The
DeKalb County Rehab & Nursing
Center has been in existence since 1853. We are the oldest and
largest health care provider in DeKalb County. Long before the modern
nursing evolved, the County Home began as a “Poor Farm”,
and, over generations, has become a progressive, skilled
nursing center that is highly regarded County-wide for its quality nursing
care and for its commitment to improving daily life for seniors with
healthcare needs.
In March 2000, we moved
to a new 190-bed state-of-the-art building located just north of Northern
Illinois University and continue to lead the way in skilled nursing care. We are nestled near a designated wetlands area, which
allows our residents the pleasure of watching wild waterfowl and an
occasional deer.
Our resident rooms
have private bathrooms and a maximum 2-person occupancy. A limited number
of private rooms are available for residents with special needs. There is
ample space for sitting and socializing.
We specialize in both short and long-term nursing and rehabilitative services. We are licensed by the State Illinois Department of Public Health and Certified to participate in Medicare and Medicaid programs. We offer an alarmed and secured environment for the safety and well-being of all we care for. We also have a secured Dementia Care Unit with a gated courtyard and view of the wetlands. This unit specializes in the care of those with a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease and Related Dementia.
Features:
- Comprehensive rehab facilities and gym
- Specialized dementia care
- Full activities and recreational program with Wii equipment
- State of the art facility and security
- Chapel and religious services
- Outdoor courtyards with central gazebo
- Modern rooms, facilities, and equipment
- Support groups and education offerings
- Gathering place: gift shop, ice cream parlor, barber/beauty, lobby
- Spacious dining rooms
- Laundry services
