Page 4 of Best Nursing Homes in Chicago, IL

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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 2.9/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Chicago, IL. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 2.5/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Chicago, IL. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Chicago, IL. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the IL Dept. of Public Health (IDPH), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

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

The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. 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. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Illinois average is: 60.5% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Paul House and Healthcare Center
NH
AL
HOS
MC
PC
RC
SNF
Chicago (Irving Park)
110
Facility 110
IL AVG 120
Rank #77 / 165
88.6%
Facility 88.6%
IL AVG 76.9%
Rank #29 / 127
+15%
2.98
Facility 2.98
IL AVG 3.10
Rank #56 / 152
-5%-4%
$128.2k
Facility $128.2k
IL AVG $151.3k
Rank #120 / 153
61
Facility 61
IL AVG 36.8
Rank #131 / 153
6.1
Facility 6.1
IL AVG 3.7
Rank #147 / 153
498-
78
Facility 78
IL AVG 54
Rank #39 / 190
Jacob Mermelstein$12.4M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.$3.7M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.29.6%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.145767

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Overview of Paul House and Healthcare Center

Paul House and Health Care Center is located in the charming Irving Park area on the northside of Chicago. This healthcare center has been providing top-quality services for over a century to those in need. Their range of services includes post-acute rehabilitation, long-term skilled nursing, assisted living, memory care, and respite care. The staff at Paul House and Health Care Center work in harmony to ensure that the residents receive the utmost care and attention.

The atmosphere at this healthcare center is active and lively, with social groups and a pleasant environment. They have a steady flow of competitive volunteers and provide 24-hour assistance to their residents. Moreover, this home boasts exceptional housekeeping, amazing cuisine, good communication among the team, and studio to one-bedroom apartments. They provide monthly outings, an on-site salon, activity spaces, library, and restaurant-style meals. It is amazing how they encourage the freedom of its residents to follow their interests and passions. No wonder why they have stood the test of time and continue to be a cherished institution in one of the largest cities in the US. 

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Overview of Warren Barr South Loop

The Near South Side location distinguishes Warren Barr South Loop from standard Illinois nursing home alternatives. A Walk Score of 94 establishes the facility within a walkable urban environment, enabling visitors and residents to utilize local services or execute errands on foot. Situated at 1725 S Wabash Ave, the skilled nursing environment functions at 83 percent capacity and records an average resident duration of 65 days.

The facility maintains a documented clinical profile. Post-acute recovery programs include specialized tracks for orthopedic rehabilitation, cardiac care, pulmonary care, and post-transplant recovery. Internal operations utilize full-time therapists for in-house rehabilitation, while the institution holds dual accreditation through the Gold Seal of Approval and an Enhanced Respiratory Care designation.

Nursing services provide continuous coverage for the resident population. Daily staffing metrics indicate total nursing care at 2 hours and 32 minutes per resident, of which registered nurses contribute 27 minutes. Such data points reflect the specific allocation of clinical personnel within the facility.

The facility processes Medicare, Medicaid, and private payment options, consistent with its 65-day average length of stay. This urban location operates as a short-stay environment, organized for individuals undergoing post-acute recovery following cardiac episodes, orthopedic procedures, pulmonary conditions, or transplant surgeries. The combination of specialized programming, urban accessibility, and respiratory accreditation establishes a specific operational profile for comparison against other Chicago alternatives.

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Overview of Warren Barr Lincoln Park

Owned by Sidney Garver, Warren Barr Lincoln Park is a nursing home in the Lincoln Park neighborhood of Chicago at 2732 North Hampden Court. It welcomes Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, offering families several payment routes for skilled nursing care. The highly walkable neighborhood has a Walk Score of 91. This means residents and visiting families can run most daily errands on foot and benefit from easy transit access to nearby services.

Warren Barr Lincoln Park delivers skilled nursing care with a team of registered nurses, nurse aides, and licensed practical or vocational nurses. Daily nursing care averages 3 hours 4 minutes per resident, with registered nurses contributing around 46 minutes per resident day. Nurse aides average 1 hour 59 minutes per resident daily, while LPNs and LVNs contribute about 34 minutes. This staffing structure bolsters occupants needing attentive nursing support during recovery or long-term care stays.

For families contemplating the home, the Lincoln Park location offers a residential neighborhood ambiance with strong urban walkability and easy access to the surrounding area.

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Overview of Brookdale Lake View

Considerably one of the trusted independent living and assisted living in Chicago, IL; its ideal location sits right near Lincoln Park and Lake Michigan, and seniors are able to enjoy the natural scenery the city has to offer. The residents and their families entrust the caring staff at Brookdale Lake View to help them live a life of ease during their senior years. The senior living community promotes a lifestyle that only one can imagine; they want residents to have the time of their lives– having a worry-free daily living that allows them to pursue more of their interests. They ensure that residents are also able to create a vibrant social life, so they provide engaging activities for them to take part in, as a chance to create meaningful relationships among staff and residents. Brookdale Lake View is an assisted living Chicago community that explores all possibilities ever imagined.

The community has staff available 24/7 with all-around-the-clock activities ready for seniors to sign up for. Their essential services like their personal care assistance, medication management, housekeeping, and laundry services– are helpful in making day-to-day activities easier for residents. On the other hand, their featured amenities include their emergency alert system, fitness center library, cafe and bistro– among others– help in maintaining an active lifestyle for their residents. 

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Overview of Ascension Living Resurrection Village

Ascension Living Resurrection Village is a mid-rise, 37-unit community at 7262 W Peterson Ave in Chicago’s Norwood Park neighborhood, operated by Presence Senior Services-Chicagoland. The care levels span memory care, assisted living, and independent living, with units in studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom configurations. Resurrection Medical Center is 0.28 miles from the front door, which is among the closer hospital proximities you will find for a community this size.

The facility is rooted in the Catholic faith tradition, and pastoral and spiritual care are part of the service package alongside the practical daily supports: housekeeping, transportation, beauty services, and rehabilitation. Registered dietitian consultations are available. Exercise programming and organized social activities fill out the wellness side. A volunteer program is active.

The amenity footprint is substantive for 37 units. On-site you get a library, salon, spa, patio, fitness center, greenhouse and garden areas, bike paths, and free ground-level parking. That breadth is unusual at this scale and suggests a campus built for longer stays.

The Walk Score is 47, meaning Norwood Park requires a car for most daily tasks. State inspections have tended to center on care planning and documentation and fall and injury prevention.

For families placing a loved one within a Catholic care tradition, or those who want memory care paired with independent and assisted living on the same campus and a hospital within a quarter mile, this community is a specific and coherent fit.

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Overview of Brookdale at Home® Lake View

Enjoy our independence for as long as possible with Brookdale at Home Lake View, a dedicated home care provider based in Chicago, IL that offers a range of in-home care services. This includes companion care, personal care, and respite care. Brookdale’s team of professional caregivers is experienced in serving people who want to enjoy their independence for as long as possible while receiving the support they require.

Brookdale at Home Lake View’s dedicated team can help with a wide variety of tasks and services, ranging from meal preparation and housekeeping to pet care and medication assistance, so seniors can spend more time doing the things they truly love. Understanding that their caregivers are vital to their endeavor, Brookdale at Home conducts thorough background checks and screenings to select highly qualified caregivers seniors can feel comfortable around.

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Overview of The Grove Berwyn

The Grove Berwyn is changing the approach to post-hospital care. One of the innovative nursing homes in West Chicago, expect the most advanced services for faster recovery. They are one of the only rehabilitation homes that have gained the trust of many families– and even physicians alike– because of their results-driven tailored personal care plans provided for each unique individual; they ensure that residents are able to achieve their goals seamlessly. The Grove Berwyn is where seniors get to experience reimagined and redefined quality rehabilitative care.

The areas of excellence are found in the range of specialized services such as post-acute rehabilitative care: cardiac rehab, orthopedic rehab, stroke recovery, oncology care, pulmonary care, and wound care. Of course, state-of-the-art amenities are found in every corner of the building: world-class physical therapy equipment, a team of full-time therapists on staff, and other post-surgical rehabilitation of all services. 

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
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Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Chicago Nursing Home Facilities Overview

  • Avg payroll costs: $6,240,955.87 (Illinois avg: $4,383,518.90)
  • Avg home costs: $9,739,094.81 (Illinois avg: $6,428,161.12)
  • Avg occupancy: 79.00% (Illinois avg: 71.98%)
  • Avg bed count: 180 (Illinois avg: 133)
  • Avg home revenue: $16,980,240.27 (Illinois avg: $11,189,208.54)

Community-level financial and occupancy data

  • SOUTH LOOP SKILLED NURSING FACILITY: 84.81% occupancy, 210 beds, $31,328,978.00 home revenue, $6,683,577.00 payroll costs, $18,830,038.00 home costs.
  • ELEVATE CARE IRVING PARK: 67.26% occupancy, 117 beds, $9,093,957.00 home revenue, $3,670,400.00 payroll costs, $5,789,670.00 home costs.
  • WARREN PARK HEALTH AND LIVING CENTER: 98.74% occupancy, 127 beds, $18,482,909.00 home revenue, $4,483,173.00 payroll costs, $6,641,489.00 home costs.
  • SELFHELP HOME: 75.97% occupancy, 72 beds, $11,390,747.00 home revenue, $5,393,105.00 payroll costs, $4,422,210.00 home costs.
  • SYMPHONY AT 87TH STREET LLC: 91.95% occupancy, 210 beds, $18,395,477.00 home revenue, $7,499,046.00 payroll costs, $11,610,752.00 home costs.
  • FOSTER HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTE: 78.70% occupancy, 46 beds, $3,712,063.00 home revenue, $1,451,440.00 payroll costs, $2,056,227.00 home costs.
  • SYMPHONY SOUTH SHORE LLC.: 73.71% occupancy, 248 beds, $18,560,865.00 home revenue, $9,131,945.00 payroll costs, $12,327,105.00 home costs.
  • SYMPHONY MIDWAY LLC.: 89.40% occupancy, 249 beds, $18,118,465.00 home revenue, $7,623,792.00 payroll costs, $11,887,763.00 home costs.
  • BALMORAL NURSING HOME: 74.46% occupancy, 213 beds, $13,376,547.00 home revenue, $4,559,694.00 payroll costs, $9,200,011.00 home costs.
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MetricChicagoIllinois
Avg payroll costs$6,240,955.87$4,383,518.90
Avg home costs$9,739,094.81$6,428,161.12
Avg occupancy79.00%71.98%
Avg bed count180133
Avg home revenue$16,980,240.27$11,189,208.54
CommunityOccupancyBedsHome RevenuePayroll CostsHome CostsMedicareMedicaidPrivate Pay
SOUTH LOOP SKILLED NURSING FACILITY84.81%210$31,328,978.00$6,683,577.00$18,830,038.0015.34%15.91%68.75%
ELEVATE CARE IRVING PARK67.26%117$9,093,957.00$3,670,400.00$5,789,670.008.18%16.08%75.74%
WARREN PARK HEALTH AND LIVING CENTER98.74%127$18,482,909.00$4,483,173.00$6,641,489.0013.58%7.26%79.16%
SELFHELP HOME75.97%72$11,390,747.00$5,393,105.00$4,422,210.0024.36%15.83%59.81%
SYMPHONY AT 87TH STREET LLC91.95%210$18,395,477.00$7,499,046.00$11,610,752.007.16%64.09%28.75%
FOSTER HEALTH & REHABILITATION CENTE78.70%46$3,712,063.00$1,451,440.00$2,056,227.0010.78%79.26%9.96%
SYMPHONY SOUTH SHORE LLC.73.71%248$18,560,865.00$9,131,945.00$12,327,105.005.17%74.70%20.13%
SYMPHONY MIDWAY LLC.89.40%249$18,118,465.00$7,623,792.00$11,887,763.001.93%60.58%37.49%
BALMORAL NURSING HOME74.46%213$13,376,547.00$4,559,694.00$9,200,011.006.48%9.88%83.64%
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Chicago, IL

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 nursing home care?

Yes — Illinois Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 37 nursing homes in Chicago, IL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Chicago, 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 Chicago, 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 nursing homes in Chicago, 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.