Crystal Pines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
Nursing Home, Memory Care & Hospice Care · Crystal Lake, IL
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.

Crystal Pines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center

Nursing Home, Memory Care & Hospice Care · Crystal Lake, IL
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and 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.
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Crystal Pines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Crystal Pines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center

Crystal Pines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center is a nursing home in Crystal Lake, IL, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. The community also fosters comfort and healing with a compassionate and home-like environment. With 24-hour care, scheduled transportation, housekeeping services, and chef-prepared meals, residents receive the utmost attention and care. Focusing on residents’ recovery and rehabilitation, the community provides personalized care plans tailored to their unique needs and habits.

Exercise groups and recreational activities provide residents with more opportunities to explore new interests and make friends. A whirlpool spa, a barber and beauty salon, and top-notch rehabilitation equipment are also available for residents’ relaxation and wellness. Crystal Lake Park, restaurants, and shops are also located in the area, providing residents with quick access to their necessities and leisure. As one of the trusted options for senior living in Illinois, this nursing home ensures older adults can live to their potential in retirement.

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.
▼ 60.3% Below IL avg. ▼ 60.3% Below IL avg.Click 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.
▼ 28.0% Below IL avg. ▼ 28.0% Below IL avg.Click 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.
▼ 53.2% Below IL avg. ▼ 53.2% Below IL avg.Click 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.
▼ 29.0% Below IL avg. ▼ 29.0% Below IL avg.Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Illinois state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 81st out of 167 homes in Illinois. 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.
2h 53m per day
Rank #81 / 167Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 81st out of 167 homes in Illinois. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Illinois average, with a ranking across 167 Illinois SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Illinois avg (3h 6m per day)
vs Illinois avg
-7%
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Weekend Total Nursing Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 3h 4m per day

Types of Care at Crystal Pines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center

Nursing Home Memory Care Hospice Care

Capacity and availability

This home usually has availability

Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.

Lower occupancy than the Illinois average: 69.3%
Occupancy rate 59.9% Rank #155 / 199Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 155th out of 199 homes in Illinois. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Illinois average, with its Statewide rank out of 199. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay 112 days
Occupancy rate
59.9% Rank #155 / 199Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 155th out of 199 homes in Illinois. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Illinois average, with its Statewide rank out of 199. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
112 days
Walk Score
Walk Score: 46 / 100 Rank #364 / 647Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 364th out of 647 homes in Illinois. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Illinois SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

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Staffing Data

Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.

Total staff 150
Employees 82
Contractors 68
Staff to resident ratio 1.92:1
7% better than Illinois average
Illinois average ratio: 1.80:1 Illinois average ratio: 1.80:1See full Illinois ranking
Avg staff/day 42
Average shift 7.4 hours
0% compared with Illinois average
Illinois average: 7.6 hours Illinois average shift: 7.6 hoursSee full Illinois ranking
Total staff hours (quarter) 28,691

Nursing staff breakdown

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

RN Staff 25
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.6 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

LPN Staff 29
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.7 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

CNA Staff 73
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.8 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.

Total hours from contractors

14.8%

4,243 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 28 Licensed Practical Nurse: 18 Registered Nurse: 11 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Occupational Therapy Aide: 2 Physical Therapy Aide: 2 Qualified Social Worker: 1 Physical Therapy Assistant: 1 Medical Director: 1

Staff by category

Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31 More info This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Certified Nursing Assistant45287314,31492100%7.8
Registered Nurse1411254,96692100%7.6
Licensed Practical Nurse1118293,35492100%7.7
Other Dietary Services Staff6061,4329199%6.5
Administrator2021,0086470%8
Nurse Practitioner1015126470%8
Respiratory Therapy Technician0224956368%7.6
Dental Services Staff1014515661%8.1
Speech Language Pathologist0224116065%6.7
Physical Therapy Assistant0113735155%7.3
Clinical Nurse Specialist1013464145%8.4
Qualified Social Worker0113435358%6.5
Physical Therapy Aide0222905459%5.3
Mental Health Service Worker1012833538%8.1
Occupational Therapy Aide022924852%1.6
Medical Director011211516%1.4
73 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
25 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
29 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
6 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 99%
2 Administrator
% of Days 70%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 70%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 68%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 61%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 65%
1 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 55%
1 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 45%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 58%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 59%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 38%
2 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 52%
1 Medical Director
% of Days 16%

Penalties and fines

Includes penalties issued in 2023-2024

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 Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $72K Rank #124 / 168Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 124th out of 168 homes in Illinois. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Illinois average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 168 skilled nursing facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
50% lower than Illinois average

Illinois average: $143K

Number of fines 4
35% more fines than Illinois average

Illinois average: 3.0

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 1
6% fewer payment denials than Illinois average

Illinois average: 1.1

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $72K
Illinois average $143K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

4 penalties in the past 3 years

Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Nov 14, 2024
$17K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jun 5, 2024
$14K
Payment Denial Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. Jun 5, 2024
31 days
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jul 19, 2023
$22K

Last updated: Jan 2026

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. 17.1
76% worse 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. 32.8
76% worse than 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 23.7%
53% worse than Illinois average

Illinois average: 15.5%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 41.1%
123% worse 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 33.5%
55% 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 3.1%
8% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 3.4%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 6.9%
31% worse than Illinois average

Illinois average: 5.3%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 3.6%
98% worse than Illinois average

Illinois average: 1.8%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 10.8%
65% worse than Illinois average

Illinois average: 6.5%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 6.6%
86% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 48.1%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 14.1%
30% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 20.2%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.3%
11% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 89.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
9% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 91.6%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 73.1%
7% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 68.3%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.0%
100% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 2.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 56.7%
10% worse than Illinois average

Illinois average: 63.0%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

72% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 15 days

Private pay

19% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 4 - 5 months

Medicaid

9% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 - 3 years

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 78
Medicare
8
10.3% of residents
Medicaid
53
67.9% of residents
Private pay or other
17
21.8% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$10.8M
Operating loss
-$779.2K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$10.8M Rank #122 / 166Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 122nd out of 166 homes in Illinois. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Illinois SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Operating loss
-$779.2K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #143 / 166Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 143rd out of 166 homes in Illinois. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Illinois average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$4.5M
41.3% of revenue Rank #114 / 166Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 114th out of 166 homes in Illinois. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Illinois average. Well-run Illinois SNFs typically land around 54–67% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$7.1M
Total costs $11.6M

What does this home offer?

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Building Type: Single-story

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On-site Medical Care and Health Services

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Rehabilitative Support

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Beauty Services

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Dining Services

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Exercise Programs

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Housekeeping Services

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Social and Recreational Activities

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Transportation Services

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

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Address 0.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Crystal Lake's city center to Crystal Pines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Crystal Pines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center is located in Crystal Lake, Illinois.
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Community Care Program

Illinois CCP

Age 60+
General Illinois resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,215/month individual
Asset Limits $17,500 individual, excludes home, car
IL

High demand in urban areas; waitlists possible.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/day) Adult day services ($65/day) Emergency home response systems ($30/month)

Illinois Respite Program

IL Respite (via NFCSP)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Illinois resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
IL

Limited slots; urban/rural balance.

Benefits
In-home respite (4-6 hours/day) Adult day care (~$65/day) Short-term facility care (up to 5 days)

Supportive Living Program (SLP)

Illinois Medicaid Supportive Living Program

Age 65+ or 22-64 with disability
General Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs moderate assistance (not nursing home-level).
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
IL

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

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, mobility) Meals Housekeeping Medication management Respite (~240 hours/year)

Persons Who Are Elderly Waiver

Illinois Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Age 65+
General Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IL

Part of HealthChoice Illinois; consumer-directed options available.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., dressing, eating) Homemaker Adult day care (~$60/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Home mods ($1,000 avg.)

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Illinois Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General Illinois resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
IL

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Illinois Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General Illinois resident, in approved facility, SSI recipient or low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month including SSI
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
IL

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

Benefits
Cash (~$50-$500/month) for room/board in personal care homes or SLFs

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

Illinois VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General Illinois resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth limit
IL

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

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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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NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

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Fair Oaks Health Care Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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.

RC

Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision.

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Crystal Pines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
NH

Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).

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.

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.

Crystal Lake114 59.9% -14%2.88 +18%-7%$95.8k433.3674 46 James Standish$10.8M$4.5M41.3%145257

Frequently Asked Questions about Crystal Pines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center

Is Crystal Pines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in a walkable area?

Crystal Pines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center has a walk score of 46. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the best email address for Crystal Pines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center?

The team at Crystal Pines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center can be reached at [email protected].

What is the address of Crystal Pines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center?

Crystal Pines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center is located at 335 Illinois St, Crystal Lake, IL 60014.

What is the phone number of Crystal Pines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center?

(815) 998-5587 will put you in contact with the team at Crystal Pines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center.

Is Crystal Pines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Yes — Crystal Pines Rehabilitation & Health Care Center is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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