Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Ottawa, Illinois
1 of 3 nursing homes in Ottawa (33%) meet our strict criteria. The Illinois statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
304
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$131,890 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 Ottawa, Illinois, is adequate with three facilities, but only one is recommended, indicating limited options for families. Notably, the top-rated facility, Pavilion of Ottawa, holds a B+ rating, while one facility has incurred significant fines totaling $103,907.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 PAVILION OF OTTAWA (83) — The Pavilion of Ottawa shines with an excellent CMS 5-star rating and a solid Trust Score of 83/100, showcasing its commitment to high-quality care. With a B+ grade and no fines, this for-profit facility prioritizes resident well-being with 135 beds to accommodate various needs.
The other 2 Ottawa facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $131K.
Recommended
The Pavilion of Ottawa shines with an excellent CMS 5-star rating and a solid Trust Score of 83/100, showcasing its commitment to high-quality care. With a B+ grade and no fines, this for-profit facility prioritizes resident well-being with 135 beds to accommodate various needs.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Emergency Fallback
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Ottawa Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.0 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
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $131,890
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Ottawa 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?"
Ottawa's city average is 4.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 3 Ottawa facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Ottawa avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Ottawa facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
Explore Nearby Cities
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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 Ottawa, IL are recommended?
1 of 3 nursing homes in Ottawa (33%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Ottawa "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 Ottawa?
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.