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Dobson Plaza Nursing Home

120 Dodge Avenue

4.6(12 ratings)· Evanston average: 4.1

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Quick Facts

Total units
97
Medicare rating
5 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Limited Liability company
Certified beds
97
Inspections
View history (10 citations)
Ownership
Family owned and operated facility
Location
Located near Northshore-area hospitals
Room setup
Shared rooms possible depending on floor
Reputation
98% of families would refer others

What Families Think

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Reviewers describe Dobson Plaza as a family-owned, short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility near Evanston hospitals, with several families praising attentive nursing and administrative staff across multiple floors of care. One reviewer reported very negative experiences with staff, contrasting with several detailed positive accounts of long-term residents receiving compassionate care.

What reviewers praise

  • Family owned with involved owner
  • Staff praised as warm and attentive
  • Compassionate care through end-of-life stages
  • Garden and activities like bingo, music
  • Supported family visits and dignity in care

What reviewers flag

  • One report of mean staff
  • Rooms may be shared with multiple residents

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Dobson Plaza Nursing Home 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 4.6 out of 5 across 12 reviews.

About Dobson Plaza Nursing Home

Dobson Plaza is a rehabilitation facility located in Evanston, Illinois, on the Northshore near area hospitals. The community specializes in short-term rehabilitation care designed to bridge the gap between hospitalization and return home.

The facility's rehab team focuses on accelerating the recovery process for patients transitioning from hospital care. Dobson Plaza has been providing care for over 30 years, and reports that 98% of patients and families would refer others to the community for quality care.

The community is conveniently situated in proximity to major medical facilities in the area, supporting its role in post-acute rehabilitation and recovery services.

Types of Care at Dobson Plaza Nursing Home

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Cable or Satellite TV
  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry Service
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)
  • Security

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Dobson Plaza Nursing Home

4.6overall · 12 ratings combined

4.6★ on Google (12)

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Lana Friedman

Jun 2026

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The staff at this facility are amazing. They are warm and caring. I go to bed every night feeling at peace knowing that my mom is safe. The concierge staff Larry, Albert and Maxine are incredibly kind. The head Nurse, Christine gets a special shout out from me. Christine and Dr. Shvartsman stabilized my mom. My mom entered the facility in a terrible state where she was psychotic due to her dementia. My mom now plays bingo, listens to music, watches the news on T.V. and is back to being her social self. My mom loves Arden who coordinates all their activities. And, she says all of the staff are caring. The only reason I gave Dobson Plaza 4 stars is because your loved one may have to share a room with more than one person depending upon what floor they are on.

Lauren

Sep 2023

via Google ↗

Excellent community with very caring people. What I like about Dobson is that it's family owned and operated. The owner is very involved in making sure all the residents are well cared for, which you don't see in many facilities. The families are very involved with making Dobson even more special. It's a gem that more people need to know about.

Jerri Garl

Oct 2022

via Google ↗

Dobson Plaza was my mother’s home for 2 ½ years and it became an important part of our family. Mom had the full experience – moving from the active environment on the 1st floor, to the slightly more limited 2nd floor, to her final bed on the restricted 3rd floor where she received compassionate care in the last 3 months of her life. Wherever she was, Mom was supported in visiting family and friends, enjoyed the beautiful garden, and treated with dignity and respect. The Directors and staff in every department are exceptional – from the experienced, compassionate nurses and CNAs on all three floors to the wonderful front desk and activities staff, to the highly professional administrative staff. They truly became part of our family and watched out for Mom’s best interests and our family’s needs throughout her time there, even through the height of the COVID pandemic. We looked at many skilled nursing homes and will always be grateful for the excellent care she received at Dobson Plaza, the best in Evanston.

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Government Inspection History

4 inspection visits in the last three years, 10 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Aug 7, 2025Health StandardNo citations
Jun 13, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard4 citations

  • 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 Jun 28, 2024

  • 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, isolatedCorrected Aug 19, 2024

  • Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 19, 2024

  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Aug 19, 2024

Aug 4, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard6 citations

  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Sep 8, 2023

  • 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 Sep 8, 2023

  • Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 8, 2023

  • Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 8, 2023

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Sep 8, 2023

  • Post nurse staffing information every day.

    Severity C of L: potential for minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Aug 5, 2023

Jul 21, 2022Fire Safety StandardNo citations

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 Dobson Plaza Nursing Home offer?

Dobson Plaza Nursing Home offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Dobson Plaza Nursing Home located?

Dobson Plaza Nursing Home is located at 120 Dodge Avenue in Evanston, Illinois.

What do families say about Dobson Plaza Nursing Home?

Reviewers describe Dobson Plaza as a family-owned, short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility near Evanston hospitals, with several families praising attentive nursing and administrative staff across multiple floors of care. One reviewer reported very negative experiences with staff, contrasting with several detailed positive accounts of long-term residents receiving compassionate care.

How did Dobson Plaza Nursing Home do on recent health and safety inspections?

Dobson Plaza Nursing Home had 4 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 10 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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