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Tower Hill Healthcare Center

759 Kane Street, South Elgin, IL 60177 · Kane County

1.0CMS overall rating(847) 697-3310 Visit website ↗

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 81% full — openings are usually available.

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

Tower Hill Healthcare Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in South Elgin, IL, with 206 certified beds and an average of about 168 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 2.79 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.43 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 37.2%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 18 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $57,365 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

✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓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 (2.79 hrs/resident/day)
•18 deficiencies at last survey
•$57,365 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 South Elgin options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 206
Avg. residents/day: 168
Ownership: For profit - Partnership
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 145795

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 Elgin 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: 2.79; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.43; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 37.2%; 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): 18
Federal fines: 2 ($57,365)
Total penalties: 2
Last standard survey: 2025-02-06
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Both

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (54 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-24Severity 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.

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

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

2026-04-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality 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.

2026-03-27Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

2026-03-27Severity D — potential for 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.

2026-01-07Severity D — potential for 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.

2026-01-07Severity 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.

2025-08-12Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

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
2024-05-16	Fine	$18,377
2024-03-15	Fine	$38,988

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
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Gardens / walking paths

Location

759 Kane Street, South Elgin, 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 Tower Hill Healthcare Center

How much does Tower Hill Healthcare Center cost?

Tower Hill Healthcare Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the South Elgin, 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 Tower Hill Healthcare Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Tower Hill Healthcare Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Tower Hill Healthcare Center?

Staff provide about 2.79 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 37.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Tower Hill Healthcare Center?

Tower Hill Healthcare Center has 54 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-02-06). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Tower Hill Healthcare Center have availability?

Typically 81% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Tower Hill Healthcare Center offer?

Tower Hill Healthcare Center in South Elgin, IL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 206 beds.

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