The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community
Independent Living, Assisted Living & Respite Care · Cook County, IL
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community

Independent Living, Assisted Living & Respite Care · Cook County, IL
CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
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The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community

Catering to older Jewish residents in Chicago, IL, The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community offers a full continuum of care to accommodate residents’ changing needs. Residents here enjoy the convenience of having independent living, assisted living, long-term care, and rehabilitation services on one campus. As a non-profit and award-winning community, The Selfhelp Home ensures that residents are provided with care services focused solely on their well-being.

Apart from comprehensive care plans, residents here enjoy access to a wellness center where they can meet various healthcare professionals for their medical needs. Other amenities like a movie theater, library, and a sanctuary for meditation and worship are also available to meet residents’ diverse interests. Here, you can confidently enjoy the life you want while receiving the support you need without hassles and worries.

(773) 271-0300

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
▲ 58.7% Above IL avg.
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
▲ 31.6% Above IL avg.
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
▲ 50.2% Above IL avg.
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
▲ 56.7% Above IL avg.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Illinois state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 9th out of 122 homes in Illinois.

Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
5h 34m per day
Rank #9 / 122Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 9th out of 122 homes in Illinois.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Illinois average, with a ranking across 122 Illinois SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
This facility Illinois avg (3h 57m per day)
vs Illinois avg
+41%

1 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Registered Nurse (RN) is +114% above state avg
Staff typeHours / dayvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes. 1h 34m per day ▲ 114% State avg: 44m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care. 29m per day ▼ 24% State avg: 38m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life. 3h 17m per day ▲ 54% State avg: 2h 8m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours. 4h 47m per day ▲ 55% State avg: 3h 5m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 4m per day ▲ 33% State avg: 3m per day · National avg: 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent. 1h 5m per day ▲ 91% State avg: 34m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Capacity and availability

This home usually has availability

Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.

Higher occupancy than the Illinois average: 69.3%
Occupancy rate 75.6% Rank #45 / 122Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 45th out of 122 homes in Illinois.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Illinois average, with its statewide rank out of 122. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay 83 days
Occupancy rate
75.6% Rank #45 / 122Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 45th out of 122 homes in Illinois.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Illinois average, with its statewide rank out of 122. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
83 days

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

39% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 23 days

Private pay

57% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

4% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$15.5M
Surplus of revenue
$1.8M
Voluntary non-profit community
Home revenue
$15.5M Rank #74 / 120Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 74th out of 120 homes in Illinois.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Illinois SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.
Surplus of revenue
$1.8M
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations. Rank #61 / 120Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 61st out of 120 homes in Illinois.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Illinois average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
$8.0M
51.5% of revenue Rank #37 / 120Payroll % — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 37th out of 120 homes in Illinois.Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Illinois average. Well-run SNFs often land around 55–65%. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.8M
Total costs $13.8M
Years in operation
18 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 92 / 100 Rank #8 / 94Walk Score — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 8th out of 94 homes in Illinois.Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Illinois SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Details

Facility TypeAssisted Living/shared Housing Establishment
StatusActive
IssuanceJuly 22, 2025
ExpirationJuly 22, 2026
CountyCook

Ownership & Operating Entity

The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community is legally operated by The Selfhelp Home, Inc..

Staffing

Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.

Leadership

ContactMs. Sheila Bogen, Executive Director

Memory & Specialized Care

1 service
Does not offer Alzheimer's Care

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Types of Care at The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community

Independent Living Assisted Living Respite Care

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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.

Since 2022 · 4 years of data 25 deficiencies 2 inspections

Inspection Scorecard Info This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Illinois state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2022 vs. Illinois state average
Overall vs. IL average 3 Worse Metrics worse than Illinois average:
• Total deficiencies (257% above)
• Deficiencies per year (250% above)
• Deficiencies per inspection (1289% above)
1 Better Metrics better than Illinois average:
• Total inspections (75% below)
Latest Inspection May 7, 2025

Deficiencies Info Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

MetricThis FacilityIL Averagevs. IL Avg
Total deficiencies Info Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types. 257 This facility has 257% more total deficiencies than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (25 vs. IL avg 7).↑ 257% worse
Deficiencies per year Info Average deficiencies per year since 2022. 6.31.8 This facility has 250% more deficiencies per year than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (6.3 vs. IL avg 1.8).↑ 250% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Info Average deficiencies per inspection. 12.50.9 This facility has 1289% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (12.5 vs. IL avg 0.9).↑ 1289% worse

Inspections Info State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

MetricThis FacilityIL Averagevs. IL Avg
Total inspections Info Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations. 28 This facility has 75% fewer total inspections than a typical Illinois assisted living residence (2 vs. IL avg 8).↓ 75% better

Inspection Reports Summary Info An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

The most recent inspection on August 11, 2024, found multiple deficiencies related to resident care, medication administration, infection control, and facility policies. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of issues including fall management, medication security, infection prevention, and documentation. Inspectors cited concerns such as failure to maintain resident dignity during catheter care, medication errors, inadequate supervision leading to a serious fall injury, and lapses in infection control practices including COVID-19 protocols. Complaint investigations included a substantiated case involving inadequate fall supervision resulting in a serious fracture requiring surgery. The facility’s deficiencies have persisted over time without a clear pattern of improvement.

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Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 4

Illinois average 10.4


Last Health inspection on Aug 2024

Total health citations
21 Rank #34 / 121Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 34th out of 121 homes in Illinois.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Illinois state average, with a ranking across all 121 IL SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.

Illinois average 36.8

Citations per inspection
5.25 Rank #108 / 121Citations per inspection — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 108th out of 121 homes in Illinois.Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Illinois mean across 121 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.

Illinois average 3.68


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

20 of 21 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 21 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 4 years)
Critical Health citations More info
0
100% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 0.7


Serious Health citations More info 1
72% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 3.6

0 critical citations More info Illinois average: 0.7

1 serious citation More info Illinois average: 3.6

20 moderate citations More info Illinois average: 32

0 minor citations More info Illinois average: 0.5
Citations history (last 4 years)
Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Aug 14, 2024
Corrected

Nursing Services moderate citation Info Issues related to the availability and quality of nursing staff and the care they provide. Aug 14, 2024
Corrected

Nutrition moderate citation Info Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs. Aug 14, 2024
Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Aug 14, 2024
Corrected

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Financial Assistance for
Independent Living in Illinois

The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community is located in Chicago, Illinois.
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Community Care Program

Illinois CCP

Age 60+
General Illinois resident, at risk of nursing home placement.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,215/month individual
Asset Limits $17,500 individual, excludes home, car
IL

High demand in urban areas; waitlists possible.

Benefits
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)

Age Caregiver of someone 60+ (or with dementia)
General Illinois resident.
Income Limits No strict limit; prioritizes low-income.
Asset Limits Not applicable.
IL

Limited slots; urban/rural balance.

Benefits
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

Age 65+ or 22-64 with disability
General 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

~200 SLP sites statewide; room/board not covered.

Benefits
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

Age 65+
General 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

Part of HealthChoice Illinois; consumer-directed options available.

Benefits
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

Age 65+ or disabled
General 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

Three tiers; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Optional State Supplementation (OSS)

Illinois Optional State Supplementation

Age 65+ or disabled
General 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

~$50-$500/month based on facility type.

Benefits
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

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General 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

High veteran demand in urban/rural areas.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs (e.g., in-home, assisted living)

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Address 8.1 miles from city center Info Estimated distance in miles from Chicago's city center to The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 109
Employees 96
Contractors 13
Staff to resident ratio 2.02:1
6% better than Illinois average

Illinois average ratio: 1.90:1

Avg staff/day 49
Average shift 7.1 hours
7% worse than Illinois average

Illinois average: 7.6 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 31,466

Nursing staff breakdown

Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 21
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 6.8 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 10
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 6.2 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 51
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.6 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

6%

1,884 contractor hours this quarter

Speech Language Pathologist: 3 Physical Therapy Assistant: 2 Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2 Occupational Therapy Aide: 2 Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1 Mental Health Service Worker: 1 Physical Therapy Aide: 1 Qualified Social Worker: 1

Staff by category

Certified Nursing Assistant5105116,69391100%7.6
Registered Nurse210215,92791100%6.8
Licensed Practical Nurse100102,22091100%6.2
Dietitian4041,3729099%6.7
Clinical Nurse Specialist4041,09991100%6.3
RN Director of Nursing2028276268%7.6
Administrator1014966268%8
Nurse Practitioner1014886167%8
Speech Language Pathologist0334777178%6.1
Mental Health Service Worker2134614651%9.8
Respiratory Therapy Technician0224136268%6.7
Physical Therapy Assistant0223896571%6
Physical Therapy Aide0113326470%5.2
Qualified Social Worker0111896167%3.1
Occupational Therapy Aide02269910%6.9
Occupational Therapy Assistant0111422%7
51 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
21 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
10 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
4 Dietitian
% of Days 99%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 100%
2 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 68%
1 Administrator
% of Days 68%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 67%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 78%
3 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days 51%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 68%
2 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 71%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 70%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 67%
2 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 10%
1 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days 2%

Facility Characteristics

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

Total residents 54
Medicare
12
22.2% of residents
Medicaid
12
22.2% of residents
Private pay or other
30
55.6% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 9.3
In line with Illinois average

Illinois average: 9.7

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 12.8
31% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 18.6

Long-stay resident measures
Above average Illinois avg: 3.6 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 6.1%
61% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 15.5%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 19.5%
6% worse than Illinois average

Illinois average: 18.4%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 12.8%
41% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 21.6%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 0.0%
100% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 3.4%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 4.5%
15% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 5.3%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 6.8%
274% worse than Illinois average

Illinois average: 1.8%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 16.3%
149% worse than Illinois average

Illinois average: 6.5%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 10.7%
78% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 48.1%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 19.3%
5% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 20.2%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
12% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 89.2%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 91.1%
In line with Illinois average

Illinois average: 91.6%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.61
27% worse than Illinois average

Illinois average: 2.05

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 0.82
64% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 2.25

Short-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Illinois avg: 2.3 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.0%
42% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 68.3%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.9%
61% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 2.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 55.7%
12% worse than Illinois average

Illinois average: 63.0%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 22.1%
16% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 26.2%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 7.6%
46% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 14.0%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 0.7%
16% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 44.2%
18% worse than Illinois average

Illinois average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 69.8%
38% better than Illinois average

Illinois average: 50.6%

Penalties and 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

No penalties in the past 3 years

No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.

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Frequently Asked Questions about The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community

What neighborhood is The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community in?

The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community is in the Uptown neighborhood of Chicago.

Who is the owner of The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community?

The legal owner and operator of The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community is The Selfhelp Home, Inc..

Is The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community in a walkable area?

The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community has a walk score of 92. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

When does The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community's license expire?

According to IL state health department records, The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community's license expires on July 22, 2026.

What is the best email address for The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community?

The team at The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community can be reached at [email protected].

What is the address of The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community?

The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community is located at 908 W Argyle St, Chicago, IL 60640.

What is the phone number of The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community?

(773) 271-0300 will put you in contact with the team at The Selfhelp Home Senior Living Community.

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