Nursing Homes in Franklin Grove, Illinois
Franklin Grove has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with 132 beds. The city average CMS rating is 4.0 stars, which is above 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
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Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
+1.48 vs state
Total Beds
132
across 1 facility
High Risk Facilities
0
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
34 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
0
exceed staffing threshold
0% of facility
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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0 declined
Top Rated in Franklin Grove
Franklin Grove Living And Rehab
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About Nursing Home Care in Franklin Grove
In Franklin Grove, IL, the nursing home market presents limited options for families seeking care for their loved ones. The standout is Franklin Grove Nursing Home, which is the only facility in the area. While it has a decent rating of 4.0 stars, it’s crucial to approach with caution as there are no clearly recommended facilities, and the market overall lacks robust options. Families should be prepared to explore nearby cities for more comprehensive choices.
If you decide to visit Franklin Grove Nursing Home, you can expect a facility that maintains a clean record with zero fines in the last three years. However, it’s important to note that staffing levels are not reported as well-staffed, which may raise concerns about the level of individualized care. Families looking for alternatives might want to consider options in surrounding towns like Dixon or Rochelle, where additional facilities might offer better services.
Fortunately, there are no facilities in the area with major red flags, so you won’t find any concerning options that must be avoided. However, keep in mind that Franklin Grove Nursing Home does have some limitations that could affect care quality. When visiting, always ask pointed questions about staffing and care practices, and observe the interactions between residents and staff to get a true sense of the environment.
Franklin Grove at a Glance
Good News
- • Franklin Grove rates better than most Illinois cities
Be Aware
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
What's Changing
- → 1 facility stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Franklin Grove is stable
Questions Franklin Grove 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; Franklin Grove avg is 0.56 hrs (34 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
0 of 1 Franklin Grove facilities have zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—0 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 Franklin Grove, Illinois
Franklin Grove, Illinois's Lee County seat, has 1 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 132 beds. Families have good options, with many facilities exceeding state averages.
Franklin Grove vs. Illinois: Above Average Quality
Franklin Grove nursing homes outperform the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 4.00 stars exceeds Illinois's statewide average of 2.52 stars by 1.5 stars—a meaningful difference that suggests stronger local standards.
0 of 1 facilities earn a B grade or better, giving families good options. While quality is generally high, the overall picture is positive for Franklin Grove families.
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 Franklin Grove, 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 Franklin Grove
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.
Franklin Grove facilities average 0.56 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Franklin Grove resident receives approximately 34 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
0 Franklin Grove 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
Franklin Grove has no non-profit nursing homes—all 1 facility with reported ownership data are for-profit operations. 0 of 1 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 Franklin Grove 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 Franklin Grove 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 Franklin Grove, Illinois?
Franklin Grove has 1 Medicare-certified nursing home with a total of 132 beds. The city average CMS rating is 4.0 stars, which is above Illinois's state average of 2.5 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Franklin Grove?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Franklin Grove include:
- • Franklin Grove Living And Rehab — Grade C+, 60/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Franklin Grove nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 0 facilities in Franklin Grove 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 Franklin Grove Nursing Homes
Franklin Grove offers above-average nursing home options compared to the rest of the state. Focus your search on the 0 facilities graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing.