Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Crystal Lake, Illinois
1 of 3 nursing homes in Crystal Lake (33%) meet our strict criteria. The Illinois statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.3
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
258
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$106,198 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
73 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Crystal Lake, Illinois, is limited, with only 3 facilities, and only 1 recommended. Families should be cautious, as 1 facility has significant fines totaling $95,816, while the top-rated option, Fair Oaks Health Care Center, has a solid 4-star rating.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 FAIR OAKS HEALTH CARE CENTER (70) — Fair Oaks Health Care Center shines with a solid 4★ CMS rating and a commendable B grade, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and no fines, this non-profit facility prioritizes community-focused services and maintains a warm, inviting environment for its 51 residents.
The other 2 Crystal Lake facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $106K.
Recommended
Fair Oaks Health Care Center shines with a solid 4★ CMS rating and a commendable B grade, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a Trust Score of 70/100 and no fines, this non-profit facility prioritizes community-focused services and maintains a warm, inviting environment for its 51 residents.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Also Worth Considering
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Crystal Lake Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 1.47 | 1.22 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 3.3 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 27 | 33.3 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 2?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $106,198
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Crystal Lake 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?"
Crystal Lake's city average is 3.3 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 3 Crystal Lake facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Crystal Lake avg is 73 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Crystal Lake facilities average 33.3 deficiencies per inspection
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Crystal Lake at a Glance
Good News
- 1 facility meets our strict criteria — 33% of the market
- 1 facility with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 1 facility carries Grade F — a significant share
- $106K in total fines across 2 facilities
- Worst facility has $95K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 49.3 (dragged down by 1 F-grade)
- 67% for-profit, 33% non-profit, 0% government
- 33.3 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Crystal Lake, IL are recommended?
1 of 3 nursing homes in Crystal Lake (33%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Crystal Lake "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 Crystal Lake?
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.