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Best Nursing Homes in Cook County, IL

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 4 nursing homes in Cook County, IL using Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in IL
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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 4.5/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Cook County, 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: 4.0/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Cook County, 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: 4.0/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Cook County, 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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The information below is reported by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation.

4 facilities compared · CMS & IL Dept. of Health data

Celebrate Senior Living Niles
NH
AL
IL
MC
RC
Niles (North Newark Avenue)
59
Facility 59
IL AVG 86
Rank #268 / 426
89.7%
Facility 89.7%
IL AVG 69.3%
Rank #35 / 204
+29%
3.54
Facility 3.54
IL AVG 3.10
Rank #54 / 172
-1%+14%
$29.8k
Facility $29.8k
IL AVG $151.3k
Rank #99 / 173
9
Facility 9
IL AVG 36.8
Rank #11 / 172
1.8
Facility 1.8
IL AVG 3.7
Rank #6 / 172
249A+
60
Facility 60
IL AVG 51
Rank #233 / 648
Elevate Housing Foundation
$8.5M
Facility $8.5M
IL AVG $12.2M
Rank #122 / 171
$5.4M
Facility $5.4M
IL AVG $4.8M
Rank #126 / 171
63.3%
Facility 63.3%
IL AVG 44.3%
Rank #81 / 171
146176
Little Sisters of the Poor St. Mary’s Home
NH
AL
CH
HC
IL
Chicago (Lincoln Park)
76
Facility 76
IL AVG 86
Rank #195 / 426
58.3%
Facility 58.3%
IL AVG 69.3%
Rank #157 / 204
-16%
5.12
Facility 5.12
IL AVG 3.10
Rank #17 / 172
+37%+65%
$9.1k
Facility $9.1k
IL AVG $151.3k
Rank #72 / 173
21
Facility 21
IL AVG 36.8
Rank #45 / 172
5.3
Facility 5.3
IL AVG 3.7
Rank #154 / 172
145-
93
Facility 93
IL AVG 51
Rank #23 / 648
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St Joseph Home For the Elderly
NH
AL
CH
HC
IL
Palatine
49
Facility 49
IL AVG 86
Rank #301 / 426
53.2%
Facility 53.2%
IL AVG 69.3%
Rank #176 / 204
-23%
7.43
Facility 7.43
IL AVG 3.10
Rank #1 / 172
+63%+140%
$0
Facility $0
IL AVG $151.3k
Rank #1 / 173
5
Facility 5
IL AVG 36.8
Rank #3 / 172
5.0
Facility 5.0
IL AVG 3.7
Rank #148 / 172
-31-
69
Facility 69
IL AVG 51
Rank #159 / 648
Veronica Cantu---146189
Citadel at Saint Benedict
NH
NC
Niles (West Touhy Avenue)
135
Facility 135
IL AVG 86
Rank #64 / 426
87.5%
Facility 87.5%
IL AVG 69.3%
Rank #42 / 204
+26%
2.68
Facility 2.68
IL AVG 3.10
Rank #103 / 172
+23%-14%
$0
Facility $0
IL AVG $151.3k
Rank #1 / 173
27
Facility 27
IL AVG 36.8
Rank #65 / 172
4.5
Facility 4.5
IL AVG 3.7
Rank #138 / 172
2118-
79
Facility 79
IL AVG 51
Rank #109 / 648
-
$14.5M
Facility $14.5M
IL AVG $12.2M
Rank #50 / 171
$7.2M
Facility $7.2M
IL AVG $4.8M
Rank #68 / 171
49.8%
Facility 49.8%
IL AVG 44.3%
Rank #132 / 171
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Overview of Celebrate Senior Living Niles

Peacefully located in Niles, IL, Celebrate Senior Living Niles is a vibrant community designed to provide independent living and assisted living options. It supports residents needing support with their daily activities with the help of an excellent care team that is also trained in memory care practices. Those who want to enjoy an independent lifestyle find comfort and convenience in having access to maintenance and housekeeping services.

Residents here have no boring days with an array of daily activities, weekly recreation, and monthly social events held regularly. The community also has a spacious dining room where residents can enjoy three delicious meals daily. Residents’ living experience is further enhanced by amenities like a salon, library, and refreshing outdoor spaces for socialization and relaxation.

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Overview of Little Sisters of the Poor St. Mary’s Home

Tucked away in the peaceful area of Chicago, IL, St. Mary’s Home is a safe retreat for those who need assisted living. It features a team of highly qualified caregivers who care for residents who need extra support with their daily routines, such as personal hygiene and medication management. As a community established for over 140 years, St. Mary’s Home ensures everyone is treated with the best care practices that liberate them.

With a wide array of daily activities curated based on residents’ interests, there’s always something enriching to do. Residents’ meals are carefully prepared to satisfy their unique preferences and dietary needs. Here, everyone is given an equal chance to live their golden years without the responsibility of tiring chores.

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Overview of St Joseph Home for the Elderly

With over 177 years of experience, St Joseph Home for the Elderly is a well-established community in Palatine, IL designed for independent living and assisted living. The community provides a team of loving and excellent caregivers that offer assistance with daily activities like personal care and medication management. Here, residents enjoy the comfort of cozy accommodations set in a loving and supportive environment.

They encourage an active lifestyle with their wide array of enriching activities, pastoral programs, and volunteering opportunities. Here, residents are provided with the best care possible while also having emotional and spiritual enrichment. As a community founded on a genuine commitment to helping those in need, St Joseph Home for the Elderly ensures its residents are well-cared for in an environment that genuinely cares for them.

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Overview of Citadel at Saint Benedict

Dedicated to delivering a high quality of life, Citadel at Saint Benedict is a reliable community in Niles, IL that offers an array of care options. This community provides access to independent living, rehabilitation, memory care, and skilled nursing to accommodate residents’ changing needs. Residents here are empowered to focus on their happiness and well-being in their maintenance-free residence with support from a dependable care team.

With a seamless blend of comfort, security, and recreation, residents here are bound to enjoy a wholesome living environment. Private and semi-private suites are surrounded by refreshing gardens and open-air courtyards that provide spaces for socialization and relaxation. Here, everyone is empowered to maintain their independence and functionality to enjoy the retirement they’ve dreamed of.

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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
01

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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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Cook County, 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 4 nursing homes in Cook County, IL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Cook 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 Cook 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 nursing homes in Cook 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.