LENA LIVING CENTER

Lena Living Center is a long-term care facility located at 1010 South Logan Street in Lena, Illinois, within Stephenson County. The facility operates 92 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit, individually owned organization. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities on a scale of 1 to 5, with higher ratings indicating better performance in each measured category. Lena Living Center holds an overall CMS star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating for the facility is 4 out of 5, reflecting the results of state inspections that evaluate compliance with federal health and safety regulations. The staffing rating is 3 out of 5, placing it at the national average level and reflecting the reported levels of nursing staff relative to the number of residents. The quality measure rating is 2 out of 5, which is below the national average and reflects clinical data on resident outcomes across a range of health indicators such as mobility, pain management, and medication use. Lena Living Center accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, making it accessible to a broad range of residents. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, while Medicaid may cover long-term residential care for individuals who meet financial eligibility requirements. Residents and families seeking specific information about coverage and costs are advised to contact the facility directly or consult with a benefits counselor. When compared to national benchmarks, Lena Living Center presents a mixed profile across CMS rating categories. The overall 4-star rating and 4-star health inspection rating both exceed the national average, indicating stronger performance in regulatory compliance. The staffing rating of 3 stars aligns with the national average. The quality measure rating of 2 stars falls below the national average, which may warrant closer review by those evaluating the facility for specific care needs. Lena Living Center serves the Lena community and surrounding Stephenson County area as an active, dually certified care option for seniors requiring nursing facility services.