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Helia Healthcare of Benton

1310 Mark Franklin Louis Street

4.1(33 ratings)· Benton average: 4.1

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Quick Facts

Total units
83
Medicare rating
4 of 5

CMS Care Compare

Ownership
For profit, Corporation
Certified beds
83
Building age
Facility built in 1957, per reviewer
Licensed capacity
Licensed for up to 83 residents

What Families Think

Reviews of Helia Healthcare of Benton are sharply divided: some families praise the kindness and effort of individual staff members, while others describe serious lapses in care, communication, and facility upkeep. Several reviewers report significant safety and cleanliness concerns, and multiple accounts describe unresolved medical issues like uncontrolled UTIs and lost belongings.

The Good

  • Staff described as patient, kind, and considerate
  • Aides praised for helpfulness and knowledge of resident needs
  • Nurses available to answer questions and give updates
  • Some families felt residents were treated like family

The Bad

  • Multiple reports of neglect, including untreated UTIs and bed sores
  • One reviewer says facility is understaffed and outdated
  • One report of lost dentures, glasses, and clothing
  • One report of poor communication about insurance and medical decline

AI-generated from reviews and community data.

Helia Healthcare of Benton is a senior living community in Benton, Illinois offering Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care. Amenities include Restaurant style Dining Room, Gathering / Activity Spaces and Social Activities. Families rate it 4.1 out of 5 across 33 reviews.

About Helia Healthcare of Benton

Helia Healthcare of Benton is a skilled nursing / long term care community in Benton, Illinois. The community is licensed for up to 83 residents.

Families rate Helia Healthcare of Benton 4.1 out of 5 based on 33 Google reviews.

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Types of Care at Helia Healthcare of Benton

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

Amenities

Room Amenities

  • Emergency Call System
  • Private Rooms
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Meals & Dining

  • Restaurant style Dining Room

Community Amenities

  • 24-Hour Staff
  • Gathering / Activity Spaces
  • Housekeeping
  • Medication Management
  • On-Site Nurse (RN)

Activities

  • Social Activities (Happy Hour, Wine Tasting, Dances, Karaoke)

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Reviews of Helia Healthcare of Benton

4.1overall · 33 ratings combined

4.1★ on Google (33)

Destry Hoffard

Jan 2026

via Google

They didn't tell us about an appeal and got him kicked off his insurance. They lost his false teeth. They lost his glasses. They lost half of his clothing even though my sister was doing his laundry. They lost all his blankets again even though my sister was doing his laundry. They let a UTI get absolutely out of control. The staff all has that 1000 yard stare and barely speak to the residents. I found out it's one of the lowest paid facilities in the area so they're pulling employees from the bottom of the barrel. And the worst part was they neglected him to the point he had a bed sore nearly to the bone. We finally managed to get him moved into a much better facility thank God. Their 4.5 star rating is clearly manipulated. Don't send your family here, it's atrocious.

Kelsey Forsythe

Dec 2025

via Google

My grandfather was being rehabilitated at this facility and the care he received during this time was deplorable. As a veteran, he was not treated with dignity. He is currently hospitalized because the lack of awareness of his declining condition for almost a week, resulting in him becoming septic from a uti and being extremely dehydrated. I do not recommend this facility to others who have elderly family members that need care. The staff is not open with their communication nor understanding in the frustration our family is currently experiencing because of the amount of suffering my grandpa has had to endure while in the care of this facility.

Desiree Avedon Aaron

Aug 2024

via Google

My husband spent a week there in August 2024 before coming home for hospice. The building itself is horrific. Falling apart. They told me it was built in 1957. The facility is unsafe for both residents & staff. Adding to the misery is the totally antiquated equipment. The facility is dangerously understaffed. In spite of these huge obstacles, the staff endeavors to give the best care possible to the residents. I was there daily & spent hours with my husband. I observed the staff to be patient, kind & considerate to the residents. The charge nurse was always available to answer questions & listen to my concerns. The Aides were very helpful, kind & knowledgeable about my husband's diagnosis & needs. They always made time to assist me when I needed them. The RNs were also empathetic & always available to give me an update on his condition. Overall, the condition of the facility is dangerously outdated & falling apart. But the staff tries their very best everyday to give good, quality care to all residents. Our family will never forget their kindness at one of the worst times in our lives.

Charmane Wright

Mar 2023

via Google

This was the absolute worse place to be taken to. My sister hated the facility. There wasn’t any real PT. The smell would knock you over. The place is depressing. The room where my sister was, there was a patient that had been a resident for 5 years. The room was so depressing. Nothing on the walks. So depressing.

Carrie Hargett

Sep 2022

via Google

Helia of benton has proved to be amazing at caring for loved ones as if they were part of their own family. The staff has gonna above and beyond many times for the residents. Thank you Helia for always providing the utmost care for our families.

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Government Inspection History

4 inspection visits in the last three years, 16 citations on file. Inspections are conducted by state agencies on behalf of the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).

Feb 25, 2026Health Complaint1 citation
  • Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

    Severity G of L: actual harm, isolatedFound during a complaint inspectionCorrected Mar 12, 2026

May 22, 2025Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard6 citations
  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 27, 2025

  • Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Jun 29, 2025

  • Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Jun 27, 2025

  • Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 30, 2025

  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 10, 2025

  • Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected Jun 10, 2025

Apr 25, 2024Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard4 citations
  • Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 15, 2024

  • Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected May 15, 2024

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected May 15, 2024

  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Severity D of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, isolatedCorrected May 9, 2024

Mar 23, 2023Fire Safety StandardHealth Standard5 citations
  • Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 14, 2023

  • Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 14, 2023

  • Establish staff and initial training requirements.

    Severity F of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, widespreadCorrected Apr 14, 2023

  • Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 10, 2023

  • Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

    Severity E of L: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm, patternCorrected Apr 10, 2023

Source: CMS Care Compare, public federal data covering certified nursing facilities, refreshed monthly. Citations range from A (least serious) to L (most serious) on the federal scope and severity scale. Most citations are corrected quickly; review the details and ask the community about anything that concerns you.

Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Helia Healthcare of Benton offer?

Helia Healthcare of Benton offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Helia Healthcare of Benton located?

Helia Healthcare of Benton is located at 1310 Mark Franklin Louis Street in Benton, Illinois.

What do families say about Helia Healthcare of Benton?

Reviews of Helia Healthcare of Benton are sharply divided: some families praise the kindness and effort of individual staff members, while others describe serious lapses in care, communication, and facility upkeep. Several reviewers report significant safety and cleanliness concerns, and multiple accounts describe unresolved medical issues like uncontrolled UTIs and lost belongings.

How did Helia Healthcare of Benton do on recent health and safety inspections?

Helia Healthcare of Benton had 4 government inspection visits in the last three years, with 16 citations on file according to CMS Care Compare data. The full history, including what each citation was for and whether it was corrected, is in the inspection section on this page.

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