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Stephenson Nursing Center

2946 South Walnut Road, Freeport, IL 61032

Nursing Home Rehabilitation
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Estimated Pricing

Studio
Estimated $7,500

Price Comparison

  • Average City Price: $7,446
  • Average State Price: $8,401
  • Average National Price: $7,508


  • Stephenson Nursing Center Description

    Walnut Acres offers high quality, skilled nursing care in a nurturing environment for residents in Northwest, Illinois. We have a long-standing commitment of excellence and ongoing initiatives to expand and improve our facility and services that have earned us an outstanding reputation in the community. Today, we have grown to become one of the most comprehensive, full-service facilities in Stephenson County. We offer long and short-term rehabilitation, respite services and hospice services.

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    Care Types at Community

    This community offers the following types of care

    Nursing Home

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    Health

    Physical therapy

    Occupational therapy

    Speech-language pathology

    Skilled nursing care

    Hospice services

    Restorative nursing


    Services

    Mobility, gait stability, posture and positioning training

    Exercise programs for muscle function, coordination, endurance

    Joint and soft tissue mobilization

    Adaptive techniques or equipment

    Strengthening and coordination exercises

    Exercises for normal joint movement


    Activities

    Community bingo

    Wellness

    Special events


    Dining

    Fresh Ideas Food Service Management

    Made-from-scratch meals

    Personalized menus

    Specific dietary and nutrition needs

    Dining services



    Information from Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Nursing Home Ratings

    Overall rating: 1
    Health inspection rating: 2
    Staffing rating: 3
    Quality measure rating: 1
    Long-term quality measure rating: 3
    Short-term quality measure rating: 1


    Nursing Home Overview

    Participation date: Nov. 1, 1996
    Ownership type: Government
    Provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
    Nursing home capacity: 148
    Total current residents: 53
    Facility is located in a hospital: No
    Automatic sprinkler system: Yes
    Resident and family council: Resident


    Facility Incident, Complaints and Fines

    Number of facility incidents: 0
    Number of substantiated complaints: 14
    Number of payment denials: 3
    Number of fines: 8
    Total cost of fines: $198779


    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services give each Nursing Home a Star Rating from 1-5 with 5 being the highest.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services gather information about the number of hours of care provided on average to each resident each day by staff as well as the turnover of staff.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around quality measures for residents of Nursing Homes.

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    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services tracks information around COVID-19 vaccination rates of Nursing Home residents and staff members.

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    Health and Fire Safety Deficiencies

    The Center for Medicare and Medicaid report health and fire safety deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies are more severe than others. The following table shows different levels of severity.

    Scope
    Severity of Deficiency Isolated Pattern Widespread
    Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety J K L
    Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy G H I
    No actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm that is not immediate jeopardy D E F
    No actual harm with potential for minimal harm A B C

    Fire Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2023-01-12 2023-02-14 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Provide primary/alternate means for communication.
    2023-01-12 2023-03-05 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish staff and initial training requirements.
    2023-01-12 2023-03-05 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
    2023-01-12 2023-02-02 E Egress Deficiencies Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
    2023-01-12 2023-01-19 F Smoke Deficiencies Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
    2023-01-12 2023-02-03 C Smoke Deficiencies Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
    2023-01-12 2023-01-19 F Smoke Deficiencies Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems.
    2023-01-12 2023-02-06 F Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2023-01-12 2023-02-01 C Smoke Deficiencies Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
    2023-01-12 2023-02-03 F Miscellaneous Deficiencies To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
    2023-01-12 2023-01-24 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
    2023-01-12 2023-01-12 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
    2022-03-08 2022-04-07 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
    2022-03-08 2022-04-07 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.
    2022-03-08 2022-04-07 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.
    2022-03-08 2022-04-07 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Provide primary/alternate means for communication.
    2022-03-08 2022-04-07 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish methods for sharing information.
    2022-03-08 2022-04-07 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish staff and initial training requirements.
    2022-03-08 2022-04-07 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
    2022-03-08 2022-04-07 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Implement emergency and standby power systems.
    2022-03-08 2022-04-07 E Egress Deficiencies Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
    2022-03-08 2022-04-07 E Egress Deficiencies Have exits that are accessible at all times.
    2022-03-08 2022-04-07 E Egress Deficiencies Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
    2022-03-08 2022-04-07 E Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    2022-03-08 2022-04-07 E Smoke Deficiencies Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    2022-03-08 2022-04-18 F Smoke Deficiencies Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
    2022-03-08 2022-04-07 E Smoke Deficiencies Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
    2022-03-08 2022-04-07 C Miscellaneous Deficiencies Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
    2022-03-08 2022-04-14 F Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.
    2021-05-27 2021-06-30 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
    2021-05-27 2021-06-30 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.
    2021-05-27 2021-06-30 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish policies and procedures for sheltering.
    2021-05-27 2021-06-30 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
    2021-05-27 2021-06-15 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Provide primary/alternate means for communication.
    2021-05-27 2021-06-30 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs.
    2021-05-27 2021-06-30 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Establish emergency prep training and testing.
    2021-05-27 2021-06-15 F Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies Implement emergency and standby power systems.
    2021-05-27 2021-06-15 D Egress Deficiencies Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
    2021-05-27 2021-06-15 E Smoke Deficiencies Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
    2021-05-27 2021-06-15 E Smoke Deficiencies Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
    2021-05-27 2021-06-15 E Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Health Safety Deficiencies

    Survey Date Correction Date Letter Category Description
    2023-01-23 2023-02-08 G Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2023-01-23 2023-02-08 G Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
    2022-12-22 2022-12-31 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
    2022-12-22 2023-01-01 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2022-12-08 2022-12-31 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
    2022-12-08 2022-12-31 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2022-12-08 2022-12-31 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
    2022-12-08 2022-12-31 E Pharmacy Service Deficiencies 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.
    2022-12-08 2022-12-31 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2022-04-07 2022-04-08 E Resident Rights Deficiencies 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.
    2022-01-31 2022-02-21 F Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2021-09-30 2021-10-15 D Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
    2021-09-30 2021-10-15 D Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
    2022-03-03 2022-03-23 E Resident Rights Deficiencies Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
    2022-03-03 2022-03-23 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    2022-03-03 2022-03-23 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2022-03-03 2022-03-23 G Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2022-03-03 2022-03-23 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    2022-03-03 2022-03-23 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
    2022-03-03 2022-03-23 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies 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.
    2022-03-03 2022-03-23 E Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
    2022-03-03 2022-03-23 F Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2022-03-03 2022-03-23 D Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2022-03-03 2022-04-01 F Infection Control Deficiencies Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19
    2020-12-22 2021-01-08 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2020-12-01 2020-12-17 D Resident Rights Deficiencies Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
    2020-12-01 2020-12-17 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2020-10-26 2020-12-17 G Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    2020-10-26 2020-12-01 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
    2020-10-26 2020-12-01 L Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    2020-09-24 2020-12-01 D Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    2021-05-12 2021-05-27 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
    2021-05-12 2021-05-27 D Pharmacy Service Deficiencies 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.
    2021-05-12 2021-05-27 F Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    2021-05-12 2021-06-08 L Infection Control Deficiencies Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Fines

    Fine Date Fine Amount
    2019-04-25 $19,426
    2020-09-24 $240,985
    2020-09-24 $135,000
    2021-03-22 $650
    2021-03-29 $975
    2021-05-12 $24,760
    2021-05-12 $16,094
    2021-07-05 $1,300
    2021-07-05 $1,310
    2022-01-31 $20,000
    2022-03-03 $15,000
    2022-03-03 $9,750
    2022-12-08 $15,000

    Denials

    Denial Date Payment Denial Days
    2020-09-24 48
    2022-03-03 13
    2023-01-12 19

    What is in the Neighborhood

    General Area Overview
    • The closest city is Freeport which is 2.5 miles away and has a population of 24,476 (small town).
    • The average income is $51,546, which is low compared to other zip codes.
    • Weather
      • High Temperature: 74
      • Low Temperature: 22
      • Average Temperature: 49.9
      • Day Breakdown: The area gets 138 days of rain, 45 days of snow and 180 days of sun
      • Precipitation: 1.6 inches a year

    Health and Safety Overview
    • The crime rate is 5.75 per 100 people which is high compared to other cities.
      • Violent Crime: 2.48 incidents per 100 people
      • Property Crime: 2.1 incidents per 100 people
      • Drug-Related Crime: 0.4 incidents per 100 people
    • The average life expectancy in zip code is 79.88 years old, which is high compared to other zip codes.

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    Supermarkets

    Walmart Supercenter
    0.4 miles away
    Save-A-Lot
    1.0 miles away
    Aldi
    1.5 miles away
    Cub Foods
    1.7 miles away
    Sullivan's Foods
    3.4 miles away

    None Found

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    Banks

    Cornerstone Credit Union
    1.1 miles away
    State Bank
    1.4 miles away
    Union Bank
    2.5 miles away
    U.S. Bank
    2.7 miles away
    Forreston State Bank
    4.9 miles away

    Hospitals

    FHN Memorial Hospital
    2.5 miles away

    Pharmacies

    CVS Pharmacy
    1.4 miles away
    Cub Pharmacy
    1.7 miles away
    Winnebago Snyders Pharmacy
    19.5 miles away
    Snyder Drug
    20.8 miles away
    Snyders Pharmacy
    22.5 miles away

    Dentists

    Bonvallet Dental
    20.8 miles away
    Midwest Dental
    22.6 miles away

    Parks

    Stephenson County Fairgrounds
    0.6 miles away
    Freeport Prairie Nature Preserve
    1.1 miles away
    Freeport
    1.6 miles away
    Krape Park
    1.8 miles away
    Oakdale Nature Preserve
    1.8 miles away

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    Shopping

    Lincoln Mall
    2.9 miles away
    Park Plaza Shopping Center
    3.3 miles away
    Conover Square Mall
    22.5 miles away

    Culture

    Krape Park Band Shell
    1.8 miles away
    Deluna Fine Art Gallery
    2.6 miles away
    Winneshiek Playhouse
    2.7 miles away
    Stage
    21.1 miles away
    Timber Lake Playhouse
    21.7 miles away

    Restaurants

    Asia Cafe
    0.4 miles away
    China Buffet
    1.1 miles away
    Applebee's
    1.2 miles away
    Fiesta En Cancun
    1.3 miles away
    Beltline Cafe
    1.3 miles away

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