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The information below is reported by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation.
| 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 | 3 | 41 | A+ |
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 | 2 | 105 | A+ |
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 | 2 | 65 | - |
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 | 4 | 23 | - |
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 | 1 | 31 | A+ |
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 | 3 | 78 | - |
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 | 1 | 55 | A+ |
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 | 2 | 49 | A+ |
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 | - | 56 | A+ |
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 | 2 | 53 | A+ |
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 | 1 | 84 | A+ |
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 | 4 | 66 | A+ |
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 | 2 | 31 | - |
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 | 1 | 14 | A+ |
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 | 145748 |
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.



















