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  • Aperion Care Midlothian

    Distance: 2.07 mi
    3249 147th St
    Midlothian, IL 60445
  • Crestwood Terrace

    Distance: 2.07 mi
    13301 S Central Ave
    Midlothian, IL 60445
  • -10 Points

    Plaza Terrace

    Distance: 2.07 mi
    3249 W 147th St
    Midlothian, IL 60445
  • McAllister Nursing Home, Inc.

    Distance: 2.69 mi
    Lavergne Ave
    Country Club Hills, IL 60478
  • The McAllister Nursing Home Inc

    Distance: 2.92 mi
    18300 S LaVergne Ave
    Tinley Park, IL 60477
  • 10 Points

    Imperial of Hazel Crest

    Distance: 3.34 mi
    3300 W 175th St
    Hazel Crest, IL 60429
  • 10 Points

    Lydia Healthcare Center

    Distance: 3.52 mi
    13901 S Lydia Ave
    Robbins, IL 60472
  • Lydia Health Care Ctr

    Distance: 3.52 mi
    13901 S Lydia Ave
    Robbins, IL 60472
  • 130 Points

    Crestwood Care Center

    Distance: 4.05 mi
    14255 S Cicero Ave
    Crestwood, IL 60445
  • 100 Points

    Crestwood Care and The Pointe

    Distance: 4.05 mi
    S Cicero Ave
    Crestwood, IL 60445
  • Crestwood Terrace Nursing Care

    Distance: 4.05 mi
    13301 Central Ave
    Crestwood, IL 60445
  • Blue Island Nursing Home

    Distance: 5 mi
    W 127th St
    Blue Island, IL 60406
  • Blue Island Nursing Home Inc

    Distance: 5 mi
    2427 W 127th St
    Blue Island, IL 60406
  • jarah granberry, cna 60 Points

    jarah granberry, cna

    Alden Heather Rehabilitation & Health Care Center
    Distance: 5.05 mi
    15600 S Honore St
    Harvey, IL 60426
  • 10 Points

    Dixie Manor Sheltered Care Inc

    Distance: 5.05 mi
    15535 Dixie Hwy
    Harvey, IL 60426
  • Alden Heather Rehab & Health

    Distance: 5.05 mi
    Honore Ave
    Harvey, IL 60426
  • Dixie Manor Sheltered Care Hm

    Distance: 5.05 mi
    15535 Dixie Hwy
    Harvey, IL 60426
  • Halsted Manor

    Distance: 5.05 mi
    16044 Halsted St
    Harvey, IL 60426
  • South Suburban Manor

    Distance: 5.05 mi
    16128 Halsted St
    Harvey, IL 60426
  • HCR ManorCare 260 Points

    HCR ManorCare

    ManorCare Health Services
    Distance: 5.13 mi
    940 Maple Ave
    Homewood, IL 60430
  • 100 Points

    South Suburban Nursing and Rehab

    Distance: 5.13 mi
    19000 South Halsted
    Homewood, IL 60430
  • 20 Points

    South Suburban Rehabilitation Center

    Distance: 5.13 mi
    19000 Halsted St
    Homewood, IL 60430
  • Manor Care

    Distance: 5.13 mi
    940 Maple Rd
    Homewood, IL 60430
  • Mercy Health Care & Rehab Ctr

    Distance: 5.13 mi
    S Halsted St
    Homewood, IL 60425
  • HCR ManorCare 260 Points

    HCR ManorCare

    ManorCare Health Services
    Distance: 5.26 mi
    11860 Southwest Hwy
    Palos Heights, IL 60463
  • Dana Ohara, Admissions Director 110 Points

    Dana Ohara, Admissions Director

    Providence of Palos Heights
    Distance: 5.26 mi
    13259 S Central Ave
    Palos Heights, IL 60463
  • 10 Points

    ManorCare at Palos Heights

    Distance: 5.26 mi
    7850 W College Dr
    Palos Heights, IL 60463
  • -20 Points

    ManorCare at Palos Heights West

    Distance: 5.26 mi
    11860 Southwest Hwy
    Palos Heights, IL 60463
  • Marianjoy At Rest Haven Centrl

    Distance: 5.26 mi
    13259 S Central Ave
    Palos Heights, IL 60463
  • Park Villa

    Distance: 5.26 mi
    12550 S Ridgeland Ave
    Palos Heights, IL 60463
  • Rest Haven Central Christian Services

    Distance: 5.26 mi
    13259 South Central Avenue
    Palos Heights, IL 60463
  • Rest Haven Illiana Christian

    Distance: 5.26 mi
    13259 S Central Ave
    Palos Heights, IL 60463
  • 100 Points

    Alden Orland Park and Rehabilitation

    Distance: 5.99 mi
    16450 S 97th Ave
    Orland Park, IL 60467
  • 100 Points

    Lexington Health Care Center of Orland Park,

    Distance: 5.99 mi
    14601 John Humphrey Dr
    Orland Park, IL 60462
  • 40 Points

    Alden Orland Park Prairie Village

    Distance: 5.99 mi
    16450 S 97th Ave
    Orland Park, IL 60467
  • Brighton Gardens of Orland Park

    Distance: 5.99 mi
    16051 South La Grange Road Ofc
    Orland Park, IL 60467
  • -40 Points

    Lexington of Orland Park

    Distance: 5.99 mi
    14601 S John Humphrey Dr
    Orland Park, IL 60462
  • Smith Crossing

    Distance: 5.99 mi
    10501 Emilie Lane
    Orland Park, IL 60467
  • 110 Points

    Holy Family Villa

    Distance: 6.3 mi
    12220 S Will Cook Rd
    Palos Park, IL 60464
  • Holy Family Villa

    Distance: 6.3 mi
    12220 Will Cook Rd
    Palos Park, IL 60464
  • Sunrise Assisted Living of Palos Park

    Distance: 6.3 mi
    12828 South La Grange Road
    Palos Park, IL 60464
  • Applewood Center

    Distance: 7.01 mi
    21020 S Kostner Ave
    Matteson, IL 60443
  • Applewood Nursing & Rehab Ctr

    Distance: 7.01 mi
    Kostner Ave
    Matteson, IL 60443
  • 300 Points

    Lexington Health Care of Chicago Ridge, Inc.

    Distance: 7.05 mi
    10300 Southwest Hwy
    Chicago Ridge, IL 60415
  • Chicago Ridge Rehab

    Distance: 7.05 mi
    10602 Southwest Hwy
    Chicago Ridge, IL 60415
  • Fairhaven of Chicago Ridge

    Distance: 7.05 mi
    10602 Southwest Hwy
    Chicago Ridge, IL 60415
  • Charlene Stovall, CNA

    Charlene Stovall, CNA

    Lexington of Chicago Ridge
    Distance: 7.05 mi
    10300 Southwest Hwy
    Chicago Ridge, IL 60415
  • HCR ManorCare
    560 Points

    HCR ManorCare

    Arden Courts of South Holland
    Distance: 7.07 mi
    2045 E 170th St
    South Holland, IL 60473
  • Icy Perteet, Mrs 130 Points

    Icy Perteet, Mrs

    HCR Manor Care Health Services
    Distance: 7.07 mi
    2145 E 170th St
    South Holland, IL 60473

Nursing Home Info

Nursing Home Summary:
A nursing home is a long-term care facility that offers around the clock nursing care for individuals with chronic illness or injury who are unable to care for themselves in an independent manner. Nursing homes house those who are elderly and unable to continue caring for themselves, as well as individuals of all ages who have chronic health concerns or permanent physical or mental disabilities that prevent them from being able to care for themselves. A nursing home may also be referred to as a nursing facility, skilled nursing, nursing center, convalescent home, retirement home, assisted living, elderly home, rehabilitation center, rehab center, eldercare, Alzheimer care and/or rest home.

Nursing Home Conditions Treated:


While nursing homes do not treat medical conditions in the same way that physicians and hospital facilities do, the medical staff does provide monitoring and care for those with chronic illness, severe injuries, physical disabilities, developmental disabilities, and mental disabilities. The assistants in nursing homes also provide daily care and personal services to those residents who cannot complete these tasks without assistance.

Nursing Home Specialties:


There are a variety of treatment modalities used in nursing homes, with the majority of care being provided by a nursing staff and nursing assistants. The nursing home may lean more toward task-oriented care or resident-oriented care or somewhere in between the two approaches. There are basically three common types of nursing care facilities in the United States, including Intermediate Care Facilities, Assisted Living Facilities, and Skilled Nursing Facilities.

Nursing Home Procedures and Treatments:


The staff in nursing homes help to provide custodial care for their residents. They help with those who need assistance for bathing, grooming, dressing, and eating. Nursing staff gives oversight to distribution of treatments including prescribed and over-the-counter medications. Some additional treatments provided in a nursing home setting involve occupational therapy, physical therapy, and providing transportation to medical appointments.

Nursing Home Details:


Each state performs inspections on nursing homes to be sure they meet specific certification requirements. The designated inspection agency in each state is responsible for licensing and certification of nursing homes. Depending on the type of facility, the state may have the final say on certification, or the result of the inspection may be sent to a regional office where the final decision will be made. There is also inspection performed at the federal level, especially for those facilities that are publicly funded or receive payments from Medicare and Medicaid. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services is also responsible for inspections, certification, and licensing in these cases.


Nursing Home FAQs:

Aren't nursing homes for older people?
While nursing homes do provide care for elderly residents, they also provide care for people of all ages who have chronic illnesses or disabilities that require around the clock medical care or help with custodial care issues.

Aren't nursing homes expensive?
Like other care providers, nursing home costs vary depending on the type of facility. While private facilities may cost more than state facilities, both types of facilities typically take different types of insurance payments as well. Help is available for those with low income.

How do I know when it is time to consider a nursing home or assisted living center?
The decision to consider assisted living or skilled nursing typically depends on the availability and willingness of family to meet the needs of the person in care. When the care requirements of someone become too impractical for family, then it is time to seriously consider assisted living or nursing care. When an individual has mental or physical disabilities that make it unsafe to be without 24 hour care and supervision, then an assisted living center should be considered. When an individual has serious health issues requiring 24 hour nursing, then a facility with skilled nursing available should be considered.

How can I make sure the nursing home provides the level of care I need?
Call the nursing home before-hand. Ask to talk to the head nurse. Ask if they they provide skilled or custodial care. Ask if a bed is available. It is a good idea to print this nursing home checklist and simply run through the list of questions on the phone.

How do I know if a nursing home is Medicare or Medicaid-certified?
The easiest way to find out is to find a local nursing home in the Wellness.com directory and call them to confirm.

How do I find the best nursing home in my area?
Every nursing home is different. It is recommended that you invest enough time to find the best nursing home that fits within your budget. Doing complete reference checks and spending time in the facility before committing is the best way to do research.


Nursing Home Related Terms:
nursing home, retirement home, disability, elderly, aging, assisted living, skilled nursing, nursing facility, nursing center, convalescent home, elderly home, rehabilitation center, rehab center, eldercare, Alzheimer care and/or rest home