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Chicago Ridge SNF: Grievance Policy Violations - IL

Healthcare Facility
Chicago Ridge Snf
Chicago Ridge, IL  ·  1/5 stars

The January incident began when Resident 11 started "screaming about a phone then about spoiled milk," according to a witness statement from Resident 13. The witness said he heard smacking sounds and got out of his wheelchair to investigate.

Resident 13 found Resident 11 hitting Resident 10 and "pulled R11 off R10 and stood between them to protect R10," the inspection report states. Resident 11 then left the room.

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Another witness, Resident 14 who shared the room with the victim, provided a more detailed account. She told inspectors that when she walked into her room, "R11 was on top of R10 punching her in the face." The witness said other residents and nurses came into the room "trying to get him off R10."

The attacker had been refusing care and medications, according to facility records. On the day of the incident, social services staff met with Resident 11 to discuss his refusal of treatment, but he was "not receptive to counseling on taking his medications."

Inspectors noted that Resident 11 "presents with auditory hallucinations," which appeared connected to his outburst about hearing voices discussing a phone and spoiled milk.

The facility's handling of the incident resulted in a federal citation for failing to protect residents from harm. Resident 13, who intervened to stop the attack, no longer lives at the facility and could not be interviewed by inspectors.

Resident 14 provided consistent accounts of the assault in two separate interviews with investigators, confirming that the male resident was physically on top of the female victim while punching her.

The inspection found the facility failed to ensure residents were free from abuse and neglect.

Full Inspection Report

The details above represent a summary of key findings. View the complete inspection report for Chicago Ridge Snf from 2026-01-30 including all violations, facility responses, and corrective action plans.

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Data source: Official federal inspection data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

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Last verified: June 20, 2026  ·  Our methodology

Quick Answer

CHICAGO RIDGE SNF in CHICAGO RIDGE, IL was cited for violations during a health inspection on January 30, 2026.

The January incident began when Resident 11 started "screaming about a phone then about spoiled milk," according to a witness statement from Resident 13.

Health inspections identify deficiencies that facilities must correct. Violations range from minor documentation issues to serious safety concerns. Review the full report below for specific details and facility response.

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened at CHICAGO RIDGE SNF?
The January incident began when Resident 11 started "screaming about a phone then about spoiled milk," according to a witness statement from Resident 13.
How serious are these violations?
Violation severity varies from minor documentation issues to serious safety concerns. Review the inspection report for specific deficiency codes and scope. All violations must be corrected within required timeframes and are subject to follow-up verification inspections.
What should families do?
Families should: (1) Ask facility administration about specific corrective actions taken, (2) Request to see the follow-up inspection report verifying corrections, (3) Check if this represents a pattern by reviewing prior inspection reports, (4) Compare this facility's ratings with other nursing homes in CHICAGO RIDGE, IL, (5) Report any new concerns directly to state authorities.
Where can I see the full inspection report?
The complete inspection report is available on Medicare.gov's Care Compare website (www.medicare.gov/care-compare). You can also request a copy directly from CHICAGO RIDGE SNF or from the state Department of Health. The report includes specific deficiency codes, facility responses, and correction timelines. This facility's federal provider number is 145639.
Has this facility had violations before?
To check CHICAGO RIDGE SNF's history, visit Medicare.gov's Care Compare and review their inspection history, quality ratings, and staffing levels. Look for patterns of repeated violations, especially in critical areas like abuse prevention, medication management, infection control, and resident safety.


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