Nursing Homes in Watseka, Illinois
Watseka has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 158 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
0
Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
+1.48 vs state
Total Beds
158
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 under CMS review
1 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
29 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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Top Rated in Watseka
Iroquois Resident Home, The
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Iroquois Resident Home, The
★★★★★ · 65/100 · 35 beds
Arcadia Care Watseka
★★★★★ · 0/100 · 123 beds
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About Nursing Home Care in Watseka
When it comes to nursing home care in WATSEKA, IL, the options are concerning. The standout is Watseka Rehabilitation and Health Care Center, but even this facility has some limitations. Overall, families will find that while WATSEKA boasts a higher average rating than the state, the choices are still quite limited, and the market overall raises red flags.
If you're considering facilities in WATSEKA, the only one worth visiting is Watseka Rehabilitation and Health Care Center. This facility has a clean record with zero fines in the last three years, which is a positive indicator for prospective residents. Unfortunately, there are no other facilities in WATSEKA that can be recommended, so families should look at nearby towns like Kankakee or Danville for additional options that may offer better care.
Families should definitely skip Arcadia Care Watseka, which is on the CMS Special Focus list and has received serious abuse citations. These issues make it a high-risk option that should be avoided at all costs. When visiting any facility, be sure to ask about staffing levels and resident care practices—this information can be critical in making a well-informed decision.
Watseka at a Glance
Good News
- • 1 facility with clean records—no fines in 3 years
- • Watseka rates better than most Illinois cities
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
Be Aware
- • 1 facility has serious problems—check before visiting
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
- • 1 facility under federal investigation
- • 1 facility with abuse citations
What's Changing
- → 2 facilities stayed the same
- ★ 1 facility changed ownership recently
- ★ Overall: Watseka is stable
Questions Watseka 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; Watseka avg is 0.48 hrs (29 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
1 of 2 Watseka 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 Watseka, Illinois
Watseka, Illinois's Iroquois County seat, has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 158 beds. Families have good options, with many facilities exceeding state averages.
Watseka vs. Illinois: Above Average Quality
Watseka 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 2 facilities earn a B grade or better, giving families good options. While 1 facility still warrants caution, the overall picture is positive for Watseka 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 Watseka, 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 Watseka
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.
Watseka facilities average 0.48 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Watseka resident receives approximately 29 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
0 Watseka 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
Watseka has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 1 for-profit facility. 1 of 2 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
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 Watseka, Illinois?
Watseka has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with a total of 158 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 Watseka?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Watseka include:
- • Iroquois Resident Home, The — Grade C+, 65/100 Trust Score
- • Arcadia Care Watseka — Grade F, 0/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Watseka nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 1 facility in Watseka 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 Watseka Nursing Homes
Watseka 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. Avoid the 1 high-risk facilities flagged in our analysis.