Heritage Health Gillespie is a medium-sized care facility located in Gillespie, Illinois, offering both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care services. The facility has a total of 100 beds and is owned by a for-profit corporate entity. It participates in both Medicare and Medicaid programs, making it accessible to a wide range of individuals in need of skilled nursing care.
The facility has been rated as average for both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, based on data from July 2023 and earlier. In terms of post-acute care, Heritage Health Gillespie has a track record of 53.0% of residents being able to return home after being discharged, with no major falls reported among residents. However, there was an 8.4% rate of serious infections resulting in hospitalization among short-term rehabilitation stays.
When it comes to daily care needs, the facility has maintained a high standard, with 86.9% of residents able to perform daily activities without assistance. Additionally, all residents received the annual influenza vaccination, showing a commitment to maintaining the health and well-being of those in their care. Nurse staffing consistency is also high, with a registered nurse on site for at least 8 hours on 99.2% of days.
Heritage Health Gillespie has received citations in recent health inspections, including a failure to provide enough food and fluids to maintain a resident's health, as well as issues with labeling and storing medications. These violations were marked as low potential for harm, with few residents affected. The facility has paid fines totaling $62,422 over the past three years, indicating a commitment to addressing and rectifying issues as they arise.
Overall, Heritage Health Gillespie aims to provide quality care and support to residents in need of rehabilitation and long-term care services. With a focus on maintaining health and safety standards, as well as ensuring residents' comfort and well-being, the facility strives to create a welcoming and supportive environment for those in their care.