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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
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.
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.
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 grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
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.
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.
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other IL nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 191 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Nestled in the serene lands of Indigo Lane, Glenview, IL, VI at the Glen is an idyllic senior living community offering assisted living, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Relax within the beautifully crafted and spacious floor plans including one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom apartments. A kind and highly skilled team strives to deliver round-the-clock care and support for seniors to flourish and maximize their independence.
VI at the Glen promotes a vibrant and welcoming environment, ensuring seniors experience meaningful interactions and gain new friends in the community. Revel in delightful and healthy meals catering to dietary needs and tastes. With its state-of-the-art amenities and lush grasslands, VI at the Glen is a safe place for seniors to spend their golden years without worries.
Overview of Prairieview at the Garlands (assisted Living)
Prairieview at the Garlands in Barrington, Illinois, features assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Assisted living members reside in private apartments while receiving help with bathing, dressing, and medication administration. Dedicated memory care units provide a secured environment for individuals experiencing cognitive decline, while respite programs offer temporary stays to give primary caregivers time off.
This 50-bed community allocates an average of 5 hours and 59 minutes of daily nurse staffing per resident. Situated in a highly walkable area with an 89 walk score, the location enables residents to complete many daily errands on foot. On-campus amenities feature a fitness and aquatic center, wellness programs, a movie theater, an open art studio, a woodworking shop, and scheduled local transportation.
Prospective residents can get in touch with Prairieview at the Garlands to review current room availability, tour the grounds, and discuss funding choices through Medicare or private pay.
Overview of Plymouth Place, Inc. (assisted Living)
Plymouth Place in LaGrange Park, Illinois, delivers a continuum of care featuring independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Independent living supplies private residences with community amenities, while assisted living supports daily routines such as dressing, bathing, and medication administration. Memory care relies on secured environments to ensure resident safety, and short-term respite stays assist families when a primary caregiver needs temporary leave.
Founded in 1944, the 78-bed campus records an average of 4 hours and 48 minutes of daily nursing care per resident. Residents have access to physical rehabilitation services and health amenities like the Center for Healthy Living, an indoor pool, a pickleball court, and a putting green. Outdoor features include community gardens and a greenhouse, while dining settings feature the Bistro and Thirty North.
Located in an area with a 74 walk score, the surrounding neighborhood allows residents to run daily errands on foot. Accepted payment methods encompass Medicare and direct private pay.
Prospective representatives searching for progressive care options or active senior living can reach out to Plymouth Place to discuss room availability, tour the grounds, or evaluate rate structures.
Nursing home care, memory care, respite care, and skilled nursing are the four levels at The Springs at Monarch Landing, a continuing care retirement community in Naperville, IL. It is in the Naperville Park District neighborhood.
Memory care keeps supervision in place inside a secured setting for residents at risk of wandering. Skilled nursing adds licensed nursing for the resident whose condition has come to require it. Respite care handles a family’s short stay while its regular caregiver is on a trip or getting well. The mix of levels also leaves room for needs that grow.
Twenty-eight beds place the community in the smaller range, so staff and residents get to know each other well. Rooms are private or semi-private. The daily nursing total, per resident, is 5 hours and 31 minutes.
Medicare can pay for short-term skilled care that follows a hospital stay, and private pay lets a family fund care directly. Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring one. Monarch Landing Opco (SL-VII) LLC operates The Springs at Monarch Landing.
Overview of Buckingham Pavilion Nursing and Rehabilitation
Find all the care you need with the extraordinary senior living community of Buckingham Pavilion situated in the charming residential area of West Touhy Avenue, Chicago, IL, that offers assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, transitional care, Parkinson’s care, and long-term care. With pet-friendly and fully furnished accommodations, seniors have a peaceful and convenient retirement. A team of compassionate and well-trained professionals delivers top-notch care and assistance around the clock to ensure seniors thrive and live to their potential.
Discover new hobbies and relive old interests with a well-thought-of calendar of exciting events and enjoyable programs. Delight in healthy and delicious meals that satisfy cravings and dietary needs. Buckingham Pavilion features extensive amenities including a library, a movie theater, an ice cream parlor, a beauty parlor, an arts and crafts studio, and a health club, ensuring seniors have more opportunities to enjoy every moment of their golden years.
Overview of Alden Des Plaines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
Alden Des Plaines Rehabilitation & Healthcare is a nursing home in Des Plaines, IL, specializing in rehabilitation. Featuring upscale amenities in a clean and supportive setting, the community ensures older adults can feel at ease throughout their stay. Restaurant-style dining, a comprehensive therapy program, and recreational opportunities also ensure residents can focus on their recovery and rehabilitation. Through a holistic approach to care, the community ensures residents receive the utmost attention to live comfortably in retirement.
Beauty services, social events, and exercises encourage residents to live actively and have fun. A state-of-the-art therapy room, a lively dining room, and spacious common areas are among the top-notch amenities dedicated to residents’ relaxation and wellness. Residents also have quick access to medical care and other necessities, with the Holy Family Medical Center and various local amenities in the area. As one of the trusted options for senior living in Illinois, this nursing home continuously provides excellent services for older adults’ welfare.
The sister community of Ten Twenty Grove, Westminster Place, is an active 55+ community that genuinely understands the aging process and is dedicated to providing its residents with the highest care. Specializing in independent living, assisted living, memory support, long-term care, respite care, and short-term rehab services, the community’s specially trained staff is committed to helping seniors achieve maximum independence with ability-centered programming that promotes individuality.
As a Presbyterian senior living home, Westminster Place ensures comfort and flexibility as the focus of all its community features. Residents can immerse themselves in exclusive activities scheduled for them to participate in, such as the exclusive Kimble Fitness Center for health and wellness, immediate access to healthcare at the McGaw Care Center, and exploring the vibrant and engaging social life downtown.
You’ll find Avantara Park Ridge at 1601 North Western Ave in Park Ridge, Illinois, just a stone’s throw or about 1.8 miles from Chicago’s center. With 154 beds, this community supports both long-term nursing and memory care, and it’s earned the Joint Commission Gold Seal of Approval for both post-acute and nursing services.
Looking at the community, it’s clear this place is set up for short-term rehabilitation. The average resident stays for 63 days, and the 82.9% occupancy shows there’s a steady demand. They have some specific clinical programs, like Orthopedic Rehabilitation, Peritoneal Dialysis, and Pulmonary Care, which suggests they’re ready to handle complicated medical needs that a smaller facility might struggle with.
When you look at the care numbers, residents get about 3 hours and 4 minutes of nursing coverage per day, with registered nurses providing 55 minutes of that time directly. The area is fairly accessible, too; with a Walk Score of 70, you or your family members can easily run daily errands nearby. If you’re a resident, there’s an active Resident Council, which gives you a formal way to speak up about policies, activities, or the care you receive.
Administrator Erin Levy leads the team here. They accept Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. All in all, Avantara Park Ridge feels designed for people with complex medical needs who need a short stay, but it’s also a solid option for longer-term residents seeking skilled nursing or memory care in a stable, convenient suburban spot.
Overview of New Summit Rehabilitation and Healthcare
New Summit Rehabilitation and Healthcare is a well-regarded nursing home in Arlington Heights, IL, offering rehabilitation and skilled nursing. With its nurturing and family-friendly environment, the community ensures older adults are well-cared for. Residents also receive high-quality services, including 24-hour care, therapies, and well-balanced meals, ensuring they can live comfortably during their stay. Through an interdisciplinary team approach, the community strives to develop personalized care plans that aim to help residents recover and return to their routines.
Light exercises and various activities provide residents with more opportunities to explore new interests and have fun. Dedicated to residents’ wellness, thoughtfully curated amenities and accessible spaces are also available. Situated in the peaceful residential area of Arlington Heights, the community guarantees a stress-free retirement. As one of the trusted options for senior living in Illinois, this nursing home continuously provides exceptional standards of care for older adults’ welfare.
Warren Barr North Shore provides nursing home, skilled nursing, and memory care in Highland Park, Illinois. Skilled nursing includes licensed nursing care on site around the clock. Memory care offers supervision in a secured setting for someone at risk of wandering. The community may be a good fit for someone who needs supervised memory care or skilled nursing support.
The community has 215 beds and 24 hour staffing, so staff are present throughout the day and night. Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 25 minutes per resident each day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Short term rehabilitation supports a temporary recovery stay, while respite care provides a short stay when a family caregiver needs time away.
Specific programs include on site dialysis, cardiac rehabilitation, orthopedic rehabilitation, pulmonary care, and respiratory care. On site dialysis allows a resident receiving dialysis to receive that treatment at the community. The rehabilitation and respiratory programs address recovery and ongoing care needs related to the heart, bones and joints, lungs, and breathing. Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay are accepted, giving families those payment routes for eligible care and services. The area has a Walk Score of 44 and is car dependent, so most errands require a car or a ride.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.
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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.
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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