Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Lake Forest, Illinois
1 of 1 nursing homes in Lake Forest (100%) meet our strict criteria. The Illinois statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
5.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
50
across 1 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/1
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Lake Forest, Illinois, is adequate, with a total of one facility that is highly recommended at 100%. Families should consider Lake Forest Place, which has a solid B+ rating and five-star reviews, as there are no facilities in the caution or avoid tiers.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 LAKE FOREST PLACE (85) — Lake Forest Place stands out with its impressive CMS 5★ rating and a strong Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting high-quality care and resident satisfaction. As a non-profit organization, it prioritizes community focus, ensuring personalized and compassionate service in its cozy 50-bed environment.
Recommended
Lake Forest Place stands out with its impressive CMS 5★ rating and a strong Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting high-quality care and resident satisfaction. As a non-profit organization, it prioritizes community focus, ensuring personalized and compassionate service in its cozy 50-bed environment.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Lake Forest Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 5.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Questions Lake Forest 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?"
Lake Forest's city average is 5.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 1 Lake Forest facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Lake Forest avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest, IL are recommended?
1 of 1 nursing homes in Lake Forest (100%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Lake Forest "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 Lake Forest?
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.