Highland Oaks
Scout 100Elgin, IL · 24 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Elgin's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $7,790–$10,410/mo
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Alden of Waterford
2021 Randi Drive, Aurora, IL 60505 · Kane County
Alden of Waterford in Aurora, IL offers expert transitional care, and short-term rehabilitation to help you recover safely from hospital to home.
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 81% full — openings are usually available.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Aurora
Alden of Waterford is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Aurora, IL, with 99 certified beds and an average of about 80 residents per day. It operates as part of the The Alden Network network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.51 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.32 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 13 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $106,499 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.51 hrs/resident/day)
- •13 deficiencies at last survey
- •$106,499 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Aurora options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 99
- Avg. residents/day
- 80
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- The Alden Network
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 146008
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
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| 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
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.51
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.32
- 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)
- 13
- Federal fines
- 1 ($106,499)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-03-27
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (30 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-01-26Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2026-01-26Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
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.
2026-01-12Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…
2025-11-16Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
2025-09-04Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2025-05-30Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
2025-05-30Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-03-27Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-04-04 | Fine | $106,499 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
Location
2021 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Alden of Waterford
How much does Alden of Waterford cost?
Alden 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 of Waterford's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Alden of Waterford 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Alden of Waterford?
Staff provide about 3.51 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 of Waterford?
Alden of Waterford has 30 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-03-27). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Alden of Waterford have availability?
Typically 81% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Alden of Waterford offer?
Alden of Waterford in Aurora, IL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 99 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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