Helia Healthcare of Energy
210 East College, Energy, IL 62933 · Williamson County · (618) 942-7014
98 certified beds, about 73 residents a day · For profit - Corporation · Medicare and Medicaid since 2003
CMS Care Compare ratings, data as of September 1, 2026 · CCN 146045 · See it on Medicare.gov · Compare with other homes
The record in brief
At its most recent standard inspection, on January 30, 2026, inspectors cited 5 health deficiencies (the Illinois average is 12.6, the national average 9.2).
Of 65 health citations since November 2023, 11 were rated as actual harm or immediate jeopardy to residents (1 immediate jeopardy).
CMS lists 7 fines totaling $227,730 in the last three years; the largest was $113,230, and the latest is dated December 23, 2025.
Nurses and nurse aides worked 2.88 hours per resident per day, against 3.45 across Illinois and 3.86 nationally. Registered nurses accounted for 0.42 of those hours.
61.3% of nursing staff left within the year CMS measured (Illinois average 44.5%).
CMS links it to Helia Healthcare, an affiliated group of 13 nursing homes.
Health inspections
Federal rules call for a standard inspection at least every 15 months, plus a visit whenever a complaint is filed. Each mark below is one citation, colored by how serious inspectors rated it. How to read a citation.
Under each citation, the quoted text is the inspector's own summary from the federal statement of deficiencies (CMS form 2567), word for word apart from a privacy scrub; CMS removes residents' and staff names before it publishes the text. The full notes are on Medicare.gov.
Where its citations fall on CMS's grid
CMS rates every citation by how much harm it caused (rows) and how many residents it touched (columns). The count in each box is this home's, across all 65 health citations on file.
June 23, 2026Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to provide timely ADL (Activities of Daily Living) assistance to dependent residents for transfers for 1 (R1) of 3 residents reviewed for ADL assistance in the sample of 5.
April 10, 2026Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to adhere to the guidelines for conducting a Resident Assessment to ensure accurate documentation and plan of care follow up resulted for 1 (R1) of 4 residents reviewed for assessments in the sample of 10.
January 30, 2026Standard inspection, Complaint inspection · 5 citations
- G Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review the facility failed to provide appropriate treatment and services to prevent urinary tract infections (UTI) for 1 of 5 residents (R7) reviewed for urinary tract infections in a sample of 39. This failure resulted in R7 being admitted to the hospital for disorientation and acute cystitis without hematuria.
- F Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, record review, and interview, the facility failed to ensure a medication cart was kept locked when out of staffs visual control. This has the ability to affect all 74 residents living at the facility.
- F Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review the facility failed to ensure that dishes were effectively sanitized in the dish machine. This failure has the potential to affect all 74 residents residing in the facility. The Findings Include:On 1/26/26 at 9:15 AM during the initial tour of the kitchen the sanitizer level in the dish machine was checked with sanitizer strips by V7 (Dietary Manager) and no sanitizer was registering. V7 attempted to run 2 more cycles stating that sometimes after it sits all night the sanitizer tubing gets clogged. V7 stated that she would contact the maintenance department and see if they could get the dish machine to dispense sanitizing solution appropriately due to the sanitizer strip not registering any sanitizer in the machine. [...]
- E Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review the facility failed to follow the recipe for pureed spaghetti and failed to provide the correct amount of bread for the lunch meal for 5 of 5 residents (R9, R12, R30, R45, R52) reviewed for altered diets in the sample of 39. The Findings Include: R9's admission profile documents an admission date to the facility on [DATE]. This same document includes the following diagnosis: Malignant neoplasm of oropharynx, other sequelae of cerebral infarction and generalized anxiety disorder. R9's current month's physician order sheet document that R9 has a pureed diet as tolerated. R12's admission profile documents an admission date to the facility on [DATE] and includes the following diagnosis: Alzheimer's, Dementia, and Cerebellar stroke syndrome. R12's current month physician's order sheet documents that R12 has a puree diet with thin liquids. [...]
- D Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to maintain aseptic technique while performing wound care treatment for 2 (R3 & R10) of 8 residents reviewed for wound care treatment and infection control in a sample of 39.
December 23, 2025Complaint inspection · 18 citations
- G Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview, observation, and record review, the facility failed to prevent the verbal and physical abuse of a resident from staff for 1 of 7 residents (R7) reviewed for abuse in the sample of 44. This failure resulted in psycho/social harm to R7 having feelings of irritation, anger, and continued complaints of pain to her right shoulder.
- G Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure residents were free from involuntary seclusion for 1 of 7 residents (R7) reviewed for abuse and neglect in the sample of 44. This failure resulted in R7 experiencing feelings of emotional distress and acts of crying out in fear from being placed into her bed without her wheelchair nearby leaving her with no means of transferring out of bed or mobility safely.
- G Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to administer/apply pain medications as ordered for 1 of 3 residents (R19) reviewed for pain management in a sample of 44. This failure resulted in R19 experiencing pain with the treatment application to R19's leg wounds.
- F Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure sufficient staff to meet the needs of the residents timely. This has the potential to affect all 73 residents currently residing at the facility.
- F Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure that all staff have the appropriate competencies and skill sets to provide care and meet the residents' needs. This failure has the potential to effect all 73 residents living in the facility.
- F Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to use accurately labeled medication/cream, use cream that was not expired, and lock the medication and wound treatment carts. This failure has the ability to affect all 73 residents in the facility.
- F Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to follow the approved menu by not providing the approved protein and not serving the correct portion sizes. This failure has the ability to affect all 73 residents residing at the facility.
- F Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to discard food items in the refrigerator and dry storage that were past the used by/expiration dates. This has the potential to affect all 73 residents living in the facility
- F Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview, observation, and record review the facility failure to ensure that all licensed staff had a current license while working at the facility. This failure has the potential effect all 73 residents living at the facility.
- E Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to supply linens (washcloths) and ensure the call lights were within reach for 6 of 6 residents (R1, R3, R4, R7, R22, R35) reviewed for accommodation of needs in a sample of 44.
- E Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to acquire medication from the pharmacy and administer and document medications as ordered for 4 of 13 residents (R2, R3, R17, R19) reviewed for pharmacy services in a sample of 44.
- E Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to maintain food items served to residents at palatable/hot temperatures for 4 of 4 residents (R1, R2, R3, R14) reviewed for food preferences in the sample of 44.
- E Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to implement enhanced barrier precautions while providing wound care for 5 of 5 residents (R15, R3, R17, R19, and R1) observed for wound care in a sample of 44.
- D Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to respect resident preferences and privacy for 2 of 4 residents (R17, R19) reviewed for resident rights in a sample of 44.
- D Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review the facility failed to immediately report an allegation of staff to resident abuse to the administrator and failed to identify an incident of possible misappropriation of a resident's property and report the incident to the Illinois Department of Public Health for 2 of 7 residents (R2 and R7) reviewed for abuse and neglect in the sample of 44.
- D Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review the facility failed to thoroughly and immediately investigate allegations of abuse and potential theft, failed to prevent further potential abuse/neglect from occurring while allowing staff to continue to have direct care with residents after allegations were made, and failed to conclude willful intent occurred involving a staff to resident altercation for 2 of 7 (R2 and R7) residents reviewed for abuse in a sample of 44.
- D Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review the facility failed to provide a dependent resident timely ADL (Activities of Daily Living) assistance with transfers for 1 of 6 residents (R1) reviewed for ADL assistance in the sample of 44.
- D Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to administrated medications as prescribed by a physician for 2 of 13 (R11, R12) residents reviewed for medication administration in a sample 44.
October 28, 2025Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- G Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review the facility failed to transport a resident in the appropriate wheelchair to prevent an accident for 1 (R1) of 3 residents reviewed for accidents in a sample of 10. This failure resulted in R1 falling face first into the dining room floor resulting in a left nasal bone deformity and both ulnar and olecranon fracture of the left upper extremity.
September 12, 2025Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- G Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews and record review the facility failed to ensure residents are free from significant medication errors for 1 of 3 residents (R1) reviewed for medication errors in sample of 13. This failure resulted in R1 receiving another resident's medication and being hospitalized for hypoglycemia. Findings Include:R1's Face Sheet shows documents an admission date of 10/16/2023 and includes diagnoses of Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications, Alzheimer's Disease, Iron Deficiency, Cholecystitis, Renal Insufficiency, and Diaphragmatic Hernia without Obstruction. R1's Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] documents in section C, Cognitive Patterns, documents a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) score of 5, indicating R1 has severe cognition impairment. [...]
September 4, 2025Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- J Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to provide behavioral health services for residents with mental illness, and to maintain/improve resident's psychosocial well-being for 1 of 3 residents (R1) reviewed for behavioral services in a sample of 9. This failure resulted in R1 voicing feelings of isolation, suicidal ideations with a plan of strangulation, and engaging in self-injurious behaviors. This failure resulted in an Immediate Jeopardy, which was identified to have begun on 4/14/25 when the facility failed to implement increased monitoring for R1, remove hazardous objects from R1's room, and refer R1 for recommended counseling services. V1 (Administrator) and V2 (Director of Nursing) were notified of the Immediate Jeopardy on 8/22/2025 at 9:03 AM. [...]
July 24, 2025Complaint inspection · 4 citations
- E Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review the facility failed to properly dispose of controlled substance medication for 2 (R2 and R3) of 6 residents reviewed for pharmacy services in a sample of 13. The Findings Include:1. R2's Face Sheet dated 07/17/25 documents an admission date of 12/19/24 with diagnoses in part of hemiplegia and hemiparesis following unspecified cerebrovascular disease affecting left non-dominant side, pain in left knee, malignant neoplasm of oropharynx, squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck, malignant neoplasm of esophagus. R2's Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] documents in Section C a BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status) score of 13, which indicates that R2 is cognitively intact. [...]
- D Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, record review the facility failed to ensure prevention of misappropriation of resident property for 3 (R2, R3, and R5) of 6 residents reviewed for abuse in the sample of 13. The Findings Include:1. R2's Face Sheet dated 07/17/25 documents an admission date of 12/19/24 with diagnoses in part of hemiplegia and hemiparesis following unspecified cerebrovascular disease affecting left non-dominant side, pain in left knee, malignant neoplasm of oropharynx, squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck, malignant neoplasm of esophagus. R2's Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] documents in Section C a BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status) score of 13, which indicates that R2 is cognitively intact. [...]
- D Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to report allegations of abuse and misappropriation of property within the required time frames for 3 (R2, R3, and R5) of 6 residents reviewed for abuse in a sample of 13The Findings Include: 1. R2's Face Sheet dated 07/17/25 documents an admission date of 12/19/24 with diagnoses in part of hemiplegia and hemiparesis following unspecified cerebrovascular disease affecting left non-dominant side, pain in left knee, malignant neoplasm of oropharynx, squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck, malignant neoplasm of esophagus. R2's Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] documents in Section C a BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status) score of 13, which indicates that R2 is cognitively intact. [...]
- D Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to initiate and complete investigations of abuse allegations in accordance with required time frames for 3 (R2, R3, and R5) of 6 residents reviewed for abuse in a sample of 13The Findings Include:1. R2's Face Sheet dated 07/17/25 documents an admission date of 12/19/24 with diagnoses in part of hemiplegia and hemiparesis following unspecified cerebrovascular disease affecting left non-dominant side, pain in left knee, malignant neoplasm of oropharynx, squamous cell carcinoma of skin of scalp and neck, malignant neoplasm of esophagus. R2's Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] documents in Section C a BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status) score of 13, which indicates that R2 is cognitively intact. [...]
May 7, 2025Complaint inspection · 2 citations
- G Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure necessary supervision was provided to prevent a fall with injury for 1 (R1) of 3 residents reviewed for accidents and supervision. This failure resulted in R1 being found in the floor resulting in mildly displaced left lateral sixth and seventh rib fractures and an acute, mildly displaced, and angulated fracture of the left femoral neck.
- D Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to notify the Power of Attorney (POA) of a fall and change in resident's condition for 1 (R1) of 3 residents reviewed for accidents. This past noncompliance occurred between 4/5/25 and 4/5/25. Findings Include: R1's admission Record documents an admission date to the facility of 3/16/25 with diagnoses including displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, altered mental status, unspecified, alzheimer's disease, unspecified and dementia in other diseases classified. This same document under emergency contacts listed V3 (Family) as emergency contact power of attorney for healthcare and primary financial contact. R1's Minimum Data Set (MDS) dated [DATE] documented a Brief Interview for Mental Status (BIMS) of 3, indicating R1 had severe cognitive impairment. [...]
April 17, 2025Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to protect a resident from employee to resident verbal abuse for 1 of 10 residents (R3) reviewed for abuse in a sample of 12.
February 19, 2025Complaint inspection · 3 citations
- F Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure sufficient staff to provide care in a timely manner for 5 of 12 (R1, R3, R4, R8, and R11) residents reviewed for sufficient staff in the sample of 12. This failure has the potential to affect all 77 residents currently residing at the facility. Findings Include: The facility Midnight Census report dated 2/18/25 documents 77 residents currently reside at the facility. 1. R1's Resident Face Sheet with a print date of 2/18/25 documents R1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that include cerebral infarct, heart disease, hypertension, urinary incontinence, and history of falling. R1's MDS (Minimum Data Set) dated 1/8/25 documents a BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status) score of 15, indicating R1 is cognitively intact. [...]
- E Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure incontinence care was provided timely and failed to ensure they had enough supplies to provide care for 4 of 5 (R1, R3, R8, R11) residents reviewed for activities of daily living in the sample of 12. Findings Include: 1. R1's Resident Face Sheet with a print date of 2/18/25 documents R1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that include cerebral infarct, heart disease, hypertension, urinary incontinence, and history of falling. R1's MDS (Minimum Data Set) dated 1/8/25 documents a BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status) score of 15, indicating R1 is cognitively intact. This same MDS documents R1 requires partial/moderate assist with showers/bathing, dressing, personal hygiene, and transfers. This MDS documents R1 is frequently incontinent of bowel and bladder. [...]
- D Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure residents were able to choose the time they got up for 1 of 4 residents (R4) reviewed for resident rights in the sample of 12. Findings Include: R4's Resident Face Sheet with a print date of 2/19/25 documents R4 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that include repeated falls, low back pain, arthritis, and pain. R4's MDS (Minimum Data Set) dated 1/7/25 documents a BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status) score of 05, which indicates R4 has a severe cognitive deficit. This same MDS documents R4 requires partial/moderate assist of staff for dressing and transfers. R4's current Care Plan documents a Problem area with a start date of 12/27/24 of, resident has had a decline in ADL (Activities of Daily Living) function and requires assistance with transfers and mobility. [...]
January 31, 2025Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to identify and treat pressure wounds for 3 (R1, R2, and R3) of 4 residents reviewed for pressure wounds in the sample of 6.
January 15, 2025Complaint inspection · 2 citations
- D Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews, observations, and record review, the facility failed to notify the physician of a resident's change in condition for 1 of 4 residents (R1) reviewed for physician notification of change in condition in a sample of 7.
- D Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Inspectors wroteBased on interviews and record review, the facility failed to implement ordered treatments for wound care for 1 of 5 (R1) residents reviewed for pressure ulcers in a sample of 7.
November 26, 2024Standard inspection · 11 citations
- G Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review the facility failed to follow orders by placing a resident on hospice and failed to get a timely X-ray for a Covid positive resident having respiratory distress for 2 of 2 residents (R80 and R81) reviewed for quality of care in a sample of 39. This failure resulted in R80 being admitted to the hospital for 5 days with hypoxemic respiratory failure.
- F Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and observation, the facility failed to have enough staff to provided consistent care to residents. This has the ability to effect all 76 residents living at this facility.
- F Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review the facility failed to provide a clean and sanitary environment to perform dietary services. This failure has the potential to affect all 76 residents in the facility.
- E Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to provide dignity while assisting dependent residents during mealtimes for 10 of 10 residents (R4, R7, R23, R32, R51, R52, R53, R54, R60, R63) reviewed for dignity in a sample of 39.
- E Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview, observation and record review the facility failed to provide showers and assistance with meals to 5 of 10 residents (R4, R9, R23, R39, R52) reviewed for activities of daily living in a sample of 39.
- E Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview, observation, and record review the facility failed to follow dietary order ordered by the physician for 4 (R39, R43, R50 and R53) of 22 residents reviewed for dining in a sample of 39.
- D Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review the facility failed to provide the writtten notice of the resident's potential liablity for a non-covered stay (SNFABN) for 2 of 3 residents (R71 and R73) reviewed for Beneficiary Protection Notification in the sample of 39.
- D Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview and record review the facility failed to provide the diet as ordered for one (R81) of 22 residents reviewed for dining in a sample of 39.
- D Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to discard expired medications for 1 of 1 resident (R8) reviewed for expired medications in the sample of 39.
- D Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview, observation and record review the facility failed to serve food at a preferred temperature for one (R53) of one resident reviewed for food temperature preferences in a sample of 39.
- D Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interview, the facility failed to implement infection prevention strategies while performing wound care for 2 of 3 residents (R1, R66) reviewed for wound care in a sample of 39.
April 15, 2024Complaint inspection · 2 citations
- G Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure safe resident transfers were provided to prevent accidents for 2 (R1 and R2) of 3 residents reviewed for accidents and supervision in the sample of 4. This failure resulted in R1 sustaining a laceration to the right foot requiring sutures and R2 sustaining a fibula fracture.
- D Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to administer medication in accordance with professional standards for 2 (R1 and R3) of 3 residents reviewed for medication administration in a sample of 4.
December 22, 2023Standard inspection · 10 citations
- G Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure catheter care was provided per current standards of practice for 2 of 8 (R25 and R34) residents reviewed for catheter care in the sample of 45. This failure resulted in R34 developing a urinary tract infection that required hospitalization on 12/10/2023. Findings Include: 1. R34's undated Resident Face Sheet documents R34 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that include spinal stenosis, diabetes, acute kidney failure, urinary tract infection, muscle wasting, atrophy, dependence on supplemental oxygen, and hypertension. R34's MDS (Minimum Data Set) dated 9/14/23 documents R34 has a BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status) score of 15, which indicates R34 is cognitively intact. This same MDS documents under Section I, R34 has neurogenic bladder and obstructive uropathy. [...]
- F Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure sufficient staff were available to provide needed care in a timely manner. This failure affected (R31, R34 and R64) and has the potential to affect all 74 residents residing in the facility. Findings Include: 1. R34's undated Resident Face Sheet documents R34 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that include spinal stenosis, diabetes, acute kidney failure, urinary tract infection, muscle wasting, atrophy, dependence on supplemental oxygen, and hypertension. R34's MDS (Minimum Data Set) dated 9/14/23 documents R34 has a BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status) score of 15, which indicates R34 is cognitively intact. This same MDS documents under Section G that R34 is totally dependent on staff for bathing and requires physical assist of two staff for toileting. [...]
- F Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to prepare meals as indicated per the facility menu. This failure has the potential to affect all 74 residents residing in the facility. Findings Include: 1. On 12/20/23 at 01:40 PM, R131 who was alert to person, place and time; and stated portion sizes of food are inconsistent at times. R131 stated she has spoke with V2 (Dietary Manger) regarding her concerns and feels she is making a good faith effort to get them resolved. Review of the lunch menu for 12/20/23 read as follows: Meatloaf, Mashed Potatoes, [NAME] Beans, Wheat Bread, Cherry Chocolate Bar, Margarine, Coffee/Tea. On 12/20/23 at 12:38 PM, V6 (Cook) was observed slicing multiple sizes of meatloaf slices in the baking pan. V6 stated 4 oz (ounces) is the meatloaf portion served. [...]
- F Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to maintain equipment in clean and sanitary condition, and effectively sanitize equipment and work surfaces. This failure has the potential to affect all 74 residents residing in the facility. Findings Include: On 12/19/23 at 09:45 AM, V6 (Cook) was asked to check the sanitizer concentration level of the dishwasher. V6 was observed dipping a chlorine sanitizer test strip into the dishwasher water at multiple times of the wash cycle, never registering sanitizer. V6 was then observed holding the strip in the dishwater water throughout the entire dishwasher cycle, demonstrating varying colors present on the strip throughout the cycle beneath the water. V6 stated she will have maintenance check the dishwasher to see why she's having trouble getting the test strips to register. [...]
- E Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to maintain a safe, comfortable, and homelike environment for 4 of 4 residents (R26, R30, R36, and R64) reviewed for environment is a sample of 45. Findings Include: On 12/21/23 at 2:27 PM, a tour was conducted with V5 (Maintenance) noting the following findings in which V5 provided the size dimensions given: -The room occupied by R26 has an approximate 2 inch wide circular hole in the closet door. -The room occupied by R30 and R64 has multiple paint chipped and peeling areas approximately 4 foot x 4 foot on the walls. -The room occupied by R36 has non-functioning blinds, which are observed as being diagonally raised across the window and the door handle sticks, requiring twisting force to open. [...]
- D Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review the facility failed to answer call lights for residents needing assistance in a timely manner to promote dignity and respect for 3 of 3 residents (R31, R34, and R64) reviewed for call lights in the sample of 45. Findings Include: 1. R34's undated Resident Face Sheet documents R34 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that include spinal stenosis, diabetes, acute kidney failure, urinary tract infection, muscle wasting, atrophy, dependence on supplemental oxygen, and hypertension. R34's MDS (Minimum Data Set) dated 9/14/23 documents R34 has a BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status) score of 15, which indicates R34 is cognitively intact. This same MDS documents under Section G that R34 requires two person physical assist for toileting. On 12/21/23 at 1:28 PM, R34 stated they have enough staff, most of the time. [...]
- D Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review, the facility failed to notify the physician of resident weight loss for 3 of 6 residents (R25, R42, R70) reviewed for weight loss in the sample of 45.
- D Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview, observation and record review the facility failed to provide feeding assistance and failed to ensure showers were provided as scheduled for 3 of 4 (R8, R34, and R132) residents reviewed for Activities of Daily Living in the sample of 45. Findings Include: 1. R132's Care Plan dated 10/27/23 documented a problem area, admitted to (the facility) for long term care. I require a Baseline Care Plan identifying care needs, risks, strengths and goals within the first 48 hours, with a corresponding approach, Nutrition: I will eat regular meals. I will eat in the dining room. My fluids are regular. I need limited assist with eating. My weight is at risk for weight loss. R132's Medical Record contained no documentation of Physicians diet orders, weight orders, nor any Dietary department documentation. R132's Weight Record documented the following: 10/31/2023 175.4 lbs. [...]
- D Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Inspectors wroteBased on interview and record review the facility failed to ensure immunizations were administered per current standards of practice for 1 of 5 (R45) residents reviewed for immunizations in the sample of 45. Findings Include: R45's undated Resident Face Sheet documents R45 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that include muscle wasting and atrophy, hypertension, diabetes, and morbid obesity. R45's MDS (Minimum Data Set) dated 11/15/23 documents R45 has a BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status) score of 15, which indicates R15 is cognitively intact. R45's Preventative Health Care Report dated 10/1/22 to 12/21/23 documents under pneumococcal vaccine dated 10/10/23, Not recommended at this time. On 12/22/23 at 9:00 AM, R45 stated he would like to receive the Prevnar immunization, should he be eligible. [...]
- D Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation and interview the facility failed to ensure a functioning call system for 1 (R11) of 24 residents reviewed for call systems in the sample of 45. Findings Include: On 12/19/23 at 10:21 AM, R11 was observed sitting on the side of her bed, yelling for help, as she had visibly been incontinent of bowel. R11's call light was observed as being activated, but not illuminating on the light above the outside of R11's door. On 12/19/23 at 10:23 AM, V20 (CNA) responded to R11's yelling. R11 told V20 she was dirty. V20 was notified of the potentially malfunctioning call light, in which she wiggled the call light cord at the wall plug in, in which the light then flickered on and off with cord movement. V20 stated it might be when the recliner is pushed up against it, it caused it not to work. [...]
November 29, 2023Complaint inspection · 1 citation
- D Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Inspectors wroteBased on observation, interview, and record review the facility failed to ensure a fall care plan was initiated and interventions were implemented for 2 of 3 (R1 and R2) residents reviewed for falls in the sample of 7. Findings Include: 1. R1's Resident Face Sheet with a print date of 11/29/23 documents R1 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses that include Parkinson's disease, abnormalities of gait and mobility, anemia, history of falling, psychotic disorder with hallucinations, and insomnia. R1's MDS (Minimum Data Set) dated 10/21/23 documents a BIMS (Brief Interview for Mental Status) score of 14, which indicates R1 is cognitively intact. This same MDS documents R1 requires partial/moderate assistance with transfers and that R1 has had falls with a major injury since admission to the facility. [...]
Fire safety inspections
27 fire safety citations on file: 5 on January 30, 2026, 10 on November 26, 2024, 12 on December 22, 2023.
Every fire safety citation27 citations
- F Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.
- F Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
- E Have exits that are accessible at all times.
- E Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
- E Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
- F Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
- F Establish staff and initial training requirements.
- F Implement emergency and standby power systems.
- F Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
- F Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- F Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
- F Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
- F Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen.
- E Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- E Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
- F Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
- F Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
- F Implement emergency and standby power systems.
- F Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
- F Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
- F Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
- F Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
- E Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
- E Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
- E Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
- E Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
- E Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Fines and payment denials
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| December 23, 2025 | Fine | $113,230 |
| December 23, 2025 | Payment Denial | 11 days from January 20, 2026 |
| October 28, 2025 | Fine | $10,088 |
| September 4, 2025 | Fine | $26,900 |
| May 7, 2025 | Fine | $11,248 |
| November 26, 2024 | Fine | $36,717 |
| April 15, 2024 | Fine | $19,305 |
| November 29, 2023 | Fine | $10,242 |
| November 29, 2023 | Payment Denial | 14 days from January 24, 2024 |
A payment denial means Medicare and Medicaid stopped paying for new admissions for that period.
Staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, from the payroll records every home sends CMS. Higher means more staff time with each resident.
| Measure | This home | Illinois | United States |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nursing staff (RN, LPN and aides) | 2.88 | 3.45 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses | 0.42 | 0.72 | 0.69 |
| All nursing staff on weekends | 2.71 | 3.07 | 3.42 |
| Nurse aides | 1.97 | ||
| Licensed practical nurses | 0.49 | ||
| Nursing staff turnover (share who left in a year) | 61.3% | 44.5% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 54.5% | 41.8% | 42.9% |
| Administrators who left | 0 |
CMS expects 4.01 hours a day for residents as sick as this home's (its case-mix figure). The staffing star compares the two.
Staffing by quarter, from daily payroll records
Every nursing home sends CMS its staff hours for each day (the Payroll Based Journal). Here they are added up by quarter. The latest quarter is the one behind the figures above. In January to March 2026, nursing staff hours per resident were 2.95 on weekdays and 2.71 on weekends, 8% lower on weekends (nationally, weekends ran 15% lower). Contract or agency staff worked 0.0% of nursing hours, against 5.3% nationally. Total nursing hours per resident went from 2.95 in April to June 2025 to 2.88 in January to March 2026.
| Quarter | All nursing staff | Registered nurses | Weekdays | Weekends | Contract staff share | Days with no RN hours | Residents a day |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan to Mar 2026 | 2.88 | 0.42 | 2.95 | 2.71 | 0.0% | 0 of 90 | 73 |
| Oct to Dec 2025 | 2.91 | 0.45 | 2.98 | 2.73 | 0.0% | 0 of 92 | 72 |
| Jul to Sep 2025 | 2.92 | 0.45 | 3.02 | 2.67 | 0.0% | 0 of 92 | 73 |
| Apr to Jun 2025 | 2.95 | 0.54 | 3.05 | 2.71 | 0.0% | 0 of 91 | 75 |
| United States, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.75 | 0.62 | 3.92 | 3.33 | 5.3% | 0.5% of days | |
| Illinois, Jan to Mar 2026 | 3.26 | 0.65 | 3.40 | 2.92 | 5.4% | 0.6% of days |
Hours per resident per day: staff hours in the quarter divided by resident days (the daily census CMS derives from resident assessments). Registered nurses include the director of nursing and RNs with administrative duties; aides include nurse aides in training and medication aides, as in CMS's own staffing measure. How these are calculated.
Staff pay reports
Staff pay at this home
No staff pay figure for this home has passed review yet. A figure appears only after at least 5 reports from at least 3 different people, sent over at least 60 days, have passed review.
Official wage estimates for Illinois
| Job | Median | Middle half | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois, all employers | |||
| CNAs (nursing assistants) | $22.10 | $18.95 to $23.26 | 68,640 |
| LPNs and LVNs | $36.06 | $30.57 to $38.25 | 17,440 |
| Registered nurses | $46.15 | $38.47 to $50.94 | 138,910 |
| United States, nursing care facilities | |||
| CNAs (nursing assistants) | $20.67 | $17.91 to $22.55 | 534,270 |
| LPNs and LVNs | $33.86 | $30.05 to $37.40 | 188,210 |
| Registered nurses | $41.11 | $37.85 to $47.68 | 142,270 |
Hourly wages; the middle half runs from the 25th to the 75th percentile. Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. BLS has no separate estimate for medication aides. These are survey estimates for whole occupations, not figures for any one home.
Quality measures
The measures CMS uses for the quality star. Lower is better for every one of them.
| Measure | This home | Illinois | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 21.9 | 13.4 | 13.9 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.9 | 0.9 | 0.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 0.0 | 1.5 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 3.3 | 3.1 | 3.2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 1.9 | 2.2 | 1.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 25.6 | 14.3 | 14.1 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 3.7 | 4.8 | 4.6 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay residents, 2025Q2-2026Q1 | 4.5 | 21.7 | 15.4 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 33.0 | 26.1 | 23.8 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit Short Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 17.1 | 13.8 | 12.0 |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 3.4 | 2.0 | 1.9 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days Long Stay residents, 20250101-20251231 | 3.3 | 2.2 | 1.8 |
Owners and operators
Legal business name: HELIA HEALTHCARE OF ENERGY LLC. CMS links this home to Helia Healthcare, a group of 13 nursing homes averaging 2.2 stars overall.
| Name | Role | Type | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miller, Stephen | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | Individual | 100% | 12/01/2003 |
| Younger, Lana | W-2 managing employee | Individual | 07/31/2019 | |
| Mills, Michael | Corporate officer | Individual | 01/01/2017 | |
| Bridgemark Healthcare, LLC | Operational/managerial control | Organization | 04/16/2008 | |
| Miller, Stephen | Operational/managerial control | Individual | 12/01/2003 |
As listed in the CMS ownership file, which names owners with a 5% or greater stake and the people and companies with operational or managerial control.
Questions to ask on a visit
Chosen from this home's own inspection record.
- How do you prevent falls and pressure injuries, and how are families told when one happens?Inspectors cited 17 problems in this area, most recently on June 23, 2026: "Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable."
- Can we see a week of menus and the kitchen, and how are special diets handled?Inspectors cited 10 problems in this area, most recently on January 30, 2026: "Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards."
- How do residents and families raise a complaint or grievance, and how fast is it answered?Inspectors cited 9 problems in this area, most recently on December 23, 2025: "Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident."
- How are medications reviewed, and how often are antipsychotic or sedating drugs used?Inspectors cited 8 problems in this area, most recently on January 30, 2026: "Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs."
- Who is on the floor on Saturday and Sunday, and how many residents does each aide care for?Weekend nurse staffing here was 2.71 hours per resident per day, below the Illinois average of 3.07.
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- Axiom Healthcare of West Frankfort West Frankfort, 10 mi · 1 of 5 stars · 66 citations
- Manor Court of Carbondale Carbondale, 12.9 mi · 2 of 5 stars · 38 citations
- Integrity Hc of Carbondale Carbondale, 13 mi · 1 of 5 stars · 52 citations
- Stonebridge Nursing & Rehab Benton, 16 mi · 3 of 5 stars · 7 citations
Illinois contacts for a concern about a nursing home
These are the official offices in Illinois. NursingHomeClear cannot take or act on complaints.
- Inspections and complaints: Illinois Department of Public Health, Nursing Homes, the state agency that inspects nursing homes for CMS and takes complaints about care.
- Resident advocate: Illinois Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program, Illinois Department on Aging, 1-800-252-8966. The long-term care ombudsman is a free, confidential advocate for residents and families, set up under the federal Older Americans Act.
- State inspection reports: IDPH Quarterly Reports of Nursing Home Violators, where Illinois publishes its own records on licensed homes.
Common questions
- What is Helia Healthcare of Energy's Medicare star rating?
- CMS rates Helia Healthcare of Energy 1 out of 5 stars overall, with 1 for health inspections, 1 for staffing and 3 for quality measures (CMS data as of September 1, 2026).
- How many deficiencies did Helia Healthcare of Energy get at its last inspection?
- 5 health deficiencies at the standard inspection on January 30, 2026. The Illinois average is 12.6.
- Has Helia Healthcare of Energy been fined?
- Yes. CMS lists 7 fines totaling $227,730 in the last three years.
- Does Helia Healthcare of Energy accept Medicaid?
- It is certified to take Medicaid (CMS lists it as "Medicare and Medicaid"). Certification does not mean a Medicaid bed is open: ask the admissions office.
- Who owns Helia Healthcare of Energy?
- CMS lists 5 owners and managers, and links the home to Helia Healthcare. Legal business name: HELIA HEALTHCARE OF ENERGY LLC.
Sources
- Ratings, staffing and fines: CMS Provider Information, released September 30, 2026, data as of September 1, 2026.
- Citations: CMS Health Deficiencies and Fire Safety Deficiencies.
- Owners: CMS Ownership. Penalties: CMS Penalties.
- Staffing by quarter: CMS Payroll Based Journal Daily Nurse Staffing, April 2025 to March 2026, summed by NursingHomeClear.
- Inspector summaries: CMS Full Statement of Deficiencies (CMS-2567 text), data as of September 1, 2026. Each quote is the part of the statement before the detailed findings.
- Inspection reports with the inspectors' full notes are on this home's Medicare.gov page.
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