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Mitigating the impact that illnesses like Alzheimer’s and dementia have on seniors and their families need not be an uphill battle. With Wesley Willows’ brand of ability-centered memory care living, your loved one’s needs and complete comfort, are provided for. Residents of Kirk’s Place, Wesley’s memory care facility, rest assured that your near and dear are cared for by a highly-trained and compassionate staff that assist with daily living activities kindly and warmly, 24 hours a day.
Fostering a culture of nurturing and engagement, memory care programs utilize stimulating therapies including relaxation, music, and exercise in a serene and secure setting that offers the comfort of home. Family and friends are encouraged to be hands-on with residents’ day-to-day events, to ensure that this new chapter in their lives maintain a higher level of familiarity, for the best possible living experience.
Frances Salinas is the President and CEO of Wesley Willows, bringing nearly 25 years of healthcare administration experience in senior living. She specializes in leadership, operations, and finance, and holds a master’s degree in finance and accounting. Licensed as a Nursing Home Administrator and fluent in Spanish, Frances is dedicated to promoting active, secure lifestyles for seniors through personalized care.
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.
| Staff type | Hours / day | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
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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.
| 44m per day | ■ Avg State avg: 44m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
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.
| 57m per day | ▲ 50% State avg: 38m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
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.
| 3h 14m per day | ▲ 52% State avg: 2h 8m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day |
|
Total Nursing (Weekend)
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.
| 4h 21m per day | ▲ 41% State avg: 3h 5m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
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RN (Weekend)
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.
| 37m per day | ▲ 9% State avg: 34m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Pets Allowed
Housing Options: Private Rooms
Building Type: 3-story
Transportation Services
Fitness and Recreation
Wesley Willows is located in Rockford, Illinois.
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3.8 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Rockford's city center to Wesley Willows's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 3.92 miles to nearest hospital (UW Health SwedishAmerican Hospital)
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These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.83
11% better than Illinois averageIllinois average: 2.05
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.97
57% better than Illinois averageIllinois average: 2.25
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
The information below is reported by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation.
| Anam Care |
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.
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. | Rockford (8104) | 20 | No | 8 | - | - | Anam Care Inc. Inc | 5 | 2 | - | Private Rooms |
| Wesley Willows |
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.
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. | Rockford | - | Yes | 14 | - | A+ | - | - | - | - | Private Rooms |
| Bickford of Rockford |
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. | Rockford (North Mulford Road) | - | Yes | 12 | 1 | - | Rockford Bickford House, LLC | 3 | - | 2 | Private Rooms |
| Azura Memory Care of Stoughton |
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.
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. | Stoughton | - | No | 44 | - | - | - | - | - | - | Private Rooms |
| Grand Regency of Rockford Supportive Living |
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. | Rockford (Kishwaukee Subdivision) | - | Yes | 56 | 24 | - | - | - | - | - | Private Rooms |
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Wesley Willows has a walk score of 14. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
(815) 877-1441 will put you in contact with the team at Wesley Willows.
Wesley Willows is not currently listed as a CMS-certified provider of Medicare or Medicaid.
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