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One of the most common questions the attorneys at Rosenberg, Eisenberg & Associates, LLC, receive is where to place loved ones who need nursing home care. With an office at 841 E. North Avenue, Highway 20 East, Stockton, IL, our local nursing home attorneys can help answer questions you have about finding a nursing home for you or a loved one.
Finding a good nursing home for a loved one can seem impossible. In fact, Stockton is home to only one nursing home, Waverly Place of Stockton. For variety, it is important to look at some of the surrounding areas as well.
There are many resources to help individuals make informed decisions on nursing home placement. Below is a list of nursing homes in and around Stockton and their ratings according to U.S. News & World Report:
Waverly Place of Stockton*
501 East Front Street, P.O. Box 38, Stockton, IL 61085
Number of beds: 49
Overall Rating: 1 out of 5 stars
Health Inspections: 1 out of 5 stars
Nurse Staffing: 3 out of 5 stars
Quality Measures: 1 out of 5 stars
Galena Stauss Nursing Home*
215 Summit Street, Galena, IL 61036
Number of beds: 57
Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Health Inspections: 4 out of 5 stars
Nurse Staffing: 3 out of 5 stars
Quality Measures: 2 out of 5 stars
Elizabeth Nursing Home*
540 Pleasant Street, Elizabeth, IL 61028
Number of beds: 49
Overall Rating: 4 out of 5 stars
Health Inspections: 4 out of 5 stars
Nurse Staffing: 4 out of 5 stars
Quality Measures: 2 out of 5 stars
Good Samaritan Society — Mount Carroll*
1006 North, P.O. Box #38, Stockton, IL 61085
Number of beds: 49
Overall Rating: 1 out of 5 stars
Health Inspections: 1 out of 5 stars
Nurse Staffing: 3 out of 5 stars
Quality Measures: 1 out of 5 stars
Lena Living Center*
1010 South Logan Street, Lena, IL 61048
Number of beds: 92
Overall Rating: 1 out of 5 stars
Health Inspections: 1 out of 5 stars
Nurse Staffing: 3 out of 5 stars
Quality Measures: 1 out of 5 stars
While this list can be a good starting point for the nursing homes in your area, it is important to keep in mind that a high rating is no guarantee of good care, and a low rating is not a guarantee of poor care. In addition to research, the following suggestions may be beneficial in determining the right nursing home for you or your loved one:
Visit the nursing home and tour the facility.
Speak with the department heads of the nursing home, including the director of nursing and administrator.
Talk to staff about your questions and concerns.
If your loved one suffers from any of the below conditions, it may be a sign that he or she is being abused or neglected:
A sharp and sudden decline in mental or physical ability
Contact our Stockton attorneys today for a free case evaluation so we can help you determine your options for seeking maximum compensation.