When you are looking for a place to care for your elderly loved ones, it’s important to know how well the facility is managed and if there are any areas that need improvement. Knowing this information can give you peace of mind when making an informed decision on where to provide quality care for your family members.
The Chicago nursing home abuse lawyers at The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers understand the importance of ensuring the safety and welfare of our loved ones. We’ve put together this series on nursing home violations and ratings to help provide you with the information you need to make an informed decision. In this article, we will look at The Estates of Hyde Park.
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The Estates of Hyde Park Information
The Estates of Hyde Park in Chicago, IL is a large facility with 155 beds and has for-profit, LLC ownership. The Estates of Hyde Park is not a part of a continuing care retirement community. It participates in Medicare and Medicaid.
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) rates nursing homes across the United States with a five star system. Nursing homes rated 5 stars are considered to be above average and nursing homes rated 1 star are below average. The CMS gives each nursing home an overall rating, as well as separate ratings for health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
CMS One Star Rating – Much Below Average
The Estates of Hyde Park has a one star much below average overall rating from the CMS and has been flagged with a consumer alert on the CMS site for an abuse citation. They were rated 1 out of 5 stars for health inspections, 1 out of 5 stars for staffing, and 3 out of 5 stars for quality measures. They have received 9 federal fines in the last three years that total $540,713.
U.S. News and World Reports Ratings for The Estates of Hyde Park
U.S. News and World Reports also provide ratings for nursing homes. The Estates of Hyde Park was rated 1 out of 5 overall. They were rated below average (1 out of 3) for short-term rehabilitation and below average (1 out of 3) for long-term care.
Nursing Home Abuse or Neglect Recoveries Against The Estates of Hyde Park
Reviewing past abuse or neglect cases related to the abuse of a nursing home resident is another way to find out more about the safety of nursing homes in Illinois. Make sure to do a search on the Estates of Hyde Park to look for active cases as well past settlements in the news.
What to Do If You Suspect Abuse at The Estates of Hyde Park
The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) hotline for suspected nursing home abuse is: 1-800-252-4343.
If you suspect your loved one is being abused, contact the IDPH hotline, and then reach out to The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers. Our experienced nursing home abuse lawyers are here to help you get the justice your family deserves. Contact us today for a free consultation.
Common Types of Nursing Home Abuse
Common types of nursing home abuse can include:
physical abuse
sexual abuse
neglect
emotional/psychological abuse
financial exploitation
improper use of restraints
It’s important to look out for warning signs such as unexplained bruises or changes in your loved one’s behavior.
It is also important to familiarize yourself with your rights and those of your loved ones so that you can protect them from abuse or neglect. If you have any questions, please contact The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury lawyers for more information. We are dedicated to helping victims of nursing home abuse and their families get the justice they deserve.
Contact an Experienced Nursing Home Abuse Attorney Today
At The Kryder Law Group, LLC Accident and Injury Lawyers, we understand the difficulty of dealing with abuse or neglect in Illinois nursing homes and are here to help you get the justice your loved one deserves. Our experienced attorneys have years of experience helping families recover compensation for their losses. Contact us today for a free consultation. We look forward to helping you.
It is important to research the ratings and violations for the nursing home facilities you are considering. Find out where The Estates of Hyde Park stands.
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