Best Skilled Nursing in Sterling, Illinois

12 communities found

MyLivingChoice lists 12 skilled nursing communities in Sterling. Families rate them 4 out of 5 on average, across 500 public reviews. 1 has details confirmed by the operator.

12communities
4average rating, 10 rated
500family reviews read
1operator-verified

Castor Home Nursing Inc

Sterling, Illinois

4.9(287)

Medicare home health · 2.5★

Rock River Hospice & Home

Sterling, Illinois

5(34)

Home health

From $3,600/mo

Morningside of Sterling Senior Living

Sterling, Illinois

4.7(53)

Assisted LivingMemory CareRespite / Short-Term Care+1 more

Shepherd Premier Senior Living

Sterling, Illinois

5(6)

Assisted LivingIndependent LivingMemory Care+1 more

Cornerstone Special Care

Sterling, Illinois

4.6(18)

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Citadel of Sterling

Sterling, Illinois

4.4(49)

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Willows

Sterling, Illinois

Assisted LivingSkilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Stern Square

Sterling, Illinois

4(1)

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

La Bella of Sterling

Sterling, Illinois

3.9(28)

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

CGH Home Nursing

Sterling, Illinois

2.3(3)

Medicare home health · 2.5★

Casa Willis

Sterling, Illinois

2.5(4)

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Allure of Sterling

Sterling, Illinois

2.9(17)

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Best-rated skilled nursing 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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Castor Home Nursing Inc
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…
2
Rock River Hospice & Home
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,…
3
Morningside of Sterling Senior LivingVerified
4.7 (53 reviews)· Assisted Living, Memory Care, Respite / Short-Term Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Morningside of Sterling receives consistently high praise from families, with reviewers highlighting attentive, caring staff and a clean, welcoming environment. Multiple reviews describe successful transitions for…
4
Shepherd Premier Senior Living
5 (6 reviews)· Assisted Living, Independent Living, Memory Care, Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Families describe Shepherd Premier as a small, home-like assisted living and memory care community in Sterling, Illinois, where staff are frequently praised for compassionate, personalized attention. Reviewers…
5
Cornerstone Special Care
4.6 (18 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Cornerstone Special Care is a skilled nursing facility in Sterling, IL specializing in care for adults with severe and profound developmental disabilities. Reviewers consistently describe deeply personal, compassionate…
6
Citadel of Sterling
4.4 (49 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 121 units
Citadel of Sterling is a skilled nursing and short-term rehab facility that draws largely positive reviews for its caring staff, clean facility, and strong therapy outcomes, giving it a 4.4 rating from 49 reviewers.…
7
La Bella of Sterling
3.9 (28 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 70 units
Families of residents at La Bella of Sterling generally describe a warm, attentive staff that goes above and beyond for both short-term rehab and long-term care needs, with several noting strong communication and…
8
Allure of Sterling
2.9 (17 reviews)· Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care· 130 units
Reviews for Allure of Sterling are largely negative, with families describing problems with billing after a resident's death, unanswered phones, and lapses in basic dignity and care. One family did praise the nursing…

What families say about skilled nursing in Sterling

Counted across the review summaries of 12 Sterling communities: the share whose families mention each theme.

Praised most

Caring, attentive staff 75%
Medical and nursing care 33%
Activities and social life 25%
Communication with families 25%
Building and grounds 25%

Concerns raised

Communication with families 42%
Cost and billing 42%
Staff attitude 25%
Staffing levels and turnover 17%

“Citadel STERLING has gone above and beyond in their care with compassion for my loved one. The nurses, CNA.’s And the entire staff have been Exceptional.”
Jimmy, on Citadel of Sterling, Jul 2026

“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!”
Michael, on Castor Home Nursing Inc, Jun 2026

“The staff at Morningside is amazing. They treat residents like family. The building is beautiful and very clean. They keep the residents engaged with a variety of activities, entertainment, and outings..”
Brenda, on Morningside of Sterling Senior Living, Jan 2026

Skilled Nursing in Sterling: the figures

•3 nursing homes carry a Medicare star rating, averaging 2 out of 5: 0 rated four stars or better, 1 rated one star.
•Most common amenities: 24-hour staff (9), medication management (8), on-site nurse (rn) (8), emergency call system (8), wheelchair accessible (7), housekeeping (7).

Skilled Nursing 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

All of Illinois: Skilled Nursing in Illinois. Closer to home? Compare skilled nursing near you, sorted by distance.

About these figures

Computed on October 23, 2026 from the 12 communities listed in Sterling, 500 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.

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Skilled Nursing in Sterling: Common Questions

How many skilled nursing long term care communities are in Sterling, Illinois?

MyLivingChoice lists 12 skilled nursing long term care communities in Sterling, Illinois, each with photos, care details, and reviews from families.

Which skilled nursing long term care communities 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), Shepherd Premier Senior Living (5★, 6 ratings), Castor Home Nursing Inc (4.9★, 287 ratings).

What types of senior care are available in Sterling?

Beyond skilled nursing long term 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 skilled nursing long term care in Sterling?

Families rate Sterling skilled nursing long term care communities 4 out of 5 on average, across 500 public Google reviews of local communities.

What do families praise, and complain about, in Sterling skilled nursing long term care communities?

Across the review summaries of 12 Sterling communities, the most common praise is caring, attentive staff (mentioned for 75%), medical and nursing care (mentioned for 33%), activities and social life (mentioned for 25%). The most common concerns are communication with families (42%), cost and billing (42%), staff attitude (25%).

How do Sterling nursing homes score on Medicare's star ratings?

3 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Sterling carry an overall star rating, averaging 2 out of 5. 0 are rated four stars or better and 1 is rated one star. Each listing shows its rating and three years of inspection history from CMS Care Compare.