East Bank Center, LLC
Scout 77Loves Park, IL · 54 beds
4.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Loves Park.
Est. $6,930–$9,250/mo
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Rock River Health Care
707 West Riverside Boulevard, Rockford, IL 61103 · Winnebago County
35
Use CautionHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 59% full — availability is generally good.
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 Rockford
Rock River Health Care is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Rockford, IL, with 130 certified beds and an average of about 77 residents per day. It operates as part of the Saba Healthcare 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, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 2.65 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.47 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 30.8%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 17 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 4 federal fines totaling $95,885 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓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 (2.65 hrs/resident/day)
- •17 deficiencies at last survey
- •$95,885 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Rockford options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 130
- Avg. residents/day
- 77
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Saba Healthcare
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 145818
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
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $6,930–$9,250/mo (median $7,850) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Rockford prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 2.65
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.47
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 30.8%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 17
- Federal fines
- 4 ($95,885)
- Total penalties
- 5
- Last standard survey
- 2025-12-10
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (45 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-02-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2026-02-09Severity D — potential for 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.
2025-12-10Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
2025-12-10Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
2025-12-10Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2025-12-10Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
2025-12-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
2025-12-10Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-10 | Fine | $23,625 |
| 2024-10-09 | Fine | $17,540 |
| 2024-02-28 | Fine | $12,841 |
| 2023-09-13 | Fine | $41,879 |
| 2023-09-13 | Payment denial | — |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Library
Location
707 West Riverside Boulevard, Rockford, 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Rock River Health Care
How much does Rock River Health Care cost?
Rock River Health Care does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Rockford, IL area typically runs $6,930–$9,250 per month (median $7,850, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Rock River Health Care's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Rock River Health Care 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Rock River Health Care?
Staff provide about 2.65 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 30.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Rock River Health Care?
Rock River Health Care has 45 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-10). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Rock River Health Care have availability?
Typically 59% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Rock River Health Care offer?
Rock River Health Care in Rockford, IL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 130 beds.
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