Awards
Among the Best in Senior Living and Rehab
Among the Best in Senior
Living and Rehab
At Downers Grove Rehab & Nursing, our team prides itself on providingthe highest level of skilled nursing care and rehabilitation services for our patients. But don’t just take our word for it – read more about our awards and rankings from these respected institutions.
— The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval
The Joint Commission is the nation’s oldest and largest standards-setting and accrediting body in healthcare. Downers Grove has earned the Joint Commission’s prestigious Gold Seal of Approval, as well as a special certification in Post-Acute Care. Achieving accreditation is not mandatory for skilled nursing centers, but Downers Grove appreciates the commitment to quality that The Joint Commission’s standards represent, so we gladly apply.
— Best Nursing Homes by U.S. News & World Report
Downers Grove Rehab & Nursing has been recognized as a Best Nursing Home for 2021-22 by U.S. News & World Report. Downers Grove earned “High Performing,” the highest possible ranking, for both Short-Term Rehabilitation and Long-Term Care, which only 4.5% of nursing homes earned.
— 5-Star Ratings from Medicare.gov
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services uses a 5-star quality rating system to rate the care provided at all nursing homes that participate in the Medicare program. Nursing homes with 5 stars are considered to have much above average quality. Downers Grove is proud to currently hold 5-star status in the area of RN Staffing. These ratings are a testimony to our hard work and high standards.
— Vohra Wound Physicians Center of Excellence for Wound Management Recognition
Downers Grove Rehab & Nursing has been certified as a Vohra Wound Physicians Center of Excellence for Wound Management. The Center of Excellence in Wound Management was created to highlight and identify facilities that have developed a superior wound management program. To receive this award, we have met the following criteria: Less than 1% wound related hospitalization rate; Vohra wound physician rounding with an average wound census of more than 5 patients per week; Regular team meetings with a focus on Quality and Process Improvement (QAPI); Designated Vohra wound care certified nurse with availability 7 days a week. More information regarding the Center of Excellence may be found here.
— INTERACT™ Center of Excellence Status
Downers Grove Rehab & Nursing has achieved INTERACT™ (Interventions to Reduce Acute Care Transfers) Center of Excellence status. To achieve this, our leadership team committed to a rigorous certification program that promotes reducing unnecessary hospital readmissions utilizing the INTERACT™ Quality Improvement Program (QIP), which includes interventions designed to improve the identification, evaluation, and communication about changes in resident status.