Ryze at Homewood
Below-average Medicare ratings — review the inspection history and ask the administrator about recent corrections before visiting.
based on 24 Google reviews
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Quality Concerns Identified
Medicare inspection and quality data reveal areas that families should carefully evaluate before choosing this facility.
- Abuse citation on record
- Low overall rating (1/5 stars)
- Low staffing rating (1/5 stars)
- Above-median deficiencies (28 vs median 11.0)
- High staff turnover (58%)
- High RN turnover (64%)
Bottom 25% in IL · Below recommended RN staffing · $380,971 in fines · Abuse citation
What this means for your family
This facility has serious, recurring reports of neglect and hygiene issues that should be a major red flag for any family. While individual staff members are occasionally praised, the systemic issues with management and understaffing pose significant risks to resident safety. We strongly recommend looking for alternative facilities with more consistent care standards.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
24 reviews on Google“RYZE AT HOMEWOOD receives highly polarized feedback, with a significant number of negative reviews citing severe neglect, poor hygiene, and unprofessional management. While several reviewers praise a specific nurse named Michelle for her individual dedication, these positive reports are heavily concentrated in a single month, contrasting sharply with recurring reports of understaffing, facility filth, and dangerous lapses in medical care.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Individualized care from specific nurses
- Kind bedside manner from select staff
- Responsive front desk staff
Concerns
- Chronic understaffing and poor management (mentioned by 4 reviewers)
- Poor hygiene, including bed sores, flies, and uncleaned residents (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
- Unprofessional staff behavior and attitude (mentioned by 4 reviewers)
- Lack of communication and responsiveness to family inquiries (mentioned by 3 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 26 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
This facility actively engages with reviewer feedback.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1I noticed the management team is very active in responding to feedback online; how does the facility use family input to improve daily operations?
- 2What specific protocols are in place to ensure consistent cleanliness and hygiene in the resident rooms and common areas?
- 3How do you ensure that medication management and medical care remain consistent even during shift changes or staffing fluctuations?
- 4Could you tell me more about the dining experience and how the menu is planned to ensure nutritious, high-quality meals?
- 5What kind of daily activities or social engagement programs are available to keep residents active and connected?
- 6How does the nursing team communicate important health updates or changes in condition to family members to ensure we are always in the loop?
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Key Review Excerpts
“These people dropped my mom and said she rolled out the bed. And just because you changed your name and administration don't mean you change the workers.”
“If I can get this place, no stars I would my mom was sent there because she was weak from having cancer and was mistreated bed sores foot source. They smell in your face and treat your loved one wrong behind your back don’t fall for the reviews.”
“We had a loved one at Ryze Nursing Home, and the level of care was unacceptable. He fell on the floor on a Saturday, and staff never sent him out for medical evaluation. By Sunday night, he was dead.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026Both RN and total nursing hours are below national benchmarks. This can mean less clinical attention per resident, so ask about their staffing plan.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 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 pneumonia
Residents vaccinated for the flu
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents needing more daily help over time
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
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
This facility shows a concerning pattern of multiple family complaints triggering federal inspections, with persistent issues in accident prevention, abuse protection, and care quality. The facility has faced recurring problems with maintaining safe environments free from hazards, protecting residents from abuse and neglect, and providing appropriate treatment according to care plans. While all violations show correction dates, the repetitive nature across recent surveys suggests ongoing challenges in maintaining consistent care standards.
Jan 15, 2026Complaint9
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Environmental Deficiencies
Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
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.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Dec 31, 2025Complaint3
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Sep 19, 2025Complaint1
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.
Jun 26, 2025Complaint1
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Jun 17, 2025Complaint1
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Jun 4, 2025Complaint1
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Federal Penalties
Payment Denial
Dec 31, 2025
1-day denial
Fine
Sep 19, 2025
$69,840
Payment Denial
Jun 4, 2025
12-day denial
Fine
Dec 19, 2024
$11,128
Payment Denial
Nov 14, 2024
3-day denial
Fine
Nov 14, 2024
$44,512
Fine
Oct 11, 2024
$31,993
Fine
Aug 6, 2024
$16,322
Payment Denial
Aug 6, 2024
8-day denial
Fine
Aug 6, 2024
$14,283
Fine
Mar 1, 2024
$83,600
Payment Denial
Mar 1, 2024
34-day denial
Payment Denial
Sep 5, 2023
74-day denial
Fine
Sep 5, 2023
$114,620
Fine
Jul 17, 2023
$64,513
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Ryze at Homewood
for profit
Ownership & Management
Key personnel
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