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Cedarhurst of Waterloo is a 56-bed senior living community at 526 Legacy Drive in Waterloo, Illinois. Managed by Cedarhurst Living, this Monroe County facility provides assisted living and memory care under a state license issued in June 2025. Located near the city center, the campus features a high Walk Score of 78, making most local errands accessible on foot.
The community is regulated by the Illinois Department of Public Health and currently maintains a 100% occupancy rate, significantly exceeding the state average of 69.3%. While no CMS star rating applies to this license type, 2025 filings show a citations-per-inspection rate of 3.0. A March 2025 investigation identified a reporting failure following a resident fall, and a subsequent May 2025 survey noted gaps in fire drill frequency and physician certifications for hospice transitions.
No fines or enforcement actions were recorded, and leadership initiated retraining on incident reporting and documentation protocols following these findings.
Professional medical support is managed 24/7 by a team of licensed nurses and personal care aides who implement personalized wellness plans. The clinical model integrates on-site therapy services, medication management, and respite care options. Residents in the memory care wing benefit from a secured environment and dedicated dementia programming designed to maintain cognitive function and safety.
tAccommodations are wheelchair accessible and pet-friendly, with monthly pricing starting at approximately $5,600 for assisted living and $7,900 for memory care. Fees are all-inclusive, covering all-day dining with diverse menu options, housekeeping, linen services, and utilities.
Shared spaces include landscaped courtyards, a movie theater, and a full-service salon. The life enrichment program coordinates daily social events and exercise classes, while scheduled transportation is provided for medical appointments and shopping trips. Prospective residents and their representatives should prioritize an in-person visit to assess the current status of incident reporting protocols and fire drill compliance following recent leadership transitions.
Higher than the Illinois average: 69.3%In Illinois, the Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation conducts annual unannounced surveys to assess compliance with state and federal healthcare facility standards.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Illinois state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Deficiencies
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 4 | 7 | This facility has 43% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (4 vs. IL avg 7).↓ 43% better |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2025.
| 4 | 7 | This facility has 43% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (4 vs. IL avg 7).↓ 43% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on May 5, 2025, identified deficiencies related to the facility’s failure to conduct required bi-monthly disaster/fire drills, including night drills, and incomplete physician assessment certifications for residents with significant changes in condition. Earlier inspections and complaint investigations found similar issues, including a substantiated complaint for failure to report a resident’s fall resulting in a fractured wrist to the Illinois Department of Public Health. The main themes across reports involved disaster preparedness and regulatory reporting requirements. No fines, immediate jeopardy findings, or license actions were listed in the available reports. The pattern of deficiencies suggests ongoing challenges with documentation and compliance, with no clear indication of improvement.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
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| Brookdale Vernon Hills |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Vernon Hills (North Milwaukee Avenue) | 90 | Yes | 25 | 48 | A+ | S-H Opco Park At Vernon Hills, LLC | 9 | 4 | 0.4 | 1 | 1 | - |
| Sunrise of Bloomingdale |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Bloomingdale | 82 | Yes | 65 | 28 | A+ | Szr Bloomingdale Assisted Living Opco, LLC | 8 | 1 | 0.1 | 3 | 1 | - |
| Sunrise of Schaumburg |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
IL Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Schaumburg | 82 | Yes | 52 | 25 | A+ | Sunrise Schaumburg Assisted Living, LLC | 5 | 0 | 0.0 | - | 3 | Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed |
| Sunrise of Naperville |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
MC Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. | Naperville (Naperville Park District) | 76 | Yes | 33 | 45 | A- | Al I/Naperville Senior Housing Opco, LLC | 9 | 4 | 0.4 | 2 | 2 | - |
| Cedarhurst of Waterloo |
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Waterloo | 56 | No | 78 | - | - | - | 2 | 4 | 2.0 | 2 | - | - |
The legal owner and operator of Cedarhurst of Waterloo is Cedarhurst of Waterloo Operator, LLC.
Cedarhurst of Waterloo has a walk score of 78. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
Cedarhurst of Waterloo's occupancy is 100%.
The team at Cedarhurst of Waterloo can be reached at [email protected].
Cedarhurst of Waterloo has 56 beds.
Yes — there are 33 photos of Cedarhurst of Waterloo in the photo gallery on this page.
Cedarhurst of Waterloo is located at 526 Legacy Drive.
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