Nursing Homes in Rock Island, Illinois
Rock Island has 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 401 beds. The city average CMS rating is 1.7 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
-0.85 vs state
Total Beds
401
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
0 under CMS review
1 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
29 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
1
exceed staffing threshold
33% of facilities
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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Trend
0
improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in Rock Island
Friendship Manor
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Friendship Manor
★★★★★ · 43/100 · 94 beds
St Anthony's Nsg & Rehab Ctr
★★★★★ · 0/100 · 130 beds
Generations At Rock Island
★★★★★ · 0/100 · 177 beds
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About Nursing Home Care in Rock Island
The verdict is clear: Rock Island, IL, is not a good market for nursing home care. The standout is Friendship Manor, but even it has significant issues with a Grade D rating and $52K in fines. Overall, families should be very cautious, as none of the facilities fully meet our standards, and the options available are quite limited and concerning.
When considering facilities, it’s important to know that all options in Rock Island have considerable drawbacks. Friendship Manor is noted for being well-staffed, but it still struggles with quality of care. Unfortunately, families should also look to neighboring cities for better alternatives, as there aren't any facilities that truly shine in Rock Island.
Families should definitely avoid St. Anthony's Nursing & Rehab Center, which has a staggering $445K in fines and a Grade F rating. Generations at Rock Island is another facility to skip due to documented abuse citations and its own Grade F rating. Visiting any facility is crucial; be sure to ask about their recent inspection reports and staffing levels, as these factors are often indicative of the quality of care your loved one will receive.
Rock Island at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 facility with clean records—no fines in 3 years
- • 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
- • 1 facility with abuse citations
- • City average is below state average—research carefully
What's Changing
- → 3 facilities stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Rock Island is stable
Questions Rock Island 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; Rock Island avg is 0.49 hrs (29 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
1 of 3 Rock Island facility has 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 Rock Island, Illinois
Rock Island, Illinois's Rock Island County seat, has 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 401 beds. Families should research carefully—quality varies significantly from one facility to the next.
Rock Island vs. Illinois: A Concerning Gap
Rock Island nursing homes fall below the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 1.67 stars trails Illinois's statewide average of 2.52 stars by nearly 0.8 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 3 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 Rock Island, 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 Rock Island
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.
Rock Island facilities average 0.49 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Rock Island resident receives approximately 29 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 Rock Island 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
Rock Island has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 2 for-profit facilities. 1 of 3 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
Rock Island'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 Rock Island, Illinois?
Rock Island has 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes with a total of 401 beds. The city average CMS rating is 1.7 stars, which is below Illinois's state average of 2.5 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Rock Island?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Rock Island include:
- • Friendship Manor — Grade D, 43/100 Trust Score
- • St Anthony's Nsg & Rehab Ctr — Grade F, 0/100 Trust Score
- • Generations At Rock Island — Grade F, 0/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Rock Island nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 2 facilities in Rock Island 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 Rock Island Nursing Homes
Rock Island 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.