nursing home in Chicago Heights, IL
Aperion Care Chicago Heights
490 West 16th Place, Chicago Heights, IL 60411 · (708) 481-4444
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Aperion Care Chicago Heights at a glance
Aperion Care Chicago Heights is a 200-bed for-profit nursing home in Chicago Heights, Illinois (Cook County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Illinois average of 2.5.
Residents receive about 2.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 29, 2026) found 13 health citations. The Illinois average is 12.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 53.3% per year (state average 44.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 200
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Aperion Care
- Medicare-certified since
- November 1, 1967
- Resident/family council
- None
- County
- Cook County
- CMS Certification Number
- 145180
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 2.14 hrs | 3.45 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.34 hrs | 0.72 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.39 hrs | 2.09 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.79 hrs | 3.07 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 53.3% | 44.5% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 60% | 41.8% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 13 | 12 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 5 | 5 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 113 | 143 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $111,013 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 200 | 128 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 142 | 95 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 70.9% | 75% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 0.5% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0.6% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 94.3% | 21.7% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 0.7% | 13.4% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 1.1% | 14.3% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.1% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 97.9% | 54.2% | 12.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 9.1% | 18.3% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 3.9% | 20.6% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.6% | 91.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 82.4% | 90.3% | 93.6% | Worse |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 55.2% | 63.1% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 24.2% | 69.7% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 29 health deficiencies and 5 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 29, 2026 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 7, 2026 |
| March 13, 2026 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 18, 2026 |
| March 13, 2026 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 18, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 Fire safety | Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0007 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 Fire safety | Establish policies and procedures for sheltering. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0022 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 25, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 27, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 30, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 Standard | Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0924 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 30, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 Standard | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 30, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 30, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 30, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 30, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 30, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 30, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 Complaint | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 30, 2026 |
| December 24, 2025 Complaint | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 31, 2025 |
| July 22, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 25, 2025 |
| July 22, 2025 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 25, 2025 |
| July 22, 2025 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 25, 2025 |
| June 5, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 9, 2025 |
| May 11, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 16, 2025 |
| February 23, 2025 Complaint | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 24, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 13, 2025 |
| November 22, 2024 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 25, 2024 |
| August 23, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 24, 2024 |
| July 19, 2024 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 24, 2024 |
| July 19, 2024 Fire safety | Establish policies and procedures for sheltering. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0022 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 24, 2024 |
| July 19, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 22, 2024 |
| July 19, 2024 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 22, 2024 |
| July 19, 2024 Standard | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected July 22, 2024 |
| June 14, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 28, 2024 |
| March 2, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 8, 2024 |
| March 2, 2024 Complaint | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 8, 2024 |
| November 16, 2023 Complaint | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 1, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1219 LIMTED PARTNERSHIP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/30/2008 |
| 257 LIMTED PARTNERSHIP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2010 |
| 42170 LIMTED PARTNERSHIP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/30/2008 |
| APERION CARE INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/18/2025 |
| APERION CONSULTING, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| BARNABAS, SATISH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| CRISLER, CRISTINA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| CURIS SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| DAVID A BERKOWITZ REVOC TR DAVID BERKOWITZ TTEE Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| DECLARATION OF TRUST OF YOSEF MEYSTEL Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2012 |
| JUDE, JODIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| RIVIERA REALTY, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/18/2025 |
| TAYLOR, KATHLEEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| TUROFSKY, STEVEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| SPECTOR, JENNIFER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| 417A LIMITED PARTNERSHIP Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| BIDER FAMILY TRUST Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| CHAVIN, RACHEL Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| DENNIS RIBEN TRUST DTD 12/7/87 Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| INOFRE, CHRISTINA Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| ISADORE MEYSTEL REVOCABLE TRUST Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| JAY MEYSTEL TRUST Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| JOYCE L. RUBEN TRUST DTD 11/16/94 Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| LAFER, REBECCA Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| STEIN, ZALMEN Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| WEINSTOCK, DAVID Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/23/2026 |
| WROTSLOVSKTY, SHELDON Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| BERKOWITZ, DAVID Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/25/2025 |
| MEYSTEL, YOSEF Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/25/2025 |
| CRISLER, CRISTINA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| JUDE, JODIE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| APERION CARE INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| BARNABAS, SATISH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| CRISLER, CRISTINA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| SPECTOR, JENNIFER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| TAYLOR, KATHLEEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| ULBERT, LISA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
| WILHELM, NAFTALI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2008 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Aperion Care Chicago Heights's rating?
Aperion Care Chicago Heights has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Illinois nursing homes is 2.5 stars.
How many inspection citations did Aperion Care Chicago Heights receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 13 citations, compared with a Illinois average of 12.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Aperion Care Chicago Heights accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Aperion Care Chicago Heights?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Aperion Care. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Aperion Care Chicago Heights and how do I contact it?
Aperion Care Chicago Heights is at 490 West 16th Place, Chicago Heights, IL 60411. Phone: (708) 481-4444.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.