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Best Nursing Homes in Willowbrook, IL

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 3 nursing homes in Willowbrook, IL 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: 3.0/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Willowbrook, IL. 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: 3.0/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Willowbrook, IL. 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: 2.5/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Willowbrook, IL. 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

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

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

Oak Trace
NH
AL
IL
MC
Downers Grove (Oak Trace)
94
Facility 94
IL AVG 86
Rank #144 / 426
28.7%
Facility 28.7%
IL AVG 69.3%
Rank #194 / 204
-59%
4.20
Facility 4.20
IL AVG 3.10
Rank #37 / 172
+68%+35%
$13.8k
Facility $13.8k
IL AVG $151.3k
Rank #82 / 173
17
Facility 17
IL AVG 36.8
Rank #29 / 172
3.4
Facility 3.4
IL AVG 3.7
Rank #77 / 172
227-
35
Facility 35
IL AVG 51
Rank #458 / 648
Courtney Karl
$34.8M
Facility $34.8M
IL AVG $12.2M
Rank #18 / 171
$19.4M
Facility $19.4M
IL AVG $4.8M
Rank #2 / 171
55.7%
Facility 55.7%
IL AVG 44.3%
Rank #25 / 171
145804
BRIA of Westmont
NH
MC
Westmont
215
Facility 215
IL AVG 86
Rank #19 / 426
100.0%
Facility 100.0%
IL AVG 69.3%
Rank #1 / 204
+44%
2.64
Facility 2.64
IL AVG 3.10
Rank #114 / 172
+63%-15%
$151.1k
Facility $151.1k
IL AVG $151.3k
Rank #141 / 173
66
Facility 66
IL AVG 36.8
Rank #154 / 172
2.1
Facility 2.1
IL AVG 3.7
Rank #13 / 172
8179-
72
Facility 72
IL AVG 51
Rank #146 / 648
Miriam Robinson
$18.2M
Facility $18.2M
IL AVG $12.2M
Rank #28 / 171
$7.8M
Facility $7.8M
IL AVG $4.8M
Rank #77 / 171
43%
Facility 43%
IL AVG 44.3%
Rank #167 / 171
145405

Oak Trace

270 Village Dr, Downers Grove, IL 60516
Overview of Oak Trace

Fostering a bright and friendly environment, Oak Trace settling in the quiet grounds of Village Drive, Downers, Grove, IL, is a trusted continuing care retirement community that offers assisted living, independent living, and memory care. Keep your peace of mind with a kind and compassionate team helping you with your daily activities and needs. Live in comfort and convenience with various care options available in Oak Trace.

Stay active and well-connected with a jam-packed calendar of carefully curated fun activities that focus on residents’ interests and strengths. Oak Trace strives to provide a safe place for seniors to feel a sense of belonging within its premises. Amenities include an art studio, a library, a fitness center, and serene walking paths.

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Overview of Bria of Westmont

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

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

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Overview of Oakwood Rehab and Nursing Center

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

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

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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 Willowbrook, IL

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 3 nursing homes in Willowbrook, IL. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Willowbrook, IL?

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 Willowbrook, IL, 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 Willowbrook, IL?

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.