Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Rockford, Illinois
1 of 12 nursing homes in Rockford (8%) meet our strict criteria. The Illinois statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 4 caution · 7 avoid · data
City Average
2.6
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
1,776
across 12 facilities
High Risk Facilities
7
6 Grade F
$933,008 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/12
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Rockford, Illinois, is adequate but concerning, with 7 out of 12 facilities in the avoid tier due to a total of $799,874 in fines. Families should prioritize the top-rated MERCYHEALTH JAVON BEA HOSPITAL - SNF while being cautious of facilities with a history of fines.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 MERCYHEALTH JAVON BEA HOSPITAL -SNF (90) — Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and a remarkable Trust Score of 90/100. As a non-profit organization, Mercyhealth Javon Bea Hospital - SNF focuses on community needs, ensuring compassionate and quality care for all residents.
The other 11 Rockford facilities didn't qualify — 7 carry Grade D or F ratings and 9 have fines totaling $933K.
Recommended
Top-rated 5★ facility with an A grade and a remarkable Trust Score of 90/100. As a non-profit organization, Mercyhealth Javon Bea Hospital - SNF focuses on community needs, ensuring compassionate and quality care for all residents.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Rockford Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.6 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 11?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 6 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 9 Have fines totaling $933,008
- Low-scoring facilities
- 5 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 4 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Rockford 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?"
Rockford's city average is 2.6 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
9 of 12 Rockford facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Rockford avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Rockford 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 Rockford, IL are recommended?
1 of 12 nursing homes in Rockford (8%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Rockford "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 Rockford?
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.