St Joseph Village of Chicago
5★ official rating · 54 beds
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Franciscan Communities
6 nursing homes · 3 states · 570 beds
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Franciscan Communities at a glance
- Nursing homes
- 6
- States
- 3
- Licensed beds
- 570
- Average rating
- 4.0★
- Rated 4★ or better
- 83%
Is Franciscan Communities a good nursing home group?
Across 6 rated homes, Franciscan Communities averages 4.0★ on official inspection ratings — above the roughly 3.0★ national average. 83% of its rated homes earn 4★ or better, while 17% sit at 1–2★. That’s a stronger-than-average record overall, but ratings still vary from location to location — judge each home on its own.
A group-wide number can’t tell you about the specific home near you — quality varies by location. Open each home below to see its own official inspection rating before you decide.
Franciscan Communities quality vs. the national average
Across the 6 homes with an official inspection rating, Franciscan Communities averages 4.0★. 83% are rated 4★ or better, and 17% are rated 1–2★. These are official government inspection ratings — a group-wide average hides a lot, so open each home below and judge it on its own.
| Measure | Franciscan Communities | National average |
|---|---|---|
| Average rating | 4.0★ | 3.0★ |
| Homes rated 4★ or better | 83% | 40% |
| Homes rated 1–2★ | 17% | 41% |
How Franciscan Communities’s homes are distributed
- 5★2
- 4★3
- 3★0
- 2★1
- 1★0
Franciscan Communities nursing home ratings by state
Where Franciscan Communities operates and how its homes rate in each state. Ratings are the average of that state’s homes with an official inspection rating. Pick a state to browse every nursing home there.
Highest-rated Franciscan Communities homes
The best-rated Franciscan Communities nursing homes we have on record, by official inspection rating.
Lowest-rated Franciscan Communities homes
The lowest-rated Franciscan Communities homes we have on record — the ones to look at most closely and ask the most questions about.
About Franciscan Communities
Franciscan Communities, Inc. is a not-for-profit organization sponsored by the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago and organized for charitable and religious purposes. It operates several senior living campuses that span a full continuum of care—independent living, assisted living, memory care, rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and short-term respite.
Its roots are anchored in the mission of the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago, reflected by its corporate ownership: the Franciscan Sisters of Chicago Services Corporation holds 100% of the legal entity, Franciscan Communities, Inc., which is the licensee and operator.
Franciscan Communities serves communities across the Midwestern United States, with six facilities affiliated as of early 2026, located in Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. Typical offerings reflect a focus on 'joyful living,' including healthcare and residential services designed to support residents across a variety of needs.
- Headquarters
- Chicago, Illinois
- Website
- franciscanministries.org
Leadership
Researched summary — facts drawn from cited public sources, in our own words. Ratings shown are official government inspection ratings.
All homes Franciscan Communities runs
Each home is listed with its official inspection rating — from government health inspections, staffing, and quality data. A visit is still the best test.
- Franciscan Village
4★ official rating · 127 beds
Official inspection rating - Village at Victory Lakes, the
4★ official rating · 120 beds
Official inspection rating - Addolorata Villa
5★ official rating · 86 beds
Official inspection rating - University Place Health Center and Assisted Living
4★ official rating · 30 beds
Official inspection rating - Mt Alverna Home Inc
2★ official rating · 153 beds
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Frequently asked questions about Franciscan Communities
- How many nursing homes does Franciscan Communities operate?
- Franciscan Communities operates 6 nursing homes across 3 states with about 570 licensed beds in total.
- What states does Franciscan Communities operate in?
- Franciscan Communities runs nursing homes in Illinois, Indiana, and Ohio. Its largest presence is in Illinois, Indiana, Ohio.
- Is Franciscan Communities a good nursing home group?
- Across 6 rated homes, Franciscan Communities averages 4.0★ on official inspection ratings — above the roughly 3.0★ national average. 83% of its rated homes earn 4★ or better, while 17% sit at 1–2★. That’s a stronger-than-average record overall, but ratings still vary from location to location — judge each home on its own.
- Where is Franciscan Communities headquartered?
- Franciscan Communities is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
- How are these ratings determined?
- The ratings shown are official government inspection ratings. They combine on-site health inspections, staffing levels, and clinical quality measures into an overall score from 1 to 5 stars for each home — the same official data families and regulators use.