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715 East Raymond Road Watseka, IL 60970 · Iroquois County
All 2 nursing homes in Watseka, IL (2 take Medicaid)
CMS certification number 145389 · See this home on Medicare Care Compare
Is Arcadia Care Watseka a good nursing home? Reviews, ratings and inspection record
There are no official resident reviews of nursing homes: Medicare's Care Compare publishes inspections, staffing and quality data instead. Here is what that record shows for Arcadia Care Watseka as of October 2026.
CMS has not given it an overall rating yet.
Online reviews from families and residents are on Google Maps and other sites; they reflect individual experiences and aren't checked by CMS. The full inspection reports, including what inspectors observed, are on Medicare Care Compare.
Staffing
Nursing staff spend about 3.30 hours per resident per day at Arcadia Care Watseka, about the same as the Illinois median of 3.33 (US median: 3.72). About 0.24 of those hours are from registered nurses. On weekends it falls to 2.91 hours, 12% below its all-week average. 59.6% of nursing staff left within a year (Illinois median 43.5%). High turnover can mean residents see unfamiliar caregivers; ask how long the nurses on the unit have worked there.
About this nursing home
Paying for care at Arcadia Care Watseka: Medicare and Medicaid
Arcadia Care Watseka is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. Medicare Part A can cover a short skilled-nursing or rehab stay here after a qualifying hospital stay of at least three inpatient days (observation days don't count), for up to 100 days per benefit period. Medicaid can pay for long-term care for residents who meet Illinois's income and asset rules. Being certified doesn't guarantee a Medicaid bed is open, so ask whether the home accepts residents whose Medicaid application is still pending.
In 2026 Medicare covers days 1–20 in full after the Part A deductible ($1,736 per benefit period); for days 21–100 you pay $217 a day; after day 100 you pay all costs. Medicare doesn't pay for long-term custodial care. Medicare's coverage rules.
Health inspections
The most recent standard inspection was on February 25, 2026 and found 8 deficiencies, plus 19 from complaint inspections in the same period. In total, inspectors issued 93 citations in the last three years.
Each citation has a scope and severity letter from A to L. A–C: potential for minimal harm. D–F: potential for more than minimal harm. G–I: actual harm. J–L: immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.
What the inspections found
Over the last three years, inspectors issued 93 citations at Arcadia Care Watseka across 26 inspection dates, 71 of them from complaint investigations. 2 were at the immediate-jeopardy level (J–L), CMS's most serious category, most recently on July 8, 2026 (complaint inspection). The most common areas cited were quality of life and care (28) and freedom from abuse, neglect, and exploitation (26). The most serious was cited under the CMS rule to "protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody" (tag F0600, level K, July 8, 2026). 26 citations were under CMS's abuse, neglect and exploitation rules.
August 12, 2026 · 6 citations · includes complaint inspection
GProvide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
GProvide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
DRespond appropriately to all alleged violations.
DProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
DProvide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
DEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
July 8, 2026 · 13 citations, includes immediate jeopardy · includes complaint inspection
KProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
JEnsure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
GPrevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
FDevelop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
FHire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds.
FSet up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
ETimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
ERespond appropriately to all alleged violations.
DProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
DProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
DProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
DProvide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
April 29, 2026 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
March 15, 2026 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
DProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
February 25, 2026 · 8 citations
FHave a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
FEmploy sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
FEnsure 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.
FProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
DCoordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
DProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
DProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
DProvide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.
September 20, 2025 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
DProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
August 26, 2025 · 5 citations
FHave a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
FEmploy sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
ECoordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
EEnsure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
DProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
March 25, 2025 · 9 citations, includes actual harm
GProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
FHave a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
FEmploy sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
FDesignate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
EProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
EProvide activities to meet all resident's needs.
DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
DCoordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
DProvide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
March 6, 2025 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
FHave a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
February 21, 2025 · 2 citations · includes complaint inspection
DProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
DDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
January 3, 2025 · 2 citations · includes complaint inspection
EProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
DProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
December 4, 2024 · 4 citations, includes actual harm · includes complaint inspection
GEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
FHave a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
EEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
DProvide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
October 17, 2024 · 3 citations, includes actual harm · includes complaint inspection
GProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
GEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
DProvide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
September 30, 2024 · 4 citations, includes actual harm · includes complaint inspection
GProtect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
EProperly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
EAssure the security of all personal funds of residents deposited with the facility.
DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
August 28, 2024 · 8 citations, includes actual harm · includes complaint inspection
GProvide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
FProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
FDesignate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
FMake sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
EProvide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
DHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
DProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
DProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
July 17, 2024 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
DProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
May 16, 2024 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
DProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
May 3, 2024 · 4 citations, includes actual harm · includes complaint inspection
GProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
GEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
FHave a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
DDevelop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
April 26, 2024 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
FHave a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
April 18, 2024 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
FHave a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
April 15, 2024 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
FMake sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
March 20, 2024 · 2 citations · includes complaint inspection
DProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
DProvide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
February 7, 2024 · 2 citations, includes actual harm · includes complaint inspection
GEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
FHave a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
January 24, 2024 · 4 citations · includes complaint inspection
FHave a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
FAdminister the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
ETimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
DSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
December 18, 2023 · 4 citations · includes complaint inspection
EDevelop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
DProtect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
DRespond appropriately to all alleged violations.
October 4, 2023 · 4 citations · includes complaint inspection
FDesignate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
EProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
DProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
DProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Questions to ask on a tour of Arcadia Care Watseka
- Inspectors cited the home at the immediate-jeopardy level on July 8, 2026 under the rule on freedom from abuse, neglect, and exploitation. What changed afterwards, and can I see the plan of correction?
- CMS cited the home under its abuse and neglect rules on August 12, 2026. How are staff trained, and how are concerns reported?
- Nursing staff turnover was 59.6% a year. How many of the staff come from agencies?
- The home averages about 50% of its beds filled. Are any units closed?
- Do you have a Medicaid bed open now, and will you admit someone whose Medicaid application is still pending?
- When is the first care-plan meeting, and can family attend?
Questions come from this home's CMS data: its inspections, staffing and ownership record.
Fines and payment denials
8 penalties in the last three years, including $508,626 in fines.
| Date | Type | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 25, 2026 | Fine | $58,650 |
| Aug 26, 2025 | Fine | $12,142 |
| Aug 26, 2025 | Fine | $18,680 |
| Feb 21, 2025 | Fine | $67,178 |
| Aug 28, 2024 | Fine | $204,887 |
| Aug 28, 2024 | Payment Denial | 83 days of payments denied |
| Dec 11, 2023 | Fine | $147,089 |
| Dec 11, 2023 | Payment Denial | 95 days of payments denied |
Rating history
| CMS month | Overall | Inspection | Staffing | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | — | — | — | — |
| August 2026 | — | — | — | — |
Location
Hospitals near Arcadia Care Watseka
The Medicare-certified hospitals closest to this nursing home, with their CMS data. Ask the home which hospital it usually sends residents to.
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1.3 mi
Iroquois Memorial Hospital WatsekaEmergency roomMedian ER visit 2h 30m for patients treated and sent home
- 22.8 mi
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24.5 mi
Provena St Marys Hospital KankakeeEmergency room ★★★★☆ Medicare overall 4 of 5Median ER visit 2h 17m for patients treated and sent home
Hospital ratings, ER visit times and more at Hospitals In Each State
Source: CMS Care Compare. Distances are approximate.
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Affiliation comes from CMS's affiliated-entity data, October 2026. All 25 Arcadia Care nursing homes ›
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties), October 2026. Inspection citations and penalties cover the last three years. Nursing Homes In Each State is independent and not affiliated with CMS or Medicare. About the data · Report a problem with this listing. Is this your nursing home? Feature it here.