nursing home in Alhambra, IL
Hitz Memorial Home
201 Belle Street, Alhambra, IL 62001 · (618) 488-2355
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Hitz Memorial Home at a glance
Hitz Memorial Home is a 59-bed non-profit nursing home in Alhambra, Illinois (Madison 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 3.8 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 12, 2026) found 6 health citations. The Illinois average is 12.5.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $64,845.
Nursing staff turnover is 41.7% per year (state average 44.5%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 59
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- March 1, 1997
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Madison County
- CMS Certification Number
- 145921
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.76 hrs | 3.45 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.43 hrs | 0.72 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.43 hrs | 2.09 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.35 hrs | 3.07 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 41.7% | 44.5% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 50% | 41.8% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 6 | 12 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 3 | 5 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 105.3 | 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) | 1 | 2 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $64,845 | $111,013 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 3 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 59 | 128 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 43 | 95 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 73.4% | 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) | 11.6% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7.4% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10.9% | 21.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 10.1% | 13.4% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 11.5% | 14.3% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.9% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.3% | 54.2% | 12.8% | Better |
| 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) | 20.1% | 18.3% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 26.9% | 20.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 91.3% | 91.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.8% | 90.3% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 2.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 81.1% | 69.7% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 15 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 24, 2026 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 25, 2026 |
| March 12, 2026 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected March 13, 2026 |
| March 12, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 13, 2026 |
| March 12, 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 March 13, 2026 |
| March 12, 2026 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 13, 2026 |
| March 12, 2026 Complaint | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 13, 2026 |
| March 19, 2025 Complaint | Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0839 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 19, 2025 |
| September 12, 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected September 13, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 Standard | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 23, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 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 September 23, 2024 |
| September 12, 2024 Complaint | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 13, 2024 |
| August 25, 2023 Fire safety | Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0026 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 7, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 2, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 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 September 2, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 2, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 2, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $64,845 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 12, 2026 | Fine | $64,845 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| DAUDERMAN, CHRISTINE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/28/2022 |
| ERNST, ASHLEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/25/2021 |
| GELLY, JANELLE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| HOOKS, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| HOSTO, TERRI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| RECKMAN, CAROL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| SCHELDT, DAVID Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| SCHMIDT, MARGIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/21/2019 |
| SCHUELER, DEAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2013 |
| STROHMEIER, RANDY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| SUHRE, RICHARD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/21/2019 |
| UHE, LISA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| WILSON, MAKENZIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/04/2020 |
| WOOD, JEREMY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/25/2021 |
| SCHUELER, DEAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2013 |
| WILSON, MAKENZIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/02/2021 |
| DAUDERMAN, CHRISTINE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/28/2022 |
| ERNST, ASHLEY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/25/2021 |
| GELLY, JANELLE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| HOOKS, DAVID Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| HOSTO, TERRI Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| RECKMAN, CAROL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2023 |
| SCHELDT, DAVID Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| SCHMIDT, MARGIE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/21/2019 |
| STROHMEIER, RANDY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2022 |
| SUHRE, RICHARD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/21/2019 |
| UHE, LISA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| WOOD, JEREMY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/25/2021 |
| SCHUELER, DEAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2013 |
| WILSON, MAKENZIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/02/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Hitz Memorial Home's rating?
Hitz Memorial Home 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 Hitz Memorial Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a Illinois average of 12.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Hitz Memorial Home 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 Hitz Memorial Home?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Hitz Memorial Home and how do I contact it?
Hitz Memorial Home is at 201 Belle Street, Alhambra, IL 62001. Phone: (618) 488-2355.
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.