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Cornerstone Special Care

815 St Mary's St

4.6(18 ratings)· Sterling average: 4.7

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Quick Facts

Regulatory record
Deficiency-free survey from Illinois Department of Public Health
Quality recognition
2025 Bronze Commitment to Quality Award from AHCA/NCAL
Facility age
Operating for nearly fifty years
Building status
Recently moved into newly constructed, purpose-built home

What Families Think

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 care from named staff members who are treated as part of residents' extended families, and the facility has recently earned formal recognition for quality.

The Good

  • Reviewers repeatedly praise specific staff by name for compassion
  • Families describe staff as treating residents like family
  • 24-hour skilled nursing tailored to developmental disabilities
  • Recently moved into a newly built, purpose-designed home
  • Achieved a deficiency-free state health inspection
  • Received a 2025 quality award from AHCA/NCAL

The Bad

  • No published pricing information available
  • Very small number of online reviews (18) to judge from

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

About Cornerstone Special Care

Cornerstone Special Care in Sterling, Illinois provides skilled nursing care and specialized services for individuals with developmental disabilities, including severe and profound intellectual disabilities. For nearly fifty years, the facility has offered compassionate care through a dedicated team of caregivers.

The community offers a comprehensive range of services tailored to meet diverse individual needs. These include 24-hour skilled nursing care, sensory stimulation programs, and instruction in daily living skills. Services are designed to support the care and development of the whole person, enabling residents to experience improved quality of life and meaningful engagement.

Cornerstone recently transitioned to a newly constructed home that was purpose-built for individuals with developmental disabilities. This modern environment is designed to enhance safety, comfort, and opportunities for meaningful activities and engagement.

The facility has earned recognition for its commitment to quality care. Cornerstone Special Care received a 2025 Bronze Commitment to Quality Award from the American Health Care Association and National Center for Assisted Living (AHCA/NCAL), and achieved a deficiency-free survey following a comprehensive inspection by the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH). These recognitions reflect the community's dedication to maintaining high standards of professionalism and care.

Types of Care

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

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Reviews

4.6overall · 18 ratings combined

4.6★ on Google (18)

Van Houzenga

Jul 2019

via Google

The ECTC staff really does a wonderful job of caring for my girls. Bernadith Basallo is especially good with both of them, Carrie Cox has been exceptional with them for as long as the girls have lived there. There are many others, it's hard to name all the caretakers that touch our lives with their commitment and their love that means so much to us. Debbie Buse is an exceptional Q. Julie and Lisa are wonderful nurses. Our family is so grateful for all the love, care, and attention that the girls receive each and every day. Thanks to all of you!

Talarie W

Jul 2019

via Google

My mom, Sarah Wypasek, cares for the people at her job like they are her family. Sometimes she even cries for hours if she finds out that one of her residents pass away. She loves the people there as much as me and my little sister and would do anything for them. My mom can always make the most grumpy resident there have a smile on their face because she doesn't like seeing them mad. I honestly wish there were more people like my mom working at ECTC.

Geri Perkowski

Jul 2019

via Google

Sarah Wypasek is a DSP At Exceptional Care who truly loves her clients or her “babies” as she calls them. She is caring and compassionate. It is not a “job” to her. Her way of caring is totally about the client, as it should be. If only all people in healthcare could be like her!!

Ac G

Jul 2019

via Google

I just wanted to say that Exceptional care ROCKS! The staff and residents have an awesome relationship and the families who come to visit are always a pleasure! Not one person deserves to be nominated because THEY ARE A TEAM! Keep up the good work!!❤❤❤❤❤

John Tucker

Jul 2019

via Google

Our daughter is SO happy at ECTC. Her DSP and teacher, Mary Jane Licudine, goes above and beyond day in and day out. We are so very thankful for her work with Lanie! Kassandra Trickel has been a true blessing since joining Lanie's classroom as well! Thank you everyone at ECTC for making such a wonderful home for our girl!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Cornerstone Special Care offer?

Cornerstone Special Care offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Cornerstone Special Care located?

Cornerstone Special Care is located at 815 St Mary's St in Sterling, Illinois.

What do families say about Cornerstone Special 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 care from named staff members who are treated as part of residents' extended families, and the facility has recently earned formal recognition for quality.

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