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10 Best Nursing Homes in Winnebago County, IL

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Winnebago County 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 184 nursing homes, assisted living, and memory care communities in Winnebago County, the best fit for your loved one will depend on their budget and needs. The cost of nursing home care in Winnebago County is about $5,205, but costs tend to increase as care needs increase.

To learn more, browse our 2747 reviews and explore the services and amenities available in your area. You may also consider nearby communities such as Sharon, Garden Prairie and Capron.

 

Nursing Homes Facilities near Winnebago County, IL

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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
Located in Fort Atkinson, WI, Sienna Crest assisted living centers provide the perfect place for you or your family. The Fort Atkinson location provides specialized services for residents who suffer from Alzheimer's disease, providing them with everything they need to live fulfilling and healthy...
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Wellington Meadows is a friendly assisted living community with a legacy of excellence in senior care. Independence and quality of life a are always promoted and caring, professional staff are nearby to help with activities of daily living, ensuring the comfort and safety of our residents. We...
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
The fact that you're reading this means you're probably thinking about a nursing home, for either yourself or someone you love. Do you know what your options are? In today's healthcare environment, you have far more choices than ever. We offer skilled nursing services ... and routine help with...
Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
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Provides: Nursing Homes
Care types provided by this community
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.
Photo of The Way and the Light
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
Eagle View Manor is a senior care home located in the picturesque city of Jefferson, Wisconsin, in the county of Jefferson. Our harmonious community is nestled in a safe and quiet neighborhood, not far from Riverfront Park and the heart of Jefferson proper. The city of Jefferson offers a...
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Provides: Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
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.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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.
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.
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Cost of nursing homes in Winnebago County, IL

The average cost of senior living in Winnebago County is $5,205 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Winnebago, IL with an average of $5,205 per month.

Nursing homes costs in Winnebago County, IL, vs. nearby counties

Winnebago County, IL
$5,205/mo
$5,205/mo

Nursing homes costs in Winnebago County, IL, vs. state and national averages

Winnebago County, IL
$5,205/mo
U.S. national average
$5,853/mo

Nursing homes costs in Winnebago County, IL, vs. other senior living options

$6,357/mo
Nursing Homes
$5,205/mo

Nursing homes costs in Winnebago County, IL, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$4,630/mo
Private
$5,338/mo

Senior living costs in Winnebago County vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 4 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Winnebago County, IL
Column state: Illinois
Column national: U.S.
Community typeWinnebago County, ILIllinoisU.S.
Nursing Homes$5,205/mo$5,252/mo$5,853/mo
Assisted Living$5,826/mo$6,413/mo$5,909/mo
Memory Care$6,357/mo$7,829/mo$7,121/mo
Independent Living$3,574/mo$3,360/mo$3,532/mo
Nursing Homes
Winnebago County, IL:$5,205/mo
Illinois:$5,252/mo
U.S.:$5,853/mo
Assisted Living
Winnebago County, IL:$5,826/mo
Illinois:$6,413/mo
U.S.:$5,909/mo
Memory Care
Winnebago County, IL:$6,357/mo
Illinois:$7,829/mo
U.S.:$7,121/mo
Independent Living
Winnebago County, IL:$3,574/mo
Illinois:$3,360/mo
U.S.:$3,532/mo
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Nursing homes costs in Winnebago County, IL, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly nursing homes costs have shifted over the past five years in Winnebago County and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

Winnebago County, ILIL stateNational

Nursing homes cost trends in Winnebago County, IL

The table below shows how monthly nursing homes costs in Winnebago County have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 average costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Winnebago County, IL$6,189/mo$5,919/mo+4.6%
Illinois$6,483/mo$6,232/mo+4.0%
National$6,098/mo$5,866/mo+4.0%
Winnebago County, IL
2024 average cost:$6,189/mo
2023 average cost:$5,919/mo
Percent change:+4.6%
Illinois
2024 average cost:$6,483/mo
2023 average cost:$6,232/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
National
2024 average cost:$6,098/mo
2023 average cost:$5,866/mo
Percent change:+4.0%
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Discover the many ways to pay for senior living

Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.

What families are saying about nursing homes in Winnebago County

Recent reviews for nursing homes in Winnebago County

Shepherd Premier Assisted Living of Harvard

5.0
I am very happy with the care that my mother is getting at this very nice and home feeling community. The staff is wonderful and very attentive. I like that the community is clean. <y mother is really liking the activities and she likes what is offered. We would highly recommend this small ...
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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.

Winnebago County nursing homes services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Winnebago County nursing homes communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Winnebago County, 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 Winnebago County 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 Winnebago County that offer these care services compared to the percentage of partners that offer them nationally.
Winnebago County, ILNational
Full medication management
Full medication management
54.3%
2.5%
Doctor on call
Doctor on call
28.3%
9.7%
24-Hour awake staff
24-Hour awake staff
88%
23.7%
Diabetic care
Diabetic care
89.7%
24%
*Visiting health care professionals
*Visiting health care professionals
65.8%
10%
Home care agency on-site
Home care agency on-site
22.8%
0.8%
Non-ambulatory care
Non-ambulatory care
88.6%
20.4%
Respite or short term stays
Respite or short term stays
56%
6.9%
Hospice available on-site
Hospice available on-site
60.9%
17.5%
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*Including nurse, dentist, OT, PT, speech or podiatrist

Availability of select dementia care services in Winnebago County 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 Winnebago County Nursing Homes partners offer the selected dementia care services compared to the percentage of partners nationally.
Winnebago County, ILNational
Dementia behaviors care
Dementia behaviors care
56%
4%
Specialized memory care training for staff
Specialized memory care training for staff
32.6%
0.3%
Secured community and/or wander guard
Secured community and/or wander guard
47.8%
5.5%
Memory care only community
Memory care only community
23.9%
1.2%
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Availability of select dietary accommodations in Winnebago County 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 Winnebago County partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
Winnebago County, ILNational
Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
23.4%
0.6%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
28.8%
1.4%
No sugar
No sugar
26.6%
1.4%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
28.8%
3.5%
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Availability of select dining options in Winnebago County 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 Winnebago County communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
Winnebago County, ILNational
Professional chef
Professional chef
20.1%
0.2%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
35.9%
0.5%
Room service
Room service
25.5%
0.3%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
14.1%
0.7%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Winnebago County 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 Winnebago County offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
Winnebago County, ILNational
Activity director
Activity director
41.3%
0.4%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
26.6%
0.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
23.4%
0.3%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
57.6%
6.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
46.7%
0.5%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
57.6%
6.6%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
37.5%
0.4%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
27.7%
0.3%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
27.7%
0.3%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
43.5%
0.4%
Live performances
Live performances
45.7%
0.4%
Dances
Dances
23.4%
0.2%
Fitness center
Fitness center
16.8%
0.3%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
42.4%
0.4%
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Frequently Asked Questions

Morning Star Village, TLC Living Community and Trustwell Living at Cherryvale Place are the top-rated nursing homes facilities near Winnebago County, Illinois. See full list of communities.
There are 184 nursing homes facilities near Winnebago County, Illinois. See the full list.
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