WILLOWS HEALTH CENTER

Willows Health Center is a licensed nursing facility located at 4054 Albright Lane in Rockford, Illinois, within Winnebago County (ZIP code 61103). The facility operates as a non-profit corporation and holds certification for both Medicare and Medicaid programs. Willows Health Center has a total of 50 certified beds, making it a smaller-scale facility relative to many nursing homes operating across the state and nation. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities based on three primary domains: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Willows Health Center holds an overall CMS star rating of 3 out of 5, which aligns with the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating stands at 3 stars, reflecting findings from standard and complaint inspections conducted by state surveyors. The staffing rating is also 3 stars, indicating staffing levels that are consistent with the national midpoint. The quality measure rating of 4 stars is above the national average, suggesting performance on clinical quality indicators that exceeds what is observed at a typical facility nationally. These measures include data points such as rates of rehospitalization, use of antipsychotic medications, and residents experiencing falls with major injury. Willows Health Center accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment, which broadens access for residents who rely on federal or state insurance programs to cover long-term or post-acute care costs. As a non-profit corporation, the facility operates under a governance structure that does not distribute profits to private shareholders. Families and individuals researching payment options should contact the facility directly at (815) 316-1500 to obtain current information regarding private pay rates, insurance acceptance, and available financial assistance programs. When compared to national benchmarks, Willows Health Center presents a mixed but generally average profile. Its overall 3-star rating matches the national average, and both its health inspection and staffing ratings fall at the national midpoint. The quality measure rating of 4 stars represents a notable point of distinction, placing the facility above average in that domain. With 50 certified beds, Willows Health Center is smaller than many nursing facilities, which can influence staffing ratios, inspection outcomes, and the overall care environment. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to review the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare data and to visit the facility in person when making care decisions.