Nursing homes in Paxton, IL
Compare 2 Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in Paxton, part of the Ford area. Average overall CMS Five-Star rating is 3★ — below the national average (3.1★). Ratings are sourced from the latest CMS Care Compare provider extract.
Residents in Paxton, Illinois, and the surrounding Ford County area have access to two nursing home facilities to meet their long-term care needs. Based on data from CMS Care Compare, these local providers hold an average overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars. Notably, Accolade Paxton Senior Living is currently the highest-rated facility in the 60957 ZIP code, earning a perfect 5-star rating for its commitment to quality care standards.
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avg 3★ · 2 homesWhat to look for in Paxton
- 1 home scores below 3★ on compliance. Ask about recent regulatory audits and any current notices.
- No home in Paxton reaches 4★ on staffing. Ask each home about registered nurse coverage 24/7.
- 1 home holds the top 5★ overall rating — a useful shortlist starting point.
- 1 of 2 home sits below the national average (3.1★). Use the comparison tool to weigh trade-offs.
All homes in Paxton
| ACCOLADE PAXTON SENIOR LIVING ACCOLADE HEALTHCARE · Medium · For Profit | 5.0 | 5 | 0 | 2 | 4 |
| ACCOLADE HC OF PAXTON ON PELLS ACCOLADE HEALTHCARE · Medium · For Profit | 1.0 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 3 |
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Each home is scored 1–5★ across compliance, residents' experience, staffing, and quality measures, then combined into an overall rating.