nursing home in Stickney, IL
Ahva Care of Stickney
3900 South Oak Park Avenue, Stickney, IL 60402 · (708) 484-7543
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Ahva Care of Stickney at a glance
Ahva Care of Stickney is a 51-bed for-profit nursing home in Stickney, Illinois (Cook 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 (1.1 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 23, 2024) found 2 health citations. The Illinois average is 12.5.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $26,813.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 51
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- April 5, 2005
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Cook County
- CMS Certification Number
- 146078
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) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
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) | 1.09 hrs | 0.72 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.13 hrs | 2.09 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.58 hrs | 3.07 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| 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) | 2 | 12 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 5 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 40 | 143 | 80.6 | Better |
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) | $26,813 | $111,013 | $30,972 | Better |
| 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 | 51 | 128 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 37 | 95 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 71.6% | 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% | 3.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.5% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 9.1% | 21.7% | 15.4% | Better |
| 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) | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 6.4% | 13.4% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.5% | 6.3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 99.2% | 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) | 17% | 18.3% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 15.7% | 20.6% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.5% | 91.8% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 91.2% | 90.3% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Illinois avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 6.3% | 2.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 28.9% | 63.1% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 47.3% | 69.7% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 8 health deficiencies and 10 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 25, 2026 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected April 13, 2026 |
| January 16, 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 February 3, 2025 |
| September 23, 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 October 9, 2024 |
| September 14, 2024 Complaint | Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0678 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 28, 2024 |
| May 23, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 17, 2024 |
| May 23, 2024 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 17, 2024 |
| May 23, 2024 Fire safety | Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0023 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 17, 2024 |
| May 23, 2024 Fire safety | Establish policies and procedures for volunteers. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0024 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 17, 2024 |
| May 23, 2024 Standard | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0801 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 16, 2024 |
| November 17, 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 December 6, 2023 |
| March 16, 2023 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 11, 2023 |
| March 16, 2023 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 8, 2023 |
| March 16, 2023 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 8, 2023 |
| March 16, 2023 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 8, 2023 |
| March 16, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 7, 2023 |
| February 4, 2022 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 28, 2022 |
| February 4, 2022 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 28, 2022 |
| February 4, 2022 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 February 15, 2022 |
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 $26,813 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 25, 2026 | Fine | $26,813 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| AHVA SOUTHWEST HOLDCO, LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 12/02/2020 |
| BAVER, ELANA Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 80% | 12/02/2020 |
| BAVER, ELANA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/17/2021 |
| BAVER, ELANA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/18/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Ahva Care of Stickney's rating?
Ahva Care of Stickney 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 Ahva Care of Stickney receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Illinois average of 12.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Ahva Care of Stickney 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 Ahva Care of Stickney?
It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Ahva Care of Stickney and how do I contact it?
Ahva Care of Stickney is at 3900 South Oak Park Avenue, Stickney, IL 60402. Phone: (708) 484-7543.
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.