Long-Term Care and Skilled Nursing in Evanston, IL

Compassionate Healthcare You Can Trust

When you need Skilled Nursing care, of course you want medical experts to provide it – but true quality care means so much more. It means personal attention, a welcoming environment, and people you know you can trust, and that’s exactly what the McGaw Care Center offers.

The McGaw Care Center is our Skilled Nursing facility in Evanston, IL, providing 24-hour specialized short- and long-term care in the heart of our beautiful community near Chicago.

Excellence in Nursing Home Care and Rehabilitation Services

The McGaw Care Center was named one of the best nursing homes in the nation by U.S. News & World Report 2019–2020, 2020–2021, and 2022–2023. We’re consistently among the industry leaders in terms of low hospital readmission rates and customer satisfaction. We regularly earn a 5-Star rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

Personalized Skilled Nursing Services and Care Plans

At our Skilled Nursing facilities in Evanston, IL, residents receive a comprehensive assessment that includes input from the resident and their family. Then, an individual care plan is created. Registered Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants, under the leadership of our Medical Director, deliver the outlined care and make adjustments as needed. Each Certified Nursing Assistant cares for the same resident as long as they receive that level of care, offering consistency and building trust.

Through the Eyes of an Adult Child:
Life at Our Skilled Nursing Community

Direct Admissions Are Available in Our Evanston, IL, Skilled Nursing Care Community

Skilled Nursing, long-term and short-term care, and Rehabilitation services are provided as part of Westminster Place’s continuum of care. However, you don’t need to be a resident to receive support. Those who need care now are welcome to our community through direct admissions. From the moment they arrive, they will enjoy the same dedicated care, encouragement and services our own residents enjoy, providing them, and their loved ones, with peace of mind.

Skilled Nursing and long-term care services and amenities include:

  • Physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and intravenous therapies
  • A Physiatrist available to consult on all cases
  • Full-time, geriatric-certified Medical Director on staff
  • Ophthalmology, audiology, dental, podiatry, and consulting physiatry
  • Aqua therapy and strength training at The Kimble Fitness and Therapeutic Center
  • Wound care specialists with a wound care Physician
  • Specialized activity programs designed for resident and family participation
  • Spacious private rooms
  • Flat-screen televisions, basic cable, and personal telephone service
  • Chef-inspired menu served restaurant-style for breakfast, lunch and dinner
  • State-of-the-art Registered Nurse call system
  • Daily housekeeping and trash removal
  • Registered Nurse coverage 24 hours per day to support a high level of care
  • Full-time registered Dietitian
  • Electronic medical records
  • Social services
  • Pastoral care
  • Respite Stays available for individuals recovering from illness or injury
  • Support available whether you’re here for a short-term basis or extended stay

Skilled Nursing Brochure

Your Guide to Skilled Nursing Services 

To learn more about our Skilled Nursing services and what makes care at Westminster Place exceptional, download our Skilled Nursing guide.

Inside the guide, you’ll find:

  • An overview of our Skilled Nursing care services
  • What to expect during a short- or long-term stay
  • Information on therapies, care plans, and amenities
  • Details of our expertise and experience

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Frequently Asked Questions About Our Skilled Nursing in IL

Skilled Nursing care is provided by trained professionals after an illness or injury. Conditions that may require skilled care for seniors include:

  • Cardiac failure
  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD)
  • Congestive heart failure
  • Diabetes
  • Fall-related injury
  • Fractures
  • Orthopedic surgery
  • Parkinson’s disease
  • Stroke

While many people think of anywhere long-term care is provided as a nursing home, the truth is, that’s not always the case. In fact, a nursing home is known to be more of a permanent residence, whereas Skilled Nursing facilities offer support on a more short-term basis. This support is usually provided after illness or injury, with the end goal of getting older adults back to the life they love.

According to the Medicare website, Medicare Part A covers the costs of Skilled Nursing on a short-term basis if:

  • You have Part A and have days left in your benefit period to use
  • You have a qualifying inpatient hospital stay
  • Your doctor has decided you need daily skilled care provided by a Registered Nurse or Therapist
    Services are provided in a Medicare-certified facility
  • You have a qualifying medical condition

Yes, you will receive short-term Rehabilitation and long-term Skilled Nursing care in a comfortable private room designed to look and feel like home. Many of our sun-filled rooms overlook the mature trees and flowering gardens throughout our community.

Anything that makes you comfortable or brings you joy, like pictures, plants, mementos, and other items, to create a familiar, homelike atmosphere in our long-term care facility.