RankingsUpdated August 2026

The 25 Best-Rated Nursing Homes in Chicago, IL (2026)

The top 25 of 77 CMS-certified nursing homes in Chicago, IL, ranked by health inspection scores, staffing levels, and penalty history — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

77Nursing Homes in Chicago
2.1/5
-0.4 vs state avgState avg: 2.50Chicago Avg Rating
$186K+$41K vs state avgState avg: $145KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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1No Penalties

Nursing HomeChicago, IL

Mercy Circle

Faith-based

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection5.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
23 BedsInspected Sep 2025

Above Illinois avg of 2.5

3659 West 99th StreetChicago, IL 60655

(773) 253-3600

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomeChicago, IL

Community First Medical Center

Sole proprietorship

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
66 BedsInspected Aug 2024

Above Illinois avg of 2.5

5645 West Addison StreetChicago, IL 60634

(773) 282-7000

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3No Penalties

Nursing HomeChicago, IL

Selfhelp Home Of Chicago

Corporation

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
72 BedsInspected Aug 2024

Above Illinois avg of 2.5

908 West Argyle StreetChicago, IL 60640

(773) 271-0300

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4No Penalties

Nursing HomeChicago, IL

Terraces At The Clare

Sole proprietorship

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
50 BedsInspected May 2025

Above Illinois avg of 2.5

55 East PearsonChicago, IL 60611

(312) 784-8100

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51 Penalty

Nursing HomeChicago, IL

Harmony Healthcare & Rehab Ctr

Corporation

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
180 BedsInspected Feb 2025

Above Illinois avg of 2.5

3919 West Foster AvenueChicago, IL 60625

(773) 588-9500

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61 Penalty

Nursing HomeChicago, IL

Lakefront Nursing & Rehab Ctr

LLC

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
99 BedsInspected May 2025

Above Illinois avg of 2.5

7618 North Sheridan RoadChicago, IL 60626

(773) 743-7711

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72 Penalties

Nursing HomeChicago, IL

Little Sisters Of The Poor

Corporation

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection3.0
  • Staffing5.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
76 BedsInspected May 2025

Above Illinois avg of 2.5

2325 North Lakewood AvenueChicago, IL 60614

(773) 935-9600

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City report

Care landscape in Chicago

How Chicago compares with the rest of Illinois on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+14.1%

    About 25% lower than the state average of 18.8%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover39.9%

    About 13% lower than the state average of 45.7%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability13.2%

    About the same as the state average of 13.3%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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FAQ

Questions families ask about this page

How many facilities were evaluated in Chicago, IL?

This page evaluates 77 eligible nursing homes in Chicago, IL and shows the top 25.

How are these rankings calculated?

Facilities are ranked by CMS overall rating first. Ties are broken by fewer penalties, then health inspection rating, then staffing rating.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use the rankings to narrow the field, then review facility profiles, confirm details directly with the provider, and get professional guidance for the care decision.

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