Nursing home / skilled nursing
Willows Health Center
Nursing home / skilled nursing in Rockford, Illinois
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 4054 ALBRIGHT LANE |
| City | Rockford |
| State | Illinois |
| ZIP code | 61103 |
| County | Winnebago |
| Phone | 815-316-1500 |
| Website | https://www.wesleywillows.org/willows-health-rehab |
| CMS certification number (CCN) | 146101 |
| Ownership | Non profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 50 |
| Certification | Medicare and Medicaid |
| First approved for Medicare/Medicaid | April 1, 2006 |
| Located in a hospital | N |
| Continuing care retirement community | Y |
| Care types | skilled nursing, rehab services |
| Services offered | skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services |
Willows Health Center is in 4054 ALBRIGHT LANE, Rockford, IL 61103. Phone: 815-316-1500. Ownership: Non profit - Corporation. CMS rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall (health inspection 3, staffing 4, quality measures 4). CMS inspection and staffing detail: total weighted health survey score 80.000; 1 federal fines totaling $12909.00.
More about this provider
| Wesley Willows' official site describes Willows Health & Rehab Center as its skilled nursing and rehabilitation center in Rockford, providing long-term skilled nursing care with personalized plans, 24/7 nursing, physical/occupational/speech therapy, restorative nursing and wellness programs, plus inpatient and outpatient therapies. Wesley Willows is a not-for-profit community in Rockford since 1966 offering a full continuum of care, currently accepting new residents. | |
| Services and programs | Long-Term Skilled Nursing Care with personalized care plans and 24/7 skilled nursing oversight, Physical, occupational and speech therapy to support independence, Restorative nursing programs, Wellness programs, Inpatient and outpatient therapies, Semi-private rooms, culinary team-prepared meals with therapeutic options, daily activities, fitness opportunities and therapy gyms |
| Who it serves | Residents who require comprehensive medical attention and personalized assistance every day; most residents stay for a short time to recover from an illness, surgery or injury before returning home, with outpatient services also available to Wesley Willows residents in the greater Rockford community, and a long-term skilled nursing option |
| Payment types it states | Medicare - the site states Willows Health & Rehab Center is Medicare-certified and provides both inpatient and outpatient therapies covered under Medicare benefits |
| Inspection highlights | The official About page states Wesley Willows is recognized by Newsweek as one of Illinois' top 10 senior living communities since 2024. |
| Visiting and contact details | Information: 4141 N Rockton Avenue, Rockford, IL 61103; info@wesleywillows.org; 815.316.1500. For pricing questions call 815-316-1514. Hospitals, doctor's offices and discharge planners with a referral can call 815-540-4074. |
| Website | https://www.wesleywillows.org/willows-health-rehab |
Quality measures
Source: CMS · CMS processing date: 2026-10-01
| Star ratings and staffing hours | |
|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3 of 5 |
| Health inspection rating | 3 of 5 |
| Staffing rating | 4 of 5 |
| Quality measure rating | 4 of 5 |
| Long-stay quality rating | 5 of 5 |
| Short-stay quality rating | 4 of 5 |
| RN staffing hours per resident per day | 1.27 |
| Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 4.91 |
Inspection results
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Health Score | 92 |
| Total Weighted Health Survey Score | 80.000 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Health Score | 44 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Health Deficiency Score | 92 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Health Deficiency Score | 44 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Standard Survey Health Date | 2025-11-25 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 12 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 7 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Standard Health Deficiencies | 9 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 4 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 3 |
Staffing
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Nursing Case-Mix Index | 1.34371 |
| Nursing Case-Mix Index Ratio | 0.95282 |
| Reported LPN Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 0.35003 |
| Reported Licensed Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 1.61819 |
| Reported Nurse Aide Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 3.29651 |
| Registered Nurse hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.77670 |
| Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 4.08691 |
Penalties
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Number of Fines | 1 |
| Number of Payment Denials | 1 |
| Total Number of Penalties | 2 |
| Total Amount of Fines in Dollars | 12909.00 |
Ownership
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Legal Business Name | WILLOWS HEALTH CENTER |
| Provider Changed Ownership in Last 12 Months | N |
Occupancy and payer mix
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Abuse Icon | N |
| High Performing Icon | N |
| With a Resident and Family Council | Resident |
| Average Number of Residents per Day | 32.0 |
| Automatic Sprinkler Systems in All Required Areas | Yes |
| Most Recent Health Inspection More Than 2 Years Ago | N |
Who pays for nursing home / skilled nursing?
What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:
Nursing home / skilled nursing guide · Paying for care
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Common questions about Willows Health Center
Where is Willows Health Center located?
Willows Health Center is at 4054 ALBRIGHT LANE, Rockford, Illinois 61103.
What care and services does Willows Health Center offer?
Willows Health Center offers skilled nursing, rehab services, skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services.
Is Willows Health Center Medicare-certified?
Yes. Willows Health Center is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
What is Willows Health Center's quality rating?
CMS gives Willows Health Center an overall star rating of 3 out of 5.
How do I contact Willows Health Center?
Call Willows Health Center at 815-316-1500.
How much does a nursing home cost?
The national median cost of a nursing home is $9,581 a month for a semi-private room and $10,798 a month for a private room (CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025). Costs in Illinois can be higher or lower. See our guide to nursing home costs and who pays for the full picture.
Does Medicare pay for a nursing home?
Medicare Part A pays for skilled nursing care in a certified nursing home for up to 100 days in each benefit period. You need a hospital stay of at least 3 days first. You pay $0 a day for days 1 to 20, then $217 a day for days 21 to 100 (2026). After day 100, Medicare pays $0. Medicare does not pay for long-term care that only helps with daily tasks. Medicare Advantage plans cover skilled nursing too, with their own costs and rules. A Medigap plan can pay the daily cost share toward the Original Medicare benefit.
What is the difference between a nursing home and assisted living?
A nursing home gives skilled nursing care and rehab around the clock. Assisted living gives a room, meals, and help with daily tasks like bathing and dressing. It does not give round-the-clock nursing care. People who need daily medical care often need a nursing home. People who need help but not daily medical care often pick assisted living.
Who else pays for a nursing home besides Medicare?
Medicaid pays for nursing home care for people who meet its income and asset rules. It is the main payer for long stays. The VA pays for some veterans in VA or contract nursing homes. Long-term care insurance can pay for part of the cost. Most other costs are paid out of pocket.