SeniorCareRanked
Illinois/SKOKIE
58
Fair

GROVE OF SKOKIE, THE

9000 LA VERGNE AVENUE, SKOKIE, IL 60077
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

GROVE OF SKOKIE, THE is a 149-bed for profit - limited liability company nursing home located in SKOKIE, Illinois. It has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 58 out of 100, indicating average quality. Staff turnover is 19.4%. This facility has no recorded fines. 3 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection. It is part of the LEGACY HEALTHCARE chain.

How This Compares

Trust Score58/100 (↑ Better than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating4/5 stars (↑ Better than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day2.4 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.33 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover19% (↑ Better than avg 40%)
Deficiencies3 (↑ Better than avg 4)

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
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Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day2.4
RN hours/resident/day0.33
Staff turnover19.4%
RN turnover33.3%

Facility Information

Beds149
Avg residents134.9
OwnershipFor profit - Limited Liability company
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
ChainLEGACY HEALTHCARE
Deficiencies (last inspection)3
Resident/Family councilYes

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What to Look for When Visiting GROVE OF SKOKIE, THE

Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

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Is there an unpleasant smell?

A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

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Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

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Count staff vs. residents during your visit

GROVE OF SKOKIE, THE reports 2.4 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

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Ask about staff consistency

Staff turnover is 19.4% — below average, which is a positive sign for care continuity. Still ask whether your family member will have consistent caregivers assigned.

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Ask about their most recent inspection

3 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.