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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 Good Samaritan Home

Good Samaritan Home is a nursing home in Quincy, IL, offering independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. The community also ensures older adults feel at home in a compassionate and supportive environment. With 24-hour care, three well-balanced meals, housekeeping, and laundry, residents can maintain their independence with ease. Personalized care plans are also provided to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences, ensuring their recovery.

Cooking classes, outings, and entertainment programs provide residents with more opportunities to learn new hobbies and gain fun experiences. With an old-time general store and a beauty and barber shop, residents have more spaces for interactions and wellness. Set in the quiet neighborhood of Quincy, near bus stops, the community guarantees accessibility and a stress-free retirement. This nursing home is one of the trusted options for senior living in Illinois, especially with its comprehensive care options.

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Overview of The Loft of Peoria

The Loft of Peoria is a nursing home in Peoria, IL, offering memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing. The community’s nurturing and welcoming environment ensures older adults are well-cared for throughout their stay. With transportation services, nutritious meals, and 24-hour nursing care, residents receive the utmost attention and care to live comfortably. Individualized, holistic care plans are also provided based on residents’ unique needs and habits to help with their recovery and rehabilitation.

Light activities, social events, and a variety of games provide residents with more opportunities to explore new hobbies and remain active. State-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment and lively gathering areas also ensure residents can rest and focus on their wellness. Set in the quiet residential area of Peoria, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. This nursing home is a good option for senior living in Illinois, especially with its commitment to helping older adults thrive in retirement.

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Overview of Goldwater Care Peoria Heights

Goldwater Care Peoria Heights is a nursing home in Peoria, IL, offering a wide range of rehabilitation and skilled nursing services. With a compassionate and supportive environment, the community ensures older adults are treated well. Residents also experience a worry-free lifestyle with 24-hour care, nutritious meals, and transportation. Combining professional excellence and genuine care through personalized care plans, the community goes above and beyond to help residents recover and return to their routines with ease.

Family events, fishing trips, and various recreational activities ensure residents can stay active and maintain their holistic wellness. A beauty/ barber shop and three beautiful courtyards are also available for residents’ relaxation. Located near bus stops, the Pimiteoui Trail, and parks in the quiet neighborhood of Peoria, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. This nursing home is dedicated to older adults’ welfare, making it one of the trusted options for senior living in Illinois.

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Overview of Accolade Healthcare of Peoria

Accolade Healthcare of Peoria is a nursing home in Peoria, IL, offering memory care, respite care, hospice care, and skilled nursing. Here, older adults can feel at ease, accompanied by a supportive and homelike environment. Exceptional services, including 24-hour care, well-balanced meals, and transportation, are also provided to improve residents’ quality of life. The community also strives to get to know residents’ unique needs and preferences, ensuring their recovery and wellness.

Sensory-stimulating games, light exercises, and social events help enhance residents’ memory and stay active. A beauty salon, cozy lounges, and spacious courtyards also foster interactions and relaxation. With medical care providers, restaurants, shops, and bus stops in the area, residents have easy access to leisure and necessities. This nursing home has high standards of care dedicated to older adults’ welfare, making it a trusted choice for senior living in Illinois.

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Overview of The Pearl at the Tillers

The Pearl at the Tillers is a nursing home in Oswego, IL, that offers long-term care, post-hospital care, respite care, and rehabilitation. Fostering comfort and healing, the community has a nurturing and welcoming environment. A maintenance-free lifestyle is also guaranteed, with 24-hour care, nutritious meals, and comprehensive therapies. The community also strives to get to know residents’ unique needs and habits to provide the best possible care for their recovery.

Light exercises and fun gatherings encourage residents to make friends and maintain their holistic wellness. Cozy lounge and naturally lit therapy room also promote interactions and relaxation. Set along the road, near restaurants and shops in Oswego, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home has high standards of care and upscale amenities, making it one of the best choices for senior living in Illinois.

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Overview of Harmony Park Ridge

Harmony Park Ridge is a nursing home in Park Ridge, IL, offering memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. The community also features naturally lit and thoughtfully furnished rooms in a nurturing and welcoming setting, ensuring older adults’ comfort and safety. With well-balanced meals, laundry services, daily housekeeping, and beauty services, residents experience a maintenance-free lifestyle. Personalized care plans are also provided to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences, ensuring their recovery and rehabilitation.

Social events, games, and various recreational opportunities encourage residents to stay active and gain meaningful experiences. Spacious common areas and top-notch rehabilitation equipment also ensure residents can rest and freely interact with friends. Located near parks and bus stops in Park Ridge, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home has exceptional standards of care, making it a great choice for senior living in Illinois.

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Overview of Park Ridge Healthcare Center

Park Ridge Healthcare Center is a highly recognized nursing home in Park Ridge, IL, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. The community’s supportive and welcoming environment also ensures older adults are well-cared for. With 24-hour care, well-balanced meals, and therapies, residents can focus on their recovery and wellness. Residents also receive the utmost attention and care through individualized care plans.

Holiday celebrations, light physical activities, and various recreational opportunities encourage residents to stay active and gain meaningful experiences. Cozy rooms and lively gathering areas also ensure residents can rest and move around comfortably. Set near bus stops, a shopping center, and restaurants, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home is a good option for senior living in Illinois, especially with its dedication to older adults’ welfare.

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Overview of Prairie Manor Rehabilitation & Healthcare

Prairie Manor Rehabilitation & Healthcare is a nursing home in Chicago Heights, IL, offering memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. Here, older adults can keep their peace of mind, especially with a comfortable and home-like environment. Excellent services, including housekeeping, laundry, and nutritious meals, are also provided to help enrich residents’ living experiences. The community is also committed to meeting residents’ needs and preferences, providing individualized care plans for their recovery.

Card games, social events, and light exercises provide residents with more opportunities to explore new interests and make friends. An ice cream parlor, a salon, and a spacious outdoor patio also foster interactions and relaxation. Residents also experience a stress-free retirement, as it is conveniently located in the quiet residential area of Chicago Heights. This nursing home has exceptional standards of care, making it a good option for senior living in Illinois.

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Overview of Alden Estates of Orland Park

Alden Estates of Orland Park is a nursing home in Orland Park, IL, that specializes in rehabilitation. Promoting a comfortable and supportive environment, the community ensures older adults can feel at ease during their stay. Residents can also focus on their recovery with exceptional services, including restaurant-style dining, comprehensive therapies, and 24-hour care. The community also strives to meet residents’ unique needs through individualized care plans.

Social gatherings and light exercises ensure residents can freely interact with friends and have fun. An ice cream parlor, a beautiful outdoor area with a fountain and a gazebo, and a spacious lounge are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Residents also experience a stress-free retirement, as it is conveniently located along the road, near restaurants in Orland Park. This nursing home is a great choice for senior living in Illinois, especially with its commitment to older adults’ well-being.

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Overview of Victorian Village Health and Wellness Center

Victorian Village Health and Wellness Center is a nursing home in Homer Glen, IL, offering assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, and skilled nursing. With an intimate and home-like environment, the community ensures older adults can keep their peace of mind during their stay. Restaurant-style dining, housekeeping, and 24-hour care are among the exceptional services dedicated to enriching residents’ quality of life. The community also strives to meet residents’ unique needs and preferences through personalized care plans.

Live entertainment, exercises, and gardening are just some of the activities that aim to keep residents active and encourage interactions. Walking paths and lively gathering areas also ensure residents can focus on their recovery and wellness. Restaurants and shops are also available in the area, providing residents with easy access to their necessities and leisure. This nursing home is committed to helping older adults thrive in retirement, making it a good option for senior living in Illinois.

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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.