Bella Terra Morton Grove

Bella Terra Morton Grove is a Nursing Home in Illinois

Bella Terra Morton Grove is a Nursing Home in Illinois

Bella Terra Morton Grove

8425 Waukegan Road, Morton Grove, IL 60053 View Map

Bella Terra Morton Grove is a Nursing Home in Illinois

Bella Terra Morton Grove is a Nursing Home in Illinois

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Overview of Bella Terra Morton Grove

Bella Terra Morton Grove is a cozy and comforting home that provides seniors with everything they need to thrive in their golden years. The on-site medical services are unparalleled, including state-of-the-art hemodialysis and individualized treatment for kidney disease. Plus, the lush 6-acre campus is filled with greenery and offers stylishly appointed rooms that are bright and inviting – truly a home away from home. For seniors who need specialized care, the team of professionals offers cardio care, pulmonary care, and wound care. With 24-hour support from specialty-trained staff, residents can rest easy knowing they’re in good hands. The facility also offers a variety of short-term and specialized therapies.
Residents can keep themselves occupied with salon services, spacious outdoor areas, and a well-stocked library. The spacious suites can also be personalized to fit individual needs and preferences. At Bella Terra Morton Grove, seniors not only find a secure home but also the perfect backdrop for a vibrant and colorful lifestyle. It’s a place where they can truly flourish and enjoy the best that their retirement years have to offer.

847-965-8100

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 2.62/day
Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
3/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
3/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
2/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
3/5

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 45

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Illinois average
Occupancy rate 70.7%
Residents per day (avg) 156
Occupancy rate
70.7%
Residents per day (avg)
156

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

35% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 21 days

Private pay

51% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 5 - 6 months

Medicaid

13% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 5 - 6 months

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$24.5M
Loss
-$1.4M
Proprietary home Other
Home revenue
$24,534,714.00
Loss
$-1,424,523.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$6.7M
27.2% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$19.3M
Total costs $26.0M
Bed community size
45-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 60 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.

About this community

License Status
Active
Facility Type
Assisted Living/Shared Housing Establishment
License Date
June 25, 2025
License Expiration
June 25, 2026

Additional licensing details

License number: 5104887
County: Cook

Ownership & operating entity

Bella Terra Morton Grove is legally operated by WELLSHIRE MORTON GROVE.

Type Of Units

Permanent Units
45 units
Total beds
45 units

Care Services

Offers Alzheimer's Care

Contact Information

Contact Bella Terra Morton Grove

Inspection History

In Illinois, the Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation conducts annual unannounced surveys to assess compliance with state and federal healthcare facility standards.

4 visits/inspections

1 visits/inspections triggered by complaints

1 other visits

Breakdown by inspection type
  • 2 licensing inspections
  • 1 complaint investigation
  • 1 other inspection

Latest inspection

Date:July 22, 2025

Inspection history

05/19/2023
Annual Lic. Only = Annual Licensure Only Survey
05/31/2023
R47N11 30D COI = Complaint Original Investigation
12/26/2024
7IXL11 Annual Lic. Only = Annual Licensure Only Survey
07/22/2025

Comparison Chart

The information below is reported by the Illinois Department of Public Health, Office of Health Care Regulation.
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Address 1.0 miles from city center

Address 8425 Waukegan Road, Morton Grove, IL 60053

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

302
Total Staff
121
Employees
181
Contractors
58,140
Total Hours (Quarter)
88
Avg Staff/Day
7.3
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse798.3 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse447.1 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant1337.5 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
1 staff
5.6hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
260 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
5 staff
6.1hs shift avg
Therapy Services
14 staff
7hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
9 staff
6.1hs shift avg
Dietary Services
10 staff
7.1hs shift avg
Other Services
3 staff
5.7hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
24%
of total hours from contractors
13,979 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 22 Certified Nursing Assistant: 69 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 3 Registered Nurse: 67 Speech Language Pathologist: 2 Physical Therapy Aide: 4 Physical Therapy Assistant: 5 Qualified Social Worker: 9
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant646913329,25591100%7.5
Licensed Practical Nurse22224410,37791100%7.1
Registered Nurse1267797,56491100%8.3
Other Dietary Services Staff9092,71291100%7.4
RN Director of Nursing4041,7349099%5.9
Clinical Nurse Specialist4041,3428998%6.3
Dental Services Staff2029948998%5.6
Physical Therapy Aide0445556875%7.3
Nurse Practitioner1015048998%5.7
Mental Health Service Worker1014888695%5.7
Qualified Social Worker0994837178%6.1
Speech Language Pathologist0224736571%7.3
Administrator1014728492%5.6
Physical Therapy Assistant0554536066%6.2
Respiratory Therapy Technician0334526167%7.4
Dietitian1012845257%5.5

Health Inspection History

Source: CMS Health Citations (Dec 2022 – Apr 2025)

11
Inspections
38
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
6
Serious (G-I)
3.45
Citations/Inspection
Apr 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
Minor (A-C)
0
Moderate (D-F)
32
Serious (G-I)
6
Critical (J-L)
0
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
15
39% of total
Infection Control
5
13% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
5
13% of total
Resident Rights
4
11% of total
Pharmacy Services
3
8% of total
Administration
1
3% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections 27
Complaint Investigations 15
State Comparison (IL)
Citations
38
Illinois average: 36.8
Critical Citations
0
Illinois average: 0.7
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
DateSeverity ?CategoryTagStatus
Apr 17, 2025 D Abuse/NeglectF0600 Corrected
Apr 17, 2025 D Abuse/NeglectF0610 Corrected
Apr 17, 2025 F Nursing ServicesF0725 Corrected
Apr 17, 2025 E Quality of CareF0677 Corrected
Apr 17, 2025 D Quality of CareF0688 Corrected
Apr 17, 2025 E Resident RightsF0564 Corrected
Mar 12, 2025 D Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Mar 12, 2025 D Quality of CareF0684 Corrected
Mar 12, 2025 D Resident RightsF0580 Corrected
Nov 06, 2024 E Nursing ServicesF0725 Corrected
Oct 30, 2024 G Quality of CareF0689 Corrected
Apr 19, 2024 D Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Apr 19, 2024 D NutritionF0813 Corrected
Apr 19, 2024 D PharmacyF0758 Corrected
Apr 19, 2024 D Quality of CareF0686 Corrected
Apr 19, 2024 D Quality of CareF0688 Corrected
Apr 19, 2024 D Quality of CareF0689 Corrected
Apr 19, 2024 D Quality of CareF0693 Corrected
Mar 07, 2024 G Quality of CareF0689 Corrected
Oct 31, 2023 G Quality of CareF0684 Corrected
Oct 31, 2023 D Resident RightsF0580 Corrected
Sep 23, 2023 D Abuse/NeglectF0600 Corrected
Jul 29, 2023 G Quality of CareF0689 Corrected
Mar 31, 2023 D Abuse/NeglectF0600 Corrected
Mar 31, 2023 G Abuse/NeglectF0604 Corrected
Mar 31, 2023 D AdministrationF0849 Corrected
Mar 31, 2023 D Infection ControlF0880 Corrected
Mar 31, 2023 D Infection ControlF0883 Corrected
Mar 31, 2023 F NutritionF0812 Corrected
Mar 31, 2023 E PharmacyF0755 Corrected
Mar 31, 2023 D PharmacyF0761 Corrected
Mar 31, 2023 D Quality of CareF0684 Corrected
Mar 31, 2023 D Quality of CareF0686 Corrected
Mar 31, 2023 D Quality of CareF0688 Corrected
Mar 31, 2023 G Quality of CareF0689 Corrected
Mar 31, 2023 D Care PlanningF0658 Corrected
Mar 31, 2023 D Resident RightsF0558 Corrected
Dec 02, 2022 F Infection ControlF0880 Corrected

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Part of: Legacy Healthcare
Resident Census by Payment Source
154 Total Residents
Medicare 10 (6.5%)
Medicaid 128 (83.1%)
Private Pay/Other 16 (10.4%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

Quality Measures

CMS quality measures assess care quality for long-stay and short-stay residents. Lower percentages generally indicate better outcomes for most measures.

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare (Data as of Jan 2026)

High-Risk Clinical Events
5.2 Score
46% better than avg Illinois avg: 9.7

Composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and ADL decline

Functional Decline
8.7 Score
53% better than avg Illinois avg: 18.6

Composite score based on ADL decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence

Long-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 101 days or more. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care.

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
5.2%
Lost Too Much Weight
7.3%
Urinary Tract Infection
1.5%
Depressive Symptoms
100.0%
Falls with Major Injury
1.8%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
97.8%
Antipsychotic Use
23.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
8.3%
Influenza Vaccine
99.3%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
3.3%
Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
12.8%
Short-Stay Resident Measures

Measures for residents who stay 100 days or less (typically rehabilitation patients).

Pneumococcal Vaccine
98.8% 45% better than avg Illinois: 68.3%
Short-Stay Residents Who Received a New Antipsychotic Medication
0.0% 100% better than avg Illinois: 2.3%
Influenza Vaccine
91.1% 44% better than avg Illinois: 63.0%

Penalties & Fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total Fines $135K Illinois avg: $143K 5% better than avg
Number of Fines 3 Illinois avg: 3.0
Payment Denials 1 98 total days
Compared to Illinois Average Facility: $135K | Illinois Avg: $143K
Penalty History

Showing all 4 penalties (Mar 2023 - Mar 2024)

Mar 7, 2024 Civil Money Penalty
$14K
Oct 31, 2023 Civil Money Penalty
$21K
Mar 31, 2023 Civil Money Penalty
$101K
Mar 31, 2023 Payment Denial
98 days

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Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Illinois Seniors

Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Community Care Program
  • General: Age 60+, Illinois resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,215/month (individual).
  • Asset Limits: $17,500 (individual, excludes home, car).
  • IL Specifics: High demand in urban areas; waitlists possible.
  • Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/day), adult day services ($65/day), emergency home response systems ($30/month).
Illinois Respite Program
IL Respite (via NFCSP)
  • General: Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Illinois resident.
  • Income Limits: No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits: Not applicable.
  • IL Specifics: Limited slots; urban/rural balance.
  • Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$65/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Supportive Living Program (SLP)
Illinois Medicaid Supportive Living Program
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+ or 22-64 with disability, Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs moderate assistance (not nursing home-level).
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
  • IL Specifics: ~200 SLP sites statewide; room/board not covered.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, mobility), meals, housekeeping, medication management, respite (~240 hours/year).
Persons Who Are Elderly Waiver
Illinois Medicaid Elderly Waiver
Official government program page
  • General: Age 65+, Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • IL Specifics: Part of HealthChoice Illinois; consumer-directed options available.
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., dressing, eating), homemaker, adult day care (~$60/day), respite (240 hours/year), home mods ($1,000 avg.).
Medicare Savings Program (MSP)
Illinois Medicare Savings Program
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Illinois resident, Medicare Part A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
  • Asset Limits: $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
  • IL Specifics: Three tiers; no waitlist.
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
  • General: Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Illinois resident.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits: Not specified; income-focused.
  • IL Specifics: Priority for veterans, rural residents.
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Optional State Supplementation (OSS)
Illinois Optional State Supplementation
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled, Illinois resident, in approved facility, SSI recipient or low-income.
  • Income Limits (2025): ~$1,004/month (including SSI).
  • Asset Limits: $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • IL Specifics: ~$50-$500/month based on facility type.
  • Services: Cash (~$50-$500/month) for room/board in personal care homes or SLFs.
VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits
Illinois VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound
  • General: Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Illinois resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
  • Income Limits (2025): Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
  • Asset Limits: ~$155,356 (net worth limit).
  • IL Specifics: High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).

Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Illinois Seniors

Illinois CCP

Community Care Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 60+, Illinois resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,215/month (individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    $17,500 (individual, excludes home, car).
  • IL Specifics:
    High demand in urban areas; waitlists possible.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home care (3-5 hours/day), adult day services ($65/day), emergency home response systems ($30/month).
IL Respite (via NFCSP)

Illinois Respite Program

Requirements:
  • General:
    Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia), Illinois resident.
  • Income Limits:
    No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
  • Asset Limits:
    Not applicable.
  • IL Specifics:
    Limited slots; urban/rural balance.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: In-home respite (4-6 hours/day), adult day care (~$65/day), short-term facility care (up to 5 days).
Illinois Medicaid Supportive Living Program

Supportive Living Program (SLP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or 22-64 with disability, Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, needs moderate assistance (not nursing home-level).
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual); QIT allowed.
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple) (excludes home, car).
  • IL Specifics:
    ~200 SLP sites statewide; room/board not covered.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., bathing, mobility), meals, housekeeping, medication management, respite (~240 hours/year).
Illinois Medicaid Elderly Waiver

Persons Who Are Elderly Waiver

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+, Illinois resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • IL Specifics:
    Part of HealthChoice Illinois; consumer-directed options available.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Personal care (5-7 hours/day, e.g., dressing, eating), homemaker, adult day care (~$60/day), respite (240 hours/year), home mods ($1,000 avg.).
Illinois Medicare Savings Program

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Illinois resident, Medicare Part A/B.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
  • Asset Limits:
    $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
  • IL Specifics:
    Three tiers; no waitlist.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month), deductibles ($240/year), copays (~20%).
Illinois SCSEP

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Illinois resident.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,983/month (125% FPL).
  • Asset Limits:
    Not specified; income-focused.
  • IL Specifics:
    Priority for veterans, rural residents.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour), job placement.
Illinois Optional State Supplementation

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled, Illinois resident, in approved facility, SSI recipient or low-income.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    ~$1,004/month (including SSI).
  • Asset Limits:
    $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
  • IL Specifics:
    ~$50-$500/month based on facility type.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Cash (~$50-$500/month) for room/board in personal care homes or SLFs.
Illinois VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Requirements:
  • General:
    Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse, Illinois resident, wartime service, need for ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
  • Income Limits (2025):
    Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
  • Asset Limits:
    ~$155,356 (net worth limit).
  • IL Specifics:
    High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.
Benefits without Contact:
  • Services: Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living).
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