"Our residents are frequently out and about in the community, and they are highly involved in activities."

Finding skilled nursing care or short-term therapy for a loved one is often a difficult decision. Since 1962, Heritage Health-Litchfield has been serving seniors and their families in the Litchfield community. In 1990, our facility underwent renovations, adding a new Therapy Room and dining room. In 2004, we received our Medicare Certification. Our facility features a beautiful garden, gazebo, and enclosed courtyard where friends, families, and residents can enjoy the outdoors in comfort and stay active.

As a Medicare Certified Program, Heritage Health-Litchfield offers skilled nursing care as well as physical, occupational, and speech therapies.additionally, our short-term rehabilitative therapy program devises a personalized therapy regiment for each resident for a fast return home.

"Many families have said they've had to make appointments to see their loved ones because the residents are so busy," says Administrator Marge Oblinger. "Our residents are highly involved in activities."

In addition to the variety of activities provided to our residents, our staff also has an excellent reputation for working with families to ensure great care for their loved ones. Questions and complaints are responded to quickly, and the Resident Advocate keeps in touch with the families on a monthly basis. Further, because of the high level of care and involvement with both the resident and their family, our staff has received numerous awards from the Long Term Care Nurse Association, including: a Nurse of the Year award, two Certified Nursing Assistants of the Year awards, and a Director of Nursing of the Year award. We have also received the Community Partnership Award.

Heritage Health- Litchfield is a member of the Illinois Health Care Association, the American Health Care Association, and the Litchfield Chamber of Commerce. We are affiliated with the Dietary Managers Association, Illinois Nursing Home Administrators Association, and Illinois Activity Professionals Association.We also participate in the local Meals on Wheels program.

We now offer wireless internet service for guest and visitor use.