Category: Nursing homes

The cost of long-term nursing home care is lower in Illinois than it is nationwide, according to a survey released last week. In Illinois, the median annual cost for a semi-private nursing room home is approximately $71,000. That compares to an average of $89,000 nationally. For private room nursing home care, Illinoisans spend a median […]

Illinois is home to 73 “high-performing” nursing homes, according to a recently released annual report from U.S. News and World Report. The report analyzed 773 facilities in the state. Nearly 160 were considered high-performing in short-stay rehabilitation, but not considered high-performing overall. The same was found for 76 facilities recognized for continuing care services. “Several […]