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10 Best Nursing Homes in Rockford, IL
Rockford is home to many senior care options, including nursing homes. The term “nursing home” is often used as a catchall for any type of senior care. But it can also refer to actual nursing homes, or skilled nursing facilities, which provide the highest level of medical and rehabilitative care outside of a hospital. Of the 27 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Rockford, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Rockford is about $4,399, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase. To learn more, browse our 358 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area.
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Nursing Homes Facilities near Rockford, IL
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Very friendly and very concerned about my care. The caring is not just to get you to move here, they continually care day in and day out. Safety is a big feature, rails in halls an floors unobstructed, plus...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Fairhaven's mission statement is to provide a comfortable lifestyle and exceptional care which enhances quality of life in a manner that glorifies God. Fairhaven is a faith-based, non-for-profit continuum of care, that offer maintenance free living through independent options and also...
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Dad entered hospice care within a couple of weeks of going to Morning Star. He died two months later. But Morning Star was exactly the right place for him, and his last months were enjoyable with new friends...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Morning Star Village is the friendliest and only locally-owned Assisted Living community in the Rockford area. We offer a wide range of services to residents who are happy to call Morning Star Village home. Presence Life Connections manages our community and they have a long history of serving...
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My mom is always clean and well cared for. Many activities are not appropriate for individual with memory issues. Bingo is a regular activity and only a couple of residents can play without significant help....
Provides: Memory Care
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Anam Glen is the newest addition to the Anam Campus. We are a 16-bed memory care facility with a stimulating home-like environment designed to meet, in the most loving way possible, the specialized needs of all who are affected with a dementia, including Alzheimer's, Lewy Body, Parkinson's and...
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There have been a few things that needed to be addressed, but The Grand Regency is receptive and responsive to concerns. I believe there's an adjustment period with any long term facility, where they need...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
The Apartments Designed to provide a secure and comfortable environment, the spacious studio apartments feel like home. Features include efficient kitchenettes with waist-height refrigerators/freezers and microwaves, full bathrooms, handicap accessible with individual showers. Furnishings are...
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Staff have all been very helpful. The food is not appealing to the residents. They might need a new chef. There needs to be an activity director that gets people excited about the activities so they would...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Grand Victorian of Rockford is located in an all-American city of 150,000 with all the attractions and services of a large metropolis but with the pace and lifestyle of a smaller town. Nicknamed 'The Forest City,' Rockford is a city of tree-lined streets and quiet, friendly neighborhoods. The...
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My mom just loves that it is a smaller community and she said it feels so homey. And the staff is so nice .. she loves the activities!
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Charter Senior Living of Rockford, located in Rockford, Illinois provides truly person-directed care, taking the time to know and work with each resident as an individual and providing them with care that’s as unique as they are. In Assisted Living, our caring, compassionate staff, first-rate...
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we have my father here and could not be happier with his care.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Nurses are great they all pay great attention to the patients food service is great The cleaning crew is great the the group that helps with bathing and dressing and they all take care of them and very...
Provides: Memory Care, Independent Living
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Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Anam Care, which is part of the Anam Campus in Rockford, is designed to meet, in the most loving way possible, the specialized needs of all who are affected with a dementia, including Alzheimer's, Lewy Body, Parkinson's and Frontal-temporal dementias, memory loss and cognitive impairment. ...
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A few of my church friends live here and I have visited them. The place is beautiful inside and very clean. The staff and other residents were very welcoming while visiting. They have a sign with today's...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
TLC Living Community Where it feels like home, because it is home. TLC Living Community is a newly constructed, 92 apartment assisted living community, Phase 1 completed in March 2020. Located on six acres in Machesney Park, Illinois, it offers an ideal location close to retail, shopping,...
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Clean and friendly with age appropriate activities. We picked this community because of the price and a very clean appearance like there landscaping mom likes to sit outside on a nice day as do other...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Conveniently located on the outskirts of Rockford, close to I-90, Cherryvale Place offers all the amenities you need within minutes of this well-maintained, beautifully landscaped community. With a full-time licensed nurse available 24 hours a day to provide clinical oversight and coordination of...
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Great maintenance and management. I love the activities and the way everyone always seems so willing to help. They genuinely seems to care. Just remodeled and everything is beautiful and always clean. It's...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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When I started looking for a place for my mother-in-law, I wanted a place that would give her good care, but also felt more like a family. That is what I found at Bickford.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Why settle for the ordinary in senior living when Bickford offers so much more? Freshly crafted meals, a dedicated caregiver always within reach, and a world of exciting activities await your loved one. Our commitment? Making sure they’re able to embrace life to the fullest, every single day....
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The staff was very knowledgeable and helpful by answering all questions and inquiries about the facility. Was willing and able to show us what their clients had available for a full day at the facility. All...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Prairie View Assisted living is located in picturesque Winnebago, Illinois. It is a village located in Winnebago County. It is a very small town, with a population of only over 3,000. The village has a total area of only 1.9 square miles. The beautiful green grass fields and the small town...
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They are very willing to make changes to care when requested or as necessary. Their activities person, [name removed], is very creative at coming up with ideas for keeping everyone active, especially for the...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Wesley Willows, a not-for-profit organization, has been making a difference in the lives of seniors since 1966. The Rockford area's premier continuing-care retirement community, Wesley Willows, offers a full continuum of housing and services on one campus — duplex homes, independent living...
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Heritage Woods of Rockford has made the transition as smooth and painless as possible. My mother was a little hesitant and they did everything they could to ensure the transition went smoothly. They made...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Heritage Woods offers an Assisted Living Lifestyle for seniors over age 65. Newly opened in 2008, this gracious community offers beautifully decorated common areas such as Library, Private Dining Room, Lobby, TV Lounge, and Fitness Room & Patio. Nestled against a creek and tree line we are...
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My mother was a resident at Lincolnshire for three months . The facility has a terrific director that is active in all phases of operation. She insures a safe, clean & loving environment for your loved one....
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Lincolnshire Place Lincolnshire Place in Loves Park, Winnebago County, Illinois is a multi-faceted assisted living community with a complete love of sports. Loves Park is a wonderful small town with a family oriented atmosphere. It is a typical suburb but still a very quaint place to settle down...
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Fairview Nursing Plaza is a 213 bed skilled nursing facility. In addition to being Medicaid certified, we have 28 certified Medicare beds and can provide exceptional wound care, trach care, and top-rated occupational, physical, and speech therapies. Our nursing staff are here to serve...
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
Provides: Nursing Homes
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Nursing Homes: Nursing homes provide short-and long-term care for seniors who have physical or mental health conditions that require 24-hour nursing and personal care.
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Cost of nursing homes in Rockford, IL
The average cost of senior living in Rockford is $4,399 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include South Beloit, IL with an average of $4,173 per month.
Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Rockford, IL vs. nearby cities
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Rockford, IL vs. the state and national average
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Average monthly cost of Nursing Homes in Rockford vs. other types of senior living
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Median monthly costs of Nursing Homes in Rockford, IL by room type
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What families are saying about nursing homes in Rockford
Recent reviews for nursing homes in Rockford
Wesley Willows a CCRC in Rockford, IL
5.0
Wesley Willows was great to work with. My mom was there for rehab, respite, and assisted living. We were very happy with the care. The nurse and CNAs took great care of my mom and always keep updated regarding her care. She was very happy with the food. We chose the community because my mom ...
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Heritage Woods of Belvidere
5.0
I am very content living at Heritage Woods. My apartment is very comfortable and convenient. The nurses and CNAs are very attentive and convenient. The food is good and I may also eat in my room if I so desire. There are activities every day. Also a small store 2 days a week.
Anam Care of Rockford
5.0
The community is small, well staffed. They really understand of the needs of residents with memory issues. When I visit my loved one it is just like coming to nice homey living room.
Rockford nursing homes services and amenities
These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Rockford nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Rockford, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.
Availability of select care services in Rockford nursing homes
Nursing homes communities offer a variety of care services and visiting health care providers to meet seniors’ health needs. The chart below shows the percentage of nursing homes partners in Rockford that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
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Full medication management
Full medication management
61.9%
2.4%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
42.9%
9.4%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
90.5%
26.1%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
90.5%
26.6%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
81%
9.7%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
14.3%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
90.5%
22.8%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
52.4%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
61.9%
17.2%
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Availability of select dementia care services in Rockford nursing homes
Our community partners provide many services to keep residents with dementia or other memory concerns safe and engaged. Below, take a look at what percentage of Rockford Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
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Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
71.4%
3.8%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
23.8%
0.2%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
52.4%
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Memory care only community
Memory care only community
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Rockford nursing homes
Nursing homes communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Rockford partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
42.9%
0.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
23.8%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
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Availability of select dining options in Rockford nursing homes
Our nursing homes communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Rockford communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
19%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
38.1%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
0.4%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
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Availability of select programs and activities in Rockford nursing homes
Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered nursing homes communities in Rockford offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
47.6%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
28.6%
0.2%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
71.4%
6.3%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
52.4%
0.4%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
71.4%
6.4%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
47.6%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
0.2%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
42.9%
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Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
52.4%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
52.4%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
14.3%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
14.3%
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Fitness classes
Fitness classes
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Azura Memory Care of Clinton, TLC Living Community and Fairhaven Christian Retirement are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Rockford, Illinois. See full list of communities.
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