nursing home in Elgin, IL

Aperion Care Elgin

134 North McLean Boulevard, Elgin, IL 60121 · (847) 742-8822

★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★3
  • Staffing★★★★★1
  • Quality measures★★★★★5

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Aperion Care Elgin at a glance

Aperion Care Elgin is a 101-bed for-profit nursing home in Elgin, Illinois (Kane County).

CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Illinois average of 2.5.

Residents receive about 2.7 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.4 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (April 24, 2025) found 7 health citations. The Illinois average is 12.5.

Federal regulators fined it 3 times in the past three years, totaling $56,661.

Nursing staff turnover is 49.1% per year (state average 44.5%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Individual
Beds
101
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Aperion Care
Medicare-certified since
April 1, 1993
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Kane County
CMS Certification Number
145740

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityIllinois avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 52.5 / 53 / 5Average
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 52.7 / 52.8 / 5Average
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 52.1 / 52.9 / 5Worse
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53 / 53.6 / 5Better
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 53.4 / 53.8 / 5Better
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)4 / 52.5 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility2.72 hrsIllinois average3.45 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Illinois and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIllinois avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)2.72 hrs3.45 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.68 hrs0.72 hrs0.69 hrsAverage
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.51 hrs2.09 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.40 hrs3.07 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)49.1%44.5%45.8%Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)53.3%41.8%42.9%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)001Better

Inspections

This facility7Illinois average12U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Illinois and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIllinois avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)7129Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)253Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)85.814380.6Worse

Penalties

This facility3Illinois average2U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Illinois and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIllinois avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)321Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$56,661$111,013$30,972Worse
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)331Worse

Size

MeasureThis facilityIllinois avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds101128107
Average residents per day919586
Occupancy89.6%75%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility0.6%Illinois average3.1%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Illinois and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIllinois avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)0.6%3.1%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)5.7%4.8%4.6%Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)38.3%21.7%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0.3%1.5%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0.2%0.9%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)4.6%13.4%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)7%14.3%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)4.9%6.3%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)94.9%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)12.7%18.3%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)29%20.6%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)98.8%91.8%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)95.6%90.3%93.6%Average

Short-stay residents

This facility0.9%Illinois average2.2%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Illinois and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityIllinois avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)0.9%2.2%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)41.8%63.1%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)33.3%69.7%82%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 35 health deficiencies and 15 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".

DateCitationSeverityStatus
November 30, 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 December 1, 2025
September 17, 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 September 18, 2025
April 24, 2025
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 12, 2025
April 24, 2025
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 25, 2025
April 24, 2025
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 April 25, 2025
April 24, 2025
Standard
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0694
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 25, 2025
April 24, 2025
Standard
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 25, 2025
April 24, 2025
Standard
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 25, 2025
April 2, 2025
Complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 3, 2025
April 2, 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 April 3, 2025
March 5, 2025
Complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 6, 2025
March 5, 2025
Complaint
Help the resident make transportation arrangements to and from radiology services.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0778
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 6, 2025
March 5, 2025
Complaint
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0685
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 6, 2025
March 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 March 6, 2025
March 5, 2025
Complaint
Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0776
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 6, 2025
February 15, 2025
Complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected February 16, 2025
May 3, 2024
Fire safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 23, 2024
May 3, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 23, 2024
May 3, 2024
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 23, 2024
May 3, 2024
Fire safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 23, 2024
May 3, 2024
Fire safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 23, 2024
May 3, 2024
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 May 14, 2024
May 3, 2024
Standard
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 14, 2024
May 3, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 4, 2024
May 3, 2024
Standard
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 4, 2024
May 3, 2024
Standard
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 4, 2024
May 3, 2024
Standard
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 4, 2024
May 3, 2024
Standard
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 4, 2024
May 3, 2024
Standard
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0740
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 14, 2024
May 3, 2024
Standard
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 4, 2024
May 3, 2024
Standard
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 4, 2024
April 22, 2024
Complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
J
Immediate jeopardy, isolated
Corrected April 23, 2024
November 7, 2023
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 November 8, 2023
June 8, 2023
Fire safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 3, 2023
June 8, 2023
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 29, 2023
June 8, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 30, 2023
June 8, 2023
Fire safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 29, 2023
June 8, 2023
Fire safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 29, 2023
June 8, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 30, 2023
June 8, 2023
Fire safety
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0225
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 29, 2023
June 8, 2023
Fire safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 29, 2023
June 8, 2023
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 29, 2023
June 8, 2023
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 21, 2023
June 8, 2023
Standard
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 21, 2023
June 8, 2023
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 June 21, 2023
June 8, 2023
Standard
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 21, 2023
June 8, 2023
Standard
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 21, 2023
June 8, 2023
Standard
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 21, 2023
June 8, 2023
Standard
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 21, 2023
June 8, 2023
Standard
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0565
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected June 21, 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 3 federal penalties in the past three years, including $56,661 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
May 28, 2026Fine$29,280
February 15, 2025Fine$12,948
April 22, 2024Fine$14,433

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
ELISHEVA MEYSTEL IRREVOCABLE TRUST
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest22%01/01/2021
134 N. MCLEAN BLVD., LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/18/2025
APERION CARE INC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/18/2025
APERION CONSULTING, LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015
BEHR, JOSHUA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015
CURIS SERVICES LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015
DAVID A BERKOWITZ DELTA TRUST
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2021
DAVID A BERKOWITZ REVOC TR DAVID BERKOWITZ TTEE
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2021
JUDE, JODIE
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015
MARTIN, LORNA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015
SHROFF, PRANAV KUMAR
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2023
SPECTOR, JENNIFER
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015
TUROFSKY, STEVEN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/14/2023
ULBERT, LISA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015
WILHELM, NAFTALI
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015
YOSEF MEYSTEL DECLARATION OF TR OF YOSEF MEYSTEL TTEE
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2021
YOSEF MEYSTEL DELTA TRUST
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2021
JUDE, JODIE
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015
SPECTOR, JENNIFER
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015
FREDERICK S FRANKEL TRUST
Organization
direct ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2021
KODER, MICHELLE
Individual
direct ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015
TUROFSKY, STEVEN
Individual
direct ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015
BERKOWITZ, DAVID
Individual
individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/18/2025
FRANKEL, FREDERICK
Individual
individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/16/2025
MEYSTEL, YOSEF
Individual
individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/18/2025
TUROFSKY, STEVEN
Individual
individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/31/2025
BEHR, JOSHUA
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015
JUDE, JODIE
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015
MARTIN, LORNA
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015
ULBERT, LISA
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015
APERION CARE INC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015
BEHR, JOSHUA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015
MARTIN, LORNA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015
SHROFF, PRANAV KUMAR
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE07/01/2023
SPECTOR, JENNIFER
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015
TUROFSKY, STEVEN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015
ULBERT, LISA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015
WILHELM, NAFTALI
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2015

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Frequently asked questions

What is Aperion Care Elgin's rating?

Aperion Care Elgin has 3 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 Elgin receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a Illinois average of 12.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Aperion Care Elgin 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 Elgin?

It is for profit - individual and part of Aperion Care. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Aperion Care Elgin and how do I contact it?

Aperion Care Elgin is at 134 North McLean Boulevard, Elgin, IL 60121. Phone: (847) 742-8822.

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.