Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Dekalb, Illinois
1 of 4 nursing homes in Dekalb (25%) meet our strict criteria. The Illinois statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 3 avoid · data
City Average
2.8
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
416
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
3
2 Grade F
$713,537 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/4
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Dekalb, Illinois, is adequate but has notable concerns, with only 1 of 4 facilities recommended. Families should be aware that three facilities face a combined total of $713,537 in fines, highlighting the importance of careful selection.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 OAK CREST (80) — With a strong Trust Score of 80/100 and a commendable CMS rating of 4 stars, Oak Crest excels in providing quality care in a non-profit setting. Their B+ grade reflects a commitment to community-focused services, ensuring personalized attention in their cozy 17-bed facility, all while maintaining a spotless record with zero fines.
The other 3 Dekalb facilities didn't qualify — 3 carry Grade D or F ratings and 3 have fines totaling $713K.
Recommended
With a strong Trust Score of 80/100 and a commendable CMS rating of 4 stars, Oak Crest excels in providing quality care in a non-profit setting. Their B+ grade reflects a commitment to community-focused services, ensuring personalized attention in their cozy 17-bed facility, all while maintaining a spotless record with zero fines.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Dekalb Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 2.8 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 3?
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
- 3 Have fines totaling $713,537
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
Questions Dekalb 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?"
Dekalb's city average is 2.8 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
3 of 4 Dekalb facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Dekalb avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Dekalb 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 Dekalb, IL are recommended?
1 of 4 nursing homes in Dekalb (25%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Dekalb "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 Dekalb?
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.