Illinois nursing home ratings over the years
Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect - July 22, 2024 by Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates
For families facing the difficult decision of placing a loved one in a nursing home, navigating the sea of options can feel overwhelming. Each experienced Chicago nursing home abuse lawyer at Horwitz Horwitz & Associates understands the immense trust placed in these facilities and the fear associated with potential neglect or abuse. In Illinois, several nursing homes have earned a reputation for substandard care, neglect, and abuse.
These are the worst nursing homes in the state
Medicare.gov, through the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), monitors nursing homes with histories of low-quality care using strategies and mechanisms designed to ensure compliance with federal standards and improve the quality of care provided to residents. U.S. News & World Report provides Illinois nursing home ratings using a comprehensive methodology that evaluates factors critical to the quality of care and the environment in which residents live. The worst nursing homes in Illinois, with 1 out of 5 ratings, include:
Aperion Care Chicago Heights
Aperion Care Chicago Heights has been the subject of numerous complaints and a documented pattern of poor ratings. Common issues reported include severe understaffing, neglect, inadequate medical care, and unsanitary living conditions. In some cases, residents have suffered from malnutrition, dehydration, and preventable infections due to the lack of proper care.
Aperion Care Peoria Heights
Similarly, Aperion Care Peoria Heights has consistently received low ratings due to repeated health violations and complaints from residents and their families. Problems at this facility include inadequate staffing, poor hygiene, medication errors, and neglect. Reports of bedsores, falls, and untreated medical conditions are alarmingly frequent.
Arcadia Care Danville
Arcadia Care Danville has been criticized for its poor management and insufficient staffing. Residents and their families have reported neglect, inadequate sanitation, and a lack of responsive medical care. The facility has also been cited for numerous health code violations, contributing to its poor reputation.
Countryview Care Center – Macomb
Countryview Care Center in Macomb has faced significant scrutiny due to its history of health code violations and complaints of inadequate care. Issues at this facility include poor hygiene, insufficient staffing, neglect, and a lack of proper medical attention. Residents have reported suffering from untreated infections, bedsores, and falls.
Decatur Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
Decatur Rehabilitation & Health Care Center has a history of deficiencies in resident care. Problems at this facility include neglect, poor hygiene, inadequate medical care, and a lack of sufficient staffing. Reports of residents being left in soiled clothing, suffering from untreated medical conditions, and experiencing preventable injuries are common.
Eastview Terrace
Eastview Terrace has been cited for serious violations, many of which are caused by below-average staffing levels. This chronic understaffing has contributed to delayed responses to resident needs, inadequate supervision, and difficulties in providing timely care and assistance with daily activities.
Elmwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center – Maryville
Elmwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Maryville has a concerningly low overall rating. Reviews mention serious quality issues, including broken furniture, unsanitary conditions, lack of hot water, and inoperable showers. Residents reportedly smoke in their rooms and have access to alcohol, raising concerns about supervision and safety.
El Paso Health Care Center
El Paso Health Care Center has struggled with chronic understaffing, which has led to delayed responses to resident needs and inadequate supervision. Regulatory agencies have cited the facility for various health and safety violations that include lapses in infection control practices, medication errors, and environmental hazards that compromise resident safety.
Gardenview Manor
Gardenview Manor has faced significant scrutiny regarding its care standards and operational practices. In addition to complaints of low staffing, there have been reports of residents falling due to inadequate supervision and assistance and complaints regarding the facility’s cleanliness, expired food items, and malfunctioning equipment like broken heating systems. The facility has also been fined for practices related to misappropriation of residents’ funds.
Hillsboro Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
Hillsboro Rehabilitation & Health Care Center has faced regulatory penalties and citations for failing to comply with state and federal care standards. Families and residents have expressed dissatisfaction with communication difficulties, lack of transparency regarding care plans, and unresolved concerns regarding chronic understaffing and health and safety violations.
Illini Heritage Rehabilitation & Health Care
Public records indicate a history of serious quality issues at Illini Heritage Rehabilitation & Health Care. The facility has faced fines resulting from residents with bedsores and its failure to implement proper medical treatments as ordered.
RYZE West
A major problem at Ryze West has been understaffing. News reports detail nurses leaving the job due to payment issues with the facility’s new ownership. Staff claims they were not paid on time and even had payments reversed, disrupting proper patient care and safety.
Sharon Health Care Pines
Sharon Health Care Pines has a documented pattern of inadequate patient care. Patients and their families complain of rude staff, uncleanliness, and concerns about the overall care provided.
St. Anthony’s Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Public records and legal documents indicate a history of serious quality issues at St. Anthony’s Nursing & Rehabilitation Center. Reports detail allegations of resident abuse by staff members and failure to properly comply with regulations regarding controlled substances.
University Rehab
University Rehab’s owner has indicated that the facility has racked up millions of dollars in losses and failed to pay property taxes. As a result, the facility’s financial strain, low occupancy, and regulatory issues raise issues about the potential for neglectful care due to inadequate resources and staffing.
Washington Senior Living
Washington Senior Living has been flagged for several concerning issues that could impact resident safety and well-being. These issues include understaffing, inattentive care, leading to bedsores and lack of assistance with daily tasks, and the facility prioritizing cost-cutting measures over resident needs. The facility has also been fined for failing to provide proper therapy services to a resident as recommended by their doctor.
Westy Suburban Nursing & Rehabilitation Center
Westy Suburban Nursing & Rehabilitation Center has a history of problems that raise concerns about resident care and safety. The facility has the lowest health inspection rating, indicating deficiencies in resident care protocols and safety measures. Reports suggest that below-average nurse staffing levels compromise resident care and timely response to needs.
Here’s what our attorneys have to say
Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates’ nursing home abuse and neglect attorneys state, “These grades are simply appalling. Combined with the fact that many nursing home operators are now trying to sneak into nursing home admission agreements, Arbitration clauses, which, when signed, act as a waiver against the resident or family member from filing a lawsuit in Court against the nursing home if they abuse or neglect a resident, our State Legislators should be ashamed that they continue to allow nursing home owners to reap millions of dollars for such horrific and dangerous care.
To put these grades into a more direct perspective, imagine if these grades were on your child’s report card. Would you be happy? Would you praise your child? Would you be satisfied that your child earned a 1.25 GPA on a 4.0 scale? Doubtful. Why should we be satisfied with these grades? Why doesn’t the press report these issues? Look closely; 96% of all Illinois Nursing Homes have been cited for failing to follow all State and/or Federal Regulations. Would you keep going to see the same physician if he/she incorrectly diagnosed you 96% of the time? Would you give the keys to your car to your teenager if they had an accident 96% of the time they used your car? Doubtful.
These statistics are not abnormal; rather, they are reflective of the sad and, at times, tragic treatment our elderly receive inside nursing homes.
For a free consultation, contact Horwitz, Horwitz & Associates at (800) 985-1819 to discuss the details of your unique circumstances.