F 0584
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
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.
Based on observation, interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure that the air temperature in
the facility resident rooms was 71 to 81 degrees Fahrenheit (F) for 23 residents (R2, R3, R4, R6, R7, R8,
R9, R10, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17, R18, R19, R20, R21, R22, R23, R24 and R25) reviewed for
inadequate cooling.
Findings include:
On 6/24/25 at 2:05 PM, R9 stated that R8 and R9's room had been feeling warm for a few days prior to the
fire department staff coming into the facility on 6/21/25. R9 stated that the air conditioner (AC) unit in R8
and R9's room in the ceiling had been leaking water recently and wasn't blowing cool air. R9 stated that R9
reported it to V24 (Housekeeping Supervisor) and then reported it to V14 (Social Services Director/SSD)
who informed R8 that R8's room was on the list for the AC to be fixed. R9 stated that on 6/20/25, R8 saw
the air temperature reading on the thermostat in R8 and R9's room reading 85 degrees F and knew that it
was still going to be hot over the weekend, so R8 requested a temporary room change to a different room
in the facility which was granted by staff. R9 stated that on 6/21/25 in the evening, R9 walked back towards
the nurse's station near R9's original room (with R8) for R9's medications and then R9 walked back into
room to retrieve a belonging. R9 stated that R8 was still in the room laying on the bed, and It was
oppressive. It was too hot in there. R9 stated that the fire department staff arrived that evening (6/21/25)
around 10:00 PM. R9 stated that R9 moved back to R8 and R9's room after the AC was fixed.
R9's Face Sheet documents, in part, diagnoses of diabetes mellitus, spondylosis with myelopathy,
hypertensive heart disease, hyperlipidemia, polyneuropathy, major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety
disorder, restless leg syndrome and otalgia left ear.
On 6/25/25 at 9:30 am, R8 stated that the room AC in R8 and R9's room was leaking water from the AC
unit in the ceiling, but now it's fixed. R8 stated that the temperature was warm in R8 and R9's room for
several days prior to 6/21/25, but R8 likes the warmer air temperature and chose to stay in R8's room.
R8's Face Sheet documents, in part, diagnoses of type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypertension, chronic kidney
disease stage 2, seizures, primary open-angle glaucoma bilateral, conductive hearing loss bilateral,
schizoaffective disorder, malignant neoplasm of kidney, acquired absence of kidney, folate deficiency
anemia, major depressive disorder, mild intellectual disabilities, and age-related nuclear cataract bilateral.
On 6/25/25 at 9:32 am, R20 stated that R20 is now in a different room in the facility due to the
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safeguards provide sufficient protection to the patients. (See instructions.) Except for nursing homes, the findings stated above are disclosable 90 days following the
date of survey whether or not a plan of correction is provided. For nursing homes, the above findings and plans of correction are disclosable 14 days following the date
these documents are made available to the facility. If deficiencies are cited, an approved plan of correction is requisite to continued program participation.
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2444 West Touhy Avenue
Chicago, IL 60645
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temperature in the other room was very poor, too hot. R20 stated that R20 can't recall which day it was that
R20 moved, but it was hot outside and hot inside the facility. R20 stated that R20 is blind and needed help
to move. R20 stated that R20 complained to the nurse, and the nurse moved R20.
R20's Face Sheet documents, in part, diagnoses of type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic retinopathy,
orthostatic hypotension, hypertensive heart disease, difficulty in walking, lack of coordination, cognitive
communication deficit, nicotine dependence, age-related nuclear cataract bilateral, and legal blindness.
On 6/25/25 at 9:36 am, R15 stated that it was so warm in R12, R13, R14 and R15's room on 6/21/25, and
the staff moved me out of the room that night.
R15's Face Sheet documents, in part, diagnoses of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, psychosis, and
paranoid schizophrenia.
On 6/25/25 at 9:42 am, R3 stated that for R3, R17 and R24's room AC unit in the ceiling, there was a
problem where it had been dripping water, and the blower wasn't working. R3 stated that on 6/21/25, R3
read the air temperature reading on their room's thermostat at 87 degrees F with it being very warm R3's
room. R3 stated that R3 was not moved from R3, R17 and R24's room on 6/21/25 or 6/22/25, and the
facility brought in a portable AC unit.
R3's Face Sheet documents, in part, diagnoses of asthma, polyarthritis, schizoaffective disorder,
hypothyroidism, hypertensive heart disease, hyperlipidemia, major depressive disorder and nicotine
dependence.
On 6/25/25 at 9:45 am, R10 stated that R10 was in a room with R11 on 6/21/25, and it was hot and humid
in their room. R10 stated that R10 was moved to a different room on 6/21/25 at night after the fire
department staff arrived.
R10's Face Sheet documents, in part, diagnoses of dementia, schizophrenia, obesity, major depressive
disorder, and obesity.
On 6/25/25 at 9:50 am, R24 stated that it was recently warm in R3, R17 and R24's room but was unable to
provide additional details.
R24's Face Sheet documents, in part, diagnoses of hypothyroidism, major depressive disorder,
hypertension, hyperlipidemia, bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder, extrapyramidal and movement
disorder, anxiety disorder, insomnia, legal blindness, and neoplasm of left kidney.
On 6/25/25 at 9:53 am, R17 stated that water had been leaking from R3, R17 and R24's room AC unit in
the ceiling recently and now it's been fixed. R17 stated that R17's naturally feels cold, so the warmth that
R17 felt in R17's room was not a problem for R17.
R17's Face Sheet documents, in part, diagnoses of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, hypertensive
heart disease, benign prostatic hyperplasia, hyperlipidemia, hypothyroidism, anemia, and tachycardia.
On 6/25/25 at 10:00 am, R18 stated on 6/21/25, it was hot like a sun of a gun. R18 stated, Everyone knew
that it was hot in here, I (R18) told them (staff) too, and R16, R18 and R25's room AC unit in
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2444 West Touhy Avenue
Chicago, IL 60645
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Residents Affected - Some
the ceiling wasn't working on 6/21/25. R18 stated that when the fire department staff came late in the
evening on 6/21/25, then the staff moved R16, R18 and R25 to a different room in the facility.
R18's Face Sheet documents, in part, diagnoses of hemiplegia affecting left dominant side, bipolar
disorder, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, type 2 diabetes mellitus, myelodysplastic syndrome,
spinal stenosis, anemia, hypothyroidism, anemia, benign prostatic hyperplasia, chronic kidney disease,
generalized anxiety disorder, schizoaffective disorder, and nicotine dependence.
On 6/25/25 at 10:07 am, R16 stated that R16, R18 and R25's room AC wasn't working prior to 6/21/25, and
the air temperature in their room kept going up. R16 stated that R16, R18 and R25 were moved to a
different room in the facility late on 6/21/25.
R16's Face Sheet documents, in part, diagnoses of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, type 2 diabetes
mellitus, hypertensive heart disease, generalized osteoarthritis, hyperlipidemia, benign neoplasm of parotid
gland, hyperlipidemia, open-angle glaucoma, and Bell's palsy.
On 6/25/25 at 2:47 PM, R14 stated that it was warm in R12, R13, R14 and R15's room recently but was
unable to provide additional details.
R14's Face Sheet documents, in part, diagnoses of asthma, schizophrenia, dementia, type 2 diabetes
mellitus, gastrostomy status, epilepsy, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, hypothyroidism, and
glaucoma.
On 6/25/25 at 2:49 PM, R4 stated that on 6/21/25 at night, R4 was moved from R2 and R4's room due to
their room being warm with the AC unit in the ceiling not working.
R4's Face Sheet documents, in part, diagnoses of type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypertensive heart disease,
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, anemia, schizoaffective disorder, hyperlipidemia, chronic kidney
disease, low back pain, nicotine dependence, and sleep apnea.
On 6/25/25 at 2:51 PM, R2 stated that R2 and R4's room in the facility was hotter than h*** on 6/20/25 and
6/21/25. R2 stated that R2 read their room air temperature on the thermostat as 88 degrees F on 6/21/25,
and with the increased humidity, it felt hotter than 88 degrees F. R2 said that R2 complained to 2 nursing
staff members on 6/21/25, and no one was doing anything. R2 stated that R2 called 911 around 6:30 PM
on 6/21/25 telling the operator that the heat was unbearable in the facility. R2 stated that R2 spoke with the
fire department staff in the facility in the evening on 6/21/25, and R2 and R4 were moved to separate rooms
that night.
R2's Face Sheet documents, in part, diagnoses of emphysema, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease end
stage, severe protein-calorie malnutrition, hypertensive heart disease, cerebral infarction, cerebral
ischemia, major depressive disorder, iron deficiency anemias, benign prostatic hyperplasia, dry eye
syndrome and nicotine dependence.
On 6/25/25 at 3:27 PM, R11 stated that R11 was moved from R10 and R11's former room on 6/21/25 due
to the warmth in that room.
R11's Face Sheet documents, in part, diagnoses of type 2 diabetes mellitus, schizoaffective disorder,
chronic kidney disease stage 3, hypertensive heart disease, orthostatic hypotension, hyperlipidemia, major
depressive disorder, benign prostatic hyperplasia, obstructive sleep apnea, and chronic
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Westwood Vlge Nrsg and Rhb Ctr
2444 West Touhy Avenue
Chicago, IL 60645
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F 0584
respiratory failure.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
On 6/25/25 at 3:32 PM, R25 stated that it was warm in R16, R18 and R25's room on 6/21/25, and they
were moved to a different room in the facility later that night.
Residents Affected - Some
R25's Face Sheet documents, in part, diagnoses of hypertension, hyperlipidemia, schizoaffective disorder,
hypothyroidism, open-angle glaucoma bilateral, and cataract.
On 6/25/25 at 3:34 PM, R22 stated that it was getting warmer in R22 and R23's room on 6/21/25, but they
stayed in their room.
R22's Face Sheet documents, in part, diagnoses of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, combined
systolic and diastolic (congestive) hear failure, hypothyroidism, major depressive disorder, schizoaffective
disorder, sciatica, hyperlipidemia, and migraine.
On 6/30/25 at 1:07 PM, R23 stated that R22 and R23's room AC unit wasn't working right, and there's a
portable AC unit in R22 and R23's room due to room being warm.
R23's Face Sheet documents, in part, diagnoses of dementia, polyneuropathy, type 2 diabetes mellitus,
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, paroxysmal atrial fibrillation, post-traumatic stress disorder,
osteoarthritis, low back pain, major depressive disorder, and sleep apnea.
On 6/30/25 at 1:09 PM, R13 stated that R12, R13, R14 and R15's room was real warm on 6/21/25, and the
fan that was provided by staff in their room wasn't helping to cool the room. R13 stated that R13 was moved
to a different room at night on 6/21/25 because it was too hot in their room.
R13's Face Sheet documents, in part, diagnoses of hypertensive heart disease, iron deficiency anemia,
paranoid schizophrenia, pain in hip and knee, and osteoarthritis.
On 6/30/25 at 1:11 PM, R12 stated that R12, R13, R14 and R15's room was very warm on 6/21/25, and the
fan that was provided by staff in their room wasn't helping to cool the room. R12 stated that R12 was moved
to a different room at night on 6/21/25.
R12's Face Sheet documents, in part, diagnoses of type 2 diabetes mellitus, epilepsy, dysphagia, paranoid
schizophrenia, hypothyroidism, hyperlipidemia, and edema.
On 6/30/25 at 1:15 PM, R21 stated that R21 was moved from R19 and R21's former room due to it being
so hot, and the AC unit in their former room was broken.
R21's Face Sheet documents, in part, diagnoses of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, schizophrenia,
type 2 diabetes mellitus, hypertensive heart disease, respiratory failure, epilepsy, absolute glaucoma
bilateral, psoriasis and sudden idiopathic bilateral hearing loss.
On 6/30/25 at 1:18 PM, R19 observed in R19 and R21's new room and not responding verbally to surveyor
questions. R19 nodded yes to moving to a different room due to elevated air temperature in the former
room.
R19's Face Sheet documents, in part, diagnoses of Parkinson's disease, chronic obstructive pulmonary
disease, emphysema, schizophrenia, severe protein-calorie malnutrition, systolic (congestive)
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Westwood Vlge Nrsg and Rhb Ctr
2444 West Touhy Avenue
Chicago, IL 60645
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
heart failure, retention of urine, hypertensive heart disease, benign prostatic hyperplasia, major depressive
disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder.
On 6/30/25 at 1:20 PM, R6 stated, It was so hot, I (R6) couldn't sleep. R6 stated that the AC unit in the
ceiling in R6 and R7's room was broken. R6 stated that the staff knew about the hot situation on 6/21/25,
and that one unknown female staff member had come into R6's room saying that it was hot in this room. R6
stated that then the fire department staff came that night (6/21/25-6/22/25), and the facility staff then moved
R6 and R7 to a different room.
R6's Face Sheet documents, in part, diagnoses of type 2 diabetes mellitus, schizoaffective disorder,
generalized anxiety disorder, delusional disorders, and nicotine dependence.
On 6/30/25 at 4:14 PM, R7 stated that R7 was moved to a different room and is happy to be back in R6 and
R7's room with the AC unit fixed.
R7's Face Sheet documents, in part, diagnoses of vascular dementia, chronic obstructive pulmonary
disease, hypertensive heart disease, hyperlipidemia, osteoarthritis, major depressive disorder, respiratory
failure, schizophrenia, severe protein-calorie malnutrition, syncope and collapse, convulsions, epilepsy,
absolute glaucoma bilateral and polydipsia.
On 6/24/25 at 2:29 PM, V5 (Licensed Practical Nurse/LPN) stated that there were four nurses assigned and
working on 6/21/25 for the 7:00 am to 3:00 PM shift, and V5 was working on side 1. V5 stated that a
majority of V5's residents' rooms were cool; however, several rooms V5 noted that the AC was not working
well like it wasn't working fast enough. V5 stated that R19 and R21's room was warm. V5 stated that there
was a manager on duty (MOD) who was the DON, V2 (Director of Nursing/DON), and that V5 did not notify
V1 (Administrator) or V2 of R19 and R21's room air temperature being too warm on 6/21/25.
On 6/24/25 at 2:47 PM, V6 (LPN) stated that V6 was working on 6/21/25 during the 7:00 am to 3:00 PM
shift, and V6 was assigned to side 4. V6 stated that when V6 walked through the hallway passing by
resident rooms on side 3, V6 stated, It was so hot. V6 stated that some residents had towels on the floor
due to the AC units in the ceiling leaking water to the floor. V6 stated that some residents were stepping out
of their rooms saying that it's too warm in their rooms, including R16. V6 stated that V6 did know what
happened to R16's leaking AC unit but it was so hot in that room. V6 stated that V6 did not report to
nobody. I won't lie. I didn't. I didn't talk to the next shift (oncoming evening shift). It's the AC, there's nothing
that I can do about it. Besides it's Saturday (6/21/25). They (residents) have to wait to Monday.
On 6/24/25 at 3:02 PM, V7 (Certified Nursing Assistant/CNA) stated that V7 worked on 6/21/25 from 7:00
am to 3:00 PM and was assigned to side 3. V7 stated that some resident rooms felt warm that day,
including R2 and R4's room. V7 stated that R2 was complaining that it was too hot in R2 and R4's room,
and V7 stated that it felt warm over there on side 3. V7 stated that V7 had informed V3 (Housekeeper) of
the increased air temperature while working on 6/21/25.
On 6/24/25 at 3:41 PM, V8 (LPN) stated that V8 was working on 6/21/25 from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM and
was assigned to side 1 residents. V8 stated that one resident, R20, complained of it being too warm in
R20's room. V8 stated that it was hot outside and that R20 had just come back from being outside in the
smoking patio so asked R20 to give it some time for R20's room to cool down. V8 stated that around 6:00
PM on 6/21/25, R20 was still complaining of R20's room being too warm, so V8 moved R20 to
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Westwood Vlge Nrsg and Rhb Ctr
2444 West Touhy Avenue
Chicago, IL 60645
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
a different room. V8 stated that around 10:00 PM, a fire department staff member entered the facility telling
V8 that a resident had called saying that the temperature was unbearable in the facility. V8 stated that V8
instructed V19 (Registered Nurse/ RN) to call V1 (Administrator), and V8 then phoned and notified V2
(DON) about the fire department staff wanting to tour the facility to check on residents' welfare. V8 stated
that V2 was working in the facility on 6/21/25 as the MOD but left the facility around 6:00 PM.
Residents Affected - Some
On 6/24/25 at 3:54 PM, V9 (RN) stated that V9 worked on 6/21/25 from 7:00 am to 11:00 PM. V9 stated
that one resident, R2, came up to the nurse's station to complaint about R2's room being too hot. V9 stated
that V9 would normally call the MOD about elevated room air temperatures, but R2 wasn't on my side.
On 6/24/25 at 4:01 PM, V19 (RN) stated that V19 worked on 6/21/25 from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM and was
working on side 2. V19 stated that R2 complained of R2 and R4's room being too warm, and V19
investigated by walking into R2's room which was warm with the AC unit not working. V19 stated that
around 10:00 PM when the fire department staff entered the facility, V19 then called and notified V1
(Administrator).
On 6/25/25 at 3:44 PM, V10 (CNA) stated that V10 worked on 6/21/25 from 3:00 PM to 11:00 PM, and V10
worked on side 2 and 3. V10 stated that at 3:00 PM on 6/21/25 during rounds, V10 observed R2 talking the
nurse about the heat in R2's room. V10 stated V6 (LPN) checked on R2's room. V10 stated that some other
resident rooms were not much cool but (V10) didn't look at the thermostat but it was like a tropical heat. V10
stated that around 9:30 PM to 10:00 PM, the fire department staff entered the facility.
On 6/25/25 at 11:37 am, V3 (Housekeeper) stated that V3 is a housekeeper and when V1 needs an extra
hand, I am maintenance. V3 stated that the one maintenance staff for the facility is V21 (Maintenance
Director) but V21 is currently on vacation. V3 stated that V3's responsibilities are to mop and sweep all
resident rooms and communal areas and cleans the bathrooms and shower rooms. V3 stated that V3 is
also responsible to catalog the (air) temperatures in (resident rooms), and V3 does this by looking at the
actual air temperature reading on the AC thermostats in each resident room. V3 stated that V3 is looking for
readings of 72 to 74 degrees F. V3 stated that for air temperature readings greater than 74 degrees, V3 will
tell V24 (Housekeeping Director) on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays when V24 is working and will tell
V1 on the other days. V3 stated that V3 documents each air temperature reading from residents' rooms on
the air temperature log. V3 stated that V3 will collect the resident room air temperature readings in the
morning time and the air temperature readings normally rise throughout the daytime. V3 stated that V3
worked on 6/21/25 from 7:00 am to 3:00 PM, and it didn't start heating up until to 2 PM. After that 2 PM, I
(V3) think its spiked. I didn't get no temps because I got them in the morning. I left at 3 PM. Me, I was
feeling it (heat in the facility). V3 stated that V3 had addressed several residents' complaints of their rooms
being too hot with their AC units leaking water. When asked if V3 notified V1, V21 (Maintenance Director) or
V24 (Housekeeping Supervisor) on 6/21/25 of the leaking AC units or residents' complaints of feeling too
hot in their rooms, V3 stated, I didn't tell anyone.
On 6/25/25 at 1:40 PM, V2 (DON) stated that V2 was working as the MOD on 6/21/25 onsite in the facility
from approximately 8:00 am to 6:00 PM. V2 stated that as the MOD, V2 is responsible for ensuring that
residents are being taken care of and to oversee the functioning of the facility and staff. V2 stated that on
6/21/25, the heat index outside was 104 degrees F and that V2 placed a hold on residents leaving the
facility on community passes due to the excessive hot weather. V2 stated that on
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IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
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146149
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(X3) DATE SURVEY
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NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Westwood Vlge Nrsg and Rhb Ctr
2444 West Touhy Avenue
Chicago, IL 60645
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SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
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Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
6/21/25, V2 did address R2 saying that it was too hot in R2 and R4's room by shutting the room window. V2
stated that V2 received no reports from the facility staff on 6/21/25 about the facility feeling too warm. V2
stated that V2 left the facility around 6:00 PM, and later V8 (LPN) phoned notifying V2 that someone called
911 about the facility being too warm.
On 6/24/25 at 9:52 AM, V1 (Administrator) stated that on 6/21/25 while at home, V1 received a phone call
from V19 (RN) stating that someone called the fire department saying that the rooms were too hot. V1
stated, I did not get a phone call, so I didn't know there was an issue. I was at home. Once I got the call that
they were here, I got here within 10 minutes. V1 stated that V1 performed a tour with the fire department
staff who was taking air temperature readings with their equipment with elevated air temperature readings
is some resident rooms. V1 stated that with the directive of the fire department staff, V1 must move the
residents from their rooms to a cooler room in the facility if the room air temperature was 85 degrees or
higher. V1 stated that on the night of 6/21/25 to into 6/22/25, R2, R4, R6, R7, R8, R10, R11, R12, R13,
R14, R15, R16, R18, R19, R21 and R25 were all relocated to different rooms in the facility, with R9 refusing
to move. V1 stated that with the directive of the fire department staff, V1 must monitor the air temperature
room readings hourly, and for resident rooms reading 80 to 84 degrees F, these residents must be
monitored closely. This surveyor and V1 reviewed the hourly air temperature readings starting at midnight
on 6/22/25, and V1 stated that V1 phoned the contracted air conditioning company, and early Sunday on
6/22/25, they ran a diagnostic test on the air conditioning system in the facility. V1 stated that when the air
conditioning system was turned on by the contracted air conditioning company personnel on 6/2/25, only
one AC pump was turned on instead of both AC pumps. V1 stated that some of the residents' room AC
units were then overworking and malfunctioned.
On 6/30/25 at 11:36 am, V1 confirmed that the resident census on 6/21/25 was 102 active residents. V1
stated that V21 is the Maintenance Director and has not been working (on vacation) since 6/17/25. V1
stated that V3 is a housekeeper and will change AC filters, but V3 does not perform maintenance repairs.
V1 stated that staff will inform V1 or V21 of maintenance concerns, and V1 will make final decisions. In
reviewing with V1 the facility policy for extreme high temperatures, this surveyor asked who the VP (Vice
President) of Plant Operations or VP of Regional Operations is. V1 stated that V1 doesn't know and that V1
contacts the facility owners with extreme high temperature concerns in the facility.
Facility temperature log, dated 6/22/25 from 12 am to 1 am, document, in part, air temperatures of four
rooms at 82 degrees F; one room at 83 degrees F; three rooms at 84 degrees F, and one room at 85
degrees F.
Facility temperature log, dated 6/22/25 from 1 am to 2 am, document, in part, air temperatures of three
rooms at 82 degrees F; three rooms at 83 degrees F; and two rooms at 84 degrees F.
Facility temperature log, dated 6/22/25 from 2 am to 3 am, document, in part, air temperatures of three
rooms at 82 degrees F and one room at 83 degrees F.
Facility temperature log, dated 6/21/25, documents only one temperature reading for each resident room.
Facility floor plan reviewed showing that the facility has one floor (main level) where residents reside.
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No. 0938-0391
Department of Health & Human Services
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
146149
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
07/01/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Westwood Vlge Nrsg and Rhb Ctr
2444 West Touhy Avenue
Chicago, IL 60645
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0584
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Residents Affected - Some
Facility Resident Roster, titled Midnight Census Report and dated 6/21/25, indicates that 102 active
residents are residing in the facility.
Facility employee list documents, in part, one maintenance staff member, V21 (Maintenance Director).
Online review of the outside weather on 6/21/25 documents that the high temperature was 95 degrees F at
2:53 PM.
Facility policy titled Extreme High Temperature Guideline dated 4/3/2024, documents, in part, Purpose: To
provide guidance to facility in times of unseasonably hot weather and/or cooling system malfunction.
Responsible Party: Facility Staff. Should the temperature index for relative humidity and temperature in this
facility rise above 80°, the facility shall implement the appropriate high temperature procedures.
Should a specific area of the facility rise above 80°, it may be necessary to relocate residents to a
cooler section of the facility . Department Specific Procedures: Nursing: . if necessary, transfer residents to
areas of the facility that are better ventilated and cooler in temperature . Maintenance: monitor air
temperatures at least every two hours between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM in resident areas and every four
hours between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM temperatures should be taken at the warmest point identified
through baseline monitoring on each floor or wing . Housekeeping and Laundry: . report any repairs to the
supervisor or the director of maintenance. Administration: Alert all Extended Care V.P. of Plant Operations
and the V.P. of Regional Operations regarding the high temperature situation if high temperature. (If)
procedures do not sufficiently maintain resident safety.
Facility policy titled Resident Rights Guidelines dated October 2023 documents, in part, . Guideline: our
residents have certain rights and protections under federal law that help ensure appropriate care and
services are provided . our facility will treat each resident with respect and dignity and care for each
resident in a manner an (and) in an environment that promotes maintenance or enhancement of his or her
quality of life . right to a safe, clean, comfortable, and home like environment . housekeeping and
maintenance for a safe, sanitary, orderly, and comfortable interior . and safe temperatures.
Facility policy titled Maintenance Policy dated January 2025 documents, in part, Policy: it is the policy of this
facility to provide a safe, accessible, effective and efficient environment of care that is consistent with its
mission, services and law and regulations. Policy Specifications: To ensure that the building (interior and
exterior), grounds, and equipment are maintained in a safe operable manner. Responsibility: Maintenance
Direct and Maintenance Personnel. Standards: . 14. Air-conditioning system shall be maintained and
utilized as necessary to provide comfortable temperatures in all areas. Air temperature shall be maintained
in a temperature range of 71 to 81 (degrees) F.
Facility job description (undated) titled Director of Nursing documents, in part, . The primary purpose of
your position is the provision of nursing care and treatments to residents. All services provided shall be in
accordance with established nursing standards, policies, procedures, and practices of this facility and the
requirements of this state . Major Duties and Responsibilities: . 1. Demonstrate understanding and utilize
nursing policies and procedures in the administration of resident care. 2. Direct day-to-day functions of the
nursing assistants in accordance with current rules, regulations and guidelines. Ensure that all nursing
personnel comply with the written policy and procedures established by the facility . 5. Follow facilities
guidelines for reporting all activity during scheduled shift . 41. Responsible to supervise day-to-day activities
of all nursing staff . 44.
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FORM CMS-2567 (02/99)
Previous Versions Obsolete
Event ID:
Facility ID:
146149
If continuation sheet
Page 8 of 9
Printed: 05/15/2026
Form Approved OMB
No. 0938-0391
Department of Health & Human Services
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA
IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
146149
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY
COMPLETED
07/01/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Westwood Vlge Nrsg and Rhb Ctr
2444 West Touhy Avenue
Chicago, IL 60645
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency.
(X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES
(Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F 0584
Ensure that the highest degree of quality care is provided at all times.
Level of Harm - Minimal harm
or potential for actual harm
Facility job description (undated) titled Charge Nurse Duties and Responsibilities documents, in part, to
provide direct nursing care to residents and supervised the daily nursing activities of nursing staff in
accordance with federal, state, and local standards, guide lined by regulations that govern the facility.
Residents Affected - Some
Facility job description (undated) titled CNA Job Description documents, in part, that the CNA will report to
the nurses and DON and must have qualifications to safely and successfully perform job-related functions
that are required by federal, state, or local law.
Facility job description (undated) titled Maintenance Supervisor documents, in part, Reports to:
Administrator. Purpose: The purpose of this position is to: ensure that the facility environment, grounds and
equipment is maintained in good, safe operating order . Maintain all established OSHA (Occupational
Safety and Health Administration), State and Federal regulations regarding environmental . develop,
implement and maintain, with facility administration approval, policies and procedures to assure compliance
with all federal, state and local regulations . Duties/Responsibilities/Function: . Assure timely and consistent
policy compliance with the following items: . 13. AC/Heating System Maintenance.
Facility job description (undated) titled House Keeping Aid documents, in part, . provide housekeeping
services to assure that a clean, orderly and home like environment is maintained in accordance with
current federal, state and local regulations . Duties/Responsibilities/Function: . maintain all safety rules and
regulations. Comply with all facility policies and procedures.
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Event ID:
Facility ID:
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