GROVE OF SKOKIE, THE

The Grove of Skokie is a skilled nursing facility located at 9000 La Vergne Avenue in Skokie, Illinois (Cook County), ZIP code 60077. The facility operates with 149 certified beds and is owned and operated as a for-profit limited liability company. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities across several domains. The Grove of Skokie holds an overall CMS rating of 4 stars, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. In the health inspections domain, the facility receives the highest possible rating of 5 stars, indicating a strong record in that area as assessed through state surveys. The staffing rating is 1 star, which falls below the national average and reflects lower reported staffing levels relative to other certified facilities. The quality measure rating is 2 stars, which is also below the national average and is based on clinical data points such as resident health outcomes and care indicators. The facility accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, making it accessible to residents who rely on federal insurance programs. Individuals and families are encouraged to contact the facility directly at (847) 679-2322 to inquire about current availability, private pay options, and any additional insurance arrangements that may be accepted. When comparing The Grove of Skokie to national benchmarks, the picture is mixed across the four CMS rating categories. The overall 4-star rating and the 5-star health inspection score both surpass national averages, suggesting favorable performance in the inspection domain specifically. However, the 1-star staffing rating and 2-star quality measure rating indicate areas where the facility performs below what is typical among Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing homes nationally. CMS star ratings are updated periodically and reflect data collected through inspections, staffing reports, and clinical quality measures. Prospective residents and their families are advised to review the most current CMS Nursing Home Care Compare data and consider multiple factors when evaluating nursing facility options in the Skokie and broader Cook County area.