Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Dixon, Illinois
1 of 2 nursing homes in Dixon (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Illinois statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
124
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$47,563 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
49 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Dixon, Illinois, is limited, with only 2 facilities and just 1 recommended option. Families should be cautious as one facility has incurred total fines of $47,563, while the top-rated option, Heritage Square, holds a B rating and 5 stars.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 HERITAGE SQUARE (75) — Heritage Square stands out with an excellent CMS rating of 5★ and a solid Trust Score of 75/100. This non-profit facility emphasizes community-focused care, providing a supportive environment for its 27 residents, all while maintaining a Grade B and a record of zero fines.
The other 1 Dixon facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $47K.
Recommended
Heritage Square stands out with an excellent CMS rating of 5★ and a solid Trust Score of 75/100. This non-profit facility emphasizes community-focused care, providing a supportive environment for its 27 residents, all while maintaining a Grade B and a record of zero fines.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Dixon Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.96 | 0.82 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 13 | 17.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $47,563
Questions Dixon 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?"
Dixon's city average is 3.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 2 Dixon facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Dixon avg is 49 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Dixon facilities average 17.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Dixon at a Glance
Good News
- 1 facility meets our strict criteria — 50% of the market
- 1 facility with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 1 facility carries Grade F — nearly half the market
- $47K in total fines across 1 facility
- Worst facility has $47K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 40.0 (dragged down by 1 F-grade)
- 50% for-profit, 50% non-profit, 0% government
- 17.0 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Dixon, IL are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Dixon (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Dixon "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 Dixon?
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.