Quick answers
- Where is Florence Nursing Home?
- 546 East Grant Highway, Marengo, IL 60152, in Mc Henry County, Illinois.
- What is the phone number of Florence Nursing Home?
- (815) 568-8322, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Florence Nursing Home?
- Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Florence Nursing Home been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Florence Nursing Home, but 1 payment denial.
- What did inspectors find at Florence Nursing Home?
- In its last three inspection cycles (May 17, 2023 to May 8, 2025), Medicare lists 9 health citations; the most serious was level F. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (May 17, 2023 to May 8, 2025), Florence Nursing Home had 9 health citations; the most serious was level F (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). It had 1 Medicare payment denial (the latest began May 8, 2025) and no fines. Nurse staffing is 3.52 hours per resident per day; the Illinois average is 3.47 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: May 8, 2025 — 2 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: May 8, 2025 (standard health inspection).
Show 2 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
Previous cycle: April 3, 2024 — 3 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: April 3, 2024 (standard health inspection).
Show 3 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0880 Level F
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0686 Level D
“Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.”
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
Earlier cycle: May 17, 2023 — 4 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: May 17, 2023 (standard health inspection); January 2, 2024 (complaint investigation).
Show 4 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0580 Level D
“Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.”
F0677 Level D
“Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.”
F0812 Level D
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0883 Level D
“Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
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Fire safety citations (6)
E0007 Level F
“Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.”
E0036 Level F
“Establish emergency prep training and testing.”
E0015 Level F
“Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.”
E0022 Level F
“Establish policies and procedures for sheltering.”
E0035 Level F
“Provide family notifications of emergency plan.”
E0041 Level F
“Implement emergency and standby power systems.”
Fines and payment denials
Total fines over about the last three years: $0 (0 fines). A payment denial means Medicare stopped paying for new admissions for a time.
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| May 8, 2025 | Payment denial | from August 8, 2025, 20 days |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Penalties file, data updated October 1, 2026.
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Illinois | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.94 | 0.71 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.49 | 0.64 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.09 | 2.12 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.52 | 3.47 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.18 | 3.08 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.71 | 0.55 | 0.48 |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 1.0 | 0.5 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Legal business name: Willow of Marengo, Inc.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (4)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| 613 Club, LLC | Direct owner | 12% | May 1, 2003 |
| Brandman, Gittel | Direct owner | 30% | September 1, 2006 |
| Brandman, Moshe | Direct owner | 8% | September 1, 2006 |
| Goldberg, Yehudit | Direct owner | 5% | September 1, 2006 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 56 |
| Average residents per day | 31.1 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – limited liability company |
| Legal business name | Willow of Marengo, Inc |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 2008-09-08 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 546 East Grant Highway, Marengo, IL 60152 |
| County | Mc Henry County |
| State | Illinois |
| Phone | (815) 568‑8322 |
| CMS Certification Number | 146127 |
| Name in Medicare records | FLORENCE NURSING HOME |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Valley Hi Nursing Home9.2 mi · Woodstock, IL · 4 of 5 stars
- La Bella of Woodstock9.6 mi · Woodstock, IL · 2 of 5 stars
- Alden Estates CTS of Huntley11 mi · Huntley, IL · 2 of 5 stars
- Crystal Pines Rehab & HCC12 mi · Crystal Lake, IL · 2 of 5 stars
- Mercy Harvard Hospital Care Center12 mi · Harvard, IL · 5 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Mercy Harvard Hospital12 mi · Harvard, IL · Critical Access Hospital
- Mercyhealth Hospital & Physician Clinic-Crystal LA14 mi · Crystal Lake, IL · Acute Care Hospital
- Northwestern Medicine McHenry17 mi · McHenry, IL · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13