Valley Hi Nursing Home
2406 Hartland Road · Woodstock, IL · 60098 · 8153380312
128 certified beds Government - County
Why this verdict
- Inspectors found immediate jeopardy — danger of serious harm or death — in the most recent cycle (1 citation).
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $89,810 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in the most recent inspection cycle
Immediate jeopardy is the most serious finding an inspector can make: a situation likely to cause serious injury, harm, or death.
$89,810 in federal fines in the last 24 months
2 fines — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
No standard inspection in over 2 years
The inspection record here is older than usual — conditions may have changed since.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.44 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 1.18 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.94 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 29% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $155,366 |
Inspection citations (30 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G January 6, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 15, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 8, 2024 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected April 16, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Immediate jeopardy · J March 20, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 16, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 16, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2024
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected April 16, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected April 16, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2024
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected May 20, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E March 20, 2024
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.
Corrected April 16, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected April 16, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2024
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected April 16, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2024
Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
Corrected April 16, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2024
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
Corrected April 16, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2024
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected April 16, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E March 20, 2024
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Corrected April 16, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2024
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected April 16, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D March 20, 2024
Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.
Corrected April 16, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D February 9, 2023
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected March 26, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 9, 2023
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected March 26, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 9, 2023
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected March 26, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E February 9, 2023
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected March 26, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 9, 2023
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected March 26, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 26, 2022
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected March 25, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 26, 2022
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 25, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 26, 2022
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected March 25, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| January 6, 2026 | Fine | $16,660 |
| April 23, 2025 | Fine | $73,150 |
| April 23, 2025 | Payment Denial | 31 days |
| March 20, 2024 | Fine | $65,556 |
| March 20, 2024 | Payment Denial | 34 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 145652 · certified since October 1, 1989. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.