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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Pearl of Orchard Valley
2330 West Galena Boulevard, Aurora, IL 60506 · Kane County
Excellence in Short-Term Post-Hospital Rehabilitation + Long-Term Care
14
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 67% full — availability is generally good.
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 low federal rating — review the details closely
Pearl of Orchard Valley is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Aurora, IL, with 203 certified beds and an average of about 137 residents per day. It operates as part of the Pearl Healthcare network.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.20 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.76 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 58.6%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 23 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 6 federal fines totaling $542,423 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.20 hrs/resident/day)
- •23 deficiencies at last survey
- •$542,423 in federal fines
- •CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
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
- 203
- Avg. residents/day
- 137
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Pearl Healthcare
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 145473
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
- 3.20
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.76
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 58.6%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 23
- Federal fines
- 6 ($542,423)
- Total penalties
- 7
- Last standard survey
- 2025-03-21
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (63 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-17Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2026-03-17Severity 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.
2026-03-17Severity 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.
2025-11-21Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-09-18Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2025-09-18Severity 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.
2025-09-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
2025-06-04Severity 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-17 | Fine | $277,045 |
| 2025-11-21 | Fine | $40,740 |
| 2025-09-18 | Fine | $183,450 |
| 2025-03-21 | Payment denial | — |
| 2025-02-11 | Fine | $12,191 |
| 2024-06-02 | Fine | $15,360 |
| 2024-02-08 | Fine | $13,637 |
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
Location
2330 West Galena Boulevard, Aurora, 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Pearl of Orchard Valley
How much does Pearl of Orchard Valley cost?
Pearl of Orchard Valley 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 Pearl of Orchard Valley's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Pearl of Orchard Valley 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Pearl of Orchard Valley?
Staff provide about 3.20 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 58.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Pearl of Orchard Valley?
Pearl of Orchard Valley has 63 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-03-21). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Pearl of Orchard Valley have availability?
Typically 67% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Pearl of Orchard Valley offer?
Pearl of Orchard Valley in Aurora, IL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 203 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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