Best Home Care in Sterling, Illinois
7 agencies found
MyLivingChoice lists 7 home care agencies in Sterling. Families rate them 4.1 out of 5 on average, across 369 public reviews.
- 7agencies
- 4.1average rating, 5 rated
- 369family reviews read
Castor Home Nursing Inc
Sterling, Illinois
4.9(287)
Medicare home health · 2.5★
Rock River Hospice & Home
Sterling, Illinois
5(34)
Home health
Healthcare Plus Caregivers
Sterling, Illinois
4.8(38)
Home healthHome care · no referral needed
In Home Personal Services
Sterling, Illinois
5(2)
Home care · no referral needed
Genesis Healthcare Inc
Sterling, Illinois
Home health
Addus HomeCare
Sterling, Illinois
3.4(5)
Home care · no referral needed
CGH Home Nursing
Sterling, Illinois
2.3(3)
Medicare home health · 2.5★
Best-rated home care in Sterling
Ranked by family rating, weighted by how many families have reviewed each one. No community pays to appear here.
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4.9 (287 reviews)· Home Health, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Castor Home Nursing Inc provides home health, hospice, and skilled nursing/long-term care services in Sterling, Illinois, and holds a strong 4.9-star rating from 287 Google reviews. Reviewers consistently highlight…
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5 (34 reviews)· Home Health, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families consistently describe Rock River Hospice & Home as a calm, compassionate place for end-of-life care, praising the staff's attentiveness to both patients and their relatives. Reviewers highlight the peaceful,…
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4.8 (38 reviews)· At-Home Care, Home Health
Healthcare Plus Caregivers is an in-home health and hospice service covering the Chicago and Sterling, Illinois areas, earning a 4.8-star average from 38 Google reviews. Families highlight personal caregivers by name,…
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3.4 (5 reviews)· At-Home Care
Reviews of Addus HomeCare in Sterling are mixed, with praise for individual caregivers but repeated frustration over office communication and scheduling reliability. Families describe caregivers as caring and…
What families say about home care in Sterling
Counted across the review summaries of 7 Sterling communities: the share whose families mention each theme.
Praised most
- Caring, attentive staff 86%
- Communication with families 29%
- Medical and nursing care 29%
- Management 14%
- Value for money 14%
Concerns raised
- Cost and billing 71%
- Staff attitude 29%
- Communication with families 29%
- Management 14%
“The folks at Castor really saved my family during my father's post-op after having his prostate removed. And they did it with no notice -- I truly appreciate their efforts. They are warm, sincere, and very thoughtful. You won't find a better place for home health care!”
“I love that someone is always there to answer the phone anytime I call and they’re go good at finding a fill in when needed! Thank you!!!”
“Rock River Hospice & Home is a blessing to our community. Everyone is caring, supportive and kind. The Home is beautiful and so peaceful for our loved one's final days. Every staff member, not just nursing staff, is passionate and does everything they can to help you navigate the journey.”
Home Care in Sterling: the figures
- •Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (3), medication management (3), on-site nurse (rn) (2), emergency call system (2).
Home Care near Sterling
Cities within about 35 miles with senior living inventory, and how families rate it.
| City | Communities | RatingAverage rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinton, Iowa26.6 mi | 5 | 4.5 / 5 | 26.6 mi |
| Freeport33.6 mi | 17 | 4.2 / 5 | 33.6 mi |
| Geneseo33.8 mi | 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 33.8 mi |
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About these figures
Computed on October 24, 2026 from the 7 agencies listed in Sterling, 369 public family reviews on Google, Yelp and MyLivingChoice, state licensing records and, for nursing homes, CMS Care Compare. The best-rated list ranks communities by average family rating weighted by how many families have reviewed each one, so a 4.9 from three reviews does not outrank a 4.7 from two hundred. No community pays to appear in the best-rated list or in these figures; sponsored and partner listings in the directory results are marked as such. Figures refresh as listings and reviews change.
Reading on this
Guides from MyLivingChoice that families in Sterling ask about.
- Home Care in Illinois: Agencies, Medicare Home Health Ratings, and What It Costs
- How to Pay for Home Care: Medicare, Medicaid, VA Benefits, Insurance, and What Actually Works
- 20 Questions to Ask a Home Care Agency Before You Sign
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Home Care in Sterling: Common Questions
How many home care agencies are in Sterling, Illinois?
MyLivingChoice lists 7 home care agencies in Sterling, Illinois, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.
Which home care agencies in Sterling are rated highest?
Based on combined ratings across Google, Yelp, and MyLivingChoice reviews, top-rated options include Rock River Hospice & Home (5★, 34 ratings), Castor Home Nursing Inc (4.9★, 287 ratings), Healthcare Plus Caregivers (4.8★, 38 ratings).
What types of senior care are available in Sterling?
Beyond home care, Sterling has skilled nursing / long term care (12 communities), assisted living (6 communities), home health (5 communities), at-home care (3 communities), independent living (3 communities). Every option is listed with photos, reviews, and contact details.
How do families rate home care in Sterling?
Families rate Sterling home care agencies 4.1 out of 5 on average, across 369 public Google reviews of local communities.
What do families praise, and complain about, in Sterling home care agencies?
Across the review summaries of 7 Sterling agencies, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 86%), communication with families (mentioned for 29%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 29%). The most common concerns are cost and billing (71%), staff attitude (29%), communication with families (29%).