Alden Courts of Waterford

Memory Care Home
Overview of Alden Courts of Waterford

Prepare for an extraordinary and refined experience at Alden Courts of Waterford. This exceptional home offers innovative services that encompass memory care, assisted living, skilled short-term rehabilitation, and Medicare coverage for individuals with memory care needs. Here, residents can gracefully navigate the challenges of memory impairment, thanks to unique therapy programs and life enrichment initiatives designed to provide support and promote well-being.

Alden Courts of Waterford also recognizes the importance of memory care insurance, ensuring that residents have access to the necessary coverage for their specialized care. With transparent memory care costs, families can have peace of mind knowing that their loved ones are receiving exceptional care without hidden expenses. Immerse yourself in well-maintained and exquisite common spaces that exude a homelike ambiance. Located in the vibrant community of Aurora, Illinois, this is the place to be for those seeking unparalleled care and comfort.

(630) 851-1466

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
4/5
Illinois average: 2.5/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
4/5
Illinois average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
2/5
Illinois average: 2.1/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
2/5
Illinois average: 2.8/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
3h 36m per day

This home provides 16% more nursing time per resident than the state average.

Illinois average: 3h 6m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 1h 5m per day 44m per day 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day. 15m per day 38m per day 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Nurse aide hours per resident per day. 2h 26m per day 2h 8m per day 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends. 3h 30m per day 3h 5m per day 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day. 3m per day 3m per day 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends. 1h 2m per day 34m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 60

This home usually has limited availability

Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.

Similar demand to the Illinois average
Occupancy rate 85.4%
Residents per day (avg) 56
Occupancy rate
85.4%
Residents per day (avg)
56

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

29% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

37% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 months

Medicaid

34% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 3 months

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$6.8M
Operating loss
-$326.9K
Proprietary home Other
Home revenue
$6,816,928.00
Operating loss
$-326,925.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$3.4M
49.7% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$3.8M
Total costs $7.1M
Years in operation
24 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 58 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 146182

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

Contact: Janine Schoen

Care Services

Accepts Medicare
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Memory Care

Amenities & Lifestyle

Colors tailored for memory care stimulation
Staff dressed in green attire
Task boards to provide personalized prompts
Atrium with an abundance of natural light
Aromatherapy techniques
Life Enrichment Program
Unique Wellness Dining Program
Family engagement experiences

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Memory Care Assisted Living, Life Enrichment Program, Aging In Place, Wellness Dining Program, Unique Therapy Programs, Family Orientation and Support Program, Medicare-Covered Short-Term Rehab, Respite Care, 5-Star Service, Specialized Neighborhoods, Nursing Care, Accommodations, Amenities

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
Nutritious meals served with exquisite taste.

What does this home offer?

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Housing Options: Private Rooms / Semi-Private Rooms

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at Alden Courts of Waterford

Independent Living Assisted Living Memory Care Nursing Home
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Access & Eligibility

Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Payment & Funding Options

Medicare

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

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

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50.3%
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Places of interest near Alden Courts of Waterford

Address 3.8 miles from city center — 0.56 miles to nearest hospital (Rush Copley Medical Center)

Address 1991 Randi Dr, Aurora, IL 60504

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

103
Total Staff
63
Employees
40
Contractors
24,125
Total Hours (Quarter)
36
Avg Staff/Day
7.4
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse179.5 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse109.5 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant397.3 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
3 staff
7hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
66 staff
8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
1 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Therapy Services
21 staff
5.1hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
3 staff
4.2hs shift avg
Dietary Services
9 staff
7hs shift avg
Other Services
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
8.6%
of total hours from contractors
2,080 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 4 Physical Therapy Assistant: 4 Registered Nurse: 4 Occupational Therapy Aide: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 3 Speech Language Pathologist: 6 Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 7 Licensed Practical Nurse: 7 Medical Director: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant3543912,22791100%7.3
Registered Nurse134174,90591100%9.5
Other Dietary Services Staff8082,48991100%7
Licensed Practical Nurse37101,3467684%9.5
Administrator2025126066%8
Physical Therapy Assistant0444947684%6.4
Nurse Practitioner1014816571%7.4
Speech Language Pathologist0664527380%5.9
Physical Therapy Aide0222955864%4.8
Respiratory Therapy Technician0772676673%3.8
Qualified Social Worker0332596066%4.2
Dietitian1012433437%7.1
Occupational Therapy Aide0221313640%3.5
Medical Director011261314%2

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 6

Illinois average 10.4


Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

Total health citations 20
Citations per inspection
3.33

Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

15 of 20 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 5 of 20 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 0.7


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 3.6

0 critical citations More info Illinois average: 0.7

0 serious citations More info Illinois average: 3.6

19 moderate citations More info Illinois average: 32

1 minor citation More info Illinois average: 0.5
Citations history (last 3 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Aug 28, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Aug 28, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Aug 28, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Aug 28, 2025
Corrected

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Part of: Alden Managment Services
Resident Census by Payment Source
58 Total Residents
Medicare 6 (10.3%)
Medicaid 44 (75.9%)
Private Pay/Other 8 (13.8%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Nurse Aide Training
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 8.3
15% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 9.7

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 18.1
In line with Illinois average

Illinois average: 18.6

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 10.1%
35% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 15.5%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 12.4%
33% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 18.4%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 31.9%
48% worse than Illinois average

Illinois average: 21.6%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 6.7%
101% worse than Illinois average

Illinois average: 3.4%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 3.8%
28% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 5.3%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 4.2%
134% worse than Illinois average

Illinois average: 1.8%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 8.3%
27% worse than Illinois average

Illinois average: 6.5%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 19.8%
59% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 48.1%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 15.8%
22% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 20.2%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 86.5%
In line with Illinois average

Illinois average: 89.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 98.1%
7% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 91.6%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.11
In line with Illinois average

Illinois average: 2.05

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.76
22% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 2.25

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 43.2%
37% worse than Illinois average

Illinois average: 68.3%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 1.2%
47% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 2.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 62.5%
In line with Illinois average

Illinois average: 63.0%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 29.3%
12% worse than Illinois average

Illinois average: 26.2%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 26.9%
92% worse than Illinois average

Illinois average: 14.0%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 1.2%
56% worse than Illinois average

Illinois average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 69.6%
30% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 34.0%
33% worse than Illinois average

Illinois average: 50.6%

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Community Care Program

Illinois CCP

Age 60+, Illinois resident, at risk of nursing home placement.

~$1,215/month (individual).

$17,500 (individual, excludes home, car).

High demand in urban areas; waitlists possible.

Illinois Respite Program

IL Respite (via NFCSP)

Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Illinois resident.

No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.

Not applicable.

Limited slots; urban/rural balance.

Supportive Living Program (SLP)

Illinois Medicaid Supportive Living Program

Age 65+ or 22-64 with disability, Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs moderate assistance (not nursing home-level).

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).

~200 SLP sites statewide; room/board not covered.

Persons Who Are Elderly Waiver

Illinois Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+, Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Part of HealthChoice Illinois; consumer-directed options available.

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Illinois Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled, Illinois resident, Medicare Part A/B.

~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.

$9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Illinois SCSEP

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Illinois resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Illinois Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled, Illinois resident, in approved facility, SSI recipient or low-income.

~$1,004/month (including SSI).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

~$50-$500/month based on facility type.

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Illinois VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Illinois resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.

Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.

~$155,356 (net worth limit).

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

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