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Hillcrest Retirement Village

1740 North Circuit Drive, Round Lake Beach, IL 60073 · Lake County

4.0CMS overall rating(847) 546-5300Visit website ↗
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Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookFills quickly

Typically 92% full (128 of 140 beds occupied on an average day).

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Round Lake Beach

Hillcrest Retirement Village is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Round Lake Beach, IL, with 140 certified beds and an average of about 128 residents per day.

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, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 2.76 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.41 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 18%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 12 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $18,974 in the recent record.

Strengths

  • Strong health-inspection rating
  • Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
  • Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

  • Below-average nurse staffing (2.76 hrs/resident/day)
  • 12 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Round Lake Beach for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds
140
Avg. residents/day
128
Ownership
For profit - Partnership
Part of a chain
Independent
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
146130

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 careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$7,790–$10,410/mo (median $8,830)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Lake County 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
2.76
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.41
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
18%
National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

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

Health deficiencies (last survey)
12
Federal fines
1 ($18,974)
Total penalties
1
Last standard survey
2025-08-27
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
None

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (23 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-02-17Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

2026-01-14Severity D — potential for harmFrom 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.

2025-08-27Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

2025-08-27Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-08-27Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

2025-08-27Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

2025-08-27Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-08-27Severity 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.

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.

DateTypeAmount
2024-09-25Fine$18,974

Services & amenities

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Scheduled transportation
  • On-site salon / barber
  • Daily activities & events
  • Library

Location

1740 North Circuit Drive, Round Lake Beach, IL

  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Hillcrest Retirement Village

How much does Hillcrest Retirement Village cost?

Hillcrest Retirement Village does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Round Lake Beach, 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 Hillcrest Retirement Village's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at Hillcrest Retirement Village?

Staff provide about 2.76 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 18% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Hillcrest Retirement Village?

Hillcrest Retirement Village has 23 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-27). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Hillcrest Retirement Village have availability?

Typically 92% full (128 of 140 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Hillcrest Retirement Village offer?

Hillcrest Retirement Village in Round Lake Beach, IL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 140 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

  • Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Lake County.
  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
  • Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.

Your next steps — this week

  1. 1
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  2. 2
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  3. 3
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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogle

Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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