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Grove of Fox Valley,the

Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise effective physical and occupational therapy programs. Still worth an in-person visit.

1601 North Farnsworth Avenue, Aurora, IL 60505158 bedsLicensed & Active
4/5
Medicare
Inspection
Quality
Staffing
Google rating
3.6/5

based on 127 Google reviews

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What this means for your family

This facility's robust therapy department and engaging activity program make it a strong candidate for short-term rehab. However, families of long-term residents should be aware of persistent reports regarding slow response times and poor communication; we strongly recommend daily in-person visits to ensure your loved one's needs are met.

Google Reviews

Google Reviews

127 reviews on Google
The Grove of Fox Valley receives highly polarized feedback, with many short-term rehab patients praising the therapy team and facility aesthetics, while long-term family members report serious concerns regarding neglect, communication, and loss of personal property. While some residents feel well-cared for and engaged by the activities department, others describe a facility that is chronically understaffed and unresponsive to basic patient needs like call lights and hygiene.

Quality Themes

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Food4.0Staff5.0Clean6.0Activities9.0Meds3.0Memory2.0Comms3.0ValueN/A

Strengths

  • Effective physical and occupational therapy programs
  • Engaging and active social/activities department
  • Modern, clean, and well-decorated facility
  • Courteous and professional staff members (cited by name)

Concerns

  • Slow or ignored call light response times (mentioned by 8 reviewers)
  • Loss or theft of personal belongings and clothing (mentioned by 5 reviewers)
  • Poor communication with family regarding medical status and discharge (mentioned by 5 reviewers)
  • Inadequate staffing levels leading to neglect (mentioned by 6 reviewers)
  • Poor quality or insufficient food portions (mentioned by 4 reviewers)

Rating Trends

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234'12(1)'15(1)'18(7)'20(5)'22(10)'24(14)'26(31)

Distribution · 156 analyzed

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95
4
10
3
3
2
7
1
41
12 reviews posted between Mar 2, 2026Mar 3, 2026 · 12 were 5-star
12 reviews posted between Feb 3, 2026Feb 6, 2026 · 10 were 5-star
12 reviews posted between Nov 3, 2025Nov 4, 2025 · 12 were 5-star

How They Respond to Reviews

80%response rate

This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.

Questions for Your Tour

  • 1We've heard great things about your physical and occupational therapy programs; could you tell us more about how those are integrated into a resident's daily routine?
  • 2How does the nursing team ensure that call lights are answered promptly, especially during the night shifts?
  • 3What specific steps does the facility take to ensure that residents' personal belongings and clothing are kept safe and organized?
  • 4Could you describe your process for keeping families updated on changes in a resident's medical status or upcoming discharge plans?
  • 5What does a typical day of social activities look like here, and how do you encourage residents to participate?
  • 6How is medication management handled to ensure accuracy, and who is the primary point of contact if a family member has a question about a specific dose?

Personalized based on this facility's data


Key Review Excerpts

If your loved one winds up in this dirty drab place my advice is to go supervise 10 hours a day.

Rehab patient family member · 2021☆☆☆☆

I would not recommend this facility unless a family member is able to be physically present and actively monitor care.

Long-term resident's family · 2026☆☆☆☆

The therapy room is big and bright with lots of Equipment. It is large and airy with stairs, a kitchen, bedroom, laundry room and more.

Rehab patient · 2023★★★★★
Source: 127 Google reviews

Staffing

Staffing Hours

per resident/day · Medicare 2026
RN Hours
0.90hrs
OK
Registered nurses for medical care
Total Nursing
3.36hrs
82%
All nurses + aides combined
Staff Turnover
40%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)
RN Turnover
17%
Lower is better (< 30% = good)

Total nursing hours are below minimum, though RN coverage is adequate. This may mean fewer aides for daily tasks like bathing and mobility.

Quality Measures

Quality Measures

Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures

Medicare Rating
3/ 5
Better Than Avg

9

measures

Worse Than Avg

6

measures

Mixed Results

2

measures

Long-Stay Residents
😔

Residents with depression symptoms

↓ Lower is better
This Facility97.8%
Worse than Avg
Here
97.8%
US
12.1%
IL
52.5%
Kane
59.5%

Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.

💉

Residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility99.6%
Better than Avg
Here
99.6%
US
93.4%
IL
90.0%
Kane
88.5%
🛏️

Residents needing more daily help over time

↓ Lower is better
This Facility3.6%
Better than Avg
Here
3.6%
US
14.4%
IL
14.2%
Kane
12.6%
🚶

Residents whose walking got worse

↓ Lower is better
This Facility8.3%
Better than Avg
Here
8.3%
US
15.3%
IL
15.9%
Kane
15.7%
💊

Residents on antipsychotic medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility20.6%
Mixed vs Avgs
Here
20.6%
US
15.4%
IL
21.8%
Kane
22.1%
💊

Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication

↓ Lower is better
This Facility14.8%
Better than Avg
Here
14.8%
US
19.5%
IL
18.3%
Kane
18.5%
Short-Stay Residents (Rehab / Post-Acute)
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Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu

↑ Higher is better
This Facility45.2%
Worse than Avg
Here
45.2%
US
79.7%
IL
63.1%
Kane
61.6%
💉

Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia

↑ Higher is better
This Facility87.8%
Better than Avg
Here
87.8%
US
81.8%
IL
69.0%
Kane
66.4%
💊

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics

↓ Lower is better
This Facility3.9%
Worse than Avg
Here
3.9%
US
1.6%
IL
2.4%
Kane
1.4%
Source: Medicare quality measures

US average from Medicare published data

Inspection History

Medicare Inspection History

3-year lookback · Medicare 2026

6deficiencies
Well below state avg (12.0)
4 complaint-triggered

The Grove of Fox Valley shows a concerning pattern with families filing three complaint reports that triggered inspections, primarily regarding accident hazards and safety supervision. The facility has persistent deficiencies across fire safety systems, quality of care, and medication management that have recurred across multiple surveys from 2023 to 2025, suggesting ongoing compliance challenges despite reported corrections.

Apr 28, 2025Complaint
2
0677Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

0677Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Jan 9, 2025Routine
9
0271Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Egress Deficiencies

Have exits that are accessible at all times.

0321Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

0372Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

0755Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

0685Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

0686Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

0688Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

0806Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

0881Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Mar 15, 2024Routine
14
0345Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0372Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

0920Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

0554Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

0689Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

0813Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

0578Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

0604Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

0660Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.

0676Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

0684Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

0694Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

0695Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Sep 14, 2023Complaint
1
0689Actual harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Aug 16, 2023Complaint
1
0689Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Apr 19, 2023Routine
10
0345Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

0353Potential for harm · WidespreadCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

0363Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

0372Potential for harm · PatternCorrected

Smoke Deficiencies

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

0550Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

0584Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

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.

0690Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

0745Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.

0880Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

0883Potential for harm · IsolatedCorrected

Infection Control Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Ownership & Operations

Who Operates This Facility

Owner / Operator

Grove of Fox Valley,the

Organization Type

for profit

Chain Affiliation

Chain Name

Legacy Healthcare

Chain Size

89 facilities nationwide

Chain avg rating: 3.0/5 · Rank 28 of 89

Ownership & Management

Owners

Doros Generation Trust U/a/d 1/3/12

Owner · Organization

50%

Gpn Fam Tr Ua 04282008

Owner · Organization

50%

Key personnel

Lake Forest Bank & Trust Company, N.a.5% or Greater Security InterestPrairie Property Holdings, Cc5% or Greater Security InterestShabat, MenachemManaging Control - Governing BodyLake Forest Bank & Trust Company, N.a.ManagerLegacy Healthcare Financial Services LLCManager
Source: Medicare provider data

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