ALDEN OF WATERFORD

Alden of Waterford is a for-profit, corporation-owned skilled nursing facility located at 2021 Randi Drive in Aurora, Illinois, within Kane County. The facility holds certification for both Medicare and Medicaid and operates with 99 certified beds. Alden of Waterford carries an overall CMS star rating of 2 out of 5, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating stands at 3 out of 5, placing it at the national average in that category. The quality measure rating is also 3 out of 5, again consistent with national norms. The staffing rating, however, is 1 out of 5, which is notably below the national average and reflects a lower level of staffing relative to the facility's resident population. CMS star ratings are derived from health inspection results, staffing data reported to the federal government, and quality measures drawn from resident assessment data. As a facility certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, Alden of Waterford is able to serve residents who rely on either federal program for coverage of skilled nursing or long-term care services. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing stays following a qualifying hospital admission, subject to specific eligibility criteria and duration limits. Medicaid coverage for long-term nursing facility care is available to eligible individuals who meet income and asset requirements as determined by the state of Illinois. Individuals and families seeking to understand coverage options are encouraged to consult directly with the facility's billing staff or a benefits counselor. When viewed in the context of national benchmarks, Alden of Waterford presents a mixed profile. Its health inspection and quality measure ratings each align with the national average, while its overall 2-star rating and 1-star staffing rating indicate performance below national norms in those dimensions. The staffing rating in particular represents a significant gap relative to what CMS considers average. Prospective residents and their families may wish to review the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare profile for this facility, which includes detailed inspection reports and staffing hour data, to form a more complete picture of operations at this location.