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Aperion Care Forest Park

8200 West Roosevelt Road, Forest Park, IL 60130 · Cook County

Post-acute rehabilitation and long-term care facility offering skilled nursing, physical and occupational therapy in Forest Park, IL.

1.0CMS overall rating(708) 488-9850 Visit website ↗

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 87% full (201 of 232 beds occupied on an average day).

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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A low federal rating — review the details closely

Aperion Care Forest Park is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Forest Park, IL, with 232 certified beds and an average of about 201 residents per day. It operates as part of the Aperion Care network.

Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.22 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.67 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 45.2%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 19 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 6 federal fines totaling $387,772 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.22 hrs/resident/day)
•19 deficiencies at last survey
•$387,772 in federal fines
•CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Forest Park options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 232
Avg. residents/day: 201
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Aperion Care
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 145969

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$7,790–$10,410/mo (median $8,830)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Chicago prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.22; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.67; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 45.2%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 19
Federal fines: 6 ($387,772)
Total penalties: 8
Last standard survey: 2025-01-17
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (68 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-02-26Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident 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.

2026-02-26Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

2026-02-26Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

2026-02-26Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.

2026-02-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

2026-02-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

2026-01-13Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

2025-08-14Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2025-08-14	Fine	$14,505
2025-05-19	Fine	$12,600
2025-03-18	Fine	$134,843
2024-10-22	Fine	$15,301
2024-05-11	Fine	$74,188
2024-05-11	Payment denial	—
2023-10-06	Fine	$136,335
2023-10-06	Payment denial	—

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Scheduled transportation
✓ On-site salon / barber
✓ Library
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

8200 West Roosevelt Road, Forest Park, IL

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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3.5

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Common questions about Aperion Care Forest Park

How much does Aperion Care Forest Park cost?

Aperion Care Forest Park does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Forest Park, IL area typically runs $7,790–$10,410 per month (median $8,830, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Aperion Care Forest Park's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Aperion Care Forest Park 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Aperion Care Forest Park?

Staff provide about 3.22 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 45.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Aperion Care Forest Park?

Aperion Care Forest Park has 68 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-01-17). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Aperion Care Forest Park have availability?

Typically 87% full (201 of 232 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Aperion Care Forest Park offer?

Aperion Care Forest Park in Forest Park, IL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 232 beds.

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