nursing home in Niles, IL

Aperion Care Niles

6601 West Touhy Avenue, Niles, IL 60714 · (847) 647-9875

★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★4
  • Staffing★★★★★2
  • 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 Niles at a glance

Aperion Care Niles is a 99-bed for-profit nursing home in Niles, Illinois (Cook County).

CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Illinois average of 2.5.

Residents receive about 2.8 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.4 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (May 29, 2026) found 7 health citations. The Illinois average is 12.5.

Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $12,425.

Nursing staff turnover is 29.8% per year (state average 44.5%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Limited Liability Company
Beds
99
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Aperion Care
Medicare-certified since
December 30, 2000
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Cook County
CMS Certification Number
145999

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityIllinois avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 52.5 / 53 / 5Better
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 52.7 / 52.8 / 5Better
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 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)5 / 52.5 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility2.80 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)2.80 hrs3.45 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.52 hrs0.72 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.84 hrs2.09 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.54 hrs3.07 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)29.8%44.5%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)33.3%41.8%42.9%Better
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)053Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)4514380.6Better

Penalties

This facility1Illinois 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)121Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$12,425$111,013$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)131Average

Size

MeasureThis facilityIllinois avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds99128107
Average residents per day929586
Occupancy92.9%75%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility1.2%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)1.2%3.1%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)2.1%4.8%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)30.2%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)4.9%13.4%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)2.4%14.3%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)2.2%6.3%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)98.8%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)9.4%18.3%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)22.6%20.6%19%Worse
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)97.7%91.8%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)68.5%90.3%93.6%Worse

Short-stay residents

This facility0%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%2.2%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)82.8%63.1%79.8%Average
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)75.2%69.7%82%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 20 health deficiencies and 33 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
May 29, 2026
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 19, 2026
May 29, 2026
Fire safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 28, 2026
May 29, 2026
Fire safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 29, 2026
May 29, 2026
Fire safety
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 28, 2026
May 29, 2026
Fire safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 28, 2026
May 29, 2026
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 28, 2026
May 29, 2026
Fire safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 1, 2026
May 29, 2026
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 May 28, 2026
May 29, 2026
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 30, 2026
May 29, 2026
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 30, 2026
May 29, 2026
Standard
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 30, 2026
May 29, 2026
Standard
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 May 30, 2026
May 29, 2026
Standard
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 30, 2026
May 29, 2026
Standard
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 30, 2026
May 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 30, 2026
March 5, 2025
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 17, 2025
March 5, 2025
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 7, 2025
March 5, 2025
Fire safety
Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0531
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 21, 2025
March 5, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0926
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 17, 2025
March 5, 2025
Fire safety
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 17, 2025
March 5, 2025
Fire safety
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 17, 2025
March 5, 2025
Fire safety
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0225
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 6, 2025
March 5, 2025
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 March 6, 2025
March 5, 2025
Fire safety
Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0352
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 6, 2025
March 5, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 6, 2025
March 5, 2025
Fire safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 6, 2025
March 5, 2025
Fire safety
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 6, 2025
March 5, 2025
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected March 19, 2025
March 5, 2025
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 March 20, 2025
March 5, 2025
Standard
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0813
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 20, 2025
March 5, 2025
Standard
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 20, 2025
March 5, 2025
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 March 20, 2025
January 13, 2025
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
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected November 18, 2024
May 16, 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
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected May 17, 2024
April 4, 2024
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 14, 2024
April 4, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 28, 2024
April 4, 2024
Fire safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 22, 2024
April 4, 2024
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 22, 2024
April 4, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0926
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 22, 2024
April 4, 2024
Fire safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 22, 2024
April 4, 2024
Fire safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 22, 2024
April 4, 2024
Fire safety
Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0531
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 22, 2024
April 4, 2024
Fire safety
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0781
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 22, 2024
April 4, 2024
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 22, 2024
April 4, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 22, 2024
April 4, 2024
Fire safety
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 22, 2024
April 4, 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 April 23, 2024
April 4, 2024
Standard
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 5, 2024
April 4, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 5, 2024
April 4, 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 April 5, 2024
April 4, 2024
Standard
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 5, 2024
January 24, 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 January 31, 2024
January 24, 2024
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 31, 2024

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 $12,425 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
January 13, 2025Fine$12,425

Owners and managers

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

NameRoleShareSince
6601 W TOUHY, LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/26/2025
APERION CARE INC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/26/2025
APERION CONSULTING, LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022
CURIS SERVICES LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022
DAVID A BERKOWITZ REVOC TR DAVID BERKOWITZ TTEE
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022
JONAS, DEBBIJO
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022
KHAJURIA, RAJAN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022
PAZ AVERBUCH, BEATRISA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022
PEDRE, MANNY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022
POINTE PARK INVESTORS, LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022
SPECTOR, JENNIFER
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022
TUROFSKY, STEVEN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022
ULBERT, LISA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022
WILHELM, NAFTALI
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022
YOSEF MEYSTEL DECLARATION OF TR OF YOSEF MEYSTEL TTEE
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022
APERION CARE EXEC HOLDINGS LLC
Organization
direct ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022
DAVID A BERKOWITZ REVOC TR DAVID BERKOWITZ TTEE
Organization
direct ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022
JOSHUA HOFFMAN TRUST
Organization
direct ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022
YOSEF MEYSTEL DECLARATION OF TR OF YOSEF MEYSTEL TTEE
Organization
direct ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022
BERKOWITZ, DAVID
Individual
individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/26/2025
MEYSTEL, YOSEF
Individual
individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/26/2025
PEDRE, MANNY
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022
SPECTOR, JENNIFER
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022
ULBERT, LISA
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022
APERION CARE INC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022
JONAS, DEBBIJO
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022
KHAJURIA, RAJAN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022
PAZ AVERBUCH, BEATRISA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022
SPECTOR, JENNIFER
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022
TUROFSKY, STEVEN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022
ULBERT, LISA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022
WILHELM, NAFTALI
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/01/2022

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Frequently asked questions

What is Aperion Care Niles's rating?

Aperion Care Niles has 5 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 Niles 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 Niles 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 Niles?

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

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

Aperion Care Niles is at 6601 West Touhy Avenue, Niles, IL 60714. Phone: (847) 647-9875.

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.