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HomeIllinoisHeritage Square

Heritage Square

620 North Ottawa Avenue, Dixon, IL 610218152882251WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.8on Google(27 reviews)
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
1/5
Beds
27
certified

How Heritage Square Compares in Illinois

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Illinois. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
4/5
IL average
2.6/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
5/5
IL average
2.7/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
5/5
IL average
2.1/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
6.85 hrs/day
IL average
3.44 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
1.00 hrs/day
IL average
0.71 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
32.6%
IL average
44.4%
Lower than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 4/5 overall CMS rating is above the Illinois average of 2.6/5.
Its 5/5 health inspection rating is above the Illinois average of 2.7/5.
Reported nursing time is 6.85 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.44.
Reported RN time is 1.00 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 0.71.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
6
deficiency citations
Inspected Jul 10, 2024
Most recent cycle
1
deficiency citation
Inspected Sep 24, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 5 fewer deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$6,844/mo
Illinois median
Private Room
$8,122/mo
Illinois median
Lee County 65+
6,999
20.5% of county
County Population
34,221
Lee County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.

Heritage Square is a 4-star Medicaid certified nursing home in Dixon, Illinois with 27 certified beds. It has been operating since 1984. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
27
Avg Residents/Day
23.1
Ownership
Non profit - Other
Provider Type
Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Nov 9, 1984
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Both
County
Lee
Last Inspection
Sep 24, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
1
Weighted Score
18.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (11)

F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Sep 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Jul 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0686Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Jul 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0692Potential for Harm

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Survey: Jul 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0805Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

Survey: Jul 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jul 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0851Minimal Harm

Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

Survey: Jul 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0686Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Sep 14, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Sep 14, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0690Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Survey: Sep 14, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: Sep 14, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide4.53 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN1.33 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.00 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing6.85 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total5.89 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist1.43 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
32.6%
RN Turnover
44.4%
Administrators Left
1

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Non profit - Other
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (1)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
Ownership Data Not AvailableN/AN/A

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Heritage Square and nearby alternatives.

All Illinois facilities
Heritage Square
Dixon, ILCurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Dixon Rehab & Hcc
Dixon, IL1.5 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $34,753
Franklin Grove Living and Rehab
Franklin Grove, IL9.4 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
Polo Rehabilitation & Hcc
Polo, IL10.1 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
La Bella of Sterling
Sterling, IL10.2 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Citadel of Sterling,the
Sterling, IL11.3 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $11,213
Allure of Sterling
Sterling, IL11.7 miAbuse flag
CMS
1/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $118,360
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Heritage Square
Dixon, IL · Current facility
—4/55/55/5None recorded
Dixon Rehab & Hcc
Dixon, IL
1.5 mi3/53/52/5$34,753
Franklin Grove Living and Rehab
Franklin Grove, IL
9.4 mi5/54/52/5None recorded
Polo Rehabilitation & Hcc
Polo, IL
10.1 mi3/54/51/5None recorded
La Bella of Sterling
Sterling, IL
10.2 mi2/53/51/5None recorded
Citadel of Sterling,the
Sterling, IL
11.3 mi2/53/51/5$11,213
Allure of Sterling
Sterling, IL
11.7 mi1/52/51/5$118,360

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Heritage Square?▾
Heritage Square has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 5/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 1/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Heritage Square cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Illinois is $6,844/month for a semi-private room and $8,122/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Heritage Square participates in Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Heritage Square had any health inspection violations?▾
Heritage Square had 1 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Sep 24, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at Heritage Square?▾
Heritage Square provides 6.85 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.00 RN hours, 1.33 LPN hours, and 4.53 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 32.6%.
How many beds does Heritage Square have?▾
Heritage Square has 27 certified beds with an average of 23.1 residents per day, resulting in approximately 86% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Other owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Heritage Square?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Illinois, including 1 in Dixon. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Heritage Square?▾
On Google Maps, Heritage Square has a rating of 4.8 out of 5 based on 27 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 4/5.