La Bella of Morrison

500 North Jackson Street · Morrison, IL · 61270 · 8157727288

74 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Jenmax Group

Why this verdict

  • Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
  • Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
  • 5 citations involved actual harm to residents.

Red flags

Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule

Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.

3 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle

Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.

100% of nursing staff left within a year

High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.

Score breakdown

Inspection record 30% of score 33
Serious harm & abuse 20% 70
Staffing 20% 46
Federal penalties 15% 53
Trend 10% 36
Context 5% 75

Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.

CMS ratings & staffing

Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5

Total nurse hours / resident-day3.043.48 min · 4.1 strong
RN hours / resident-day0.470.55–0.75
Weekend hours / resident-day2.62≈ weekday level
Nursing turnover / year100%median 45%
Fines (3-yr window)2 · $49,925

Inspection citations (37 in the current record)

  • Potential for harm · D April 27, 2026 · found via complaint

    Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

    Corrected May 7, 2026 · Environmental

  • Potential for harm · D April 15, 2026 · found via complaint

    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Corrected April 24, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D March 19, 2026 · found via complaint

    Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

    Corrected March 26, 2026 · Resident Rights

  • Actual harm · G February 24, 2026 · found via complaint

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Corrected March 2, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D February 24, 2026 · found via complaint

    Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

    Corrected February 27, 2026 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D February 24, 2026 · found via complaint

    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Corrected February 27, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D February 24, 2026 · found via complaint

    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Corrected February 27, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D February 24, 2026 · found via complaint

    Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Corrected February 27, 2026 · Pharmacy Service

  • Actual harm · G November 25, 2025 · found via complaint

    Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

    Corrected December 5, 2025 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · D November 25, 2025 · found via complaint

    Provide or arrange emergency care by a doctor 24 hours a day.

    Corrected December 19, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services

  • Potential for harm · D November 25, 2025 · found via complaint

    Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Corrected December 19, 2025 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · D September 16, 2025 · found via complaint

    Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.

    Corrected October 2, 2025 · Resident Rights

  • Actual harm · G March 5, 2025

    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

    Corrected March 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D March 5, 2025

    Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

    Corrected March 21, 2025 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · F March 5, 2025

    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.

    Corrected March 21, 2025 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D March 5, 2025

    Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

    Corrected March 21, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

  • Potential for harm · D March 5, 2025

    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Corrected March 21, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning

  • Potential for harm · D March 5, 2025

    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Corrected March 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D March 5, 2025

    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Corrected March 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · F March 5, 2025

    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Corrected March 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care

  • Potential for harm · D March 5, 2025

    Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

    Corrected March 21, 2025 · Pharmacy Service

  • Potential for harm · D March 5, 2025

    Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

    Corrected March 21, 2025 · Infection Control

  • No harm found · C March 5, 2025

    Post nurse staffing information every day.

    Corrected March 21, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services

  • Potential for harm · D April 11, 2024

    Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

    Corrected April 25, 2024 · Resident Rights

  • Potential for harm · D April 11, 2024

    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

    Corrected April 25, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care

Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.

Federal penalties

DateTypeAmount / length
November 25, 2025Fine$38,745
January 3, 2024Fine$11,180

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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 146084 · certified since April 26, 2005. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.