Nursing Homes in Round Lake Beach, Illinois
Round Lake Beach has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 140 beds. The city average CMS rating is 4.0 stars, which is above Illinois's state average of 2.5 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Worth Considering
0
Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
+1.48 vs state
Total Beds
140
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
21 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
0
exceed staffing threshold
0% of facility
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in Round Lake Beach
Hillcrest Retirement Village
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About Nursing Home Care in Round Lake Beach
ROUND LAKE BEACH, IL, presents a mixed bag for families seeking nursing home care. The standout is Round Lake Beach Care Center, but it's important to note that the options are limited, and none of the facilities fully meet the standards families should be looking for. While the city boasts an average rating above the state average at 4.0 stars, the overall market is concerning due to the lack of high-quality choices.
When considering your options, visiting Round Lake Beach Care Center is a must. Its strength lies in a clean record with zero fines over three years, which can provide some peace of mind. However, families should also explore nearby cities like Grayslake and Mundelein for potentially better facilities, as they may offer a wider variety of care options that are more thoroughly vetted.
While there are no facilities with major red flags in Round Lake Beach, it’s still wise to approach with caution. Families should skip any place with a reputation for neglect or long wait times, even if not formally recorded. When visiting any facility, make sure to ask direct questions about staff turnover and care protocols to get a clearer picture of the environment your loved one would be in.
Round Lake Beach at a Glance
Good News
- • Round Lake Beach rates better than most Illinois cities
Be Aware
- • 1 facility with critical staffing shortages
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Round Lake Beach is stable
Questions Round Lake Beach 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; Round Lake Beach avg is 0.35 hrs (21 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
0 of 1 Round Lake Beach facilities have 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 Round Lake Beach, Illinois
Round Lake Beach, Illinois's Lake County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 140 beds. Families have good options, with many facilities exceeding state averages.
Round Lake Beach vs. Illinois: Above Average Quality
Round Lake Beach nursing homes outperform the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 4.00 stars exceeds Illinois's statewide average of 2.52 stars by 1.5 stars—a meaningful difference that suggests stronger local standards.
0 of 1 facilities earn a B grade or better, giving families good options. While quality is generally high, the overall picture is positive for Round Lake Beach 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 Round Lake Beach, 0 facilities score 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 Round Lake Beach
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.
Round Lake Beach facilities average 0.35 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Round Lake Beach resident receives approximately 21 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
0 Round Lake Beach 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
Round Lake Beach has no non-profit nursing homes—all 1 facility with reported ownership data are for-profit operations. 0 of 1 facilities are 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 Round Lake Beach 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 Round Lake Beach 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 Round Lake Beach, Illinois?
Round Lake Beach has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 140 beds. The city average CMS rating is 4.0 stars, which is above Illinois's state average of 2.5 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Round Lake Beach?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Round Lake Beach include:
- • Hillcrest Retirement Village — Grade C, 50/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Round Lake Beach nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Round Lake Beach 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 Round Lake Beach Nursing Homes
Round Lake Beach offers above-average nursing home options compared to the rest of the state. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.