Peggy Asta
Jul 2026
The director of activities Michelle Wallace likes to yell at the residents. She also a bully she not nice to her workers .
1 / 5Quick Facts
- Total units
- 57
- Medicare rating
- 4 of 5
- Ownership
- For profit, Limited Liability company
- Certified beds
- 57
- Inspections
- View history (62 citations)
- Medicare rating
- Rated 3 stars overall on Medicare.gov
- Room setup
- Some rooms shared by three residents with curtain dividers
- Outdoor access
- Outdoor facility doors reported locked at all times
CMS Care Compare
What Families Think
Reviews for Aliya of Evanston are sharply mixed: one family praised the administrator and staff warmth, while several others describe serious concerns about hands-on care, cleanliness, and being able to leave when they wanted. A recent visitor also noted cluttered hallways, stained walls, and worn bedding on one unit, alongside staff who responded quickly when asked to clean.
The Good
- Staff praised for treating residents and coworkers well
- Quick response from housekeeping when asked to clean
- Administrator singled out for strong leadership
The Bad
- One report of a resident found with facial marks after staff contact
- One report of prolonged neglect leading to hospitalization
- Observed clutter, stains, and worn bedding on a unit
- One account of being kept in shared room and denied requested discharge
AI-generated from reviews and community data.
Aliya of Evanston is a senior living community in Evanston, Illinois offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 3.8 out of 5 across 48 reviews.
About Aliya of Evanston
Aliya of Evanston is a skilled nursing and long-term care facility in Evanston, Illinois, with a licensed capacity of 57 residents.
Family experiences at this facility are sharply divided. Positive reviewers consistently praise staff warmth and attentiveness, describing nurses and aides as compassionate, patient, and genuinely focused on residents' dignity and well-being. Several families noted that staff communicated regularly and went extra measures to support residents. However, negative reviews raise serious concerns about operational consistency. Multiple visitors documented physical hygiene issues, including soiled bedding, wall stains, and pest activity, along with reports of understaffing (including periods without nursing coverage), cold meals served late in styrofoam containers, and privacy failures such as non-closing curtains and staff discussing medical information without discretion. One family wrote, the facility is "consistently understaffed or unstaffed at times." Some negative reviewers questioned the authenticity of five-star ratings.
The community holds a 3.8 out of 5 Google rating based on 48 reviews, a summary that masks the polarized nature of feedback. Prospective families should investigate specific operational and housekeeping practices directly, as accounts vary substantially on cleanliness, staffing levels, and care consistency.
Types of Care at Aliya of Evanston
Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care
Amenities
Room Amenities
- Emergency Call System
- Private Bathroom
- Private Rooms
- Wheelchair Accessible
Meals & Dining
- Dietary Accommodations (Gluten-Free, Low / No Sodium, No Sugar, Vegan)
- Restaurant style Dining Room
Community Amenities
- 24-Hour Staff
- Gathering / Activity Spaces
- Housekeeping
- Medication Management
- On-Site Nurse (RN)
Activities
- Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)
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Help Me ChooseReviews of Aliya of Evanston
3.8overall · 48 ratings combined
3.8★ on Google (48)
Demetrius Craft
Jul 2026
The staff here is kind, caring, and attentive. I love that they kept me in the loop, and always went the extra mile! The place was clean, well-run, and felt like a real community. 10 out of 10 highly recommend.
Ashley
Jul 2026
My mother was a resident here for 6 months, and I couldn't be happier with the care she received. The staff were consistently warm, attentive, and treated her with REAL dignity. They always took the time to sit and talk with her, while keeping us updated weekly. The facility itself was clean and well-maintained, and the activities programs kept residents engaged and social. Communication with our family was clear and timely, especially when it mattered the most. I'd recommend them without hesitation to anyone looking for a place that truly cares for its residents!
Brady Brown
Jul 2026
I had a really great experience with this facility. The staff are kind, attentive, and genuinely care about the residents’ well-being. From the moment you walk in, you can feel that they make comfort, safety, and respect a priority. The nurses and aides are patient, compassionate, and always willing to go the extra mile to make sure residents are cared for properly. I also want to give a shoutout to the admissions director, Sidney Kelly, she has definitely made me & my family’s experience the best. Even when I have to call late at night she still answers, and that’s a real team player who advocates for her residents & staff!
Zuri Nicosia-Stone
Jul 2026
My aunt has been here for a while now and in her stay we have never had any issues. Staff is friendly & attentive and she says she is very comfortable here. I would recommend.
Government Inspection History
13 inspection visits in the last three years, 62 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Feb 25, 2026Health Complaint2 citations
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 G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 26, 2026
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 26, 2026
Jan 2, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 3, 2026
Nov 20, 2025Health Standard3 citations
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Nov 21, 2025
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 21, 2025
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Nov 21, 2025
May 7, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected May 8, 2025
Apr 2, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 3, 2025
Mar 29, 2025Health Complaint3 citations
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 30, 2025
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Apr 3, 2025
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 30, 2025
Feb 13, 2025Health Complaint1 citation
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Feb 14, 2025
Jan 24, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard16 citations
Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 27, 2025
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, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 27, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 27, 2025
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 27, 2025
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 27, 2025
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 27, 2025
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 27, 2025
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 27, 2025
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 27, 2025
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jan 27, 2025
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 18, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 27, 2025
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 27, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jan 27, 2025
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 27, 2025
Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jan 27, 2025
Nov 9, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 10, 2024
Feb 16, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard21 citations
Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 23, 2024
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 23, 2024
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Mar 11, 2024
Use approved construction type or materials.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 23, 2024
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFire Safety Evaluation Survey
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 23, 2024
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 23, 2024
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 23, 2024
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 23, 2024
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 23, 2024
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 23, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 17, 2024
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, compartments for controlled drugs.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Feb 17, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 17, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 17, 2024
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 17, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 17, 2024
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Feb 17, 2024
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 17, 2024
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 23, 2024
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 23, 2024
Jan 9, 2024Health Complaint1 citation
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity J of L: immediate jeopardy, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Jan 10, 2024
Nov 17, 2023Health Complaint1 citation
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Nov 19, 2023
Nov 23, 2022Fire Safety Standard10 citations
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 20, 2022
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 20, 2022
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Feb 8, 2023
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 28, 2022
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternFire Safety Evaluation Survey
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 20, 2022
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 20, 2022
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Dec 20, 2022
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Dec 20, 2022
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Dec 20, 2022
Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of care does Aliya of Evanston offer?
Aliya of Evanston offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.
Where is Aliya of Evanston located?
Aliya of Evanston is located at 1300 Oak Avenue in Evanston, Illinois.
What do families say about Aliya of Evanston?
Reviews for Aliya of Evanston are sharply mixed: one family praised the administrator and staff warmth, while several others describe serious concerns about hands-on care, cleanliness, and being able to leave when they wanted. A recent visitor also noted cluttered hallways, stained walls, and worn bedding on one unit, alongside staff who responded quickly when asked to clean.
How did Aliya of Evanston do on recent health and safety inspections?
Aliya of Evanston had 13 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 62 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.
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