Illinois Nursing Homes

COVID-19 Questions & Answers About Illinois Nursing Homes

Published on: July 20, 2020 | Levin & Perconti

FAQ: July 2020 COVID-19 Update for Illinois Nursing Home Families

As of July 10^th, the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) has reported 23,324 laboratory-confirmed COVID-19 cases and 3,895 deaths among all Illinois long-term care (LTC) facilities, not just outbreaks. These numbers reflect over half of all coronavirus cases tied to long-term care facilities, including nursing homes and assisted living centers.

Because of the ill-preparedness and disastrous response to the pandemic by several nursing home owners and operators, the attorneys at Levin & Perconti have launched more than 100 investigations regarding gross negligence related to COVID-19 outbreaks in Illinois. And as part of our work as elder care advocates, we have provided answers and legal solutions to concerned family members and nursing home workers since the pandemic began.

Symphony at the Tillers of Oswego: COVID-19 Summary

Published on: July 7, 2020 | Levin & Perconti

Symphony at the Tillers of Oswego releases COVID-19 statistics showing 46 COVID infections and 9 deaths. Levin & Perconti, Illinois nursing home lawyers launch investigation into gross negligence in preventing the spread of COVID-19

On June 12. 2020, Symphony at the Tillers of Oswego, located in Oswego, IL, released long term care outbreak data reporting of laboratory confirmed COVID-19 outbreak cases. These statics confirm that 46 infections and 9 deaths have occurred at the facility during the COVID-19 outbreak.

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Symphony of Morgan Park: COVID-19 Summary

Published on: July 6, 2020 | Levin & Perconti

Symphony of Morgan Park releases COVID-19 statistics showing 194 COVID infections and 22 deaths. Levin & Perconti, Illinois nursing home lawyers launch investigation into gross negligence in preventing the spread of COVID-19.

On June 5, 2020, Symphony of Morgan Park, located in Chicago, IL, released long term care outbreak data reporting of laboratory confirmed COVID-19 outbreak cases. These statics confirm that 194 infections and 22 deaths have occurred at the facility during the COVID-19 outbreak.

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Uptown Health Center: COVID-19 Summary

Published on: July 3, 2020 | Levin & Perconti

Uptown Health Center releases COVID-19 statistics showing 122 COVID infections and 17 deaths. Levin & Perconti, Illinois nursing home lawyers launch investigation into gross negligence in preventing the spread of COVID-19

On June 12, 2020, Uptown Health Center, located in Chicago, IL, released long term care outbreak data reporting of laboratory confirmed COVID-19 outbreak cases. These statics confirm that 122 infections and 17 deaths have occurred at the facility during the COVID-19 outbreak.

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Aperion Care COVID-19 Outbreak Reported in Morgan County

Published on: July 1, 2020 | Levin & Perconti

Morgan County Battles First Coronavirus Outbreak at Aperion Care Jacksonville

In west-central Illinois, a Morgan County long-term care facility is the first to be affected by a COVID-19 outbreak. Forty-eight confirmed cases and one death have been reported involving residents of Aperion Care Jacksonville located at 1021 North Church Street in Jacksonville, according to the Illinois Department of Health (IDPH) as of June 25, 2020.

There have been 126 confirmed coronavirus cases in Morgan County, with nearly a third attributed to the outbreak at Aperion Care. Many of the positive cases were among residents and staff members. A closer look through quarterly reports of long-term care facilities, Aperion care homes remain a likely offender, plagued by chronic care issues that could be prevented.

Symphony at Midway: COVID-19 Statistics, Chicago, IL

Published on: July 1, 2020 | Levin & Perconti

Symphony at Midway releases COVID-19 statistics showing 213 COVID infections and 21 deaths. Levin & Perconti, Illinois nursing home lawyers launch investigation into gross negligence in preventing the spread of COVID-19

On June 5, 2020, Symphony at Midway, located in Chicago, IL, released long term care outbreak data reporting of laboratory confirmed COVID-19 outbreak cases. These statics confirm that 213 infections and 21 deaths have occurred at the facility during the COVID-19 outbreak.

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Some Illinois Nursing Homes Now Open For Visitors

Published on: June 30, 2020 | Levin & Perconti

As Illinois Nursing Homes Allow for Outdoor Visitors, Family Members Can Look Out for Signs of Distress

COVID-19 is still spreading in Illinois with officials from the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) reporting 715 new coronavirus cases on Wednesday, June 24, while deaths increased by 64. That brings the total cases in Illinois to 138,540, including 6,770 deaths, in 101 Illinois counties. Infections at long-term care facilities comprise nearly 16% of the state’s total cases, but nursing home residents who have died from the virus make up more than 55% of the state’s fatalities. IDPH has started to require testing of residents and staff members at those facilities, and recently announced new measures which allow for nursing home visitors to meet with residents and loved ones under strict precautions.

In a released statement by IDPH on June 18, 2020, Illinois long-term care facilities may begin to allow outdoor visitation for residents when certain conditions are met. Visits to Illinois nursing homes have been restricted since mid-March.

Alden Wentworth Rehab & Healthcare Center Chicago: COVID-19 Summary

Published on: June 30, 2020 | Levin & Perconti

Alden Wentworth Rehab & Healthcare Center releases COVID-19 statistics showing 60 COVID infections and 12 deaths. Levin & Perconti, Illinois nursing home lawyers launch investigation into gross negligence in preventing the spread of COVID-19

On June 5, 2020, Alden Wentworth Rehab & Healthcare Center, located in Chicago, IL, released long term care outbreak data reporting of laboratory confirmed COVID-19 outbreak cases. These statics confirm that 60 infections and 12 deaths have occurred at the facility during the COVID-19 outbreak.

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Alden of Waterford: COVID-19 Summary

Published on: June 29, 2020 | Levin & Perconti

Alden of Waterford releases COVID-19 statistics showing 36 COVID infections and 9 deaths. Levin & Perconti, Illinois nursing home lawyers launch investigation into gross negligence in preventing the spread of COVID-19

On June 12, 2020, Alden of Waterford, located in Aurora, Illinois, released long term care outbreak data reporting of laboratory confirmed COVID-19 outbreak cases. These statics confirm that 36 infections and 9 deaths have occurred at the facility during the COVID-19 outbreak.

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Alden Valley Ridge Illinois: COVID-19 Summary

Published on: June 28, 2020 | Levin & Perconti

Alden Valley Ridge releases COVID-19 statistics showing 43 COVID infections and 15 deaths. Levin & Perconti, Illinois nursing home lawyers launch investigation into gross negligence in preventing the spread of COVID-19

On June 5, 2020, Alden Valley Ridge,located in Bloomingdale, IL, released long term care outbreak data reporting of laboratory confirmed COVID-19 outbreak cases. These statics confirm that 43 infections and 15 deaths have occurred at the facility during the COVID-19 outbreak.

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