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Highland Oaks

2750 West Highland Avenue, Elgin, IL 601238477414543WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.9on Google(20 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
24
certified

How Highland Oaks Compares in Illinois

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Illinois. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
5/5
IL average
2.6/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
5/5
IL average
2.7/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
5/5
IL average
2.1/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
5.25 hrs/day
IL average
3.44 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
1.08 hrs/day
IL average
0.71 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
27.5%
IL average
44.4%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the Illinois average of 2.6/5.
Its 5/5 health inspection rating is above the Illinois average of 2.7/5.
Reported nursing time is 5.25 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.44.
Reported RN time is 1.08 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.71.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
4
deficiency citations
Inspected Jul 27, 2023
Most recent cycle
2
deficiency citations
Inspected Aug 29, 2024
The most recent cycle recorded 2 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$6,844/mo
Illinois median
Private Room
$8,122/mo
Illinois median
Kane County 65+
75,215
14.5% of county
County Population
517,254
Kane County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Highland Oaks is a 5-star Medicaid certified nursing home in Elgin, Illinois with 24 certified beds. It has been operating since 1986. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
24
Avg Residents/Day
21.7
Ownership
Non profit - Church related
Provider Type
Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Apr 29, 1986
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Kane
Last Inspection
Aug 29, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2
Weighted Score
19.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (6)

F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Aug 29, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Aug 29, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0602Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

Survey: Aug 14, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Aug 14, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0688Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

Survey: Jul 27, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0887Potential for Harm

Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

Survey: Jul 27, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide3.65 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.52 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.08 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing5.25 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total4.68 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.00 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
27.5%
RN Turnover
37.5%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Non profit - Church related
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (1)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
Ownership Data Not AvailableN/AN/A

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Highland Oaks and nearby alternatives.

All Illinois facilities
Highland Oaks
Elgin, ILCurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Pearl of Elgin, the
Elgin, IL3,168 ft
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
The Pearl of Fox River Valley
Elgin, IL1.7 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $142,448
River View Rehab Center
Elgin, IL1.9 miAbuse flag
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $452,802
Avondale Estates of Elgin
Elgin, IL2.0 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Aperion Care Elgin
Elgin, IL2.0 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $56,661
Crescent Care of Elgin
Elgin, IL3.5 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $44,709
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Highland Oaks
Elgin, IL · Current facility
—5/55/55/5None recorded
Pearl of Elgin, the
Elgin, IL
3,168 ft4/53/52/5None recorded
The Pearl of Fox River Valley
Elgin, IL
1.7 mi3/53/53/5$142,448
River View Rehab Center
Elgin, IL
1.9 mi2/52/52/5$452,802
Avondale Estates of Elgin
Elgin, IL
2.0 mi5/55/55/5None recorded
Aperion Care Elgin
Elgin, IL
2.0 mi3/53/51/5$56,661
Crescent Care of Elgin
Elgin, IL
3.5 mi4/54/52/5$44,709

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Highland Oaks?▾
Highland Oaks has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 5/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Highland Oaks cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Illinois is $6,844/month for a semi-private room and $8,122/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Highland Oaks participates in Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Highland Oaks had any health inspection violations?▾
Highland Oaks had 2 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Aug 29, 2024). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Highland Oaks?▾
Highland Oaks provides 5.25 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.08 RN hours, 0.52 LPN hours, and 3.65 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 27.5%.
How many beds does Highland Oaks have?▾
Highland Oaks has 24 certified beds with an average of 21.7 residents per day, resulting in approximately 90% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Church related owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Highland Oaks?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Illinois, including 6 in Elgin. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Highland Oaks?▾
On Google Maps, Highland Oaks has a rating of 4.9 out of 5 based on 20 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.