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Country Health

2304 C R 3000 N, Gifford, IL 61847 · Champaign County

Experience compassionate skilled nursing and rehabilitation at Country Health Care & Rehab in Gifford, IL. Quality care tailored to your recovery goals.

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 91% full (81 of 89 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

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Gifford

Country Health is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Gifford, IL, with 89 certified beds and an average of about 81 residents per day. It operates as part of the Heritage Operations Group network.

Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.28 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.87 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 53.9%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 18 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $73,353 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 2-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.28 hrs/resident/day)
•18 deficiencies at last survey
•$73,353 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 Gifford options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 89
Avg. residents/day: 81
Ownership: Non profit - Other
Part of a chain: Heritage Operations Group
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 145708

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	$6,960–$9,310/mo (median $7,900)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Champaign 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: 3.28; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.87; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 53.9%; 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): 18
Federal fines: 1 ($73,353)
Total penalties: 3
Last standard survey: 2025-09-24
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (48 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-22Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintFreedom 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.

2026-04-22Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.

2026-04-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-12-13Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

2025-10-21Severity 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.

2025-09-24Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

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

2025-09-24Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

2025-09-24Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

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
2024-10-23	Fine	$73,353
2024-10-23	Payment denial	—
2023-09-13	Payment denial	—

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ On-site salon / barber
✓ Chapel / worship services
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

2304 C R 3000 N, Gifford, 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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Common questions about Country Health

How much does Country Health cost?

Country Health does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Gifford, IL area typically runs $6,960–$9,310 per month (median $7,900, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Country Health's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Country Health 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Country Health?

Staff provide about 3.28 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 53.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Country Health?

Country Health has 48 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-09-24). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Country Health have availability?

Typically 91% full (81 of 89 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Country Health offer?

Country Health in Gifford, IL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 89 beds.

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