Nursing Homes in Centralia, Illinois
Centralia has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 218 beds. The city average CMS rating is 1.0 stars, which is below Illinois's state average of 2.5 stars. 0 facilities earn a B grade or better and are recommended for family consideration.
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Worth Considering
0
Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
-1.52 vs state
Total Beds
218
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
38 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
1
exceed staffing threshold
50% of facilities
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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Trend
0
improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in Centralia
Centralia Manor
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Centralia Manor
★★★★★ · 3/100 · 120 beds
Fireside House Of Centralia
★★★★★ · 0/100 · 98 beds
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About Nursing Home Care in Centralia
Centralia, IL, is not the ideal market for nursing home care, with both facilities falling short of acceptable standards. The standout is Centralia Manor, but it carries a troubling Grade F rating. Families should be aware that the options here are limited and concerning, making it wise to explore facilities in neighboring cities for better care alternatives.
When considering options in Centralia, the choices are stark. While Fireside House of Centralia is a facility to visit, it has a serious red flag with a hefty $62K in fines and also holds a Grade F. Unfortunately, there are no facilities in Centralia that meet the essential criteria for quality care, so I strongly recommend looking in nearby cities for better-rated facilities.
On the flip side, families should absolutely avoid Fireside House of Centralia and Centralia Manor. Both are rated Grade F, with Fireside House facing significant fines. These facilities have serious deficiencies that could endanger resident well-being. A practical tip for any facility visit is to ask about staff turnover and the specific qualifications of caregivers, as this can be indicative of the quality of care your loved one will receive.
Centralia at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
- • 1 facility has more nurses than required
Be Aware
- • 2 facilities have serious problems—check before visiting
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
- • City average is below state average—research carefully
What's Changing
- → 2 facilities stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Centralia is stable
Questions Centralia Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Centralia avg is 0.63 hrs (38 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
0 of 2 Centralia facilities have zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—2 local facilities have serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Centralia, Illinois
Centralia, Illinois's Marion County seat, has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 218 beds. Families should research carefully—quality varies significantly from one facility to the next.
Centralia vs. Illinois: A Concerning Gap
Centralia nursing homes fall below the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 1.00 stars trails Illinois's statewide average of 2.52 stars by nearly 1.5 stars—a significant gap that families should take seriously. The below-average performance is somewhat surprising for a major urban area, where competition and workforce availability typically drive higher quality.
Federal inspection data reveals 2 facilities classified as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, complaints, or CMS enforcement actions. Only 0 of 2 facilities earn a B grade or better, meaning families should be prepared to look beyond the closest option to find quality care.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Centralia, 0 facilities score a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: A Significant Concern in Centralia
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Centralia facilities average 0.63 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Centralia resident receives approximately 38 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 Centralia facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: Mix of For-Profit and Non-Profit
Centralia has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 1 for-profit facility. 1 of 2 facility is chain-owned, with the remainder independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average, though ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Centralia's below-average ratings mean families may benefit from expanding their search to nearby cities. The following Illinois cities offer multiple nursing home options:
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Centralia, Illinois?
Centralia has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with a total of 218 beds. The city average CMS rating is 1.0 stars, which is below Illinois's state average of 2.5 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Centralia?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Centralia include:
- • Centralia Manor — Grade F, 3/100 Trust Score
- • Fireside House Of Centralia — Grade F, 0/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Centralia nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 2 facilities in Centralia as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Centralia Nursing Homes
Centralia has below-average nursing home ratings. Research carefully and consider nearby cities. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing. Avoid the 2 high-risk facilities flagged in our analysis.