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Alden Courts of Waterford

1991 Randi Drive, Aurora, IL 60504 · Kane County

Alden provide a holistic approach to quality care and services, providing innovative memory care with assisted living and the convenience of specialized, skilled short-term rehabilitation and Medicare-covered services for individuals with memory care needs.

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Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 93% full (56 of 60 beds occupied on an average day).

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Aurora

Alden Courts of Waterford is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Aurora, IL, with 60 certified beds and an average of about 56 residents per day. It operates as part of the The Alden Network network.

Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.84 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.19 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $21,645 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average nurse staffing (3.84 hrs/resident/day)

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Aurora for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 60
Avg. residents/day: 56
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: The Alden Network
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 146182

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$7,790–$10,410/mo (median $8,830)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Elgin prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.84; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 1.19; National avg ≈ 0.75

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 7
Federal fines: 1 ($21,645)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2025-08-28
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (21 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-03-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2026-03-09Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2025-08-28Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-08-28Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

2025-08-28Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2025-08-28Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

2025-08-28Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

2025-01-30Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2026-03-09	Fine	$21,645

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Wellness programs

Location

1991 Randi Drive, Aurora, IL

Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Alden Courts of Waterford

How much does Alden Courts of Waterford cost?

Alden Courts of Waterford does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Aurora, IL area typically runs $7,790–$10,410 per month (median $8,830, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Alden Courts of Waterford's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Alden Courts of Waterford 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Alden Courts of Waterford?

Staff provide about 3.84 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Alden Courts of Waterford?

Alden Courts of Waterford has 21 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-28). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Alden Courts of Waterford have availability?

Typically 93% full (56 of 60 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Alden Courts of Waterford offer?

Alden Courts of Waterford in Aurora, IL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 60 beds.

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