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Our editorial team analyzed 191 nursing homes in IL using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in IL
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.
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 TableAL (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.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
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.
CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score. It is not a government rating. A dash means we do not publish a grade for that facility: either its public record is too thin to be fair, or we hold nothing for it at all.
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.
$8.3M*Fiscal year ending 12/2021These 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 12/2021These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
45.1%*Fiscal year ending 12/2021These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.
$7.8M*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.
$3.9M*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.
50.2%*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.
Rank badges are statewide: each nursing home is ranked against every IL nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 191 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Nestled in the heart of Macomb, IL, Wesley Village Retirement Center offers a warm and vibrant community for seniors, encompassing independent living, memory care, skilled nursing, short-term rehabilitation, and specialized care services. As the area’s only continuing care retirement community, the community provides a range of accommodations designed to meet evolving needs, with spacious independent homes and apartments that foster independence and comfort.
With a commitment to enhancing residents’ lives, the community prides itself on offering engaging amenities and services, such as a community center perfect for social gatherings and a welcoming dining area for shared meals. A robust lineup of activities encourages active, meaningful lifestyles, from group exercise to Bible study and entertainment. Wesley Village is dedicated to a mission of compassionate care, fostering a homelike atmosphere where residents can enjoy life fully and worry-free.
Mercy Circle is an independent living, assisted living, and memory care facility that promotes independence regardless of living options. Mercy Circle emphasizes the importance of each individual; that is why they want to ensure that residents are able to grow in a community that gives them exceptional care while being able to do what they want freely. From watching a movie at their very own movie room to relaxing at their beautiful courtyard, Mercy Circle has ensured that their community will be built with the idea that every detail in the facility is able to provide each residence with comfort and care.
Mercy Circle prides itself on being a community that is an ideal place for residents to find feasibility– residents are available to do things whenever and wherever they need.
Overlooking the scenic Audubon Way Lincolnshire, IL, Radford Green at Sedgebrook is a distinguished senior living community that offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, respite care, and skilled nursing. With cozy and elegant one-bedroom and two-bedroom residences, seniors experience unmatched comfort and security. The community takes pride in a kind and highly trained team handling maintenance, housekeeping, medical needs, and residents’ daily living activities to ensure they live their days without hassles.
Relive old interests and discover new hobbies through a full calendar of enjoyable activities and engaging programs. Featuring extensive amenities including a library, a creative arts studio, a hobby shop, a game room, and an aquatics center, residents have more avenues to maintain an active and well-engaged lifestyle. Moreover, nutritious and tasty meals are served for dietary satisfaction. Radford Green at Sedgebrook is great for seniors looking to make the most out of their golden years knowing a trusted community has their backs.
Overview of Dobson Plaza Rehabilitation and Healthcare
Dobson Plaza Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a 97 bed nursing home in Evanston, Illinois, offering skilled nursing, palliative care, and respite care. Skilled nursing means licensed nursing care is available on site around the clock. Palliative care focuses on comfort and symptom management alongside other care needs, while respite care provides a short stay when a usual caregiver needs time to travel or recover.
Private rooms give each resident a personal room rather than a shared sleeping space. Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 30 minutes per resident per day, representing the nursing time assigned across each resident’s daily care. Medicaid, Medicare, and private pay are accepted, although Medicare applies to short term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence. The community may suit a resident who needs ongoing nursing support or a family arranging temporary care.
Rehabilitation services and subacute rehabilitation support residents working to regain function during recovery. An open courtyard provides outdoor space within the community, and salon and barber services let residents receive grooming services there. Dining includes a variety of menu selections, and religious services are available.
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.
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.
The Pearl of Crystal Lake is a nursing home in Crystal Lake, IL, offering long-term care, rehabilitation, respite care, and skilled nursing. Here, older adults can keep their peace of mind during their stay, especially with a supportive and welcoming environment. Excellent services, including 24-hour care, restaurant-style dining, housekeeping, and laundry, are also provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. The community also works closely with residents to get to know their needs and habits, ensuring they can recover with ease.
Light exercises, social events, and various recreational opportunities ensure residents can stay active and have fun. Top-notch rehabilitation equipment and lively gathering areas are also available, so residents can focus on their well-being. Nestled in the tree-lined neighborhood of Crystal Lake, near bus stops, the community guarantees accessibility and convenience. This nursing home is committed to improving older adults’ quality of life, making it a good option for senior living in Illinois.
Addolorata Villa (assisted Lvg) in Wheeling, IL provides independent living, assisted living, memory care, nursing home care, and skilled nursing. Independent living offers private living with community services and no daily care, while assisted living helps with tasks such as bathing, dressing, and medication. Memory care is provided in a secured setting with supervision, and skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock.
The range of care levels may suit a resident whose needs grow over time, since moving to a different level can happen within the same community. Respite care is available for short stays, which can give a family caregiver time to travel or recover. Rehabilitation services support recovery without requiring a resident to arrange transportation elsewhere.
Activities address social, physical, intellectual, and spiritual wellness. The community garden offers an outdoor setting for gardening. With 61 beds, Addolorata Villa falls in the mid sized range, although the available information does not provide a basis for characterizing the community by size.
Total nurse staffing is 5 hours and 12 minutes per resident per day, representing the recorded daily hands on nursing time allocated per resident. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, and Franciscan Communities operates the community. A Walk Score of 36 places the area in a car dependent setting, so most errands require a car or a ride; a resident who no longer drives would generally need transportation for those trips. Dining uses fresh and local ingredients, giving residents meals prepared with those ingredients in the community’s dining setting.
Alden Valley Ridge Rehab is a nursing home in Bloomingdale, IL, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Featuring upscale amenities in a comfortable and supportive environment, the community ensures older adults can keep their peace of mind during their stay. Restaurant-style dining, 24-hour care, and therapies are among the exceptional services provided to enrich residents’ living experiences. Focusing on residents’ recovery and rehabilitation, the community provides comprehensive, personalized care plans.
Stretching exercises, social events, and a variety of games provide residents with more opportunities to explore interests and gain meaningful experiences. An ice cream parlor, a salon, and state-of-the-art therapy equipment are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Bus stops, shops, and other local amenities are also located in the area, ensuring accessibility and convenience. This nursing home has high quality of care, making it one of the best choices for senior living in Illinois.
St Joseph Home for the Elderly provides nursing home and assisted living care in Palatine, IL. Nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing nursing services, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication while allowing a resident to keep a private or semi private room.
Having both care levels may suit someone whose needs grow over time and who would prefer to remain in the same community. The home has 49 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another.
Total nurse staffing is 7 hours and 43 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time available for each resident. Short term rehabilitation is also available through the Wellness Center, with physical, occupational and speech therapy for residents recovering or working to maintain daily abilities.
Transportation gives residents who do not drive a way to travel without arranging every trip independently. Private and semi private rooms accommodate someone seeking a single room or someone comfortable sharing living space. The area has a Walk Score of 69 and is somewhat walkable, so some errands can be completed on foot, although not all daily trips are walkable. St Joseph Senior Living is the owner, and religious services are available.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
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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 191 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.
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