Every person who worked here at any point in the quarter, employees and contractors. It is not how many are on site at once: that is the "on an average day" figure.
69
61 employees · 8 contractors · 28 on an average day St Joseph Home For the Elderly
Nursing Home & Assisted Living · Palatine, IL
CMS overall rating
5/5
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.
5/5
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.
St Joseph Home For the Elderly
Nursing Home & Assisted Living · Palatine, IL
CMS overall rating
5/5
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.
5/5
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.
St Joseph Home for the Elderly provides nursing home and assisted living care in Palatine, IL. Nursing home care supports residents who need ongoing nursing services, while assisted living helps with daily tasks such as bathing, dressing and medication while allowing a resident to keep a private or semi private room.
Having both care levels may suit someone whose needs grow over time and who would prefer to remain in the same community. The home has 49 beds, creating a smaller setting where staff and residents can get to know one another.
Total nurse staffing is 7 hours and 57 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time available for each resident. Short term rehabilitation is also available through the Wellness Center, with physical, occupational and speech therapy for residents recovering or working to maintain daily abilities.
Transportation gives residents who do not drive a way to travel without arranging every trip independently. Private and semi private rooms accommodate someone seeking a single room or someone comfortable sharing living space. The area has a Walk Score of 69 and is somewhat walkable, so some errands can be completed on foot, although not all daily trips are walkable. St Joseph Senior Living is the owner, and religious services are available.
Quality ratings
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.
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.
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.
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.
Staffing
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
This nursing home is ranked 1st 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.
7h 57m
This nursing home is ranked 1st 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.
7h 57mStandout metric: Certified nursing assistant is +141% above Illinois average
1 of 6 metrics below Illinois average
Daily care time per resident, by role
Registered nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 13 total: 11 of the facility's own employees and 2 agency contractors.
13 staff · 7.2-hour shifts
1h 21m
↑ 84% · IL 44mThis facility: 1h 21m per resident per day, 84% above the Illinois average of 44m (among Illinois facilities reporting a recent figure).
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 13 total: 11 of the facility's own employees and 2 agency contractors.
13 staff · 7.2-hour shiftsUS average: 41m.Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. US 41m
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 11 total: 9 of the facility's own employees and 2 agency contractors.
11 staff · 7.1-hour shifts
1h 27m
↑ 130% · IL 38mThis facility: 1h 27m per resident per day, 130% above the Illinois average of 38m (among Illinois facilities reporting a recent figure).
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 11 total: 9 of the facility's own employees and 2 agency contractors.
11 staff · 7.1-hour shiftsUS average: 52m.Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. US 52m
Certified nursing assistant
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. All 31 are the facility's own employees; no agency contractors work in this role.
31 staff · 7.4-hour shifts
5h 9m
↑ 141% · IL 2h 8mThis facility: 5h 9m per resident per day, 141% above the Illinois average of 2h 8m (among Illinois facilities reporting a recent figure).
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. All 31 are the facility's own employees; no agency contractors work in this role.
31 staff · 7.4-hour shiftsUS average: 2h 21m.Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. US 2h 21m
Physical therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
0m
↓ 100% · IL 3mThis facility: 0m per resident per day, 100% below the Illinois average of 3m (among Illinois facilities reporting a recent figure).
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
US average: 4m.Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. US 4m
Total nursing, weekends
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.
RN + LPN + aide · Sat–Sun
7h 5m
↑ 130% · IL 3h 5mThis facility: 7h 5m per resident per day, 130% above the Illinois average of 3h 5m (among Illinois facilities reporting a recent figure).
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.
RN + LPN + aide · Sat–SunUS average: 3h 26m.Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. US 3h 26m
RN, weekends
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
Sat–Sun
49m
↑ 44% · IL 34mThis facility: 49m per resident per day, 44% above the Illinois average of 34m (among Illinois facilities reporting a recent figure).
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
Sat–SunUS average: 29m.Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse. US 29m
Headcount
Every person who worked here at any point in the quarter, employees and contractors. It is not how many are on site at once: that is the "on an average day" figure.
69
61 employees · 8 contractors · 28 on an average day
69 total staff / 31 residents. Residents: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (data as of Sep 2026); staff: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2026).Residents and staff come from two different CMS releases, so the two counts can be a few months apart.
2.23 : 1
↑ 27% · IL 1.76This facility: 2.23 staff per resident, 27% above the Illinois average of 1.76 (among Illinois facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
69 staff ÷ 31 residents
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Average hours one staff member works on a day they are on shift, across every role.
7.3 h
↓ 4% · IL 7.6 hThis facility: 7.3 h, 4% below the Illinois average of 7.6 h (among Illinois facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
18,651 staff hours this quarter
See full Illinois ranking →97.2% of staff hours were worked by the facility's own employees
Illinois average: 90.2% · Contractors this quarter: Registered Nurse (2), Licensed Practical Nurse (2), Other Dietary Services Staff (1), Occupational Therapy Aide (1), Medical Director (1), Nurse Practitioner (1)
Why it matters: employees work here week after week and get to know each resident's routines and needs. Agency contractors often rotate between facilities, so a higher employee share usually means more consistent care.
By The Numbers
Community insights.
Bed count
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
49
Rank #158 / 167Bed count — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 158th 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.
A smaller, more intimate setting that may offer a quieter environment and closer staff-resident interactions.
49
Rank #158 / 167Bed count — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 158th 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.
Walk Score
Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Rank #57 / 187Walk Score — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 57th 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.
Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Rank #57 / 187Walk Score — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 57th 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.
69
/ 100
Occupancy rate
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Rank #104 / 123Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 104th 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.
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Rank #104 / 123Occupancy rate — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 104th 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.
66.1%
This home usually has availability
Based on residents per day and 49 beds.
Lower than the Illinois average: 79.1%
Residents per day (avg)
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.
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.
32
Source: CMS Provider Information, average daily residents (data as of Oct 2026)
About This Community
Resident Council
Secured Perimeter
Short-Term Rehab
Physical Therapy
Occupational Therapy
Speech Therapy
Transportation
Housekeeping
Pets not allowed
Religious AffiliationRoman Catholic
Building Type3-story
Room Types
Private
Semi-Private Rooms
CMS Health Inspection History
ALM Inspection Grade Unavailable
Not publishedWe don't have enough verified data to publish an inspection grade for this facility — a missing grade reflects what we've been able to verify, not the facility's quality.
Total health inspections
1
↓ 91% · IL 11.5This facility: 1, 91% 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
5
Rank #1 / 154Health citations — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 1st 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.↓ 87% · IL 38.2This facility: 5, 87% 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
5
Rank #139 / 154Citations per inspection — State benchmarked This nursing home is ranked 139th 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.↑ 45% · IL 3.46This facility: 5, 45% above 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
5 of 5 citations corrected
Critical
J–L
0
↓ 100% · IL 0.7This facility: 0, 100% below 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
5
↓ 85% · IL 33.2This facility: 5, 85% 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 riskLatest inspection: Nov 15, 2024 · 5 citations, all corrected
Most cited category: Pharmacy Services, 2 of 5 citations · 4 categories in total
Citations history
Most recent first
Nov 15, 2024
5 citations
Pharmacy moderate citation
Corrected
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Corrected
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Corrected
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Corrected
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Corrected
Corrected
Top deficiency categories
Share of 5 citations
Pharmacy Services
2 deficiencies (40%)
Infection Control
1 deficiency (20%)
Quality of Life & Care
1 deficiency (20%)
Nutrition & Dietary
1 deficiency (20%)
How citations are counted
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 5 citations resulted from standard inspections.
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
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
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials on record since Oct 2023.
Total fines
$0
IL avg $150KIllinois average: $149,918. Average among the 484 Illinois facilities with a penalty on record.US avg $66KUS average: $66,281, among the 6,725 US facilities with a penalty on record.
Number of fines
0
IL avg 3.01Illinois average: 3.01. Average among the 484 Illinois facilities with a penalty on record.US avg 1.88US average: 1.88, among the 6,725 US facilities with a penalty on record.
Payment denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
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.
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.
4
/ 5
Above average
↑ 11% · IL 3.6This facility: 4.0, 11% above 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.
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.
6.3
Score · lower is better
↓ 21% · IL 7.9This facility: 6.3, 21% below 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.
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.
13.2
Score · lower is better
↓ 14% · IL 15.3This facility: 13.2, 14% 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: 7 better, 4 worse, 2 near IL average
Long-stay residents
People who live at the home · 13 measures
Daily care & independence
Needed more help with daily activities
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
8.6%
↓ 34% · IL 13.0This facility: 8.6, 34% below the IL average of 13.0 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
8.6%
↓ 34% · IL 13.0This facility: 8.6, 34% below the IL average of 13.0 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Walking ability worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
11.1%
↓ 14% · IL 12.8This facility: 11.1, 14% below the IL average of 12.8 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
11.1%
↓ 14% · IL 12.8This facility: 11.1, 14% below the IL average of 12.8 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Bowel or bladder incontinence (low-risk residents)
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
19.9%
↑ 1% · IL 19.8This facility: 19.9, 1% above the IL average of 19.8 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
19.9%
↑ 1% · IL 19.8This facility: 19.9, 1% above the IL average of 19.8 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.Safety & clinical stability
Urinary tract infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
↓ 100% · IL 1.5This facility: 0.0, 100% below the IL average of 1.5 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
↓ 100% · IL 1.5This facility: 0.0, 100% below the IL average of 1.5 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Falls with major injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.0%
↑ 34% · IL 3.0This facility: 4.0, 34% above the IL average of 3.0 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
4.0%
↑ 34% · IL 3.0This facility: 4.0, 34% above the IL average of 3.0 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Pressure ulcers (high-risk residents)
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
0.0%
↓ 100% · IL 4.8This facility: 0.0, 100% below the IL average of 4.8 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
0.0%
↓ 100% · IL 4.8This facility: 0.0, 100% below the IL average of 4.8 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.Physical & mental health
Lost too much weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.6%
↑ 24% · IL 6.1This facility: 7.6, 24% above the IL average of 6.1 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
7.6%
↑ 24% · IL 6.1This facility: 7.6, 24% above the IL average of 6.1 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Depressive symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
3.4%
↓ 94% · IL 55.8This facility: 3.4, 94% below the IL average of 55.8 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
3.4%
↓ 94% · IL 55.8This facility: 3.4, 94% below the IL average of 55.8 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Antipsychotic use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
13.8%
↓ 37% · IL 21.7This facility: 13.8, 37% below the IL average of 21.7 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
13.8%
↓ 37% · IL 21.7This facility: 13.8, 37% below the IL average of 21.7 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.Preventive care
Pneumococcal vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
↑ 11% · IL 90.5This facility: 100.0, 11% above the IL average of 90.5 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
↑ 11% · IL 90.5This facility: 100.0, 11% above the IL average of 90.5 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Flu vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
94.1%
↑ 3% · IL 91.7This facility: 94.1, 3% above the IL average of 91.7 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
94.1%
↑ 3% · IL 91.7This facility: 94.1, 3% above the IL average of 91.7 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.Hospital & emergency visits
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.64
↑ 78% · IL 2.05This facility: 3.64, 78% above the IL average of 2.05 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.64
↑ 78% · IL 2.05This facility: 3.64, 78% above the IL average of 2.05 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
ER visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.28
↑ 46% · IL 2.25This facility: 3.28, 46% above the IL average of 2.25 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.28
↑ 46% · IL 2.25This facility: 3.28, 46% above the IL average of 2.25 (among IL facilities reporting a recent figure).Green: 5% or more better than the state average. Yellow: within 5%. Red: 5% or more worse.Arrows show whether a figure is above or below the average. Green is better for residents, red is worse, and yellow means within 5% of the average. The line on each bar marks the average.
Quality measures are calculated by CMS from Minimum Data Set (MDS) resident assessments and Medicare claims.
Who this home usually serves
Residents split by who pays for their care: Medicare, Medicaid, or private pay and other sources.
Snapshot: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (quarterly), Sep 2026
Resident snapshot
31 residents · Sep 2026
Residents counted on the date of the latest CMS report, which updates quarterly.
Medicare
2 · 6%
Medicaid
27 · 87%
Private pay & other
2 · 6%
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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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Care Types in This Table
AL (Assisted Living):
Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing.
NH (Nursing Home):
24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs.
SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility):
Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness.
MC (Memory Care):
Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
IL (Independent Living):
Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care.
CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community):
A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
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Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
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Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
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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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This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
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Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
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Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
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Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
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The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
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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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Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. 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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Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Illinois average is: 58.7% 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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CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
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| Little Sisters of the Poor St. Mary’s Home | NH AL | Chicago (Lincoln Park) | 76
Facility
76
IL AVG
136
Rank
#134 / 167 |
59.2%
Facility
59.2%
IL AVG
79.1%
Rank
#116 / 123 | -25% | 5.26
Facility
5.26
IL AVG
3.05
Rank
#12 / 152 | +39% | +72% | $9.3k
Facility
$9.3k
IL AVG
$156.7k
Rank
#65 / 154 | 14
Facility
14
IL AVG
38.2
Rank
#23 / 154 | 2.8
Facility
2.8
IL AVG
3.5
Rank
#42 / 154 | 2 | 45 | - |
93
Facility
93
IL AVG
54
Rank
#9 / 187 | Claire Mccanless | - | - | - | 146185 | ||||
| St Joseph Home For the Elderly | NH AL | Palatine | 49
Facility
49
IL AVG
136
Rank
#158 / 167 |
66.1%
Facility
66.1%
IL AVG
79.1%
Rank
#104 / 123 | -16% | 7.95
Facility
7.95
IL AVG
3.05
Rank
#1 / 152 | +32% | +160% | $0
Facility
$0
IL AVG
$156.7k
Rank
#1 / 154 | 5
Facility
5
IL AVG
38.2
Rank
#1 / 154 | 5.0
Facility
5.0
IL AVG
3.5
Rank
#139 / 154 | - | 32 | - |
69
Facility
69
IL AVG
54
Rank
#57 / 187 | Veronica Cantu | - | - | - | 146189 | ||||
| Celebrate Senior Living Niles | NH AL CCRC IL MC RC SNF | Niles | 114
Facility
114
IL AVG
136
Rank
#94 / 167 | - | - | 3.87
Facility
3.87
IL AVG
3.05
Rank
#42 / 152 | -4% | +27% | $29.8k
Facility
$29.8k
IL AVG
$156.7k
Rank
#89 / 154 | 6
Facility
6
IL AVG
38.2
Rank
#4 / 154 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
IL AVG
3.5
Rank
#10 / 154 | 2 | 48 | A+ |
60
Facility
60
IL AVG
54
Rank
#75 / 187 | Elevate Saint Andrew LLC | $9.3MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility
$9.3MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IL AVG
$14.5M
Rank
#113 / 146 | $5.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility
$5.8MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IL AVG
$8.0M
Rank
#94 / 146 | 62.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility
62.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
IL AVG
58.7%
Rank
#36 / 146 | 146176 | ||||
| Citadel at Saint Benedict | NH SNF | Niles | 99
Facility
99
IL AVG
136
Rank
#109 / 167 |
93.1%
Facility
93.1%
IL AVG
79.1%
Rank
#11 / 123 | +18% | 2.76
Facility
2.76
IL AVG
3.05
Rank
#79 / 152 | +22% | -9% | $64.5k
Facility
$64.5k
IL AVG
$156.7k
Rank
#104 / 154 | 12
Facility
12
IL AVG
38.2
Rank
#18 / 154 | 2.0
Facility
2.0
IL AVG
3.5
Rank
#10 / 154 | 4 | 92 | - |
79
Facility
79
IL AVG
54
Rank
#37 / 187 | Susan Enright | $12.0MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility
$12.0MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IL AVG
$14.5M
Rank
#85 / 146 | $5.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility
$5.4MFiscal year ending 12/2024
IL AVG
$8.0M
Rank
#108 / 146 | 44.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
Facility
44.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2024
IL AVG
58.7%
Rank
#113 / 146 | 145731 |
Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other IL nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 4 on this page. See how we rank facilities
Financial assistance
Get financial aid guidance Programs that may help with care and living costs in Illinois
St Joseph Home For the Elderly is in Palatine, Illinois. These programs may support different care settings or living expenses. A listing does not confirm this community participates; our concierge team can help confirm.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Know before you visit
Frequently Asked Questions about St Joseph Home For the Elderly
Quick answers from public records and the community's own listing.01 Is St Joseph Home For the Elderly in a walkable area?
St Joseph Home For the Elderly has a walk score of 69. Somewhat walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
02 What is the occupancy rate at St Joseph Home For the Elderly?
St Joseph Home For the Elderly's occupancy is 66.1%.
03 Does St Joseph Home For the Elderly have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at St Joseph Home For the Elderly on this page.
04 Are pets allowed at St Joseph Home For the Elderly?
No, St Joseph Home For the Elderly has a no-pet policy.
05 What is the best email address for St Joseph Home For the Elderly?
The team at St Joseph Home For the Elderly can be reached at mspalatine@littlesistersofthepoor.org.
06 Does St Joseph Home For the Elderly operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
St Joseph Home For the Elderly is registered as a non-profit.
07 What is the overall rating for St Joseph Home For the Elderly?
St Joseph Home For the Elderly received a 5-star overall rating from the CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services). This score combines results from staffing levels, quality measures, and health inspections.
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