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Central Nursing Home

2450 North Central Avenue

3.4(71 ratings)· Chicago average: 3.9

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Quick Facts

Medicare rating
1 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Corporation
Certified beds
245
Veteran care
VA-contracted for 24/7 nursing and medical care
Location perk
Near major hospitals and public transportation
Management change
Recently under new management, per reviewers

What Families Think

Reviews of Central Nursing Home are sharply mixed: several recent reviewers praise a caring staff and a facility under new management that is actively improving, while one detailed account describes serious lapses in care, safety, and cleanliness. Families should weigh both the encouraging recent momentum and the severity of the negative report before deciding.

The Good

  • Staff frequently described as kind, respectful
  • New management seen as actively improving facility
  • Named nurse and CNA praised by multiple reviewers
  • Rehabilitation services aimed at returning residents home
  • Sense of community noted among residents and staff

The Bad

  • One detailed report of medication errors and understaffing
  • One report of roaches and outdated equipment
  • One report of inconsistent meals and insufficient supplies
  • No published pricing information available

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Central Nursing Home is a senior living community in Chicago, Illinois offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 3.4 out of 5 across 66 reviews.

About Central Nursing Home

Central Nursing Home provides skilled residential nursing care, post-hospital care, and rehabilitation services in a comfortable living environment. The community emphasizes personal attention alongside a wide range of on-site medical services.

The facility is contracted with the Veterans Administration to provide 24/7 nursing and medical care, and prospective residents can inquire about eligibility for this program.

Rehabilitation services include up-to-date therapies and techniques designed to speed recovery, with a team of experts providing individualized care aimed at improving strength and mobility so residents can return home as soon as possible.

Central Nursing Home is located in the Belmont Cragin neighborhood of Chicago, close to some of the area's leading hospitals and physicians, and is conveniently situated next to public transportation.

Types of Care at Central Nursing Home

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • 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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Reviews of Central Nursing Home

3.4overall · 71 ratings combined

3.4★ on Google (66) · 4★ on Yelp (5) · Yelp page ↗

antoine patillo

Feb 2026

via Google

I am a u s army veteran and my treatment here is great by some like the head nurse mid and the cna shea they go out of there way to help the patients and there are others,but some employee,s could learn from them.

Michael Strykowski

Jan 2026

via Google

I have to say everything is great here, people with genuine good hearts. The food is delicious. Mid knows how to have a good time, Angelika the scheduler always is nice to me. Just to name a few.

John Noppen

Aug 2025

via Google

What stood out the most was the sense of community. From housekeeping to administration, everyone treated me with respect and kindness. I also witnessed many residents engaging happily in activities, which speaks volumes about how they're treated. I’m grateful for the care I received at Central. It’s clear the staff here are passionate about what they do, and I would absolutely recommend this facility to anyone in need of rehabilitation or long-term care for a loved one.

Nellie Rosa

Aug 2025

via Google

Central nursing home is the worse place you could ever be. I was there for short term rehab due to a spine injury and during a physical therapy session i was dropped on the floor after I begged them not to make me try to stand. Sometimes we'd get 1 hard boiled egg for breakfast and other times we'd get nothing. They double dose patients to shut them up and are careless when administering meds. They gave me heart and seizure meds that belonged to someone else, thank God I looked at what the pills were before I took them. They don't have enough linens, towel , pillows etc. No wipes no diapers the place has furniture and equipment from the 80s and had roaches everywhere i have the pictures to show. They tried to force me to stay against my will lying to me telling me I had an infection, then they said it wasn't safe for me to go home. It was a nightmare. I have so many horror stories about that place and all the people who've had bad experiences there should get together and start a class action law suit against them. Don't take your family members there ever.

damone wilson

Jul 2025

via Google

It's clear the new management is not just "tweaking" things. They're rebuilding the foundation with a focus on compassion, professionalism, and long-term quality. While there's always room for continued improvement, we feel more confident and relieved knowing our loved one is on a place that's actively evolving for the better. Highly recommended if you're looking for a facility that's genuinely on the upswing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Central Nursing Home offer?

Central Nursing Home offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Central Nursing Home located?

Central Nursing Home is located at 2450 North Central Avenue in Chicago, Illinois.

What do families say about Central Nursing Home?

Reviews of Central Nursing Home are sharply mixed: several recent reviewers praise a caring staff and a facility under new management that is actively improving, while one detailed account describes serious lapses in care, safety, and cleanliness. Families should weigh both the encouraging recent momentum and the severity of the negative report before deciding.

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