belvidere, IL, providing assisted living services. Having a three-story building that houses 120 one-bedroom apartment options, residents can select according to their preferences. The community offers round-the-clock personal assistance and services to ensure the comfort and security of its residents.
Committed to providing top-notch amenities and services, residents can avail delectable and healthy meals, housekeeping and laundry services, an emergency response system, and beauty/barber shop services. Boost physical endurance and wellness by working out in the exercise room. Explore its amazing shared spaces such as the patio and lounge. Enjoy participating in a full calendar of social activities and life enrichment programs with new companions. At Heritage Woods of Belvidere, seniors are guaranteed a blissful retirement.
What does this home offer?
Housing Options: 1 Bed
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these assisted living communities
Every community above is evaluated across six weighted categories using public data including state inspection records, review platforms, BBB profiles, and operator-published materials.
Weighting overview
- 35%Resident Experience
- 25%Regulatory
- 15%Visual Media
- 10%Website
- 10%Stability
- 5%Environment
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Resident & Family Experience 35%
The single largest share of every ranking. Aggregated review sentiment and volume from major platforms — the closest signal to real resident experience.
- Includes
- Review Sentiment
- Review Volume
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Regulatory & Safety Record 25%
State inspection records, citations, and complaint visits. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- State Inspections
- Citations/Inspection
- % Inspections w/ Citations
- Complaint Visits
- Accreditations
- BBB Rating
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Visual Media & Transparency 15%
Communities that publish high-quality visuals give families a real preview. No photos or tours = a negative transparency signal.
- Includes
- Video Tours
- Virtual Walkthroughs
- Photo Quantity
- Photo Quality
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Website & Operator Transparency 10%
Site quality and whether the operator publishes basic accountability information — staff names, contact details, ownership.
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- Website Content
- Mobile Usability
- Staff Info Available
- Owner Info Available
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Community Stability 10%
Operational signals indicating whether a community is well-run and meeting demand.
- Includes
- Occupancy Rate
- Bed Options
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Environment & Pricing 5%
Walkability and pricing transparency. Walk Score is weighted higher for Independent Living than for Memory Care, where most residents do not leave unaccompanied.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- Pricing Transparency
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Frequently Asked Questions about Assisted Living in Winnebago County, IL
What's the difference between assisted living and memory care in Illinois?
Assisted living in Illinois supports residents with daily activities (bathing, dressing, medication management) while preserving independence. Memory care is a specialized form of assisted living for residents living with Alzheimer's or dementia, and adds 24/7 secured environments, dementia-trained staff, and structured routines designed to reduce confusion and wandering.
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Illinois?
Assisted living in Illinois is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does Illinois Medicaid cover assisted living?
Illinois Medicaid does not directly pay room-and-board for assisted living, but most states (including Illinois) offer Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers that can offset the cost of care services delivered inside a licensed community. Eligibility, waitlists, and covered services vary — check directly with the state Medicaid agency.
What is assisted living?
Assisted living combines private or semi-private apartments with help on activities of daily living (meals, bathing, dressing, medication management) and a social calendar — for residents who need some support but do not need 24/7 medical care.
How many assisted living facilities are listed on this page?
This page features 5 assisted living facilities in Winnebago County, IL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right assisted living facility in Winnebago County, IL?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Winnebago County, IL, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting assisted living facilities in Winnebago County, IL?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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