Bria Of Cahokia is a large, for-profit nursing facility comprising 133 beds, located in Cahokia, Illinois. As an individual-owned establishment, it participates in both Medicare and Medicaid programs, aiming to address the short-term rehabilitation and long-term care needs of its residents. This facility is not part of a continuing care retirement community, instead focusing primarily on nursing care and support for a variety of resident requirements, including those who need daily assistance with both medical and non-medical needs such as medication administration, personal care, dressing, eating, and mobility support.
The nursing care at Bria Of Cahokia is characterized by an average daily nurse staffing of about 3 hours and 18 minutes per resident. While emergency preparedness and ongoing support form important aspects of care, the facility has been noted for a frequent discrepancy between weekend and weekday staffing levels. Rehabilitation services are provided especially for those recovering from hospital stays for conditions such as stroke, infection, heart attack, or injury. However, only a minority of discharged residents have been able to return home following their rehabilitation, and a portion of residents have experienced falls resulting in major injuries during their stay.
The facility offers a range of support for long-term residents, with a reported 85.2% of individuals maintaining their ability to move, eat, and perform other daily activities without help. Annual influenza vaccination coverage has been documented for around three-quarters of residents, reflecting a commitment to basic preventive healthcare measures. The overall approach includes daily living assistance, help with mobility, and continued personal support. For specialized needs, Bria Of Cahokia also extends behavioral health care and services, pressure ulcer management, pharmaceutical services through licensed pharmacists, and maintains a program for activities of daily living for all residents who require it.
Inspection history for Bria Of Cahokia reveals a pattern of areas where procedural improvements have been sought. The facility has been required to address a variety of issues, ranging from pressure ulcer care, maintenance of resident dignity, behavioral health service provision, and pharmacist engagement, to food service standards and pest control. Incidents requiring immediate communication with residents’ families and healthcare professionals, as well as the timely reporting and investigation of suspected abuse, neglect, or theft, have also been areas of focus. The facility supports a pest control program and strives to ensure food and drink remain safe, appetizing, and palatable for all residents.
Routine fire safety inspections are also a part of care home operations at Bria Of Cahokia, emphasizing adherence to the latest standards of the National Fire Protection Association. The facility has been subject to government oversight aimed at evaluating and refining the quality and safety of care provided to residents. Despite these challenges, all required corrective measures following health inspections have reportedly been implemented and completed.
Bria Of Cahokia's goal is to provide comprehensive, individualized nursing care for older adults, whether needing rehabilitation after hospitalization or requiring substantial long-term assistance with health and daily living activities. The facility continues to participate in both Medicare and Medicaid, making it accessible to individuals who meet applicable health and income requirements for such support, and works within the established frameworks to deliver senior care in the Cahokia region.