Nursing Homes in Mount Carroll, Illinois
Mount Carroll has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 72 beds. The city average CMS rating is 5.0 stars, which is above Illinois's state average of 2.5 stars. 1 facility earns a B grade or better and is recommended for family consideration.
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Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
+2.48 vs state
Total Beds
72
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
29 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
0
exceed staffing threshold
0% of facility
Zero Fines
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About Nursing Home Care in Mount Carroll
When it comes to nursing home care in Mount Carroll, IL, the options are limited but generally safe. The standout is Big Meadows Nursing Home, which has managed to maintain a clean record with zero fines in three years. However, with only one facility in town, families may find themselves with limited choices in this market. While the facility does not have any major red flags, the overall lack of options may require families to consider nearby cities for better alternatives.
If you're looking to explore care options, Big Meadows Nursing Home is the only facility available and worth a visit. Its clean record is a significant strength, but keep in mind that it is a for-profit establishment with staffing concerns. Unfortunately, there are no other facilities in Mount Carroll to recommend, so you should also look into neighboring areas like Savanna or Freeport, which may have more varied options, including some non-profits.
While there are no facilities to outright avoid in Mount Carroll, the absence of competition means that you should be vigilant. Since Big Meadows Nursing Home does not have any major issues, it’s safe for now, but always visit and assess the environment personally. A practical tip: when you visit, ask about staff turnover rates and resident-to-staff ratios to get a clearer picture of the care quality.
Mount Carroll at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 facility with clean records—no fines in 3 years
- • Mount Carroll rates better than most Illinois cities
- • 1 facility earned 5-star CMS rating
Be Aware
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Mount Carroll is stable
Questions Mount Carroll Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Mount Carroll avg is 0.49 hrs (29 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
1 of 1 Mount Carroll facility has zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—0 local facilities have serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Mount Carroll, Illinois
Mount Carroll, Illinois's Carroll County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 72 beds. Families have good options, with many facilities exceeding state averages.
Mount Carroll vs. Illinois: Above Average Quality
Mount Carroll nursing homes outperform the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 5.00 stars exceeds Illinois's statewide average of 2.52 stars by 2.5 stars—a meaningful difference that suggests stronger local standards.
1 of 1 facility earns a B grade or better, giving families good options. While quality is generally high, the overall picture is positive for Mount Carroll families.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Mount Carroll, 1 facility scores a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: A Significant Concern in Mount Carroll
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Mount Carroll facilities average 0.49 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Mount Carroll resident receives approximately 29 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
0 Mount Carroll facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: An All For-Profit Market
Mount Carroll has no non-profit nursing homes—all 1 facility with reported ownership data are for-profit operations. 1 of 1 facility is chain-owned, meaning these facilities are part of larger corporate systems rather than independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average. The absence of non-profit options in Mount Carroll may be worth noting. Families seeking non-profit care should consider facilities in surrounding areas.
Ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Several for-profit facilities in Mount Carroll perform well. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports rather than ownership type alone.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Families may also want to consider nearby Illinois cities for additional options. The following Illinois cities offer multiple nursing home options:
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Mount Carroll, Illinois?
Mount Carroll has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 72 beds. The city average CMS rating is 5.0 stars, which is above Illinois's state average of 2.5 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Mount Carroll?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Mount Carroll include:
- • Allure Of Mt Carroll — Grade B+, 85/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Mount Carroll nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Mount Carroll as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Mount Carroll Nursing Homes
Mount Carroll offers above-average nursing home options compared to the rest of the state. Focus your search on the 1 facility graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.