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Central Nursing Home is a highly polarized facility where experiences vary drastically between residents and families. While some praise the recent management changes and individual staff members for their kindness, many others report severe issues including poor hygiene, pest infestations, and neglectful care. Families should be aware of significant, recurring complaints regarding cleanliness and inconsistent staffing quality.
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Key Review Excerpts
“The first day he arrived he was placed in a room that was so filthy I was scrubbing the dirt and grime off the tables, and dresser, sticky jelly from whom ever used it last was on the bedside table.”
“They double dose patients to shut them up and are careless when administering meds. They gave me heart and seizure meds that belonged to someone else, thank God I looked at what the”
“My room is comfortable and is cleaned daily by the housekeeping staff. The staff here is very helpful and compassionate. I/we enjoy the activities that are provided daily.”
Both RN and total nursing hours are below the EveryPlace reference benchmarks. Ask the facility how it staffs each shift for current resident needs.
Reference benchmarks (0.75 RN and 4.1 total nursing hours per resident/day) are comparison targets, not current federal minimum requirements.
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 16 measures
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Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents vaccinated for the flu
Residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Detailed Medicare record · up to 3-year lookback
This facility has a concerning pattern with 17 complaint-triggered deficiencies out of 43 total, indicating families have filed reports about care issues. The most recurring problems involve medication management, quality of care, and safety hazards, with persistent issues in preventing accidents and providing appropriate treatment. While all deficiencies show correction dates, the frequency of complaints and repeated violations in core care areas suggest ongoing systemic challenges that warrant careful evaluation during any visit.
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.
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.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
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.
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.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Federal Penalties
Fine
May 29, 2026
$42,700
Payment Denial
May 29, 2026
2-day denial
Fine
Aug 1, 2025
$26,299
Fine
Sep 20, 2024
$16,801
Central Nursing Home
for profit
Owners
Joseph Mermelstein Family Trust
Owner · Organization
Marvin Mermelstein Family Trust
Owner · Organization
Ten Chicago LLC
Owner · Organization
Mermelstein, Joseph
Owner
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