Nursing Homes in Shelbyville, Illinois
Shelbyville has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 189 beds. The city average CMS rating is 1.5 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
-1.02 vs state
Total Beds
189
across 2 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
50% of facilities
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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Trend
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improved vs last year
0 declined
Top Rated in Shelbyville
Shelbyville Healthcare & Senior Living
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Shelbyville Healthcare & Senior Living
★★★★★ · 33/100 · 80 beds
Shelbyville Manor
★★★★★ · 25/100 · 109 beds
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About Nursing Home Care in Shelbyville
When it comes to nursing home care in Shelbyville, IL, families should proceed with caution. The standout is Shelbyville Healthcare & Senior Living, but it still has serious issues with a Grade F rating and a concerning history of abuse citations. Overall, the market here is limited and concerning, with no facilities fully meeting the standards expected for quality care.
Families should consider visiting Shelbyville Healthcare & Senior Living for its well-staffed environment, but be aware of the significant concerns. Unfortunately, there are no facilities in Shelbyville that come highly recommended, leading us to suggest exploring options in nearby cities like Decatur or Mattoon, where there may be better choices available.
On the other hand, you should definitely skip Shelbyville Manor due to its troubling record of abuse citations and its poor Grade F rating. Similarly, Shelbyville Healthcare & Senior Living is not a viable option either, given its Grade F status. As a practical tip, always visit the facility in person and observe the interactions between staff and residents, as well as the overall environment, to get a true sense of care quality.
Shelbyville 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
- → 2 facilities stayed the same
- ★ 1 facility changed ownership recently
- ★ Overall: Shelbyville is stable
Questions Shelbyville 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; Shelbyville avg is 0.49 hrs (29 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
1 of 2 Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville, Illinois
Shelbyville, Illinois's Shelby County seat, has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 189 beds. Families should research carefully—quality varies significantly from one facility to the next.
Shelbyville vs. Illinois: A Concerning Gap
Shelbyville nursing homes fall below the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 1.50 stars trails Illinois's statewide average of 2.52 stars by nearly 1.0 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 Shelbyville, 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 Shelbyville
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.
Shelbyville facilities average 0.49 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Shelbyville resident receives approximately 29 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 Shelbyville 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
Shelbyville has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 1 for-profit facility. 2 of 2 facilities are 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
Shelbyville'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 Shelbyville, Illinois?
Shelbyville has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with a total of 189 beds. The city average CMS rating is 1.5 stars, which is below Illinois's state average of 2.5 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Shelbyville?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Shelbyville include:
- • Shelbyville Healthcare & Senior Living — Grade F, 33/100 Trust Score
- • Shelbyville Manor — Grade F, 25/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Shelbyville nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 2 facilities in Shelbyville 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 Shelbyville Nursing Homes
Shelbyville 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.