Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Park Ridge, Illinois
1 of 3 nursing homes in Park Ridge (33%) meet our strict criteria. The Illinois statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
3.3
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
496
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
2 Grade F
$330,954 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 Park Ridge, Illinois, is adequate but has room for improvement, with only 33% of facilities recommended. Families should be aware that two of the three facilities have incurred a total of $330,954 in fines, indicating potential concerns with care quality.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 PARK RIDGE HEALTHCARE CENTER (95) — Park Ridge Healthcare Center stands out with its impressive 5-star CMS rating and an outstanding Trust Score of 95/100. The facility, with a grade of A+, demonstrates a commitment to quality care with no fines, making it a top choice for families seeking a reliable nursing home.
The other 2 Park Ridge facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $330K.
Recommended
Park Ridge Healthcare Center stands out with its impressive 5-star CMS rating and an outstanding Trust Score of 95/100. The facility, with a grade of A+, demonstrates a commitment to quality care with no fines, making it a top choice for families seeking a reliable nursing home.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Park Ridge Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.3 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 $330,954
Questions Park Ridge 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?"
Park Ridge's city average is 3.3 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 3 Park Ridge facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Park Ridge avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Park Ridge 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 Park Ridge, IL are recommended?
1 of 3 nursing homes in Park Ridge (33%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Park Ridge "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 Park Ridge?
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.