Gilman Healthcare Center is a 99-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located at the crossroads of Gilman, serving as a cornerstone for surrounding communities in central Illinois. Since opening its doors in 1969 as a 49-bed facility, Gilman Healthcare Center has expanded to meet growing community needs, blossoming into a modern, 100% Medicare/Medicaid Certified establishment. For over 40 years, the center has provided consistent, compassionate 24-hour skilled nursing care and rehabilitation, always with the intention of supporting residents’ healing journeys and successful discharges back to their homes and communities, including Iroquois, Champaign, Ford, Vermilion, and Kankakee counties.
The center has undergone significant enhancements over the years, including the addition of a beautiful, massive dining room and a state-of-the-art therapy gym, both designed to enrich the experiences and outcomes for residents. Gilman Healthcare Center’s interdisciplinary approach to care ensures that every resident’s treatment plan is tailored to their unique needs, focusing on achievable functional outcomes. The facility prioritizes a supportive environment that fosters independence and preserves residents’ dignity, while providing safe and compassionate care throughout their stay.
A unique offering at Gilman Healthcare Center is the Meals on Wheels Program, which extends the center’s commitment to community wellness beyond its own walls. This program allows local residents from nearby areas to receive a hearty, hot meal delivered directly to their doorstep for a small fee, five days a week. By making nutritious meals accessible and affordable, the center supports the health and well-being of its broader community, ensuring that everyone has access to quality food.
For individuals within the Developmentally Disabled (DD) and those with an Intellectual Disability (ID) populations who require skilled care and rehabilitation, Gilman Healthcare Center offers the Crossroads Program. This specialized program provides individualized care to residents who need short-term rehabilitation therapy, with the goal of helping them return to their prior residences. The Crossroads Program delivers comprehensive physical, occupational, and speech therapy in a nurturing environment that addresses the unique needs of DD and ID individuals. Residents participating in Crossroads also benefit from the continuation of life skill training, fostering both ongoing personal development and greater reintegration success. The program serves as an essential bridge between aging and developmental disabilities, ensuring that the center meets the evolving needs of every resident.
Throughout every aspect of its operation, Gilman Healthcare Center remains dedicated to its mission of promoting healing, recovery, and quality of life. By maintaining a safe, compassionate, and empowering environment, it stands as a pillar of support for individuals and families navigating the transitions of aging, rehabilitation, and specialized care.
