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Best Nursing Homes in Illinois

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 175 nursing homes in Illinois 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: 2.5/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Illinois. 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: 2.1/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Illinois. 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 Illinois. 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

Compare Nursing Homes around Illinois

The information below is reported by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation.

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

GreenFields of Geneva
NH
AL
IL
MC
Geneva
77
Facility 77
IL AVG 86
Rank #193 / 426
54.5%
Facility 54.5%
IL AVG 69.3%
Rank #172 / 204
-21%
4.58
Facility 4.58
IL AVG 3.10
Rank #24 / 172
+61%+48%
$14.2k
Facility $14.2k
IL AVG $151.3k
Rank #84 / 173
19
Facility 19
IL AVG 36.8
Rank #39 / 172
4.8
Facility 4.8
IL AVG 3.7
Rank #144 / 172
341A+
6
Facility 6
IL AVG 51
Rank #610 / 648
Brian Robbins
$20.4M
Facility $20.4M
IL AVG $12.2M
Rank #26 / 171
$8.9M
Facility $8.9M
IL AVG $4.8M
Rank #43 / 171
43.5%
Facility 43.5%
IL AVG 44.3%
Rank #147 / 171
146166
Encore Village of Schaumburg
NH
AL
IL
MC
Schaumburg
109
Facility 109
IL AVG 86
Rank #108 / 426
55.4%
Facility 55.4%
IL AVG 69.3%
Rank #169 / 204
-20%
3.46
Facility 3.46
IL AVG 3.10
Rank #54 / 172
+8%+12%
$25.5k
Facility $25.5k
IL AVG $151.3k
Rank #94 / 173
28
Facility 28
IL AVG 36.8
Rank #69 / 172
2.6
Facility 2.6
IL AVG 3.7
Rank #28 / 172
2105A+
58
Facility 58
IL AVG 51
Rank #253 / 648
Il Ccrc, LLC
$16.2M
Facility $16.2M
IL AVG $12.2M
Rank #1 / 171
$15.9M
Facility $15.9M
IL AVG $4.8M
Rank #4 / 171
98.3%
Facility 98.3%
IL AVG 44.3%
Rank #171 / 171
145341
Covenant Living at Windsor Park
NH
AL
IL
MC
RC
Carol Stream
72
Facility 72
IL AVG 86
Rank #209 / 426
95.8%
Facility 95.8%
IL AVG 69.3%
Rank #22 / 204
+38%
4.21
Facility 4.21
IL AVG 3.10
Rank #37 / 172
+29%+36%
$50.5k
Facility $50.5k
IL AVG $151.3k
Rank #106 / 173
18
Facility 18
IL AVG 36.8
Rank #34 / 172
3.6
Facility 3.6
IL AVG 3.7
Rank #91 / 172
265-
26
Facility 26
IL AVG 51
Rank #523 / 648
Covenant Living At Windsor Park
$10.7M
Facility $10.7M
IL AVG $12.2M
Rank #76 / 171
$6.0M
Facility $6.0M
IL AVG $4.8M
Rank #72 / 171
56.1%
Facility 56.1%
IL AVG 44.3%
Rank #75 / 171
145606
ClarkLindsey
NH
ADC
AL
HC
IL
MC
NC
Urbana (West Windsor Road)
64
Facility 64
IL AVG 86
Rank #235 / 426
49.9%
Facility 49.9%
IL AVG 69.3%
Rank #180 / 204
-28%
6.03
Facility 6.03
IL AVG 3.10
Rank #4 / 172
-14%+95%
$129.9k
Facility $129.9k
IL AVG $151.3k
Rank #135 / 173
32
Facility 32
IL AVG 36.8
Rank #91 / 172
5.3
Facility 5.3
IL AVG 3.7
Rank #154 / 172
423-
13
Facility 13
IL AVG 51
Rank #581 / 648
Sabrina Akers
$16.9M
Facility $16.9M
IL AVG $12.2M
Rank #49 / 171
$10.5M
Facility $10.5M
IL AVG $4.8M
Rank #28 / 171
61.7%
Facility 61.7%
IL AVG 44.3%
Rank #72 / 171
145381
Admiral at the Lake
NH
AL
IL
MC
Chicago (Uptown)
56
Facility 56
IL AVG 86
Rank #278 / 426
88.6%
Facility 88.6%
IL AVG 69.3%
Rank #40 / 204
+28%
4.93
Facility 4.93
IL AVG 3.10
Rank #19 / 172
-22%+59%
$0
Facility $0
IL AVG $151.3k
Rank #1 / 173
26
Facility 26
IL AVG 36.8
Rank #62 / 172
5.2
Facility 5.2
IL AVG 3.7
Rank #150 / 172
131A+
90
Facility 90
IL AVG 51
Rank #40 / 648
Nadia Geigler
$4.4M
Facility $4.4M
IL AVG $12.2M
Rank #39 / 171
$10.6M
Facility $10.6M
IL AVG $4.8M
Rank #36 / 171
242.3%
Facility 242.3%
IL AVG 44.3%
Rank #113 / 171
146165
Friendship Manor
NH
AL
IL
MC
Rock Island
98
Facility 98
IL AVG 86
Rank #129 / 426
74.5%
Facility 74.5%
IL AVG 69.3%
Rank #105 / 204
+8%
4.62
Facility 4.62
IL AVG 3.10
Rank #24 / 172
+2%+49%
$10.5k
Facility $10.5k
IL AVG $151.3k
Rank #76 / 173
17
Facility 17
IL AVG 36.8
Rank #29 / 172
3.4
Facility 3.4
IL AVG 3.7
Rank #77 / 172
378-
36
Facility 36
IL AVG 51
Rank #448 / 648
Friendship Manor Inc
$8.0M
Facility $8.0M
IL AVG $12.2M
Rank #57 / 171
$11.2M
Facility $11.2M
IL AVG $4.8M
Rank #23 / 171
140.3%
Facility 140.3%
IL AVG 44.3%
Rank #36 / 171
146099
The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community
NH
AL
IL
RC
Chicago (Uptown)
72
Facility 72
IL AVG 86
Rank #209 / 426
81.9%
Facility 81.9%
IL AVG 69.3%
Rank #74 / 204
+18%
5.56
Facility 5.56
IL AVG 3.10
Rank #8 / 172
+44%+79%
$0
Facility $0
IL AVG $151.3k
Rank #1 / 173
21
Facility 21
IL AVG 36.8
Rank #45 / 172
5.3
Facility 5.3
IL AVG 3.7
Rank #154 / 172
155A+
92
Facility 92
IL AVG 51
Rank #28 / 648
Marvin Rubin
$9.3M
Facility $9.3M
IL AVG $12.2M
Rank #78 / 171
$7.0M
Facility $7.0M
IL AVG $4.8M
Rank #73 / 171
75.3%
Facility 75.3%
IL AVG 44.3%
Rank #70 / 171
146009
Mercy Circle Senior Living
NH
AL
IL
MC
Chicago (Mount Greenwood)
43
Facility 43
IL AVG 86
Rank #337 / 426
98.9%
Facility 98.9%
IL AVG 69.3%
Rank #15 / 204
+43%
4.57
Facility 4.57
IL AVG 3.10
Rank #24 / 172
-8%+47%
$0
Facility $0
IL AVG $151.3k
Rank #1 / 173
16
Facility 16
IL AVG 36.8
Rank #24 / 172
4.0
Facility 4.0
IL AVG 3.7
Rank #119 / 172
-22-
44
Facility 44
IL AVG 51
Rank #392 / 648
Sisters Of Mercy Of The Americas West Midwest Community Inc
$10.3M
Facility $10.3M
IL AVG $12.2M
Rank #95 / 171
$5.1M
Facility $5.1M
IL AVG $4.8M
Rank #117 / 171
49.8%
Facility 49.8%
IL AVG 44.3%
Rank #118 / 171
146174
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
Alden Courts of Waterford
NH
AL
MC
RC
Aurora
60
Facility 60
IL AVG 86
Rank #255 / 426
90.0%
Facility 90.0%
IL AVG 69.3%
Rank #34 / 204
+30%
3.60
Facility 3.60
IL AVG 3.10
Rank #53 / 172
+38%+16%
$0
Facility $0
IL AVG $151.3k
Rank #1 / 173
20
Facility 20
IL AVG 36.8
Rank #42 / 172
3.3
Facility 3.3
IL AVG 3.7
Rank #69 / 172
-56A+
58
Facility 58
IL AVG 51
Rank #253 / 648
Steven Kroll
$6.8M
Facility $6.8M
IL AVG $12.2M
Rank #154 / 171
$3.8M
Facility $3.8M
IL AVG $4.8M
Rank #155 / 171
56.2%
Facility 56.2%
IL AVG 44.3%
Rank #50 / 171
146182
Aperion Care Evanston
NH
AL
HC
MC
NC
PC
Evanston
57
Facility 57
IL AVG 86
Rank #275 / 426
82.5%
Facility 82.5%
IL AVG 69.3%
Rank #73 / 204
+19%
2.09
Facility 2.09
IL AVG 3.10
Rank #157 / 172
+11%-33%
$52.2k
Facility $52.2k
IL AVG $151.3k
Rank #108 / 173
28
Facility 28
IL AVG 36.8
Rank #69 / 172
2.3
Facility 2.3
IL AVG 3.7
Rank #15 / 172
253A+
88
Facility 88
IL AVG 51
Rank #50 / 648
-
$5.8M
Facility $5.8M
IL AVG $12.2M
Rank #155 / 171
$3.2M
Facility $3.2M
IL AVG $4.8M
Rank #160 / 171
54.5%
Facility 54.5%
IL AVG 44.3%
Rank #68 / 171
146058
Dobson Plaza Rehabilitation and Healthcare
NH
NC
PC
RC
Evanston (Dodge Avenue)
97
Facility 97
IL AVG 86
Rank #132 / 426
--
2.39
Facility 2.39
IL AVG 3.10
Rank #137 / 172
+45%-23%
$0
Facility $0
IL AVG $151.3k
Rank #1 / 173
16
Facility 16
IL AVG 36.8
Rank #24 / 172
5.3
Facility 5.3
IL AVG 3.7
Rank #154 / 172
184A+
74
Facility 74
IL AVG 51
Rank #135 / 648
Charlotte Kohn
-
Facility -
IL AVG $12.2M
Rank #171 / 171
$4.5M
Facility $4.5M
IL AVG $4.8M
Rank #147 / 171
-
Facility -
IL AVG 44.3%
Rank #1 / 171
145122
Smith Village
NH
AL
IL
MC
Chicago (South Side)
82
Facility 82
IL AVG 86
Rank #171 / 426
85.4%
Facility 85.4%
IL AVG 69.3%
Rank #57 / 204
+23%
5.28
Facility 5.28
IL AVG 3.10
Rank #10 / 172
+4%+70%
$0
Facility $0
IL AVG $151.3k
Rank #1 / 173
20
Facility 20
IL AVG 36.8
Rank #42 / 172
3.3
Facility 3.3
IL AVG 3.7
Rank #69 / 172
466A+
71
Facility 71
IL AVG 51
Rank #147 / 648
The Washington And Jane Smith Home
$11.0M
Facility $11.0M
IL AVG $12.2M
Rank #31 / 171
$8.0M
Facility $8.0M
IL AVG $4.8M
Rank #24 / 171
72.5%
Facility 72.5%
IL AVG 44.3%
Rank #108 / 171
145904
St. Joseph Village of Chicago
NH
AL
MC
RC
Chicago (Belmont Gardens)
45
Facility 45
IL AVG 86
Rank #322 / 426
68.9%
Facility 68.9%
IL AVG 69.3%
Rank #125 / 204
-1%
4.65
Facility 4.65
IL AVG 3.10
Rank #21 / 172
+18%+50%
$0
Facility $0
IL AVG $151.3k
Rank #1 / 173
19
Facility 19
IL AVG 36.8
Rank #39 / 172
3.8
Facility 3.8
IL AVG 3.7
Rank #103 / 172
231-
91
Facility 91
IL AVG 51
Rank #36 / 648
Brian Celerio
$11.7M
Facility $11.7M
IL AVG $12.2M
Rank #48 / 171
$5.3M
Facility $5.3M
IL AVG $4.8M
Rank #89 / 171
45.7%
Facility 45.7%
IL AVG 44.3%
Rank #162 / 171
145637
Montgomery Place
NH
AL
IL
MC
Chicago (East Hyde Park)
40
Facility 40
IL AVG 86
Rank #350 / 426
35.0%
Facility 35.0%
IL AVG 69.3%
Rank #189 / 204
-49%
4.00
Facility 4.00
IL AVG 3.10
Rank #42 / 172
+31%+29%
$51.6k
Facility $51.6k
IL AVG $151.3k
Rank #107 / 173
30
Facility 30
IL AVG 36.8
Rank #79 / 172
4.3
Facility 4.3
IL AVG 3.7
Rank #132 / 172
114A+
82
Facility 82
IL AVG 51
Rank #98 / 648
Margo Brooks Pugh
$13.8M
Facility $13.8M
IL AVG $12.2M
Rank #70 / 171
$6.9M
Facility $6.9M
IL AVG $4.8M
Rank #69 / 171
49.7%
Facility 49.7%
IL AVG 44.3%
Rank #86 / 171
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Overview of Bria of Westmont

Bria of Westmont is a nursing home in Westmont, IL, offering long-term care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. The community’s nurturing and welcoming environment ensures older adults are well-cared for. With restaurant-style dining, 24-hour care, and therapies, residents receive the utmost attention and care to live comfortably. Through personalized care plans, the community strives to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences.

Light physical activities and fun events encourage residents to make friends and gain meaningful experiences. Residents can also focus on their wellness and rest comfortably with the newly renovated amenities and top-notch therapy equipment. Surrounded by restaurants, shops, and bus stops, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home ensures older adults can thrive in retirement, making it one of the best options for senior living in Illinois.

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Overview of Oakwood Rehab and Nursing Center

Oakwood Rehab and Nursing Center is a nursing home in Westmont, IL, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. With a compassionate and supportive environment, the community ensures older adults are treated well during their stay. Residents also experience a worry-free lifestyle with 24/7 care, therapies, and recreational activities. The community also strives to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences through individualized care plans.

Musical-based activities, games, and outings help enhance residents’ cognition and encourage them to live actively. Spacious common areas and accessible rooms also ensure residents’ relaxation and safety. Set in the peaceful neighborhood of Westmont, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. As one of the best options for senior living in Illinois, this nursing home is committed to helping older adults live to their potential in retirement.

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Overview of Thrive of Lake County

Thrive of Lake County is a nursing home in Mundelein, IL, offering long-term care, memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. Promoting a supportive and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults are well-cared for throughout their stay. Excellent services, including 24-hour care, restaurant-style dining, and therapies, are also provided to improve residents’ quality of life. The community also works closely with residents and their families to provide the best possible care to help them recover and return to their routines with ease.

Social gatherings, light exercises, and a variety of activities help residents stay active and gain meaningful experiences. Residents can also focus on their wellness and rest comfortably with first-class amenities and thoughtfully furnished, private rooms. Situated near parks, restaurants, and shops in Mundelein, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home also ensures older adults can live comfortably in retirement, making it one of the best choices for senior living in Illinois.

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Overview of Serenity Estates of Lincolnshire

Serenity Estates of Lincolnshire is a nursing home in Lincolnshire, IL, offering rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and end-of-life care. Featuring spacious, private rooms in a supportive and welcoming setting, the community ensures older adults can feel at home. Restaurant-style dining, 24-hour care, and transportation are among the excellent services dedicated to improving residents’ quality of life. Along with evidence-based medical practices, personalized care plans are also provided to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences.

Tai chi, arts and crafts, and education programs ensure residents continue learning and gain meaningful experiences. A library, accessible gardens, and secured courtyards also ensure residents’ relaxation and wellness. Situated near the Des Plaines River Trail, restaurants, shops, and bus stops in Lincolnshire, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home has exceptional standards of care and well-maintained amenities, making it one of the trusted choices for senior living in Illinois.

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Overview of Bria of Geneva

Bria of Geneva is a nursing home in Geneva, IL, offering memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. Promoting a compassionate and welcoming environment, the community ensures older adults are well-cared for. 24-hour care, restaurant-style dining, and therapies are also provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. The community also works closely with residents to provide the best possible care for their unique needs and preferences.

Fun events, light exercises, and various recreational opportunities encourage residents to stay active and have fun. Top-notch rehabilitation gyms and newly renovated amenities also ensure residents can rest and focus on their recovery. With its ideal location in the tree-lined neighborhood of Geneva, near restaurants and shops, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home also ensures residents can live to their potential in retirement, making it one of the best options for senior living in Illinois.

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Overview of Bella Terra Schaumburg

Bella Terra Schaumburg is a nursing home in Schaumburg, IL, offering memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. Featuring thoughtfully furnished private and semi-private rooms in a warm and welcoming setting, the community ensures older adults can feel at home. Exceptional services, including 24-hour care, nutritious meals, and comprehensive therapies, are also provided to improve residents’ quality of life. The community also works closely with residents to provide the best possible care tailored to their unique needs and habits.

Social events and light exercises encourage residents to stay active and gain meaningful experiences. Lively family lounges and a salon are also available, ensuring residents can focus on their wellness. Residents also have quick access to necessities and leisure, with the NCH Schaumburg Outpatient Care Center, fast-food chains, convenience stores, and shops nearby. This nursing home has a wide range of care options for older adults’ welfare, making it one of the best options for senior living in Illinois.

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Overview of The Pearl of Elk Grove

The Pearl of Elk Grove is a nursing home in Elk Grove Village, IL, offering long-term care, post-hospital care, respite care, and rehabilitation. Here, older adults can feel at home, accompanied by a nurturing and welcoming environment. With 24-hour care, restaurant-style dining, housekeeping, and laundry, residents receive the utmost attention and care to live comfortably. Along with a highly trained team, personalized care plans are also provided to help residents recover and return to their routines with ease.

Fun events, light exercises, and games encourage residents to explore new hobbies and gain meaningful experiences. Spacious therapy gym and serene outdoors also ensure residents can rest and focus on their wellness. Surrounded by shops, a church, and restaurants in the lively residential area of Elk Grove Village, the community guarantees a convenient lifestyle. This nursing home has high standards of care, making it one of the trusted options for senior living in Illinois.

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Overview of The Pearl of St Charles

The Pearl of St. Charles is a highly rated nursing home in St. Charles, IL, offering long-term care, post-hospital care, respite care, and rehabilitation. The community also promotes a warm and welcoming environment, ensuring older adults are well-cared for during their stay. With 24-hour care, restaurant-style dining, housekeeping, and laundry, residents can maintain their independence with ease. Through individualized care plans, residents receive the best possible care tailored to their unique needs and habits.

Social events, exercises, and various recreational opportunities ensure residents can freely interact with friends and have fun. With upscale rehabilitation equipment and lively gathering areas, residents can focus on their recovery and relaxation. Located near Norris Cultural Arts Center, healthcare providers, shops, and restaurants in St. Charles, the community is easily accessible for families and visitors. This nursing home is a great choice for senior living in Illinois, especially with its exceptional standards of care.

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Overview of Quincy Healthcare and Senior Living

Quincy Healthcare and Senior Living is a family-owned and operated nursing home in Quincy, IL, offering independent living, assisted living, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. Here, older adults can feel at home, especially with its upscale amenities in a nurturing setting. With nutritious meals, housekeeping, and laundry services, residents experience a maintenance-free lifestyle. Focusing on residents’ holistic well-being, the community provides care plans tailored to their unique needs and habits.

Card games, outings, and celebrations encourage residents to stay active and have fun. Cozy lounges, spacious rooms, and a beautiful outdoor area also ensure residents can relax and freely interact with friends. Residents also have a stress-free retirement, as bus stops, restaurants, and the Illinois Veterans Home are available in the area. Dedicated to helping older adults live to their potential, this nursing home is a good option for senior living in Illinois.

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Overview of Sunset Home

Sunset Home is a nursing home in Quincy, IL, offering comprehensive care options, including independent living, assisted living, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. Fostering comfort and healing, the community has thoughtfully furnished amenities set in a home-like environment. Three nutritious meals, social services, housekeeping, and laundry are just some of the exceptional services dedicated to enriching residents’ living experiences. Through personalized care plans, residents also receive the utmost attention and care tailored to their ever-changing needs and preferences.

Therapeutic activities, outings, and social events encourage residents to maintain holistic wellness and explore new interests. With spacious outdoors and lively communal spaces, residents can freely interact with friends and rest comfortably. Situated near the Mississippi River in the quiet residential area of Quincy, the community guarantees a laid-back lifestyle. This nursing home is a good option for senior living in Illinois, especially with its exceptional standards of care.

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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 Illinois

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 175 nursing homes in Illinois. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Illinois?

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 Illinois, 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 Illinois?

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.