nursing homes

Across Illinois, about 70% of days spent in nursing home care are covered by Medicaid, making it the largest insurance payer for this type of coverage, according to state officials. Advocates worry the proposed cuts will reduce the type of care low-income seniors and those living with disabilities will receive at these facilities.

Outdated payment formula forcing facilities around the state to close, industry says

Illinois could join a handful of states that allow cameras to be installed in the rooms of nursing home residents. Supporters say it would give families…

The AARP says Illinois has improved opportunities for elderly people to remain in the community. But it says there are still too many living in nursing…

As the Illinois General Assembly considers a so-called "middle of the road" budget for next year, some programs could be cut or reduced to make up for the…

Advocates for nursing homes say if Illinois does not keep income tax rates where they are, thousands of seniors could lose access to care. But it's not…