Nursing Homes in El Paso, Illinois
El Paso has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 188 beds. The city average CMS rating is 2.0 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
-0.52 vs state
Total Beds
188
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
1 under CMS review
2 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
23 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 El Paso
Arc At El Paso
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About Nursing Home Care in El Paso
When it comes to nursing home care in El Paso, IL, families should proceed with caution. The standout is El Paso Health Care Center, but it’s critical to note that this facility is on the CMS Special Focus list and has received abuse citations. Overall, the El Paso nursing home market is concerning, with no facilities fully meeting our standards. Families looking for quality care should definitely consider exploring neighboring cities for better options.
Unfortunately, there are no facilities in El Paso that come highly recommended. Both local options, El Paso Health Care Center and ARC at El Paso, have significant issues. ARC at El Paso has also received abuse citations and carries a troubling Grade F. Given the lack of good options in El Paso, it would be wise to look at facilities in nearby towns like Bloomington or Normal, where you can find better care.
Families should completely skip El Paso Health Care Center and ARC at El Paso due to their serious safety concerns. El Paso Health Care Center has faced abuse citations, while ARC at El Paso is flagged for the same reasons and has a dismal Grade F. When visiting any facility, make sure to ask pointed questions about staff training and patient care practices—this is crucial to ensure your loved one’s safety and well-being.
El Paso at a Glance
Good News
- • 0 facilities meet quality standards (B grade or better)
Be Aware
- • 2 facilities have serious problems—check before visiting
- • 2 facilities with critical staffing shortages
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
- • 1 facility under federal investigation
What's Changing
- → 2 facilities stayed the same
- ★ Overall: El Paso is stable
Questions El Paso 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; El Paso avg is 0.38 hrs (23 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
0 of 2 El Paso 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 El Paso, Illinois
El Paso, Illinois's Woodford County seat, has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 188 beds. Families should research carefully—quality varies significantly from one facility to the next.
El Paso vs. Illinois: A Concerning Gap
El Paso nursing homes fall below the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 2.00 stars trails Illinois's statewide average of 2.52 stars by nearly 0.5 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 El Paso, 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 El Paso
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.
El Paso facilities average 0.38 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical El Paso resident receives approximately 23 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
0 El Paso 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
El Paso 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 El Paso 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 El Paso 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
El Paso'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 El Paso, Illinois?
El Paso has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with a total of 188 beds. The city average CMS rating is 2.0 stars, which is below Illinois's state average of 2.5 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in El Paso?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in El Paso include:
- • Arc At El Paso — Grade F, 21/100 Trust Score
- • El Paso Health Care Center — Grade F, 0/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which El Paso nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 2 facilities in El Paso 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 El Paso Nursing Homes
El Paso 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.