Originally known as Barb City, DeKalb is located near Sycamore in north central Illinois. Our community provides a wonderful ... alternative to a nursing home or to struggling alone at home for older adults who need some help to maintain their independence. Heritage Woods is designed to serve adults 65 and older of all incomes, and we are located on the same campus as the DeKalb County Rehab and Nursing Center and the DeKalb County Department of Health. read more