Alden of Waterford
Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Aurora, IL
ALM Inspection Grade B+ Info ALM's inspection grade is 88 / 100, a B+ — 6 points above the Illinois average for CMS-certified facilities (82/100) · A proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade.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. It is not a government rating.
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.

Alden of Waterford

Nursing Home & Skilled Nursing · Aurora, IL
ALM Inspection Grade B+ Info ALM's inspection grade is 88 / 100, a B+ — 6 points above the Illinois average for CMS-certified facilities (82/100) · A proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade.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. It is not a government rating.
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Alden of Waterford accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
Alden of Waterford accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Alden of Waterford

Alden of Waterford provides nursing home and skilled nursing care in Aurora, IL. Licensed nurses are on site around the clock, and the home also provides short term rehabilitation, transitional care, and post acute services. The combination of nursing care and rehabilitation programs may suit someone recovering from an orthopedic, cardiac, neurostroke, or pulmonary condition during a short term stay.

The home has 99 beds, creating a mid sized setting for residents receiving nursing or rehabilitative care. Its comprehensive therapy program includes orthopedic, cardiac, neurostroke, and pulmonary rehabilitation, so these specific recovery needs can be addressed on site. A salon, along with hair and nail services, allows residents to handle personal grooming without arranging an outside appointment.

Total nurse staffing is 3 hours and 6 minutes per resident per day. This represents the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▲ 16.4% Above IL avg. ▲ 16.4% Above IL avg.IL average: 2.6Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▲ 10.4% Above IL avg. ▲ 10.4% Above IL avg.IL average: 2.7Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▲ 37.6% Above IL avg. ▲ 37.6% Above IL avg.IL average: 2.2Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▼ 2.5% Below IL avg. ▼ 2.5% Below IL avg.IL average: 3.1Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing Info Data period: Q2 2026 (April 1 – June 30, 2026).
Nursing care per resident per day and state rankings: CMS Provider Information.
Headcount, shifts and contractors: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ).
Resident count: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (data as of Sep 2026).

Total nursing care per resident / day Info This nursing home is ranked 54th out of 152 nursing homes we track in Illinois for nurse hours. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
↑ 2% · IL 3h 3mThis facility: 3h 6m per resident per day, 2% above the Illinois average of 3h 3m (among Illinois facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. Rank #54 / 152Nurse hours — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 54th out of 152 nursing homes we track in Illinois for nurse hours. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Illinois average, with a ranking across 152 Illinois facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
3h 6m

Standout metric: Physical therapist is +236% above Illinois average

3 of 6 metrics below Illinois average

Staff by category

Q2 2026 · Apr 1 – Jun 30 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering April 1 – June 30, 2026.
Certified Nursing Assistant6416516,64391100%7.3
Registered Nurse259348,45491100%9.1
Licensed Practical Nurse85132,3908998%8.7
Speech Language Pathologist014141,8668492%6.8
Respiratory Therapy Technician0771,2978897%6.1
Physical Therapy Assistant0881,1987987%5.9
Other Dietary Services Staff4041,11291100%6.4
Administrator2139846571%8
Physical Therapy Aide0779466774%7.2
Clinical Nurse Specialist2025735763%7.4
Dietitian1014486167%7.3
Mental Health Service Worker1014475965%7.6
Nurse Practitioner1014155358%7.8
RN Director of Nursing1013514752%7.5
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist0112995763%5.2
Qualified Social Worker0332806066%4.5
Occupational Therapy Aide0221733538%4.9
Medical Director022541415%3.6
Other Social Services Staff0111233%4
65 Certified Nursing Assistant
Coverage 100%
34 Registered Nurse
Coverage 100%
13 Licensed Practical Nurse
Coverage 98%
14 Speech Language Pathologist
Coverage 92%
By The Numbers

Community insights.

Bed count Info A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions. 99 Rank #109 / 167Bed count — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 109th out of 167 nursing homes we track in Illinois for bed count. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Illinois facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Smaller home · May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Years of operating Info A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care. This is the number of years in operation under current management. Rank #26 / 49Years in operation — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 26th out of 49 nursing homes we track in Illinois for years in operation. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Illinois facilities. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
18 years
Walk Score Info Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities. Rank #99 / 187Walk Score — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 99th out of 187 nursing homes we track in Illinois for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across Illinois facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
51 / 100
Occupancy rate Info Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand. Rank #46 / 123Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 46th out of 123 nursing homes we track in Illinois for occupancy. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Illinois average, with its Statewide rank out of 123. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
85.6% This home usually has limited availability

Based on residents per day and 99 beds.

Higher than the Illinois average: 79.1%
Residents per day (avg) Info The average number of residents living at this facility on a given day. CMS calculates this figure from the facility's Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments and uses this value for other measures like Hours Per Resident Per Day (HPRD) and 5-Star Staffing rating.
85

Source: CMS Provider Information, average daily residents (data as of Oct 2026)

Avg. Length of Stay Info Average number of days residents stay at this facility, based on CMS cost report data. Shorter stays often reflect post-acute or rehab care; longer stays reflect long-term care.
46 days
BBB Rating Info An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
A+ Not Accredited
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About This Community

License Details

CMS Certification Number146008

Certifications & Programs

Joint Commission Nursing and Rehabilitation Center Accreditation — The Joint CommissionVoluntary accreditation from The Joint Commission, the nation's largest healthcare standards body. Earning it requires periodic unannounced on-site surveys against published safety and quality-of-care standards - a meaningfully higher bar than state licensure, which is mandatory.
Joint Commission Rehabilitation and Advanced Care Certification — The Joint CommissionVoluntary accreditation from The Joint Commission, the nation's largest healthcare standards body. Earning it requires periodic unannounced on-site surveys against published safety and quality-of-care standards - a meaningfully higher bar than state licensure, which is mandatory.

Ownership & Operating Entity

Profit StatusFor-profit

Safety & Compliance

Resident Council

Therapy & Rehabilitation

6 services
Short-Term Rehab
Orthopedic Rehabilitation
Cardiac RehabilitationA supervised program that helps people regain strength and endurance after heart problems or procedures, often including exercise and risk-factor education.
Neurorehabilitation
Stroke & Neurological Rehabilitation
Pulmonary Rehabilitation

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Dietitian

Additional Services

3 services
Home Medical Equipment and Supply Arrangement
Discharge Planning
Insurance Benefits Verification

Additional Policies & Features

Pets not allowed

Amenities & Lifestyle

Wi-Fi
AviaryAn enclosure where residents can watch birds.
Ice Cream Parlor
Beauty Salon

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Inspections

CMS Health Inspection History

Since 2023 · 3 years of data · Last health inspection Jan 2026

ALM Inspection Grade

88 / 100 Calculated from CMS inspection data for this community's nursing-home beds
How it compares

6 points above the Illinois average for CMS-certified facilities (82/100)

Category breakdown

Citations Typical

87 severity-weighted points (30 deficiencies) · 7% lower than the typical CMS-certified IL facility (median: 93)

Enforcement Concern

$106,499 in fines · 1 enforcement action

Persistence Strong

10 days to fix issues · faster than the typical CMS-certified IL facility (median: 15)

Inspection grade: 88 out of 100, letter grade B+.
Total health inspections
11 ↓ 4% · IL 11.5This facility: 11, 4% below the Illinois average of 11.5 (among Illinois facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Total health citations
30 Rank #74 / 154Health citations — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 74th out of 154 nursing homes we track in Illinois for health citations. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Illinois State average, with a ranking across all 154 IL facilities. Lower citation counts earn a better rank. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↓ 21% · IL 38.2This facility: 30, 21% below the Illinois average of 38.2 (among Illinois facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citations per inspection
2.73 Rank #35 / 154Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 35th out of 154 nursing homes we track in Illinois for citations per inspection. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Illinois mean across 154 facilities with citation data. Lower is better. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.↓ 21% · IL 3.46This facility: 2.73, 21% below the Illinois average of 3.46 (among Illinois facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Citation severity
100% corrected 30 of 30 citations corrected
Bar = mix of this home's 30 citations, not a state comparison

Lighter shade = corrected

Critical J–L
1 ↑ 43% · IL 0.7This facility: 1, 43% above the Illinois average of 0.7 (among Illinois facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Immediate jeopardy
Serious G–I
0 ↓ 100% · IL 3.8This facility: 0, 100% below the Illinois average of 3.8 (among Illinois facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Actual harm
Moderate D–F
29 ↓ 13% · IL 33.2This facility: 29, 13% below the Illinois average of 33.2 (among Illinois facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, more than minimal risk
Minor A–C
0 ↓ 100% · IL 0.5This facility: 0, 100% below the Illinois average of 0.5 (among Illinois facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
No harm, minimal risk

Latest inspection: Jan 26, 2026 · 2 citations, all corrected

Most cited category: Quality of Life & Care, 12 of 30 citations · 7 categories in total

Citations history
Most recent first
Jan 26, 2026 2 citations
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Jan 12, 2026 1 citation
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Nov 16, 2025 1 citation
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Sep 04, 2025 1 citation
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Corrected
May 30, 2025 2 citations
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Mar 27, 2025 8 citations
Administration moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation Corrected
Mar 25, 2025 1 citation
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Dec 11, 2024 1 citation
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Dec 05, 2024 1 citation
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Apr 04, 2024 8 citations
Quality of Care critical citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation Corrected
Feb 03, 2023 4 citations
Infection Control moderate citation Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation Corrected
Top deficiency categories
Share of 30 citations
Quality of Life & Care 12 deficiencies (40%)
Pharmacy Services 8 deficiencies (27%)
Infection Control 3 deficiencies (10%)
Nutrition & Dietary 3 deficiencies (10%)
Resident Rights 2 deficiencies (7%)
Administration 1 deficiency (3%)
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation 1 deficiency (3%)
How citations are counted

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

20 of 30 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 10 of 30 resulted from complaint investigations.

Includes all CMS health inspection records for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

Source

Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.

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Enforcement

Penalties and fines About penalties and fines Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database · Data as of Oct 2026

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Latest: Apr 4, 2024 · $106,499 civil money penalty

1 fine
Apr 4, 2024 · $106,499 civil money penalty
Total fines
$106,499 ↓ 29% · IL $150KThis facility: $106,499, 29% below the Illinois average of $149,918. Average among the 484 Illinois facilities with a penalty on record.Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.US avg $66KUS average: $66,281, among the 6,725 US facilities with a penalty on record.Rank #118 / 154Federal fines — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 118th out of 154 nursing homes we track in Illinois for federal fines. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Illinois average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 154 facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.
Number of fines
1 ↓ 67% · IL 3.01This facility: 1, 67% below the Illinois average of 3.01. Average among the 484 Illinois facilities with a penalty on record.Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.US avg 1.88US average: 1.88, among the 6,725 US facilities with a penalty on record.
Payment denials What is a payment denial? Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0 IL avg 1.02Illinois average: 1.02. Average among the 484 Illinois facilities with a penalty on record.US avg 0.35US average: 0.35, among the 6,725 US facilities with a penalty on record.
Health Outcomes

Quality of care over time

How residents at this home fare on health outcomes and preventive care, compared with the Illinois average.

Data as of Oct 2026 · CMS Care Compare

Long-stay quality rating Info CMS star rating for the care of long-stay residents, who live at the home for 100 days or more. It is built from the long-stay quality measures below. 5 stars is the best. 2 / 5 Below average ↓ 44% · IL 3.6This facility: 2.0, 44% below the IL average of 3.6 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Short-stay quality rating Info CMS star rating for the care of short-stay residents, mostly people recovering after a hospital stay for under 100 days. It is built from the short-stay quality measures below. 5 stars is the best. 3 / 5 Average ↑ 31% · IL 2.3This facility: 3.0, 31% above the IL average of 2.3 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
High-risk clinical events Info Average of five long-stay measures: pressure ulcers, falls with major injury, unplanned weight loss, worsening ability to walk, and needing more help with daily activities. Each is the % of residents affected, so lower is better. 8.1 Score · lower is better ↑ 2% · IL 7.9This facility: 8.1, 2% above the IL average of 7.9 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Functional decline Info Average of three long-stay measures: needing more help with daily activities, worsening ability to walk, and loss of bowel or bladder control. Each is the % of residents affected, so lower is better. 14.3 Score · lower is better ↓ 7% · IL 15.3This facility: 14.3, 7% below the IL average of 15.3 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.

13 long-stay measures: 5 better, 6 worse, 2 near IL average

8 short-stay measures: 2 better, 2 worse, 1 near IL average, 3 compared with US only

Financials

Money and staffing.

Alden of Waterford’s finances from its CMS cost report for the fiscal year ending December 2024, compared with 146 Illinois nursing homes that filed a recent report. Includes all financial data for this property, which could include management/ownership changes.

FY Dec 2024

Is it financially stable?

Breaking even on care

2.1% operating margin

+5.8 pts vs prior year

Positive margin in 3 of the last 8 reported years. Net income $0.3M after other income.

Does it invest in staff?

Spends less on payroll than most Illinois homes

43.1% payroll share of revenue

IL average 58.7%Rank #119 / 146Payroll % of net patient revenue — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 119th out of 146 nursing homes we track in Illinois for payroll % of net patient revenue. Shows payroll as a percentage of net patient revenue versus the Illinois average, among facilities reporting a recent fiscal year. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings. Communities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings compare like with like: every nursing home we track in Illinois that reports data for that category. Nursing homes without available data are excluded, so the pool size varies from metric to metric.

Payroll rose $0.3M while revenue rose $1.1M. A low share can mean leaner staffing; check hours per resident in the staffing section.

Who this home usually serves

Residents split by who pays for their care: Medicare, Medicaid, or private pay and other sources.
Over a year: CMS SNF Cost Report, FY2024 Snapshot: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (quarterly), Sep 2026
Resident snapshot
82 residents · Sep 2026 Residents counted on the date of the latest CMS report, which updates quarterly.
Medicare 27 · 33%
Medicaid 40 · 49%
Private pay & other 15 · 18%
Shows care patterns over time; not used to rate this facility.

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.

Typical stay

Medicare 1 - 2 months Medicaid 3 months Private pay & other 1 month

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Address 3.0 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Aurora's city center to Alden of Waterford's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 0.67 miles to nearest hospital (Rush Copley Medical Center)

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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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IL AVG 3.05
Rank #104 / 152
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ -6%-19%
$17.0k
Facility $17.0k
IL AVG $156.7k
Rank #76 / 154
25
Facility 25
IL AVG 38.2
Rank #56 / 154
4.2
Facility 4.2
IL AVG 3.5
Rank #118 / 154
2127A+
49
Facility 49
IL AVG 54
Rank #105 / 187
Doros Generation Trust U/A/D 1/3/12
$15.0MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $15.0MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IL AVG $14.5M
Rank #58 / 146
$8.1MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $8.1MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IL AVG $8.0M
Rank #63 / 146
53.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 53.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
IL AVG 58.7%
Rank #62 / 146
145006
Thrive of Fox Valley ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
NH
MC
SNF
Aurora
68
Facility 68
IL AVG 136
Rank #142 / 167
A-
92.5%
Facility 92.5%
IL AVG 79.1%
Rank #14 / 123
+17%
3.03
Facility 3.03
IL AVG 3.05
Rank #61 / 152
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ +60%-1%
$0
Facility $0
IL AVG $156.7k
Rank #1 / 154
26
Facility 26
IL AVG 38.2
Rank #59 / 154
2.2
Facility 2.2
IL AVG 3.5
Rank #15 / 154
-63-
79
Facility 79
IL AVG 54
Rank #37 / 187
Ih Fox Valley LLC
$14.3MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $14.3MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IL AVG $14.5M
Rank #66 / 146
$7.1MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $7.1MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IL AVG $8.0M
Rank #71 / 146
50.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 50.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
IL AVG 58.7%
Rank #82 / 146
146194
Jennings Terrace ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
HOS
RC
SNF
Aurora
60
Facility 60
IL AVG 136
Rank #148 / 167
A-
66.3%
Facility 66.3%
IL AVG 79.1%
Rank #102 / 123
-16%
3.51
Facility 3.51
IL AVG 3.05
Rank #50 / 152
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ ☆ +3%+15%
$0
Facility $0
IL AVG $156.7k
Rank #1 / 154
22
Facility 22
IL AVG 38.2
Rank #47 / 154
4.4
Facility 4.4
IL AVG 3.5
Rank #129 / 154
140-
80
Facility 80
IL AVG 54
Rank #36 / 187
Jomarie Silver
$5.5MFiscal year ending 06/2025
Facility $5.5MFiscal year ending 06/2025
IL AVG $14.5M
Rank #139 / 146
$3.6MFiscal year ending 06/2025
Facility $3.6MFiscal year ending 06/2025
IL AVG $8.0M
Rank #138 / 146
65.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2025
Facility 65.6%Fiscal year ending 06/2025
IL AVG 58.7%
Rank #29 / 146
146197
Alden Courts of Waterford ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
NH
AL
MC
RC
SNF
Aurora
60
Facility 60
IL AVG 136
Rank #148 / 167
C-
91.2%
Facility 91.2%
IL AVG 79.1%
Rank #18 / 123
+15%
3.89
Facility 3.89
IL AVG 3.05
Rank #42 / 152
★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆ +3%+28%
$14.1k
Facility $14.1k
IL AVG $156.7k
Rank #72 / 154
19
Facility 19
IL AVG 38.2
Rank #37 / 154
3.2
Facility 3.2
IL AVG 3.5
Rank #67 / 154
155A+
58
Facility 58
IL AVG 54
Rank #83 / 187
Steven Kroll
$7.3MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $7.3MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IL AVG $14.5M
Rank #132 / 146
$4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $4.2MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IL AVG $8.0M
Rank #132 / 146
56.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 56.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
IL AVG 58.7%
Rank #55 / 146
146182
Alden of Waterford ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆
NH
SNF
Aurora
99
Facility 99
IL AVG 136
Rank #109 / 167
B+
85.6%
Facility 85.6%
IL AVG 79.1%
Rank #46 / 123
+8%
3.10
Facility 3.10
IL AVG 3.05
Rank #54 / 152
★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆ +41%+2%
$106.5k
Facility $106.5k
IL AVG $156.7k
Rank #118 / 154
30
Facility 30
IL AVG 38.2
Rank #74 / 154
2.7
Facility 2.7
IL AVG 3.5
Rank #35 / 154
185A+
51
Facility 51
IL AVG 54
Rank #99 / 187
Alden Of Waterford Investments LLC
$13.3MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $13.3MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IL AVG $14.5M
Rank #73 / 146
$5.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility $5.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IL AVG $8.0M
Rank #99 / 146
43.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility 43.1%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
IL AVG 58.7%
Rank #119 / 146
146008

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Programs that may help with care and living costs in Illinois

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Residential care support

Supportive Living Program (SLP)

Illinois Medicaid Supportive Living Program

Eligibility

General
Low-income older adults and adults with physical disabilities who meet Illinois Supportive Living Program requirements and are accepted at a participating setting.
IL specifics
This is a Medicaid waiver alternative to nursing-home care.

What it provides

  • Personal care; homemaking; laundry; medication assistance; activities and staff support. Residents remain responsible for room and board.
Cash support · veterans

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

VA Pension Aid and Attendance and Housebound Benefits (Federal)

Who it is for
Veterans or survivors with VA pension eligibility and an Aid and Attendance or Housebound medical need
Income limit
No single monthly income cutoff. VA compares countable annual income, after permitted deductions, with the applicable Maximum Annual Pension Rate for the household and benefit category.
Asset limit
Net-worth limit is $163,699 from December 1, 2025 through November 30, 2026. Net worth includes countable assets plus annual income; exclusions and transfer rules apply.

Eligibility

General
Veterans or eligible survivors who qualify for VA Pension or Survivors Pension and meet the additional Aid and Attendance or Housebound criteria. Service, discharge, family status and pension eligibility rules also apply.
IL specifics
A federal VA pension benefit; Aid and Attendance and Housebound enhancements cannot be received together.

What it provides

  • A higher pension ceiling for eligible Aid and Attendance or Housebound recipients. Actual pension equals the applicable annual maximum minus countable income; the two enhancements cannot be paid together.
In-home support

Community Care Program

Illinois CCP

Asset limit
Nonexempt assets of $17,500 or less; the home, car and personal furnishings are exempt.

Eligibility

General
Illinois residents age 60 or older with assessed long-term care need; citizenship/eligible noncitizen requirements apply; apply for Medicaid and enroll if eligible.

What it provides

  • In-home assistance; adult day services and emergency home response; authorized services depend on assessment.
Caregiver support

Family Caregiver Support Program

Family Caregiver Support Program (Illinois)

Who it is for
Family or informal caregivers of an adult 60+ or of someone of any age with dementia

Eligibility

General
Adult family or informal caregivers of adults age 60 or older or people of any age with Alzheimer's disease or a related disorder. The federal program also supports specified older-relative caregiver categories.

What it provides

  • Caregiver information and access assistance; counseling and training; support groups; respite and limited supplemental services under the federal caregiver-support framework.
In-home & community support

Persons Who Are Elderly Waiver

Illinois Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Eligibility

General
Illinois residents age 60 or older who are Medicaid-eligible, meet the DON assessment standard for risk of nursing-facility placement, can be safely supported in the community and meet cost-effectiveness rules.
IL specifics
The current eligibility minimum is age 60.

What it provides

  • In-home homemaker service; adult day service; emergency home response and automated medication dispenser services.
Medicare costs

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Illinois Medicare Savings Program

Who it is for
Medicare beneficiaries with limited income who need help with premiums or cost sharing

Eligibility

General
Medicare beneficiaries meeting the applicable state Medicare Savings Program eligibility rules.
IL specifics
Applications are administered by the state Medicaid program.

What it provides

  • Assistance with Medicare premiums and; for qualified QMB beneficiaries; Medicare-covered deductibles and coinsurance. The qualifying category determines which costs are paid.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Alden of Waterford

Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.
01 Is Alden of Waterford in a walkable area?
Alden of Waterford has a walk score of 51. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
02 What is the occupancy rate at Alden of Waterford?
Alden of Waterford's occupancy is 85.6%.
03 How long has Alden of Waterford been in business?
Alden of Waterford has been operating for approximately 18 years, based on available licensing and registration records.
04 Are pets allowed at Alden of Waterford?
No, Alden of Waterford has a no-pet policy.
05 Does Alden of Waterford operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
Alden of Waterford is registered as a for-profit in IL.
06 What is the overall rating for Alden of Waterford?
Alden of Waterford received a 3-star overall rating from the CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services). This score combines results from staffing levels, quality measures, and health inspections.
07 How many beds does Alden of Waterford have?
Alden of Waterford has 99 beds.