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HomeIllinoisWillows Health Center

Willows Health Center

4054 Albright Lane, Rockford, IL 611038153161500Google Maps
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3/5Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
50
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $12,909

How Willows Health Center 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
3/5
IL average
2.6/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
3/5
IL average
2.7/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
4/5
IL average
2.1/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
5.21 hrs/day
IL average
3.44 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
1.60 hrs/day
IL average
0.71 hrs/day
Above state average

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

What the Data Highlights

Reported nursing time is 5.21 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 3.44.
Reported RN time is 1.60 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
7
deficiency citations
Inspected Aug 22, 2024
Most recent cycle
12
deficiency citations
Inspected Nov 25, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 5 more 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
Winnebago County 65+
51,253
18.0% of county
County Population
284,591
Winnebago County

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

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Willows Health Center is a 3-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Rockford, Illinois with 50 certified beds. It has been operating since 2006. Its overall CMS rating is 3 out of 5.

Beds
50
Avg Residents/Day
30.3
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
Nov 25, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
12
Weighted Score
80.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (26)

F0839Potential for Harm

Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws.

Survey: Jan 26, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0686Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 16, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Actual Harm

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

Survey: Nov 25, 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: Nov 25, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0679Potential for Harm

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Survey: Nov 25, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0605Potential for Harm

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

Survey: Nov 25, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0677Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Nov 25, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0692Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Nov 25, 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 25, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Nov 25, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0883Potential for Harm

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Survey: Nov 25, 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
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
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Aug 22, 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: Aug 22, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0686Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 22, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
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: 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: 3
F0677Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Sep 21, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Sep 21, 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 21, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0697Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Sep 21, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
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: 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 Aide2.92 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.69 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.60 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing5.21 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total4.31 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.07 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
SALINAS, FRANCESW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AJul 1, 2022
DITTMER, HELENCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJul 1, 2021
DITTMER, HELENCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJul 1, 2021
NELSON, BRETTCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJul 1, 2021
SALINAS, FRANCESCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJul 1, 2022

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Willows Health Center and nearby alternatives.

All Illinois facilities
Willows Health Center
Rockford, ILCurrent facility
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $12,909
River Bluff Nursing Home
Rockford, IL4,752 ft
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $10,199
Rock River Health Care
Rockford, IL1.2 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $95,885
East Bank Center, LLC
Loves Park, IL1.3 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Mercyhealth Javon Bea Hospital -Snf
Rockford, IL1.5 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Amberwood Care Centre
Rockford, IL1.5 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: None
Pa Peterson at the Citadel
Rockford, IL3.2 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
1/5
Recorded fines: $21,212
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Willows Health Center
Rockford, IL · Current facility
—3/53/54/5$12,909
River Bluff Nursing Home
Rockford, IL
4,752 ft3/53/54/5$10,199
Rock River Health Care
Rockford, IL
1.2 mi2/52/52/5$95,885
East Bank Center, LLC
Loves Park, IL
1.3 mi4/54/54/5None recorded
Mercyhealth Javon Bea Hospital -Snf
Rockford, IL
1.5 mi4/55/51/5None recorded
Amberwood Care Centre
Rockford, IL
1.5 mi3/54/51/5None recorded
Pa Peterson at the Citadel
Rockford, IL
3.2 mi2/53/51/5$21,212

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 Willows Health Center?▾
Willows Health Center has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated average.
How much does Willows Health Center 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). Willows Health Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Willows Health Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Willows Health Center had 12 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Nov 25, 2025). The current CMS dataset records 1 fine(s) totaling $12,909.
What are the staffing levels at Willows Health Center?▾
Willows Health Center provides 5.21 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.60 RN hours, 0.69 LPN hours, and 2.92 nurse aide hours.
How many beds does Willows Health Center have?▾
Willows Health Center has 50 certified beds with an average of 30.3 residents per day, resulting in approximately 61% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Willows Health Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Illinois, including 5 in Rockford. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Willows Health Center?▾
On Google Maps, Willows Health Center has a rating of 0.0 out of 5 based on 0 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 3/5.