- Published: Wednesday, April 06, 2022 07:53 PM
SPRINGFIELD – To improve conditions at nursing homes across Illinois, State Senator Ann Gillespie (D-Arlington Heights) passed legislation in the Illinois Senate to reform how the state assesses and reimburses nursing facilities, and link funding to staffing levels and quality of care.
“After record investments in public health during the COVID-19 pandemic, many of Illinois’ long-term care facilities willingly remain understaffed,” Gillespie said. “Tying funding to adequate staffing and quality of care will bring an enhanced level of accountability and improve care given to residents.”