Peterson Meadows
Nursing Home & Independent Living · Rockford, IL

Peterson Meadows

Nursing Home & Independent Living · Rockford, IL

Overview of Peterson Meadows

Peterson Meadows is an active independent living community; they encourage residents to immerse themselves in a nurturing and supportive environment that caters to their individual needs. The not-for-profit senior living home is a place where they can truly feel like they belong, surrounded by beautiful surroundings and a dedicated team of professionals who are committed to their well-being and happiness.

Services offered in the retirement home include a fitness center for wellness, a courtyard for activities, enriching programs, and 24/7 supervision. 

Walk Score
Walk Score: 10 / 100 Rank #595 / 648Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 595th out of 648 homes in Illinois. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Illinois facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Rankings are based only on facilities in Illinois that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
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BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

Awards

4th best CCRC in Illinois
60th best in the US

License Details

AccreditationsLeadingAge

Safety & Compliance

Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsYes

Staffing

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

Leadership

ContactMr. William Pratt

Payment & Insurance

1 service
Accept Medicare

Therapy & Rehabilitation

3 services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Short-Term Rehab

Staffing & Medical

1 service
24-Hour Staffing

Additional Policies & Features

HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes

Amenities & Lifestyle

Fitness Center
Gym
Salon
Barber
Spa
Chapel
Dining Room
Restaurant
Bistro
Courtyard
Garden
Patio
Billiards
Art Studio
Transportation
Housekeeping
Laundry
Wellness Center
Activitiesbridge, euchre, bean bags, ping pong, bocce ball, weekly chapel services, happy hour gatherings, concerts, chef’s dinners, holiday parties, trips to local restaurants and attractions
Specific ProgramsHealth Care, Health & Rehab, Brain Health
Religious Services

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What does this home offer?

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Pets Allowed

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Housing Options: 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Single-story

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Transportation Services

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Fitness and Recreation

Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Peterson Meadows

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Address 5.8 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Rockford's city center to Peterson Meadows's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Compare Nursing Homes around Rockford

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

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

Independence Village of Rockford
NH
IL
Rockford
66
Facility 66
IL AVG 86
Rank #222 / 426
58.1%
Facility 58.1%
IL AVG 69.3%
Rank #158 / 204
-16%- +16%-
$0
Facility $0
IL AVG $151.3k
Rank #1 / 173
18
Facility 18
IL AVG 36.8
Rank #34 / 172
4.5
Facility 4.5
IL AVG 3.7
Rank #138 / 172
134A+
43
Facility 43
IL AVG 51
Rank #399 / 648
Ellen Njolstad-Oksnevad
$6.6M
Facility $6.6M
IL AVG $12.2M
Rank #150 / 171
$2.8M
Facility $2.8M
IL AVG $4.8M
Rank #146 / 171
42.9%
Facility 42.9%
IL AVG 44.3%
Rank #43 / 171
146066
Amberwood Care Centre
NH
HC
MC
PC
RC
Rockford (North Rockton Avenue)
135
Facility 135
IL AVG 86
Rank #64 / 426
86.1%
Facility 86.1%
IL AVG 69.3%
Rank #49 / 204
+24%
2.61
Facility 2.61
IL AVG 3.10
Rank #114 / 172
-40%-16%
$0
Facility $0
IL AVG $151.3k
Rank #1 / 173
43
Facility 43
IL AVG 36.8
Rank #117 / 172
3.1
Facility 3.1
IL AVG 3.7
Rank #58 / 172
-125-
47
Facility 47
IL AVG 51
Rank #356 / 648
Todd Stern 2015 Trust
$12.8M
Facility $12.8M
IL AVG $12.2M
Rank #86 / 171
$6.8M
Facility $6.8M
IL AVG $4.8M
Rank #85 / 171
53.2%
Facility 53.2%
IL AVG 44.3%
Rank #83 / 171
145908
Citadel PA Peterson
NH
HC
MC
PC
RC
Rockford
129
Facility 129
IL AVG 86
Rank #72 / 426
85.5%
Facility 85.5%
IL AVG 69.3%
Rank #56 / 204
+23%
2.70
Facility 2.70
IL AVG 3.10
Rank #103 / 172
-24%-13%
$21.2k
Facility $21.2k
IL AVG $151.3k
Rank #86 / 173
63
Facility 63
IL AVG 36.8
Rank #150 / 172
2.6
Facility 2.6
IL AVG 3.7
Rank #28 / 172
4124-
31
Facility 31
IL AVG 51
Rank #487 / 648
-
$14.4M
Facility $14.4M
IL AVG $12.2M
Rank #47 / 171
$7.1M
Facility $7.1M
IL AVG $4.8M
Rank #75 / 171
49.2%
Facility 49.2%
IL AVG 44.3%
Rank #146 / 171
145751
Rock River Healthcare
NH
HC
MC
RC
Rockford (West Riverside Boulevard)
130
Facility 130
IL AVG 86
Rank #71 / 426
56.9%
Facility 56.9%
IL AVG 69.3%
Rank #164 / 204
-18%
2.01
Facility 2.01
IL AVG 3.10
Rank #159 / 172
+9%-35%
$72.3k
Facility $72.3k
IL AVG $151.3k
Rank #121 / 173
44
Facility 44
IL AVG 36.8
Rank #120 / 172
2.4
Facility 2.4
IL AVG 3.7
Rank #22 / 172
477-
60
Facility 60
IL AVG 51
Rank #233 / 648
Smf Healthcare LLC
$6.3M
Facility $6.3M
IL AVG $12.2M
Rank #157 / 171
$3.0M
Facility $3.0M
IL AVG $4.8M
Rank #162 / 171
47.8%
Facility 47.8%
IL AVG 44.3%
Rank #79 / 171
145818

Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Illinois

Peterson Meadows is located in Rockford, Illinois.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in 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)

Frequently Asked Questions about Peterson Meadows

Is Peterson Meadows in a walkable area?

Peterson Meadows has a walk score of 10. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

Does Peterson Meadows have different floorplan options?

Yes — see the floorplan options available at Peterson Meadows on this page.

Are there photos of Peterson Meadows?

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What is the address of Peterson Meadows?

Peterson Meadows is located at 6401 Newburg Rd, Rockford, IL 61108.

What is the phone number of Peterson Meadows?

(815) 316-6900 will put you in contact with the team at Peterson Meadows.

Is Peterson Meadows Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Peterson Meadows is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.

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