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HomeIllinoisWillows Health Center

Willows Health Center

4054 Albright Lane, Rockford, IL 611038153161500
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
4/5
Staffing
Not Rated
N/A
Quality
4/5
Beds
50
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $12,909

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 4/5 stars (above average)

• Has 50 certified beds with an average of 31.3 residents per day (63% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 7 deficiencies (inspected Aug 22, 2024)

• Has been fined a total of $12,909 across 1 fine(s)

• Total nursing staff: 0.00 hours per resident per day

Willows Health Center is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Rockford, Illinois with 50 certified beds. It has been operating since 2006. The facility scored above average compared to Illinois facilities.

Beds
50
Avg Residents/Day
31.3
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Apr 1, 2006
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Winnebago
Last Inspection
Aug 22, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
7
Weighted Score
44.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (27)

F0686Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 16, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0602Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

Survey: Nov 15, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Nov 15, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: Aug 22, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0686Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 22, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
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: Aug 22, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Aug 22, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Jan 28, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Jan 28, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Sep 24, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: Sep 21, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: Sep 21, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Sep 21, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Sep 21, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0697Potential for Harm

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Survey: Sep 21, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: Sep 21, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0622Potential for Harm

Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.

Survey: Feb 22, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0625Potential for Harm

Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.

Survey: Feb 22, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Jul 20, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0686Actual Harm

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

Survey: Jul 20, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 20, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0756Potential for Harm

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Survey: Jul 20, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0758Potential for Harm

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Survey: Jul 20, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: Jul 20, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0760Potential for Harm

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Jul 20, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
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 20, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jul 20, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$12,909
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
1
Total Penalties
2

Penalty History

FineDec 11, 2023
$12,909
Payment DenialNov 15, 2025
15 days denied

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

Nurse Aide0.00 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN0.00 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.00 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing0.00 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total0.00 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.00 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
0.0%
RN Turnover
0.0%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (5)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
DITTMER, HELENCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 1, 2021
DITTMER, HELENCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJul 1, 2021
NELSON, BRETTCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJul 1, 2021
SALINAS, FRANCESCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJul 1, 2022
SALINAS, FRANCESW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJul 1, 2022

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Willows Health Center?▾
Willows Health Center has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of N/A/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
Has Willows Health Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Willows Health Center had 7 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Aug 22, 2024). The facility has been fined a total of $12,909 across 1 fine(s).
What are the staffing levels at Willows Health Center?▾
Willows Health Center provides 0.00 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.00 RN hours, 0.00 LPN hours, and 0.00 nurse aide hours.
How many beds does Willows Health Center have?▾
Willows Health Center has 50 certified beds with an average of 31.3 residents per day, resulting in approximately 63% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Willows Health Center?▾
Yes, there are 11 other nursing homes in Rockford, Illinois with an average rating of 2.6/5. You can compare all facilities on the Rockford nursing homes page.