Nursing Homes in Chicago Heights, Illinois
Chicago Heights has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 348 beds. The city average CMS rating is 2.5 stars, which is at 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
-0.02 vs state
Total Beds
348
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
0 under CMS review
1 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
22 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
0
exceed staffing threshold
0% of facilities
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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Trend
0
improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in Chicago Heights
Prairie Manor Nrsg & Rehab Ctr
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Prairie Manor Nrsg & Rehab Ctr
★★★★★ · 40/100 · 148 beds
Aperion Care Chicago Heights
★★★★★ · 0/100 · 200 beds
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About Nursing Home Care in Chicago Heights
The Verdict: Families considering nursing home care in Chicago Heights, IL, should proceed with caution. Unfortunately, the standout is non-existent, as both facilities in the area have serious concerns. The overall market is concerning, with no facility fully meeting necessary standards for quality care.
Who to Consider: There are no recommended facilities that families can confidently choose in Chicago Heights. Both options come with troubling histories, and it’s advisable to look at neighboring cities for better alternatives. Facilities such as Aperion Care Chicago Heights and Prairie Manor Nursing & Rehab Center lack the essential qualities to ensure the safety and well-being of residents.
Who to Avoid: Definitely skip Aperion Care Chicago Heights, which has faced serious abuse citations and racked up $106K in fines. Additionally, avoid Prairie Manor Nursing & Rehab Center, which has a dismal Grade D rating. When visiting any facility, always ask about their staffing levels and ratios, as this can be a significant indicator of the level of care your loved one will receive.
Chicago Heights at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 facility with clean records—no fines in 3 years
Be Aware
- • 1 facility has serious problems—check before visiting
- • 1 facility with critical staffing shortages
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
- • 1 facility with abuse citations
What's Changing
- → 2 facilities stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Chicago Heights is stable
Questions Chicago Heights 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; Chicago Heights avg is 0.37 hrs (22 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
1 of 2 Chicago Heights facility has zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—1 local facility has serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Chicago Heights, Illinois
Chicago Heights, Illinois's Cook County seat, has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 348 beds. Families have solid options to choose from.
Chicago Heights vs. Illinois: Near State Average
Chicago Heights nursing homes perform near the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 2.50 stars is close to Illinois's statewide average of 2.52 stars.
0 of 2 facilities earn a B grade or better. Families should still research carefully, as 1 facility has significant concerns.
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 Chicago Heights, 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 Chicago Heights
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.
Chicago Heights facilities average 0.37 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Chicago Heights resident receives approximately 22 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
0 Chicago Heights 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: An All For-Profit Market
Chicago Heights has no non-profit nursing homes—all 2 facilities with reported ownership data are for-profit operations. 2 of 2 facilities are chain-owned, meaning these facilities are part of larger corporate systems rather than independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average. The absence of non-profit options in Chicago Heights may be worth noting. Families seeking non-profit care should consider facilities in surrounding areas.
Ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Several for-profit facilities in Chicago Heights perform well. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports rather than ownership type alone.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Families may also want to consider nearby Illinois cities for additional options. The following Illinois cities offer multiple nursing home options:
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Chicago Heights, Illinois?
Chicago Heights has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with a total of 348 beds. The city average CMS rating is 2.5 stars, which is below Illinois's state average of 2.5 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Chicago Heights?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Chicago Heights include:
- • Prairie Manor Nrsg & Rehab Ctr — Grade D, 40/100 Trust Score
- • Aperion Care Chicago Heights — Grade F, 0/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Chicago Heights nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 1 facility in Chicago Heights 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 Chicago Heights Nursing Homes
Chicago Heights offers typical nursing home options for the state. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing. Avoid the 1 high-risk facilities flagged in our analysis.