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SELFHELP HOME OF CHICAGO

908 WEST ARGYLE STREET, CHICAGO, IL 60640
Score: 95 / 100

Among nursing homes in Illinois, Selfhelp Home Of Chicago stands out with an A grade and a score of 95 out of 100. It ranks in the 97th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Staffing levels at Selfhelp Home Of Chicago exceed national averages, with 5.34 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 1.57 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 21 deficiencies at Selfhelp Home Of Chicago. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 5.34 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.57 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.48 0.7 Below Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 3.29 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.76 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 1.09 0.7 Above Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

21
Total Deficiencies
Aug 13, 2024
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 21 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0732 Severity F
    Post nurse staffing information every day.
    Aug 13, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
  • Tag 0761 Severity E
    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologi
    Aug 13, 2024 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity E
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Aug 13, 2024 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0550 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    Aug 13, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0677 Severity D
    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    Aug 13, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 5.0% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 0.0% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 20.2% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 7.7% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 5.2% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 12.1% 7.5% Worse
New/worsened incontinence 10.3% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 95 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
72
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Aug 13, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
9