Madison County, Illinois · Nursing home
Alton Memorial Rehab & Therapy
3 of 5 overall from CMS
1251 College Avenue, Alton, IL 62002
At a glance
- Overall rating 3 of 5 Above the state average of 2.5
- Nurse time per resident, per day 4.57 hours Above the state average of 3.45
- Nursing staff who left in a year 50.0% Above the state average of 44.5%
- Health citations, last 3 inspection cycles 25 5 at the harm level or above
- Fines in 3 years $15,626 1 fine
- Certified beds in use 71.2% of 64 beds, on an average day
Arrows only show whether a figure is above or below the state average. They are not a judgment of the home.
Alton Memorial Rehab & Therapy is a 64-bed nursing home in Alton, Illinois (Madison County). CMS rates it 3 of 5 stars overall as of Sep 2026. It reports 4.57 nurse staffing hours per resident per day, above the Illinois average of 3.45. CMS lists 1 fine totaling $15,626 in the past three years.
- Certified beds
- 64
- Residents per day (average)
- 45.6
- Certified since
- 1967 (59 yrs)
Non profit - Corporation Participates in Medicare and MedicaidPart of Bjc Healthcare (4 homes)
Bed use is this site's calculation: average residents per day divided by certified beds. It is an average, so it does not show today's openings.
Terms used on this page
- CMS
- The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that publishes the ratings, staffing figures, inspection results and penalties shown here.
- Certified beds
- The number of federally certified beds CMS lists for the home.
- Deficiency or citation
- A federal requirement that inspectors found the home did not meet. Each one gets a letter from A to L for how serious it was and how many residents were affected. What the letters mean
- Actual harm
- Letters G, H and I: actual harm to a resident that is not immediate jeopardy.
- Immediate jeopardy
- Letters J, K and L: the problem caused, or was likely to cause, serious injury, harm, impairment or death to a resident.
- Inspection cycle
- A standard inspection plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to it. This page shows the three most recent cycles.
- Special Focus Facility (SFF)
- A home CMS has placed under closer oversight because of its inspection record. More about the program
Questions to ask Alton Memorial Rehab & Therapy
Chosen from this home's public data.
- CMS lists 1 fine totaling $15,626 in the past three years. What changed after the most recent one?Penalties in CMS data
- Nursing staff turnover is 50.0%, above the Illinois average of 44.5%. How often would the same aides care for my relative?Turnover in CMS data
- About 71.2% of certified beds are in use on an average day. Are any units closed, or are admissions limited?Certified beds and average residents in CMS data
More in what to ask on a nursing home tour.
CMS star ratings
- Overall 3 of 5 Illinois average 2.5
- Health inspections 3 of 5 Illinois average 2.7
- Staffing 4 of 5 Illinois average 2.1
- Quality measures 2 of 5 Illinois average 3.0
The vertical line marks the Illinois average. Ratings run from 1 to 5. How to read CMS star ratings
Nurse staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, as the home reported to CMS.
What these roles do
Nurse aides give most hands-on daily care, such as help with bathing, dressing and meals. Licensed practical nurses give medications and routine nursing care. Registered nurses assess residents and direct their care.
- All nursing staff 4.57 h Illinois average 3.45
- Nurse aides 2.45 h Illinois average 2.09
- Licensed practical nurses 1.30 h Illinois average 0.64
- Registered nurses 0.83 h Illinois average 0.72
- All staff, weekends 4.17 h Illinois average 3.07
How much nurse staffing is enough? All bars share one scale, 0 to 8 hours. The vertical line marks the Illinois average; the national average for all nursing staff is 3.86 hours.
- Nursing staff turnover50.0%
- Illinois average44.5%
- Registered nurse turnover66.7%
- Illinois average41.8%
- Administrators who left0
Quality measures
CMS calculates these from residents' assessments and Medicare claims. They are shown as published, next to the Illinois and national averages. marks the measures CMS uses in its quality star rating; for those, the rating gives more points for a lower rate.
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This home | Illinois | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 28.6% | 13.4% | 13.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 2.0% | 6.3% | 5.2% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.0% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.0% | 1.5% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 6.0% | 54.2% | 12.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 9.3% | 3.1% | 3.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% | 90.3% | 93.6% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 27.9% | 14.3% | 14.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 30.8% | 18.3% | 19.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | Too few residents or stays to report | 91.8% | 95.5% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 12.3% | 4.8% | 4.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 27.5% | 20.6% | 19.0% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 18.9% | 21.7% | 15.4% |
| ★ Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | Too few residents or stays to report | 2.02 | 1.90 |
| ★ Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | Too few residents or stays to report | 2.22 | 1.78 |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This home | Illinois | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 88.6% | 69.7% | 82.0% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 82.9% | 63.1% | 79.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 28.2% | 26.1% | 23.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 19.2% | 13.9% | 12.0% |
Measure periods: April 2025 to March 2026 for most measures; July 2024 to June 2025 for the flu vaccine measures; January to December 2025 for the hospital and emergency department measures, which CMS risk-adjusts. See the measures on Medicare.gov
Inspection history
Inspectors cited 25 health deficiencies in the three most recent inspection cycles. Of these, 5 involved actual harm; the rest were graded as no actual harm. 8 were cited in connection with a complaint investigation. The most recent citation at the harm level or above was on Jul 16, 2026: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
| Standard inspection | Health | Fire safety |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 5, 2025 | 8 | 2 |
| Oct 10, 2024 | 9 | 1 |
| Nov 30, 2023 | 8 | 1 |
Illinois homes averaged 12.6 health deficiencies in the latest cycle; the national average is 9.2. Each cycle's health count covers the standard inspection on that date plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to that cycle.
Health citations, three most recent inspection cycles (25)
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GActual harm, isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 27, 2026)
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GActual harm, isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 12, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 12, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 19, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 19, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 19, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 19, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 19, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Complaint investigation · Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 21, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Complaint investigation · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 9, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Complaint investigation · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jan 9, 2025)
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GActual harm, isolated
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 24, 2024)
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GActual harm, isolated
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 24, 2024)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 24, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 24, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 24, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 24, 2024)
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GActual harm, isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (May 14, 2024)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Complaint investigation · Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 1, 2024)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 15, 2023)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 15, 2023)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 15, 2023)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 15, 2023)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 15, 2023)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 15, 2023)
What severity letters A to L mean
Each sentence above is the requirement that was not met, in CMS's wording. For the inspection results as Medicare publishes them, open this home's page on Medicare.gov and look under "Health inspections".
Penalties, past three years
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 10, 2024 | Fine | $15,626 |
Illinois homes averaged 2.2 fines and $111,013 in fine amounts; the national averages are 0.9 and $30,972.
Cost
Not in the public data. CMS does not publish what a nursing home charges.
Ask the home for its daily private-pay rate and whether a bed is open for your coverage. See what Medicare covers and how Medicaid pays for a nursing home.
Compared within Illinois
- Size567 of 666 by certified beds
- Illinois average residents per day95.4
- ChainBjc Healthcare
- Chain average overall rating4.0 of 5
- Resident or family councilResident
- Homes in Alton3
- Homes in Madison County17
Common questions
What is the CMS star rating for Alton Memorial Rehab & Therapy?
Alton Memorial Rehab & Therapy has an overall rating of 3 of 5 stars from CMS as of Sep 2026. Its health inspection rating is 3, staffing is 4 and quality measures is 2.
How many beds does Alton Memorial Rehab & Therapy have?
Alton Memorial Rehab & Therapy has 64 certified beds. It averages 45.6 residents per day, about 71.2% of its certified beds.
How much nursing care do residents get at Alton Memorial Rehab & Therapy?
The home reports 4.57 hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, including 0.83 hours from registered nurses. The Illinois average is 3.45 hours and 0.72 hours from registered nurses.
Has Alton Memorial Rehab & Therapy been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 1 fine totaling $15,626 in the past three years.
Does Alton Memorial Rehab & Therapy accept Medicare or Medicaid?
CMS lists its participation as "Medicare and Medicaid". Ask the home whether a bed is open for your coverage.
Guides for families looking at this home
- Understanding the recordWhat to ask on a nursing home tourQuestions that turn a home's public record into a useful conversation when you tour, plus what to look for yourself.
- Understanding the recordInspection severity letters A to LHow inspectors grade each deficiency by harm and by how many residents were affected.
- Understanding the recordHow to read CMS star ratingsWhat the overall, health inspection, staffing and quality measure ratings cover, and what they leave out.
Nearest nursing homes
- 1 of 5 La Bella of Alton 180beds 88.9%in use 2.75nurse hours a day
- 1 of 5 Nexus at Alton 181beds 41.6%in use 4.28nurse hours a day
- 1 of 5 Bria of Woodriver 106beds 74.7%in use 3.86nurse hours a day
Sorted by straight-line distance. This is not a ranking or a recommendation. Compare all homes in Madison County
Who to call in Illinois
These offices serve residents of every nursing home in Illinois.
- Long-term care ombudsman Illinois Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program 1-800-252-8966 (Senior HelpLine) An advocate for residents and their families.
- File a complaint about a nursing home Central Complaint Registry 1-800-252-4343 The state agency that inspects nursing homes.
Illinois staffing, bed-hold and Medicaid rules · Residents' rights in every state
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home datasets processed Sep 1, 2026. CMS Certification Number 145121. See this home's official record on Medicare.gov
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