Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Belvidere, Illinois
1 of 3 nursing homes in Belvidere (33%) meet our strict criteria. The Illinois statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
2.3
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
279
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
2 Grade F
$218,292 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Belvidere, Illinois, is adequate but concerning, with 2 out of 3 facilities in the avoid tier due to a total of $218,292 in fines. Families should prioritize Park Place of Belvidere, the only recommended facility, which has a B+ rating and 4 stars.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 PARK PLACE OF BELVIDERE (80) — Park Place of Belvidere shines with a solid Trust Score of 80/100 and a commendable CMS rating of 4★. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this facility provides a reliable environment for residents, ensuring quality care in a well-managed setting.
The other 2 Belvidere facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $218K.
Recommended
Park Place of Belvidere shines with a solid Trust Score of 80/100 and a commendable CMS rating of 4★. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this facility provides a reliable environment for residents, ensuring quality care in a well-managed setting.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Belvidere Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 2.3 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 2?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 2 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $218,292
Questions Belvidere Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Belvidere's city average is 2.3 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 3 Belvidere facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Belvidere avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Belvidere facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Belvidere, IL are recommended?
1 of 3 nursing homes in Belvidere (33%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Belvidere "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Belvidere?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.